Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-Z400

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX740 HS and Casio EX-Z400, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and EX-Z400 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was brought out 9 years later than the EX-Z400 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX740 HS matches up versus the EX-Z400 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z400. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z400 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z400 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX740 HS and the EX-Z400.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and EX-Z400 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and EX-Z400.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to render greater detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer SX740 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.