Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S6300

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon S6300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S6300 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was introduced 4 years later than the S6300 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX720 HS grades vs the S6300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS has external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Nikon S6300 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX720 HS against the S6300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and S6300 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and S6300.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX720 HS to deliver greater detail using its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.