Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic FZ60

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was brought out 6 years later than the FZ60 and that is a fairly serious 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 FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX740 HS matches up vs the FZ60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS provides physical dimensions 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 Panasonic FZ60 has measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS versus the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and FZ60 is 88 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and FZ60.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to result in extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.