Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon L610

Here is a detailed review of the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and L610 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was released 4 years later than the L610 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX730 HS matches up against the L610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Nikon L610 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX730 HS features physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Nikon L610 has specifications of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX730 HS and Nikon L610 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX730 HS compared to the L610.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and L610 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX730 HS and L610.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX730 HS to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.