Canon SX740 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX740 HS versus Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SX740 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The SX740 HS was introduced 6 years after the Fujifilm X-S1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX740 HS matches up against the Fujifilm X-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Fujifilm X-S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS has outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-S1 has measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX740 HS versus Fujifilm X-S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX740 HS compared to the Fujifilm X-S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and Fujifilm X-S1 is 88 and 52 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and Fujifilm X-S1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX740 HS with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX740 HS will provide you with more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.