Canon SD1300 IS vs Canon SX740 HS

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SD1300 IS versus Canon SX740 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Canon. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and SX740 HS (21MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was released 9 years earlier than the SX740 HS which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SD1300 IS scores vs the SX740 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Canon PowerShot SX740 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Canon SX740 HS Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1300 IS comes with physical measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Canon SX740 HS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SD1300 IS and the SX740 HS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and SX740 HS is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1300 IS and SX740 HS.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX740 HS to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SD1300 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.