Canon SX740 HS vs Sony WX300

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX740 HS and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX740 HS (21MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was manufactured 5 years after the WX300 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX740 HS matches up against the WX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS provides 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) while the Sony WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX740 HS against the WX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and WX300 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and WX300.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to offer you greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.