• 1/2.5 inch 24.7mm2
  • 7.1 megapixels
  • 38.00mm - 114.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 625.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung S760 advantages over Canon SX620 HS

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.88 vs 1.19 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Lighter weight
    123g vs 182g
    Lighter weight

Canon SX620 HS advantages over Samsung S760

  • Larger sensor
    1/2.3 inch vs 1/2.5 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • More telephoto lens reach
    625 mm vs 114 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Newer
    8 years vs 17 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    20.2 vs 7.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 38 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    3200 vs 1000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung S860

Samsung S760
Samsung S860
  • $169
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • $179
  • 1/2.5 inch

Compare Samsung S760 vs Samsung S860

Canon SX620 HS
Samsung S860
  • $319
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $179
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compare Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung S860

Compared to Sony DSC-S780

Samsung S760
Sony DSC-S780
  • $169
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Longer exposure
  • $180
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Manual focus

Compare Samsung S760 vs Sony DSC-S780

Canon SX620 HS
Sony DSC-S780
  • $319
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $180
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compare Canon SX620 HS vs Sony DSC-S780

Compared to Pentax E50

Samsung S760
Pentax E50
  • $169
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Longer exposure
  • $150
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Samsung S760 vs Pentax E50

Canon SX620 HS
Pentax E50
  • $319
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $150
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compare Canon SX620 HS vs Pentax E50

Compared to Panasonic ZS30

Samsung S760
Panasonic ZS30
  • $169
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $319
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Samsung S760 vs Panasonic ZS30

Canon SX620 HS
Panasonic ZS30
  • $319
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus
  • $319
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZS30

Compared to Nikon S7000

Samsung S760
Nikon S7000
  • $169
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $227
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Samsung S760 vs Nikon S7000

Canon SX620 HS
Nikon S7000
  • $319
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $227
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S7000

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