Samsung SL720 vs Sony RX1

Following is a detailed comparison of the Samsung SL720 and Sony RX1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) use different sensor measurements.

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The SL720 was announced 4 years before the RX1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SL720 matches up versus the RX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL720 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL720 enjoys outside dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SL720 vs the RX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and RX1 is 94 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and RX1.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SL720 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony RX1 will deliver greater detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SL720 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.