Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon B600
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Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon B600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 299g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Released July 2018
- Earlier Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Launched January 2019
Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon B600 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and B600 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX740 HS was announced 5 months earlier than the B600 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX740 HS grades vs the B600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon B600 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Nikon Coolpix B600. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Nikon B600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Nikon B600
SX740 HS | B600 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Canon SX740 HS
B600 | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon B600
SX740 HS | B600 | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | January 2019 | Similar age | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon B600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX740 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon B600 has proportions of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon B600 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX740 HS and the B600.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and B600 is 88 and 67 respectively.
Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon B600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and B600.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX740 HS to deliver greater detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.
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Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon B600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Nikon Coolpix B600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Nikon Coolpix B600 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2018-07-31 | 2019-01-18 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299 gr (0.66 lbs) | 500 gr (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 photos | 280 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $400 | $297 |