Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5
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![Canon PowerShot SX720 HS front Canon PowerShot SX720 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX720-HS/Canon-SX720-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Succeeded the Canon SX710 HS
- Updated by Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released July 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
- New Model is Panasonic TS6
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Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and TS5 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX720 HS was revealed 2 years after the TS5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX720 HS scores vs the TS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Panasonic TS5
SX720 HS | TS5 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | July 2013 | Newer by 32 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Canon SX720 HS
TS5 | SX720 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Panasonic TS5
SX720 HS | TS5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS offers physical dimensions 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 TS5 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX720 HS vs the TS5.
![Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 size comparison Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX720-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and TS5 is 89 and 91 respectively.
![Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 top view buttons comparison Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX720-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and TS5.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to give you more detail because of its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 sensor size comparison Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX720-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX720-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2016-02-18 | 2013-07-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 370 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $379 | $350 |