Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj
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Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj 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
- Succeeded the Canon SX710 HS
- New Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Released August 2009

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX720 HS and Nikon S1000pj, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX720 HS was announced 6 years later than the S1000pj and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX720 HS scores vs the S1000pj in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Nikon S1000pj
SX720 HS | S1000pj | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 80 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Canon SX720 HS
S1000pj | SX720 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Nikon S1000pj
SX720 HS | S1000pj | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS has got external 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) while the Nikon S1000pj has sizing of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX720 HS and Nikon S1000pj in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the S1000pj.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and S1000pj is 89 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and S1000pj.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon SX720 HS to result in extra detail with its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-02-18 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | Expeed |
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 | 12 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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 pounds) | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-13L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $379 | $289 |