Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon S9500 and Canon SX720 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S9500 has external dimensions of 110 x 60 x 31 mm (4.33 x 2.36 x 1.22″) and weighs 205 g (0.45 lb / 7.23 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX720 HS has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 36 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.42″) and weighs 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S9500 and the Canon SX720 HS. Nikon S9500 has the same height with Canon SX720 HS. On the other hand, with a width of 60mm, it is 4 narrower and also with a thickness of 31mm, it is 5mm thinner than Canon SX720 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S9500 and Canon SX720 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9500 and Canon SX720 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9500 is significantly lighter (65g ) than the Canon SX720 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S9500 nor Canon PowerShot SX720 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S9500 and Canon SX720 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.