Canon SX730 HS vs Sony HX20V

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX730 HS versus Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was released 4 years after the HX20V which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX730 HS grades versus the HX20V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX730 HS provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX730 HS vs the HX20V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and HX20V is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and HX20V.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX730 HS to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2.3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SX730 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.