Canon SX740 HS vs Fujifilm S9800

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX740 HS vs Fujifilm S9800, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was brought out 3 years after the Fujifilm S9800 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX740 HS scores vs the Fujifilm S9800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Fujifilm S9800. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S9800 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX740 HS features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9800 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX740 HS vs Fujifilm S9800 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS against the Fujifilm S9800.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and Fujifilm S9800 is 88 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and Fujifilm S9800.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX740 HS to result in extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.