Canon SX730 HS vs Pentax XG-1

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX730 HS vs Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was introduced 2 years later than the XG-1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX730 HS scores against the XG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX730 HS against the XG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and XG-1 is 88 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and XG-1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX730 HS to offer greater detail using its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX730 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.