Panasonic DC-ZS99S
Score: 84/100
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is a compact travel superzoom that packs a 40× optical lens, 4K video and a flip-up screen into a lightweight body, making it ideal for vacations and casual vlogging. It delivers solid zoom performance and stabilization but falls short on low-light image quality and lacks RAW support.
The Panasonic Lumix ZS99 is a compact travel-oriented point-and-shoot that packs a 30× zoom and 20.3 MP sensor into a pocket-sized body, adding 5-axis OIS, 4K video and a tilting touchscreen for vloggers and travelers. While its zoom is impressive, the small sensor hampers low-light performance and it lacks a viewfinder.
| Attribute | Panasonic DC-ZS99S | |
|---|---|---|
20.3 MPbest | 20.3 MPbest | |
0.43 inchesbest | 0.43 inchesbest | |
30 x | 40 xbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.3 fbest | 3.3 fbest |
6,400 ISObest | 6,400 ISObest | |
30 p | 2,160 pbest | |
— | 10 fpsbest | |
380 shotsbest | 265 shots |
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| Attribute | Panasonic DC-ZS99S | |
|---|---|---|
Image Quality(1) | ||
Optical Zoom (x) | 30 x | 40 x |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution (p) | 30 p | 2160 p |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 380 shots | 265 shots |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 322 g | 299 g |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Resolution (dots) | 1843200 dots | 922000 dots |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Port Type | USB-C | Micro USB |
Features(1) | ||
Autofocus System | Contrast-detection | Contrast-Detect AF |
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Professional reviewers commend the ZS99 for its impressive 30× zoom, pocketable chassis, USB-C charging and innovative 4K Photo/post-focus features, positioning it as a strong travel companion.
Everyday users rave about the camera's zoom reach, tilting touchscreen and straightforward operation, noting solid 4K video and dependable battery life, but complain about low-light noise and the absence of a viewfinder.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the SX740 HS as a capable travel superzoom with solid zoom and 4K video, yet note that its image quality doesn't outshine modern smartphones and the lack of RAW and touchscreen limit its appeal to enthusiasts.
Everyday users love the extreme zoom, one-hand operation and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, but complain about shutter lag, soft images at max zoom, poor low-light performance and short battery life under heavy use.
“30x zoom is amazing for wildlife and travel shots”
“Battery lasts through a full day of sightseeing”
“Noise becomes noticeable above ISO 1600”
