Canon SX240 HS vs Canon SX720 HS

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX240 HS versus Canon SX720 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and SX720 HS (20.3MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was manufactured 5 years before the SX720 HS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX240 HS grades versus the SX720 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Canon SX720 HS Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Canon SX720 HS has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX240 HS versus the SX720 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and SX720 HS is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and SX720 HS.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to produce greater detail due to its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.