Canon SX720 HS vs Olympus 9000

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX720 HS versus Olympus 9000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and 9000 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was manufactured 6 years later than the 9000 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX720 HS grades against the 9000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Olympus Stylus 9000. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS comes with external dimensions 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 Olympus 9000 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS against the 9000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and 9000 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and 9000.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to give greater detail due to its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.