Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm JX300
88 Imaging
48 Features
63 Overall
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95 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
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Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm JX300 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
- Revealed July 2018
- Succeeded the Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm JX300 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX740 HS and FujiFilm JX300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and JX300 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe SX740 HS was launched 7 years later than the JX300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX740 HS scores against the JX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm JX300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the FujiFilm JX300
SX740 HS | JX300 | |||
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Introduced | July 2018 | January 2011 | More recent by 93 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Canon SX740 HS
JX300 | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and FujiFilm JX300
SX740 HS | JX300 | |||
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Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm JX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the FujiFilm JX300 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX740 HS and FujiFilm JX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS vs the JX300.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and JX300 is 88 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm JX300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX740 HS and JX300.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to give extra detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SX740 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm JX300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 |
Also called | - | FinePix JX305 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2018-07-31 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/2.6-6.2 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1800s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 299 grams (0.66 lb) | 130 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 pictures | 180 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $110 |