Canon S110 vs Canon SX720 HS

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon S110 vs Canon SX720 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Canon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S110 (12MP) and SX720 HS (20.3MP) and the S110 (1/1.7") and SX720 HS (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The S110 was brought out 4 years earlier than the SX720 HS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S110 scores against the SX720 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S110 and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery and Canon SX720 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon S110 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Canon SX720 HS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S110 against the SX720 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S110 and SX720 HS is 93 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S110 and SX720 HS.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S110 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon SX720 HS will provide greater detail having its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S110 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.