Canon SX720 HS vs Fujifilm S4200

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX720 HS vs Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was revealed 4 years after the Fujifilm S4200 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX720 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm S4200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The full galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS features outer measurements 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 Fujifilm S4200 has sizing of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX720 HS vs Fujifilm S4200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX720 HS against the Fujifilm S4200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and Fujifilm S4200 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and Fujifilm S4200.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to provide extra detail because of its extra 6.3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The newer SX720 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.