Canon SX540 HS vs Canon SX720 HS

Its time to look closer at the Canon SX540 HS vs Canon SX720 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The image resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the SX720 HS (20.3MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was announced within a month of the SX720 HS and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX540 HS matches up against the SX720 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Canon SX720 HS Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS comes with exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Canon SX720 HS has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX540 HS vs Canon SX720 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX540 HS and the SX720 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and SX720 HS is 69 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and SX720 HS.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX720 HS to deliver more detail with its extra 0.3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.