Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27
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Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Released April 2017
- Succeeded the Canon SX720 HS
- New Model is Canon SX740 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic FH27, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and FH27 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX730 HS was manufactured 6 years later than the FH27 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX730 HS grades vs the FH27 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Panasonic FH27
SX730 HS | FH27 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 77 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Canon SX730 HS
FH27 | SX730 HS | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic FH27
SX730 HS | FH27 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX730 HS comes with exterior 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 Panasonic FH27 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic FH27 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX730 HS versus the FH27.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and FH27 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and FH27.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX730 HS to produce more detail due to its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher SX730 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2017-04-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300g (0.66 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $399 | $229 |