Canon SX740 HS vs Fujifilm F660EXR

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon SX740 HS and Fujifilm F660EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the SX740 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") enjoy different sensor size.

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The SX740 HS was manufactured 6 years after the Fujifilm F660EXR which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX740 HS scores against the Fujifilm F660EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS has got external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F660EXR has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX740 HS and Fujifilm F660EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX740 HS versus the Fujifilm F660EXR.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and Fujifilm F660EXR is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX740 HS and Fujifilm F660EXR.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX740 HS due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Canon SX740 HS will offer you extra detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger SX740 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.