Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS20

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX720 HS and Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and TS20 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was released 4 years after the TS20 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX720 HS matches up versus the TS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS features external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX720 HS and Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS and the TS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and TS20 is 89 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and TS20.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX720 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.