Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus SH-2

Following is a thorough overview of the Canon SX730 HS and Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and SH-2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was revealed 2 years after the SH-2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX730 HS grades vs the SH-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX730 HS enjoys outside 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) while the Olympus SH-2 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX730 HS versus the SH-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and SH-2 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and SH-2.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX730 HS to offer more detail because of its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger SX730 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.