Canon SX620 HS vs Canon SX730 HS

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX620 HS versus Canon SX730 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the SX730 HS (20.3MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was launched 11 months prior to the SX730 HS so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX620 HS grades vs the SX730 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Canon PowerShot SX730 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Canon SX730 HS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS offers external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Canon SX730 HS has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX620 HS versus Canon SX730 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the SX730 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and SX730 HS is 93 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and SX730 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 0.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SX620 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.