Canon SX740 HS vs Sony WX350

Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX740 HS versus Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX740 HS (21MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the WX350 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX740 HS scores against the WX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX740 HS comes with 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) and the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX740 HS versus the WX350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and WX350 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX740 HS and WX350.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX740 HS to provide extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.