Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-Z400

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-Z400, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and EX-Z400 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was unveiled 7 years later than the EX-Z400 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX720 HS matches up vs the EX-Z400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z400. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z400 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS features exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z400 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX720 HS and the EX-Z400.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and EX-Z400 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and EX-Z400.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to offer extra detail having an extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger SX720 HS should have a benefit in sensor tech.