Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600
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Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Replaced the Canon SX710 HS
- Successor is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix S1770

Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S1600 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX720 HS was announced 6 years later than the S1600 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX720 HS matches up versus the S1600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the FujiFilm S1600
SX720 HS | S1600 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 74 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Canon SX720 HS
S1600 | SX720 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and FujiFilm S1600
SX720 HS | S1600 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS features physical 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 FujiFilm S1600 has proportions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX720 HS and the S1600.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and S1600 is 89 and 78 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and S1600.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to resolve greater detail with its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX720 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 |
Also called as | - | FinePix S1770 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-02-18 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 lbs) | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-13L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $379 | $130 |