Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S5200

Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX720 HS and Nikon S5200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S5200 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was brought out 3 years after the S5200 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX720 HS grades versus the S5200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5200 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX720 HS and the S5200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and S5200 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and S5200.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.