Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus SH-50

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SX740 HS and Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and SH-50 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was introduced 5 years later than the SH-50 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX740 HS matches up vs the SH-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Olympus SH-50. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS offers exterior 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 Olympus SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX740 HS and Olympus SH-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX740 HS vs the SH-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and SH-50 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and SH-50.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to give you greater detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger SX740 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.