Samsung SL720 vs Sony A99

Below, we will be looking at the Samsung SL720 versus Sony A99, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and A99 (24MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The SL720 was introduced 4 years prior to the A99 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SL720 scores against the A99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL720 & Sony SLT-A99. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sony A99 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL720 features exterior dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony A99 has dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SL720 versus the A99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and A99 is 94 and 57 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL720 and A99.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SL720 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A99 will result in extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older SL720 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.