Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX730 HS versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was unveiled 5 years after the SZ-31MR iHS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX730 HS grades vs the SZ-31MR iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS offers external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX730 HS versus Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX730 HS and the SZ-31MR iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and SZ-31MR iHS is 88 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX730 HS and SZ-31MR iHS.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to show greater detail having an extra 4.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.