Canon SX740 HS vs Sony HX80

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX740 HS and Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX740 HS (21MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the HX80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX740 HS scores vs the HX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS offers external measurements 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 Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX740 HS vs the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and HX80 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and HX80.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.