Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS
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Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Announced February 2016
- Old Model is Canon SX710 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX730 HS

Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS Overview
Lets look much closer at the Canon D10 versus Canon SX720 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the D10 (12MP) and SX720 HS (20.3MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The D10 was revealed 7 years prior to the SX720 HS which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the D10 scores vs the SX720 HS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D10 & Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery & Canon SX720 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Canon SX720 HS
D10 | SX720 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Canon D10
SX720 HS | D10 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 80 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Canon SX720 HS
D10 | SX720 HS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 features external dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Canon SX720 HS has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the Canon D10 versus Canon SX720 HS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D10 against the SX720 HS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D10 and SX720 HS is 89 and 89 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D10 and SX720 HS.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to deliver extra detail because of its extra 8.3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged D10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D10 vs Canon SX720 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot D10 | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-07-01 | 2016-02-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20.3 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/5000s | 1/3200s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.9 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 lbs) | 270g (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | NB-13L |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $299 | $379 |