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Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera (Black)

BH #CAPSSX740HSB • MFR #2955C001
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera (Black)
Key Features
  • 20.3MP CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor
  • 24-960mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • 40x Optical Zoom with OIS
Few things will be too far away for the black PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera from Canon. Boasting a 20.3MP CMOS sensor and 40x optical zoom, this all-in-one point-and-shoot can capture things near and far. Helping the far end of its 24-960mm zoom range (35mm equivalent) is optical image stabilization which keeps your photos sharp and in focus. Zoom Framing Assistant makes it easier to track subjects at the long end of the focal length by quickly zooming out and then back in at the press of a button once you've located your subject. Canon's DIGIC 8 Image Processor helps the camera keep up with your shooting, allowing for 10-fps continuous shooting with AF lock on.
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Canon SX740 HS Overview

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Few things will be too far away for the black PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera from Canon. Boasting a 20.3MP CMOS sensor and 40x optical zoom, this all-in-one point-and-shoot can capture things near and far. Helping the far end of its 24-960mm zoom range (35mm equivalent) is optical image stabilization which keeps your photos sharp and in focus. Zoom Framing Assistant makes it easier to track subjects at the long end of the focal length by quickly zooming out and then back in at the press of a button once you've located your subject. Canon's DIGIC 8 Image Processor helps the camera keep up with your shooting, allowing for 10-fps continuous shooting with AF lock on.

The 20.3MP sensor is also capable of 4K video and 4K time-lapse recording. Framing for videos and photos can be done via the 3.0" LCD screen on the rear of the device, which can tilt 180° for selfies. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth allow the camera to connect to compatible mobile devices with the Canon Camera Connect app installed and enables quick editing and sharing of photos.

  • 20.3MP CMOS sensor provides a wide ISO range for low-light shooting.
  • 40x optical zoom and a further 40x digital zoom lets you shoot far away subjects 
  • Capture incredibly detailed and vibrant video and time lapses at 30fps in cinematic 4K quality.
  • Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth pairs the camera to your mobile device for quick editing and sharing.
  • Canon's DIGIC 8 Image Processor provides reliable autofocus performance and fast 10-fps continuous shooting.
  • 3.0" LCD screen tilts 180° for selfies.
  • Feature Assistant makes the learning curve easier by explaining many features of the SX740 HS.
UPC: 013803306309

Canon SX740 HSSpecs

Key Specs
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 21.1 Megapixel
Effective: 20.3 Megapixel (5184 x 3888)
Image Sensor
1/2.3"-Type CMOS
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
Focal Length
4.3 to 172mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 960mm)
Optical Zoom
40x
Maximum Aperture
f/3.3 to 6.9
Internal Recording Modes
MP4/H.264/MPEG-4
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 29.97 fps [120 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 29.97/59.94 fps [30 to 60 Mb/s]
1280 x 720 at 59.94 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Wireless
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Display Size
3.0"
Display Type
180° Tilting LCD
Built-In Flash/Light
Yes, Flash Only
Battery Type
1x NB-13L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.3 x 2.5 x 1.6" / 10.9 x 6.3 x 4.1 cm
Weight
9.7 oz / 275 g
Imaging
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 21.1 Megapixel
Effective: 20.3 Megapixel (5184 x 3888)
Image Sensor
1/2.3"-Type CMOS
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
Lens
Focal Length
4.3 to 172mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 960mm)
Optical Zoom
40x
Digital Zoom
4x Maximum (160x Combined Zoom)
2x Optimized (80x Combined Zoom)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.3 to 6.9
Focus Range
Auto
0.39" to Infinity / 1 cm to Infinity (Wide)
6.56' to Infinity / 2 m to Infinity (Telephoto)
Normal
1.97" to Infinity / 5 cm to Infinity (Wide)
6.6' to Infinity / 2 m to Infinity (Telephoto)
Macro
0.39" to 1.64' / 1 cm to 50 cm (Wide)
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
1/3200 to 15 Seconds
ISO Sensitivity Range
100 to 800 in Auto Mode (Extended: 100 to 3200)
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Spot
Exposure Modes
Auto, Manual, Program
Exposure Compensation
-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
White Balance
Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Fluorescent (Natural White), Shade, Tungsten
Continuous Shooting
Up to 10 fps
Interval Recording
No
Self-Timer
2/10-Second Delay
Special Options
Food
Still Image Capture
Aspect Ratio
1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image File Format
JPEG
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes
MP4/H.264/MPEG-4
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 29.97 fps [120 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 29.97/59.94 fps [30 to 60 Mb/s]
1280 x 720 at 59.94 fps
Recording Limit
Up to 30 Minutes
Broadcast Output
NTSC
Audio Recording
AAC LC Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O
No
Power I/O
1x Micro-USB Input
Other I/O
1x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
No
Monitor
Display Size
3.0"
Resolution
922,000 Dot
Display Type
180° Tilting LCD
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light
Yes, Flash Only
Flash Modes
Auto, Flash On, Off, Slow Sync
Effective Flash Range
1.6 to 16.4' / 0.5 to 5 m (Wide)
6.6 to 8.2' / 2 to 2.5 m (Telephoto)
External Flash Connection
No
Environmental
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Operating Humidity
10 to 90%
General
Battery Type
1x NB-13L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.3 x 2.5 x 1.6" / 10.9 x 6.3 x 4.1 cm
Weight
9.7 oz / 275 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.75 x 5.7 x 2.8"

Canon SX740 HS Reviews

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This sx740 says its imported,What does it ...

This sx740 says its imported,What does it mean?What are the differences,
Asked by: danilo
Imported items do not come with a 1yr manufacture warranty, we suggest using all-state coverage if end-user is located outside the U.S.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-02-27

Will this camera take decent wildlife photos?

Will this camera take decent wildlife photos?
Asked by: Quinn
The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera will take decent wildlife photos because of the 40x optical zoom. For even better-quality photos, I would recommend a 1-inch sensor bridge camera.
Answered by: Michelle F
Date published: 2024-03-31

Are there front threads on the lens to add a ...

Are there front threads on the lens to add a polarizer filter? If so what mm size?
Asked by: K
No, this camera does not take filters.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-10

is there an app to connect the camera with a ...

is there an app to connect the camera with a cellphone to get location data and save it with metadata?
Asked by: Daniel
No, the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera (Black) does not offer the option of Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) connection through the Canon Camera Connect app. You can only connect to this app to download images, control camera settings, and trigger the camera.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2024-05-15

question

So, umm, how sharp are the images taken at 960mm?
Asked by: Bill
I just wonder how it can double or quadruple the apparent focal length with digital zoom and maintain quality "throughout the range." None of my previous compacts, 4 Canon, 1 Leica, could do that. They lost effective resolution, or color depth, or both, almost imperceptibly at first, noticeably at or after 2x, and the 740's specs seem to sorta concede that by calling 2x optimal and 4x something else.
Answered by: John
Date published: 2024-08-29

Has anyone used during concerts?

Has anyone used during concerts?
Asked by: Ramiro
Yes with mixed results indoors outdoors good
Answered by: Michael
Date published: 2021-07-10

Hello, I'm a little bit confused here. This web ...

Hello, I'm a little bit confused here. This web page claims that this camera don't have interval recording but Canon's official web page claims that the camera has time-lapse movie function. Is there any difference between those functions? Thanks.
Asked by: Daniel
I've not found that feature on my SX740. It's a good compact camera and I use it as a travel backup to my 5D Mk IV.
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2021-10-18

question

Is the screen a touch screen?
Asked by: Anonymous
It is not a touch screen.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2023-06-26
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