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 SX70 HS and Canon SX740 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX70 HS has external dimensions of 127 x 91 x 117 mm (5 x 3.58 x 4.61″) and weighs 608 g (1.34 lb / 21.45 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 SX70 HS and the Canon SX740 HS. Canon SX740 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 27mm shorter and 77mm thinner than Canon SX70 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX70 HS and Canon SX740 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX70 HS 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 SX740 HS is significantly lighter (309g ) than the Canon SX70 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX70 HS and Canon SX740 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Canon SX740 HS features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Canon SX70 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.