Canon SX740 HS vs Samsung PL170

Here is a extended review of the Canon SX740 HS vs Samsung PL170, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was announced 7 years later than the PL170 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX740 HS grades versus the PL170 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Samsung PL170. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS has got 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) and the Samsung PL170 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX740 HS and the PL170.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and PL170 is 88 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and PL170.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to give extra detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.