Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S4300

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon S4300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S4300 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was announced 4 years later than the S4300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX720 HS scores against the S4300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS offers outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Nikon S4300 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon S4300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the S4300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and S4300 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and S4300.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to give you greater detail with its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.