Samsung SL720 vs Sony ZV-1

In this article, we will be comparing the Samsung SL720 and Sony ZV-1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") feature different sensor size.

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The SL720 was introduced 12 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SL720 matches up versus the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL720 & Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL720 comes with outside measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung SL720 and Sony ZV-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SL720 compared to the ZV-1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and ZV-1 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SL720 and ZV-1.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SL720 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony ZV-1 will result in greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SL720 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.