Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S9700
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63 Overall
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48 Overall
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Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 299g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Revealed July 2018
- Older Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Old Model is Nikon S9500
- Refreshed by Nikon S9900
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Following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SX740 HS was announced 4 years after the S9700 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX740 HS matches up versus the S9700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Nikon S9700
| SX740 HS | S9700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2018 |  | February 2014 | More modern by 55 months |
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 921k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Canon SX740 HS
| S9700 | SX740 HS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Nikon S9700
| SX740 HS | S9700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS has outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX740 HS compared to the S9700.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and S9700 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and S9700.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to resolve greater detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer SX740 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX740 HS vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2018-07-31 | 2014-02-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 99 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.7-6.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 299 gr (0.66 lb) | 232 gr (0.51 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 265 images | 300 images |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $400 | $350 |