Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic ZS8
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Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic ZS8 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
- Introduced July 2018
- Succeeded the Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS7
Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and ZS8 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX740 HS was unveiled 7 years later than the ZS8 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX740 HS grades versus the ZS8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Panasonic ZS8
SX740 HS | ZS8 | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | July 2011 | Fresher by 86 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Canon SX740 HS
ZS8 | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic ZS8
SX740 HS | ZS8 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX740 HS has got external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the Canon SX740 HS and Panasonic ZS8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX740 HS against the ZS8.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and ZS8 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and ZS8.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX740 HS to provide you with greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX740 HS vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2018-07-31 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 8 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias 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 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299 gr (0.66 pounds) | 210 gr (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 340 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $400 | $275 |