Canon SX720 HS vs Kodak Z990

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX720 HS and Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and Z990 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was unveiled 5 years after the Z990 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX720 HS grades vs the Z990 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The full galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Kodak Z990 has sizing of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX720 HS and Kodak Z990 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the Z990.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and Z990 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and Z990.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to give extra detail having an extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.