Canon SX540 HS vs Canon SX740 HS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX540 HS versus Canon SX740 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Canon. The resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the SX740 HS (21MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was released 3 years before the SX740 HS and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX540 HS scores versus the SX740 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Canon PowerShot SX740 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Canon SX740 HS Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS has got outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Canon SX740 HS has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX540 HS versus Canon SX740 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX540 HS and the SX740 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and SX740 HS is 69 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and SX740 HS.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older SX540 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.