Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Succeeded the Canon SX720 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX740 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX730 HS and Olympus TG-630 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and TG-630 iHS (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX730 HS was released 4 years after the TG-630 iHS which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX730 HS scores against the TG-630 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Olympus TG-630 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
SX730 HS | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Revealed | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 52 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Canon SX730 HS
TG-630 iHS | SX730 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Olympus TG-630 iHS
SX730 HS | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS features outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-630 iHS has measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX730 HS and Olympus TG-630 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX730 HS against the TG-630 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and TG-630 iHS is 88 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and TG-630 iHS.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX730 HS to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2017-04-06 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $399 | $200 |