Canon SX720 HS vs Fujifilm XF1

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX720 HS and Fujifilm XF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the SX720 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The SX720 HS was introduced 3 years later than the Fujifilm XF1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX720 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm XF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Fujifilm XF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS comes with outside 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 XF1 has dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX720 HS and Fujifilm XF1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX720 HS vs the Fujifilm XF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and Fujifilm XF1 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and Fujifilm XF1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX720 HS having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX720 HS will deliver more detail using its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.