Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic FZ200

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX740 HS versus Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was introduced 6 years after the FZ200 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX740 HS grades against the FZ200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX740 HS provides external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ200 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

See the Canon SX740 HS versus Panasonic FZ200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS compared to the FZ200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and FZ200 is 88 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and FZ200.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to show more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.