Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic SZ10

The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was introduced 14 months after the SZ10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX720 HS grades against the SZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS offers external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS vs the SZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and SZ10 is 89 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and SZ10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with more detail using its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX720 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.