Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS
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![Canon PowerShot A2300 front Canon PowerShot A2300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A2300/Canon-A2300-front.jpg)
![Canon PowerShot SX730 HS front Canon PowerShot SX730 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX730-HS/Canon-SX730-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched April 2017
- Previous Model is Canon SX720 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX740 HS
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Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon A2300 versus Canon SX730 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Canon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the A2300 (16MP) and SX730 HS (20.3MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The A2300 was manufactured 6 years prior to the SX730 HS which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A2300 scores against the SX730 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Canon PowerShot SX730 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Canon SX730 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Canon SX730 HS
A2300 | SX730 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Canon A2300
SX730 HS | A2300 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 62 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Canon SX730 HS
A2300 | SX730 HS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2300 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Canon SX730 HS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2300 versus Canon SX730 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A2300 and the SX730 HS.
![Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS size comparison Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2300-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX730-HS-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and SX730 HS is 96 and 88 respectively.
![Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS top view buttons comparison Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2300-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX730-HS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and SX730 HS.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX730 HS to provide more detail due to its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged A2300 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS sensor size comparison Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2300-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX730-HS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2300-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX730-HS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A2300 vs Canon SX730 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2017-04-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20.3 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3200s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 5.9 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 300 grams (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
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 | 210 photos | 250 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $139 | $399 |