Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1
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Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1 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
- Introduced April 2017
- Old Model is Canon SX720 HS
- Updated by Canon SX740 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS2

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX730 HS versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and TS1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX730 HS was unveiled 8 years later than the TS1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX730 HS matches up vs the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Panasonic TS1
SX730 HS | TS1 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 100 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Canon SX730 HS
TS1 | SX730 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic TS1
SX730 HS | TS1 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX730 HS enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX730 HS versus Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX730 HS versus the TS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and TS1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX730 HS and TS1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX730 HS to produce more detail having an extra 8.3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer SX730 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2017-04-06 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) | 189 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $380 |