Canon SX740 HS vs Fujifilm F750EXR

The following is a extended overview of the Canon SX740 HS versus Fujifilm F750EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and Fujifilm F750EXR (16MP) and the SX740 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F750EXR (1/2") boast totally different sensor size.

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The SX740 HS was brought out 6 years after the Fujifilm F750EXR which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX740 HS matches up against the Fujifilm F750EXR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F750EXR. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F750EXR Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX740 HS features exterior measurements 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 Fujifilm F750EXR has dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX740 HS versus Fujifilm F750EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS vs the Fujifilm F750EXR.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and Fujifilm F750EXR is 88 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX740 HS and Fujifilm F750EXR.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX740 HS due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Canon SX740 HS will give extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.