Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic FH2

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX720 HS and Panasonic FH2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and FH2 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 5 years after the FH2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX720 HS grades versus the FH2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS features outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Canon SX720 HS and Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the FH2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and FH2 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and FH2.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to show extra detail utilizing its extra 6.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.