Canon SX730 HS vs Casio EX-Z16

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX730 HS and Casio EX-Z16, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and EX-Z16 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was released 6 years later than the EX-Z16 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX730 HS grades versus the EX-Z16 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z16. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z16 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX730 HS features outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z16 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX730 HS and Casio EX-Z16 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX730 HS compared to the EX-Z16.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and EX-Z16 is 88 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX730 HS and EX-Z16.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX730 HS to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX730 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.