Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm JV100

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX720 HS and FujiFilm JV100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and JV100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 6 years after the JV100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX720 HS grades versus the JV100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & FujiFilm FinePix JV100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & FujiFilm JV100 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the FujiFilm JV100 has proportions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX720 HS and FujiFilm JV100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX720 HS and the JV100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and JV100 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and JV100.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX720 HS to show greater detail utilizing its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.