Canon PowerShot SX740 HS vs Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and the Nikon Coolpix S1100pj, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS was introduced in July 2018 and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj was introduced in August 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Highlights

      • 20.3 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 922k dot Tilting Screen
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj Highlights

      • 14.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj.

      PROS

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Light - 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 265 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX740 HS over Nikon Coolpix S1100pj.

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS vs Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
      Higher Sensor Resolution 20.3 Megapixel vs 14.1 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 3,200 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 5184 x 3888 vs 4320 x 3240
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 24 mm vs 28 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 960 mm vs 140 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 40x vs 5x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.3 vs f/3.9
      Min Normal Focus Distance 5 cm vs 30 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance 1 cm vs 3 cm
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Higher Resolution Screen 922k dot vs 460k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 15 sec vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/3200 sec vs 1/1500 sec
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 vs 1280 x 720
      HDMI Output Micro vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Built-In Bluetooth vs

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      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S1100pj over Canon PowerShot SX740 HS.

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS vs Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 80
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/6.9 vs f/5.8
      Touch Screen vs
      Lighter 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz) vs 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO3,2001,600
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz)180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/3200 sec1/1500 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        No Built-in Microphone
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj have 3.0" screens with 922k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively. Canon PowerShot SX740 HS has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Nikon Coolpix S1100pj has a Fixed screen Nikon Coolpix S1100pj also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

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      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS with Tilting screen

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS features a 20.3 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200. Nikon Coolpix S1100pj features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

      Photography Features

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is equipped with DIGIC 8 processor and can take pictures up to 5184 x 3888 resolution. Nikon Coolpix S1100pj is equipped with Expeed C2 processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3968 x 2232, 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      Bluetooth on Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
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      NFC on Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS comes with NB-13L battery pack with battery life of 265 shots and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj comes with EN-EL12 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) card slot. Nikon Coolpix S1100pj has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX740 HS, and up to 1/1500 sec on Nikon Coolpix S1100pj. Canon PowerShot SX740 HS can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m on Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and 3.50 m on Nikon Coolpix S1100pj..

      Physical Parameters

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS body has dimensions of 110 x 64 x 40 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.57") and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj body has dimensions of 101 x 68 x 24 mm (3.98 x 2.68 x 0.94"). Canon PowerShot SX740 HS weighs 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj weighs 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz).

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      110 mm

      64 mm

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      101 mm

      68 mm

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      64 mm

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      68 mm

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      40 mm

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      24 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      GOOD
      75
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 265 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      GOOD
      74
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 265 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      GOOD
      75
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 265 shots
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj and give them scores of 68 and 50 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      OVERALL
      68
      OVERALL
      50

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      GOOD
      78
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      POOR
      51
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      GOOD
      71
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      GOOD
      80
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      27
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

      Nikon Coolpix S1100pj

      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 265 shots
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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