Canon SX740 HS vs Fujifilm T550

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX740 HS and Fujifilm T550, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and Fujifilm T550 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was unveiled 5 years later than the Fujifilm T550 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX740 HS grades against the Fujifilm T550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Fujifilm FinePix T550. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Fujifilm T550 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX740 HS has got exterior dimensions 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 T550 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX740 HS and Fujifilm T550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX740 HS versus the Fujifilm T550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and Fujifilm T550 is 88 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and Fujifilm T550.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to deliver greater detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger SX740 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.