Canon SX710 HS vs Canon SX220 HS

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon SX710 HS versus Canon SX220 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Canon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and SX220 HS (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was revealed 3 years later than the SX220 HS and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX710 HS scores versus the SX220 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Canon SX220 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Canon SX220 HS has measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Canon SX220 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX710 HS versus the SX220 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and SX220 HS is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and SX220 HS.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX710 HS to offer you greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer SX710 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.