Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350
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Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350 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
- Released February 2016
- Earlier Model is Canon SX710 HS
- Refreshed by Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
- Old Model is Sony WX300
- Renewed by Sony WX500

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350 Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX720 HS versus Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX720 HS was brought out 2 years after the WX350 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX720 HS scores against the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Sony WX350
SX720 HS | WX350 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2014 | More modern by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Canon SX720 HS
WX350 | SX720 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Sony WX350
SX720 HS | WX350 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS offers exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX720 HS versus Sony WX350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX720 HS and the WX350.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and WX350 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX720 HS and WX350.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX720 HS to offer you extra detail having its extra 2.3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX720 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX720 HS vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2016-02-18 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 470 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-13L | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $379 | $270 |