Samsung SL720 vs Sony S2000

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung SL720 versus Sony S2000, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SL720 was introduced 5 months earlier than the S2000 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SL720 scores versus the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL720 features 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) and the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SL720 compared to the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL720 and S2000.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung SL720 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively.