Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX720 HS

Below, we are analyzing the Canon A3200 IS versus Canon SX720 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A3200 IS (14MP) and SX720 HS (20.3MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was brought out 6 years before the SX720 HS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the A3200 IS scores vs the SX720 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Canon SX720 HS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3200 IS comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Canon SX720 HS has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Canon A3200 IS versus Canon SX720 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A3200 IS and the SX720 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3200 IS and SX720 HS is 95 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A3200 IS and SX720 HS.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with greater detail having its extra 6.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older A3200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.