Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX720 HS

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX720 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and SX720 HS (20.3MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 5 years earlier than the SX720 HS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX230 HS matches up against the SX720 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Canon SX720 HS Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS comes with outside dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Canon SX720 HS has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX720 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS against the SX720 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and SX720 HS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and SX720 HS.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with greater detail using its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.