Clicky

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W

Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
51
Overall
48
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS front
 
Samsung HZ10W front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
27
Overall
30

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs

Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
  • 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
  • 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
  • Launched February 2016
  • Superseded the Canon SX710 HS
  • Later Model is Canon SX730 HS
Samsung HZ10W
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
  • 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Released May 2009
  • Other Name is WB500
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

The SX720 HS was launched 6 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX720 HS grades vs the HZ10W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Samsung HZ10W

 SX720 HS HZ10W 
ReleasedFebruary 2016May 2009More modern by 83 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution922k230kSharper screen (+692k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Canon SX720 HS

 HZ10W SX720 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung HZ10W

 SX720 HS HZ10W 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX720 HS and Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX720 HS vs the HZ10W.

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and HZ10W is 89 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W top view buttons comparison

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and HZ10W.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to render greater detail utilizing its extra 10.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX720 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W sensor size comparison

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Portrait photography highlights
Samsung HZ10W Portrait photography highlights
48
has manual focus
megapixel count good (20.3MP)
has face detect autofocus
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
31
has manual focus
comes with face detect focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Street Comparison

Canon SX720 HS as a Street photography camera
Samsung HZ10W as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (270 grams)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
52
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
more heavy than competitors in class (249 grams)
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Sports Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Sports photography advice
Samsung HZ10W Sports photography advice
48
excellent zoom range (24-960mm 40.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20.3MP)
has tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (5.9 fps)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery power (250 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Travel photography highlights
Samsung HZ10W Travel photography highlights
67
lighter than average in class (270g)
megapixel count good (20.3MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
great reach (960mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low battery power (250 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.3)
54
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (249g)
MP count low (10MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Landscape Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Landscape photography info
Samsung HZ10W Landscape photography info
50
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20.3 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
low battery power (250 shots)
does not have Time Lapse mode
35
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Vlogging details
Samsung HZ10W Vlogging details
35
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (270g)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have mic jack
28
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
more heavy than competitors in class (249 grams)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Canon SX720 HS vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX720 HS and Samsung HZ10W
 Canon PowerShot SX720 HSSamsung HZ10W
General Information
Brand Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot SX720 HS Samsung HZ10W
Alternative name - WB500
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2016-02-18 2009-05-14
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 6 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 20.3MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 5184 x 3888 3648 x 2432
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-960mm (40.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.9 f/3.3-5.8
Macro focus range 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 922k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 16 secs
Max shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.9 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m -
Flash options Auto, on, off, slow synchro Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 270g (0.60 lbs) 249g (0.55 lbs)
Dimensions 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-13L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $379 $300