Canon SX730 HS vs Samsung CL5

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX730 HS and Samsung CL5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The SX730 HS was revealed 8 years after the CL5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX730 HS scores vs the CL5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Samsung CL5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS provides physical dimensions 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 Samsung CL5 has measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX730 HS and Samsung CL5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX730 HS compared to the CL5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and CL5 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and CL5.

As you can see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX730 HS with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon SX730 HS will provide greater detail because of its extra 11.3MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer SX730 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.