Canon SX730 HS vs Samsung NX300

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX730 HS vs Samsung NX300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is very well matched but the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX730 HS was launched 3 years later than the NX300 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX730 HS scores vs the NX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX730 HS against the NX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and NX300 is 88 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and NX300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX730 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Canon SX730 HS will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 0.3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger SX730 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.