Nikon D5100 vs Canon SX740 HS Specifications

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APS-C 368.2mm²
16.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 6400

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1/2.3 inch 28.1mm²
20.3 megapixels
24.00mm - 960.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Detailed specifications
Nikon D5100
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

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Prices:	Compare Prices	Compare Prices
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:	Nikon D5000 D5000 vs D5100	Canon SX730 HS SX730 HS vs SX740 HS
Successor:	Nikon D5200 D5100 vs D5200
General
Model Number:	D5100	SX740 HS
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	SLR	Compact
Currently Manufactured:	No	Yes
Retail Price:	$899.95	$399.99
Street Price:	$649.99	$447.40
Date Available:	2011-04-17	2018-08-20
Tripod Mount:	Yes	Yes
Weight:	29.2 oz (829 g) includes batteries, kit lens	10.5 oz (299 g) includes batteries
Size:	5.0 x 3.8 x 3.1 in. (128 x 97 x 79 mm)	4.3 x 2.5 x 1.6 in. (110 x 64 x 40 mm)
Waterproof:	No	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Sony
Effective Megapixels:	16.2	20.3
Sensor Format:	APS-C	1/2.3 inch
Sensor size:	368.16mm² (23.60mm x 15.60mm)	28.0735mm² (6.17mm x 4.55mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	4.79 microns	1.19 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.5x	n/a
Aspect Ratio:	3:2	4:3
Color Filter Type:	RGBG	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Fixed	None
Self-Cleaning:	Yes	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No	No
DxO Sensor Score:	80
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	23.5
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	13.6
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	1,183
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4928 x 3264 (16.1 MP, Other), 3696 x 2448 (9.0 MP, Other), 2464 x 1632 (4.0 MP, Other)	5184 x 3888 (20.2 MP, 4:3), 5184 x 3456 (17.9 MP, 3:2), 5184 x 2912 (15.1 MP, 16:9), 3888 x 3888 (15.1 MP, 1:1), 3648 x 2736 (10.0 MP, 4:3), 3648 x 2432 (8.9 MP, 3:2), 3648 x 2048 (7.5 MP, 16:9), 2736 x 2736 (7.5 MP, 1:1), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1368 (2.8 MP, 3:2), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1536 x 1536 (2.4 MP, 1:1), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3), 640 x 424 (0.3 MP, Other), 640 x 360 (0.2 MP, 16:9), 480 x 480 (0.2 MP, 1:1)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.3), NEF (RAW) 14-bits, RAW+JPEG	JPEG (EXIF 2.3)
Continuous-mode frames/second:	3.9	10.0
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (30/25/24) 1280x720 (30/25/24) 640x424 (30/25)	3840x2160 (30p/25p) 1920x1080 (60p/50p/30p/25p) 1280x720 (60p/50p)
Movie File Format:	MOV H.264/MPEG-4	MP4 (Image data: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio data: MPEG-4 AAC-LC (Stereo))
Composite Video Out:	Yes	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	Yes	n/a
HD Video Out:	Yes	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Nikon F	n/a
Lens:	NIKKOR AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G DX VR	Canon Zoom Lens
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	27 - 83mm	24 - 960mm
Focal Length (actual):	18 - 55mm	4.3 - 172mm
Zoom Ratio:	3.00x	40.00x
Aperture Range:	f/3.5 -22 (W), f/5.6 -36 (T)	f/3.3 (W) / f/6.9 (T) - f/8.0
Integrated ND Filter:	No	No
Normal Focus Range:	28 cm to Infinity 11.0 in to Infinity	5 cm to Infinity 2.0 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:		1 - 50 cm 0.4 - 19.7 in
Filter Thread:	52.0mm	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	Yes	Yes
Digital Zoom:	No	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	n/a	Up to 4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	11 point TTL phase detection with 3D focus tracking by Nikon Multi-CAM 1000; Single-point, Dynamic and Auto Area modes. One cross-type sensor.	Contrast Detection; Face Detect AiAF, Single AF point (center or face select and track)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD	No / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	SLR type; eye-level pentamirror, ~95% coverage, ~0.78x magnification (50mm f/1.4 lens and infinity, -1.0m^1), 17.9mm eyepoint (-1.0m^1), -1.7 to +0.7 diopter
Focus Peaking:	No	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.52x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.78x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes	No
Rear Display:	Yes	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots	921,600 dots (307,200 px)
Touchscreen:	No	No
Articulating Screen:	Yes	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:	Yes	No
Selfie Screen:	Yes	Yes
Max Playback Zoom:	31.0x	10.0x
Top Deck Display:	No	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	6400	3200
Minimum ISO (native):	100	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 100-6400, Hi-1=12800, Hi-2=25600	Auto (100-1600), ISO 100-3200
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Incandescent, Fluorescent (7), Direct Sunlight, Flash, Cloudy, Shade, Manual	Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Custom, WB Correction
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 30 sec	1/3200 - 15 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	3D Color Matrix Metering II (420-pixel RGB), Center-weighted (75% given to 8mm circle in the center), Spot (3.5mm circle (2.5%) centered on selected focus point)	Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame), Centre-weighted average, Spot (center)
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Scene (Party/indoor, Beach/snow, Sunset, Dusk/dawn, Pet portrait, Candlelight, Blossom, Autumn colors, Food, Night portrait, Night landscape), Special Effects (Stills or D-movies: Silhouette, Selective Color, Night Vision, High Key, Low Key, Miniature Effect, Color Sketch).	Creative Shot, Portrait, Smile, Wink Self-timer, Face Self-timer, Self-Portrait, Smooth Skin, Handheld Night Scene, Food, Sports, Low Light, Fish-eye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Fireworks, Long Shutter, Time-lapse Movie
Self Timer:	2, 5, 10, 20 seconds	2, 10, Custom seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, fill-flash, red-eye reduction, slow sync, slow sync with red-eye reduction, rear-curtain with slow sync, rear-curtain sync, off; 18-300mm coveraqge	Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	12.0 m / 39.4 ft.	n/a
Flash Range Description:	Lens dependent	Auto ISO: 1.6 - 16.4 ft. (W), 6.6 - 8.2 ft. (T) / (50cm - 5.0m (W), 2.0m - 2.5m (T))
Max Flash Sync:	1/200	1/2000s
Flash Exposure Compensation:	-3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps	+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot shoe	n/a
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:		No
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:	UHS-I	UHS-I
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes	No
Uncompressed Format:	NEF (RAW) 14-bits, RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	MOV H.264/MPEG-4	MP4 (Image data: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio data: MPEG-4 AAC-LC (Stereo))
Included Memory:	No memory included	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No	Yes
NFC:	No	No
Bluetooth:	No	Yes
Built-In GPS:	No	No
Microphone Jack:	Yes	No
Headphone Jack:	No	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed	USB 2.0 High Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional ML-L3 IR Remote or MC-DC2 Remote Cord	Via Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Connections (extended):	HDMI Out (with CEC), Accessory Terminal for Wired Remote (MC-DC2) or GPS (GP-1), 3.5mm Stereo Mic Jack; DC-input via dummy battery AC adapter.	Micro-B USB, Micro (Type-D) HDMI

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.73
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.77
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	Unlimited
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):	0.77
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	3.9	10.0
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	100
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	4.0
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):	13
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	3.9
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):	9
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.27 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):	1.28 seconds
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):	0.488 seconds
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.248 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.29 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.114 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	Optical Viewfinder: Wide-area AF: 0.408s Live View: Full AF lag: 1.28s Prefocused: 0.49s
Startup Time:	0.5 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.4 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	4.0 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):		265 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):	660 shots
Battery Life, Video:		60 minutes
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary EN-EL14	Proprietary NB-13L
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary EN-EL14 Lithium-ion rechargeable	1 x Proprietary NB-13L Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No	Yes
Software
Included Software:	ViewNX 2 CD-ROM
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	3" Vari-angle 921K-dot LCD, Full HD Videos (up to 1920x1080@30fps), In-camera Special Effects, Night Vision mode, HDR, Active D-Lighting, 3.5mm External Stereo Mic socket.	Available in black or silver.