Canon SX720 HS vs Nikon S6500

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SX720 HS versus Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S6500 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was revealed 3 years later than the S6500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX720 HS grades versus the S6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS vs the S6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and S6500 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and S6500.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to result in extra detail because of its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer SX720 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.