Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic S2

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic S2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and S2 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was introduced 6 years later than the S2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX740 HS grades versus the S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX740 HS comes with outer measurements 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 S2 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS and the S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and S2 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and S2.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to provide you with greater detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.