Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W730

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SX510 HS versus Sony W730, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and W730 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was released 8 months later than the W730 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX510 HS scores against the W730 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX510 HS versus Sony W730 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX510 HS and the W730.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and W730 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and W730.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W730 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX510 HS will have an edge in sensor technology.