Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S620

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon S620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and S620 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was announced 9 years after the S620 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX740 HS grades versus the S620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S620. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX740 HS has outer 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 S620 has proportions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon S620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS compared to the S620.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and S620 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and S620.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to render greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.