Canon SX740 HS vs Sony W370

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX740 HS versus Sony W370, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and W370 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was released 8 years later than the W370 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX740 HS matches up against the W370 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX740 HS has outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony W370 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX740 HS versus Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX740 HS against the W370.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and W370 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX740 HS and W370.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern SX740 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.