Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20
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Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Revealed April 2017
- Previous Model is Canon SX720 HS
- Refreshed by Canon SX740 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT20

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and TS20 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX730 HS was launched 5 years later than the TS20 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX730 HS scores vs the TS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Panasonic TS20
SX730 HS | TS20 | |||
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Released | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 64 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Canon SX730 HS
TS20 | SX730 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic TS20
SX730 HS | TS20 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS comes with outside 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 Panasonic TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX730 HS and Panasonic TS20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX730 HS and the TS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and TS20 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and TS20.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to render more detail utilizing its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX730 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2017-04-06 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 photos | 250 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $399 | $179 |