Canon SX740 HS vs Sony A7S II

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX740 HS vs Sony A7S II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the SX740 HS (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The SX740 HS was revealed 2 years later than the A7S II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX740 HS matches up vs the A7S II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX740 HS features outside 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) whilst the Sony A7S II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX740 HS vs Sony A7S II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX740 HS versus the A7S II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and A7S II is 88 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and A7S II.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX740 HS having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon SX740 HS will offer you more detail because of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX740 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.