Canon SX730 HS vs Samsung ST95

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX730 HS vs Samsung ST95, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and ST95 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was manufactured 6 years later than the ST95 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX730 HS matches up against the ST95 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS features outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX730 HS versus the ST95.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and ST95 is 88 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX730 HS and ST95.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX730 HS to render extra detail due to its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.