Canon SX730 HS vs Panasonic ZS20

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX730 HS versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and ZS20 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was unveiled 5 years later than the ZS20 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX730 HS matches up against the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Canon SX730 HS versus Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX730 HS versus the ZS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and ZS20 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and ZS20.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX730 HS to offer you extra detail having an extra 6.3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SX730 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.