Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic 3D1

Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was announced 4 years later than the 3D1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX720 HS scores vs the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic 3D1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the 3D1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and 3D1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and 3D1.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to give you more detail with its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX720 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.