Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S6200

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX740 HS versus Nikon S6200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and S6200 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was introduced 7 years later than the S6200 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX740 HS scores vs the S6200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX740 HS provides outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6200 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX740 HS versus Nikon S6200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS vs the S6200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and S6200 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX740 HS and S6200.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to give you more detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX740 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.