Canon SX740 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX740 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was released 5 years after the Galaxy Camera which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX740 HS matches up against the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX740 HS provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX740 HS versus the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and Galaxy Camera is 88 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and Galaxy Camera.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to give more detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.