Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-Z90

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX720 HS versus Casio EX-Z90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Casio. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and EX-Z90 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was unveiled 6 years later than the EX-Z90 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX720 HS matches up versus the EX-Z90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The full galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS features external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z90 has sizing of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the EX-Z90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and EX-Z90 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and EX-Z90.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX720 HS to render extra detail having an extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SX720 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.