Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon P100

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and P100 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was revealed 5 years later than the P100 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX720 HS scores against the P100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Nikon Coolpix P100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Nikon P100 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS enjoys physical dimensions 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 P100 has measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX720 HS versus the P100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and P100 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and P100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with more detail because of its extra 10.3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX720 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.