Canon SX720 HS vs Sony H400

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX720 HS and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was revealed 2 years after the H400 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX720 HS scores against the H400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX720 HS vs the H400.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and H400 is 89 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and H400.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX720 HS to show greater detail because of its extra 0.3MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.