Samsung SL720 vs Sony HX50V

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung SL720 and Sony HX50V, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL720 was revealed 4 years before the HX50V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SL720 grades vs the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung SL720 offers outside dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Samsung SL720 and Sony HX50V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SL720 versus the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and HX50V is 94 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL720 and HX50V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX50V to render greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SL720 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.