Canon SX740 HS vs Samsung HZ25W

Here is a complete review of the Canon SX740 HS and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was brought out 8 years later than the HZ25W and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX740 HS grades vs the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX740 HS offers outer dimensions 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 Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX740 HS and Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX740 HS versus the HZ25W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and HZ25W is 88 and 70 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and HZ25W.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX740 HS to deliver greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent SX740 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.