Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900
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Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900 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
- Earlier Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Launched February 2018

Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon SX740 HS and Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX740 HS (21MP) and the G900 (20MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX740 HS was released 6 months after the G900 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX740 HS scores against the G900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Ricoh G900. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Ricoh G900
SX740 HS | G900 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Canon SX740 HS
G900 | SX740 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Ricoh G900
SX740 HS | G900 | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | ![]() | February 2018 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS features exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX740 HS and Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX740 HS versus the G900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and G900 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and G900.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX740 HS to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.

Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon SX740 HS vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Ricoh G900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2018-07-31 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840x2160 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 pounds) | 247g (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" 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 format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $400 | $752 |