Samsung SL720 vs Sony NEX-6

Here is a detailed review of the Samsung SL720 vs Sony NEX-6, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The SL720 was launched 4 years earlier than the NEX-6 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the SL720 grades vs the NEX-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL720 provides external measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony NEX-6 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SL720 vs Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SL720 vs the NEX-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and NEX-6 is 94 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL720 and NEX-6.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL720 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-6 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older SL720 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.