Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-Z800

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX720 HS and Casio EX-Z800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and EX-Z800 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 5 years after the EX-Z800 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX720 HS scores vs the EX-Z800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z800. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z800 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS features external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z800 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX720 HS and Casio EX-Z800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX720 HS against the EX-Z800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and EX-Z800 is 89 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and EX-Z800.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6.3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer SX720 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.