Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15
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Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Key Specs
(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
- Announced July 2018
- Older Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012

Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX740 HS and Casio EX-ZR15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and EX-ZR15 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX740 HS was launched 6 years later than the EX-ZR15 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX740 HS grades vs the EX-ZR15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR15. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Casio EX-ZR15
SX740 HS | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Released | July 2018 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 80 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Canon SX740 HS
EX-ZR15 | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Casio EX-ZR15
SX740 HS | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR15 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SX740 HS and Casio EX-ZR15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX740 HS vs the EX-ZR15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and EX-ZR15 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and EX-ZR15.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX740 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2018-07-31 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 pounds) | 176g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 shots | 325 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-110 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $400 | $249 |