Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FZ47

Let's look closer at the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The SX730 HS was unveiled 5 years after the FZ47 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX730 HS grades versus the FZ47 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS features 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) and the Panasonic FZ47 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic FZ47 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX730 HS versus the FZ47.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and FZ47 is 88 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and FZ47.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to result in greater detail having an extra 8.3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer SX730 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.