Canon SX720 HS vs Kodak Z5120

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX720 HS versus Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and Z5120 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the Z5120 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX720 HS scores against the Z5120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Kodak Z5120 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS offers outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Kodak Z5120 has sizing of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX720 HS versus Kodak Z5120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the Z5120.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and Z5120 is 89 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and Z5120.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX720 HS to render extra detail due to its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.