Samsung SL720 vs Sony RX1R

The following is a extended analysis of the Samsung SL720 vs Sony RX1R, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The SL720 was brought out 5 years prior to the RX1R which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SL720 matches up vs the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL720 has exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check the Samsung SL720 vs Sony RX1R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SL720 against the RX1R.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and RX1R is 94 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL720 and RX1R.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SL720 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R will result in more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SL720 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.