Canon SX730 HS vs Olympus VR-320

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon SX730 HS and Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and VR-320 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was introduced 5 years later than the VR-320 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX730 HS grades against the VR-320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Olympus VR-320. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS has physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX730 HS versus the VR-320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and VR-320 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and VR-320.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to produce extra detail using its extra 6.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.