Samsung SL720 vs Sony WX1

Lets look more closely at the Samsung SL720 versus Sony WX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the SL720 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") have different sensor measurements.

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The SL720 was launched at a similar time to the WX1 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SL720 matches up vs the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL720 features outer 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 WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SL720 versus the WX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL720 and WX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and WX1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL720 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung SL720 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.