Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26
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Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Launched February 2016
- Older Model is Canon SX710 HS
- Successor is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2012

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon L26, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and L26 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX720 HS was released 4 years later than the L26 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX720 HS matches up versus the L26 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Nikon Coolpix L26. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Nikon L26
SX720 HS | L26 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 50 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Canon SX720 HS
L26 | SX720 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Nikon L26
SX720 HS | L26 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS has got outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon L26 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX720 HS against the L26.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and L26 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and L26.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-02-18 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 200 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-13L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $379 | $70 |