Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Canon SX740 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 190 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.94″) and weighs 138 g (0.30 lb / 4.87 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX740 HS has external dimensions of 110 x 64 x 40 mm (4.33 x 2.52 x 1.57″) and weighs 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 190 IS and the Canon SX740 HS. Canon ELPH 190 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 15mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 16mm thinner than Canon SX740 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Canon SX740 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 190 IS and Canon SX740 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 190 IS is significantly lighter (161g ) than the Canon SX740 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS nor Canon PowerShot SX740 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX740 HS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon ELPH 190 IS's 2.7 screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Canon SX740 HS LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Canon ELPH 190 IS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX740 HS.