Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SL720 was brought out 5 years before the W810 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SL720 grades vs the W810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung SL720 enjoys physical measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W810 has sizing of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Samsung SL720 vs Sony W810 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SL720 and the W810.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and W810 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL720 and W810.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W810 to provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SL720 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.