Canon SX730 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Below is a complete assessment of the Canon SX730 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was announced 4 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX730 HS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX730 HS enjoys physical measurements 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 Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX730 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX730 HS against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 88 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX730 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX730 HS to deliver extra detail with its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX730 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.