Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon L610

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX740 HS versus Nikon L610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and L610 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was launched 6 years later than the L610 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX740 HS matches up versus the L610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Nikon L610 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Nikon L610 has measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX740 HS versus Nikon L610 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX740 HS compared to the L610.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and L610 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and L610.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to give more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger SX740 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.