Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15

Here is a extended overview of the Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and EX-ZR15 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was announced 4 years later than the EX-ZR15 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX720 HS matches up vs the EX-ZR15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR15. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR15 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX720 HS versus the EX-ZR15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and EX-ZR15 is 89 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and EX-ZR15.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to deliver greater detail with its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.