Canon SX730 HS vs Sony A7

The following is a complete overview of the Canon SX730 HS versus Sony A7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and the A7 (24MP) is relatively close but the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The SX730 HS was announced 3 years after the A7 which is a fairly sizable 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 Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX730 HS matches up against the A7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX730 HS provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX730 HS versus Sony A7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX730 HS vs the A7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and A7 is 88 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX730 HS and A7.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX730 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 3.7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX730 HS should have an advantage in sensor technology.