Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS 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
- Launched July 2018
- Superseded the Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013

Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Canon SX740 HS versus Olympus TG-2 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX740 HS was launched 5 years after the TG-2 iHS which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX740 HS grades vs the TG-2 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
SX740 HS | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Revealed | July 2018 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 62 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 610k | Sharper display (+312k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Canon SX740 HS
TG-2 iHS | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Olympus TG-2 iHS
SX740 HS | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX740 HS offers outside 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) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has proportions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
See the Canon SX740 HS versus Olympus TG-2 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX740 HS and the TG-2 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and TG-2 iHS is 88 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and TG-2 iHS.
As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX740 HS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX740 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2018-07-31 | 2013-06-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 610k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299 gr (0.66 pounds) | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 350 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $400 | $380 |