Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19
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Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Revealed April 2017
- Older Model is Canon SX720 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX740 HS
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Released February 2009

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L19, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and L19 (8MP) and the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") provide different sensor sizes.

The SX730 HS was introduced 8 years later than the L19 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX730 HS grades against the L19 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Nikon Coolpix L19. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Nikon L19 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Nikon L19
SX730 HS | L19 | |||
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Released | April 2017 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 100 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Canon SX730 HS
L19 | SX730 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L19
SX730 HS | L19 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX730 HS features physical 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 Nikon L19 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L19 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX730 HS against the L19.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and L19 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and L19.
Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX730 HS using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SX730 HS will provide extra detail using its extra 12.3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX730 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L19 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Nikon Coolpix L19 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Nikon Coolpix L19 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2017-04-06 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3MP | 8MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3264 x 2448 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 300 gr (0.66 lb) | 130 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $399 | $0 |