Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30
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Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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
- Previous Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT30

Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon SX740 HS versus Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and TS30 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX740 HS was announced 3 years later than the TS30 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX740 HS grades vs the TS30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Panasonic TS30
SX740 HS | TS30 | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | ![]() | January 2015 | Fresher by 44 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Canon SX740 HS
TS30 | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic TS30
SX740 HS | TS30 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS features physical measurements 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 TS30 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX740 HS versus Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX740 HS and the TS30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and TS30 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and TS30.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX740 HS to offer you extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX740 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2018-07-31 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 299 gr (0.66 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 shots | 250 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $400 | $180 |