Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony HX400V and Canon SX730 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX400V has external dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.1 x 3.67 x 4.06″) and weighs 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX730 HS has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 40 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.57″) and weighs 300 g (0.66 lb / 10.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony HX400V and the Canon SX730 HS. Canon SX730 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 20mm narrower, 29mm shorter and 63mm thinner than Sony HX400V.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX400V and Canon SX730 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX400V and Canon SX730 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX730 HS is significantly lighter (360g ) than the Sony HX400V which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V nor Canon PowerShot SX730 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony HX400V and Canon SX730 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.