Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon P610

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SX740 HS versus Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and P610 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was brought out 3 years later than the P610 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX740 HS grades versus the P610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Nikon Coolpix P610. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Nikon P610 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS features physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Nikon P610 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS compared to the P610.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and P610 is 88 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and P610.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX740 HS to provide greater detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.