Samsung SL720 vs Sony W550

Lets look more closely at the Samsung SL720 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SL720 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the W550 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SL720 scores against the W550 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are available at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL720 has exterior dimensions 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 W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SL720 versus Sony W550 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SL720 and the W550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and W550 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and W550.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W550 to render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SL720 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.