Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50
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Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 299g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Revealed July 2018
- Replaced the Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Launched January 2009
Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX740 HS was launched 9 years later than the H50 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX740 HS matches up against the H50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Sony H50
SX740 HS | H50 | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | January 2009 | Fresher by 117 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Canon SX740 HS
H50 | SX740 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX740 HS and Sony H50
SX740 HS | H50 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX740 HS has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX740 HS and the H50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and H50 is 88 and 69 respectively.
Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and H50.
All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX740 HS vs Sony H50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2018-07-31 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 pounds) | 547g (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 265 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $400 | $80 |