Canon SX740 HS vs Sony HX30V

Below, we are looking at the Canon SX740 HS versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX740 HS (21MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was manufactured 6 years after the HX30V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX740 HS grades against the HX30V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX740 HS comes with physical 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) while the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX740 HS versus Sony HX30V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX740 HS vs the HX30V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and HX30V is 88 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and HX30V.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX740 HS to produce greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.