Canon 77D vs Canon SX730 HS

Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon 77D vs Canon SX730 HS, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the 77D (24MP) and the SX730 HS (20.3MP) is pretty comparable but the 77D (APS-C) and SX730 HS (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The 77D was unveiled very close to the SX730 HS and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 77D scores versus the SX730 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 77D and Canon PowerShot SX730 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon 77D Gallery and Canon SX730 HS Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 77D features exterior measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Canon SX730 HS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

See the Canon 77D vs Canon SX730 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 77D and the SX730 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 77D and SX730 HS is 66 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 77D and SX730 HS.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 77D using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon 77D will produce extra detail having an extra 3.7MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.