Canon SX720 HS vs Sony S980

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX720 HS versus Sony S980, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was introduced 7 years after the S980 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX720 HS matches up versus the S980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX720 HS comes with exterior 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 S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX720 HS and the S980.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and S980 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and S980.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with greater detail using its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.