Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and S2800HD (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was unveiled 8 years after the S2800HD which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX740 HS grades vs the S2800HD with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD. The full galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS offers external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S2800HD has measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX740 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS vs the S2800HD.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and S2800HD is 88 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and S2800HD.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to result in greater detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.