Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon A900

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX740 HS (21MP) and the A900 (20MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the A900 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX740 HS scores vs the A900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix A900. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Nikon A900 has measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon A900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX740 HS vs the A900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and A900 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and A900.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to offer more detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent SX740 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.