Canon SX720 HS vs Pentax X90

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon SX720 HS and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was introduced 5 years later than the X90 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX720 HS grades versus the X90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Pentax X90. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS has physical 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 Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX720 HS vs the X90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and X90 is 89 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and X90.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with more detail using its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.