Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax RZ18
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Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax RZ18 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released September 2011
Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX740 HS and Pentax RZ18, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SX740 HS was launched 6 years later than the RZ18 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX740 HS matches up against the RZ18 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Pentax Optio RZ18. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Pentax RZ18
SX740 HS | RZ18 | |||
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Released | July 2018 | September 2011 | More recent by 84 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Canon SX740 HS
RZ18 | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Pentax RZ18
SX740 HS | RZ18 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX740 HS has exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX740 HS and Pentax RZ18 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX740 HS and the RZ18.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and RZ18 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX740 HS and RZ18.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX740 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2018-07-31 | 2011-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 lbs) | 178g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $400 | $210 |