Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was manufactured 8 years after the SP-590 UZ which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX730 HS scores against the SP-590 UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS enjoys outside dimensions 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 Olympus SP-590 UZ has measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX730 HS and the SP-590 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and SP-590 UZ is 88 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and SP-590 UZ.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX730 HS to show extra detail due to its extra 8.3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX730 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.