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 SX740 HS and Sony HX20V side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Sony HX20V has external dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX740 HS and the Sony HX20V. Sony HX20V is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Canon SX740 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX740 HS and Sony HX20V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX740 HS and Sony HX20V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX20V is significantly lighter (45g ) than the Canon SX740 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V 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 and Sony HX20V's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon SX740 HS features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Sony HX20V has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX740 HS.