Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10
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Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed February 2016
- Old Model is Canon SX710 HS
- Refreshed by Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX720 HS versus Sony TX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and TX10 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX720 HS was introduced 4 years after the TX10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX720 HS grades versus the TX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Sony TX10
SX720 HS | TX10 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 55 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX10 over the Canon SX720 HS
TX10 | SX720 HS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Sony TX10
SX720 HS | TX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS offers exterior 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 Sony TX10 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Canon SX720 HS versus Sony TX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS against the TX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and TX10 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and TX10.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX720 HS to provide you with more detail using its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX720 HS vs Sony TX10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2016-02-18 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 270 grams (0.60 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $379 | $309 |