Canon SX730 HS vs Nikon P7700

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX730 HS versus Nikon P7700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and P7700 (12MP) and the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX730 HS was introduced 3 years later than the P7700 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX730 HS matches up vs the P7700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX730 HS has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Nikon P7700 has dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX730 HS and the P7700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and P7700 is 88 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and P7700.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX730 HS using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Canon SX730 HS will render more detail using its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SX730 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.