Canon SX720 HS vs Fujifilm XP80

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX720 HS and Fujifilm XP80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The SX720 HS was introduced 14 months later than the Fujifilm XP80 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX720 HS matches up against the Fujifilm XP80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Fujifilm XP80. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Fujifilm XP80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS provides external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP80 has proportions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX720 HS and Fujifilm XP80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the Fujifilm XP80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and Fujifilm XP80 is 89 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and Fujifilm XP80.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to provide greater detail using its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.