Canon SX720 HS vs Fujifilm XP30

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX720 HS vs Fujifilm XP30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was brought out 4 years later than the Fujifilm XP30 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX720 HS grades versus the Fujifilm XP30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS features 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 XP30 has sizing of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the Fujifilm XP30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and Fujifilm XP30 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and Fujifilm XP30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX720 HS to give more detail having its extra 6.3MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.