Canon SD980 IS vs Canon SX730 HS

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SD980 IS vs Canon SX730 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SD980 IS (12MP) and SX730 HS (20.3MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was introduced 8 years prior to the SX730 HS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SD980 IS grades versus the SX730 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SD980 IS has physical dimensions of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Canon SX730 HS has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD980 IS versus the SX730 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and SX730 HS is 95 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD980 IS and SX730 HS.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX730 HS to provide more detail using its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older SD980 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.