Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic FZ70

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX730 HS versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was unveiled 3 years later than the FZ70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX730 HS scores versus the FZ70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX730 HS comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX730 HS compared to the FZ70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and FZ70 is 88 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX730 HS and FZ70.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX730 HS to offer more detail having an extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SX730 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.