Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26
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Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Earlier Model is Canon SX720 HS
- Newer Model is Canon SX740 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2012

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L26, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and L26 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX730 HS was introduced 5 years after the L26 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX730 HS scores against the L26 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Nikon L26
SX730 HS | L26 | |||
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Revealed | April 2017 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 64 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Canon SX730 HS
L26 | SX730 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L26
SX730 HS | L26 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Nikon L26 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L26 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX730 HS versus the L26.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and L26 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and L26.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX730 HS to render more detail using its extra 4.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SX730 HS should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2017-04-06 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 200 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
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/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $399 | $70 |