Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic FZ80

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 10 months earlier than the FZ80 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX720 HS matches up against the FZ80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ80 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX720 HS compared to the FZ80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and FZ80 is 89 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and FZ80.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2.3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older SX720 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.