Canon SX730 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SX730 HS and FujiFilm S2800HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and S2800HD (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was launched 7 years after the S2800HD which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX730 HS scores vs the S2800HD in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX730 HS comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the FujiFilm S2800HD has dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX730 HS and FujiFilm S2800HD in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX730 HS vs the S2800HD.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and S2800HD is 88 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX730 HS and S2800HD.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX730 HS to produce more detail utilizing its extra 6.3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer SX730 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.