Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS
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Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 299g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Introduced July 2018
- Earlier Model is Canon SX730 HS
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On this page, we will be looking at the Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the N (12MP) and SX740 HS (21MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe N was released 6 years before the SX740 HS and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the N scores versus the SX740 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon N over the Canon SX740 HS
| N | SX740 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Canon N
| SX740 HS | N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2018 |  | January 2013 | More recent by 67 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 461k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon N and Canon SX740 HS
| N | SX740 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Both good for selfies |
Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon N comes with outside dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Canon SX740 HS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the N against the SX740 HS.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the N and SX740 HS is 93 and 88 respectively.
Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and SX740 HS.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX740 HS to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older N is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon N vs Canon SX740 HS Specifications
| Canon PowerShot N | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot N | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2018-07-31 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 5 | DIGIC 8 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 21 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-6.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 2.8" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 461k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | PureColor II G touch | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 195g (0.43 lbs) | 299g (0.66 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 200 photographs | 265 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-9L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $299 | $400 |