Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon P300

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon P300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and P300 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was announced 4 years later than the P300 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX720 HS grades vs the P300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Nikon Coolpix P300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS comes with physical 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) and the Nikon P300 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon P300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX720 HS versus the P300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and P300 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and P300.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to give greater detail with its extra 8.3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.