Canon SX720 HS vs Sony A58

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX720 HS vs Sony A58, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and the A58 (20MP) is relatively similar but the SX720 HS (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX720 HS was manufactured 2 years after the A58 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX720 HS grades versus the A58 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Sony SLT-A58. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX720 HS has physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony A58 has dimensions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX720 HS vs Sony A58 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS against the A58.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and A58 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and A58.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX720 HS because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Canon SX720 HS will offer you greater detail due to its extra 0.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.