Canon SX230 HS vs Canon SX740 HS

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX230 HS versus Canon SX740 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and SX740 HS (21MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 8 years before the SX740 HS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX230 HS grades vs the SX740 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Canon PowerShot SX740 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Canon SX740 HS Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Canon SX740 HS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS versus Canon SX740 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the SX740 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and SX740 HS is 91 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and SX740 HS.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to render more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX230 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.