Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic FX78

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic FX78, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and FX78 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was announced 5 years after the FX78 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the SX720 HS grades versus the FX78 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS has got outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic FX78 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX720 HS vs the FX78.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and FX78 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and FX78.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to offer you more detail with its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.