Canon SX720 HS vs Sony a5100

Below is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX720 HS vs Sony a5100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is pretty well matched but the SX720 HS (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The SX720 HS was introduced 19 months later than the a5100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX720 HS grades vs the a5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS enjoys outside measurements 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 Sony a5100 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS versus the a5100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and a5100 is 89 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and a5100.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX720 HS with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony a5100 will give greater detail using its extra 3.7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.