Canon SX730 HS vs Casio EX-FS10

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX730 HS and Casio EX-FS10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and EX-FS10 (9MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was brought out 8 years later than the EX-FS10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX730 HS scores versus the EX-FS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Casio Exilim EX-FS10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Casio EX-FS10 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS provides external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Casio EX-FS10 has measurements of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Canon SX730 HS and Casio EX-FS10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX730 HS versus the EX-FS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and EX-FS10 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and EX-FS10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to give you greater detail having its extra 11.3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.