Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S6000

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX740 HS versus Nikon S6000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and S6000 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was unveiled 8 years later than the S6000 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX740 HS grades versus the S6000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The full galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX740 HS provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Nikon S6000 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX740 HS versus Nikon S6000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX740 HS against the S6000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and S6000 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and S6000.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX740 HS to provide you with greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX740 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.