Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX730 HS

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX730 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and SX730 HS (20.3MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 6 years prior to the SX730 HS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX230 HS grades vs the SX730 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Canon PowerShot SX730 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Canon SX730 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the SX730 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and SX730 HS is 91 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and SX730 HS.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to show extra detail using its extra 8.3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.