Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SX740 HS and Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and SP-590 UZ (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was introduced 9 years after the SP-590 UZ which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX740 HS grades versus the SP-590 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Olympus SP-590 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX740 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX740 HS against the SP-590 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and SP-590 UZ is 88 and 72 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and SP-590 UZ.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX740 HS to produce more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.