Samsung SL720 vs Sigma SD14

Following is a complete overview of the Samsung SL720 versus Sigma SD14, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The SL720 was revealed 2 years after the SD14 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SL720 grades vs the SD14 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 & Sigma SD14. The full galleries are available at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung SL720 features physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SL720 versus the SD14.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and SD14 is 94 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and SD14.

To sum up, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL720 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung SL720 will offer extra detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer SL720 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.