Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S640

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S640, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S640 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 6 years later than the S640 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX720 HS grades against the S640 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Nikon Coolpix S640. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Nikon S640 has specifications of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S640 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the S640.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and S640 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and S640.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.