Canon SX730 HS vs Sony WX10

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX730 HS vs Sony WX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was unveiled 6 years after the WX10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX730 HS matches up vs the WX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX730 HS comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX730 HS vs Sony WX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX730 HS against the WX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and WX10 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX730 HS and WX10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX730 HS to give you extra detail having an extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern SX730 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.