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Canon SX740 HS

Quick information
Brand Canon 2018
Model SX740
Released Year 2018
Type Point & Shoot Digital Cameras
Series PowerShot SX
Color
  • Black
  • Silver
Compatible Mountings
  • Canon EF
  • Canon RF
Autofocus Yes
Photo Sensor Resolution
  • 24 MP
  • 20.3 MP
Video Resolution
  • 2160p
  • FHD 1080p
Optical Zoom
  • 40 x
  • 4E+1 x
File Format
  • RAW
  • JPEG
  • MP4
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is a compact point & shoot digital camera featuring a 20.3 megapixel CMOS sensor combined with the DIGIC 8 image processor, enabling high-resolution image capture with enhanced speed and image quality. It offers a powerful 40x optical zoom lens with a focal length range equivalent to 24-960mm, supporting versatile shooting scenarios from wide-angle to super-telephoto. The camera supports 4K UHD video recording at 30fps, providing high-definition video capture capabilities. Equipped with a 3-inch tilting LCD screen, it facilitates easy framing and shooting from various angles. Connectivity options include built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, enabling seamless image transfer and remote control via compatible devices. The design emphasizes portability while maintaining advanced photographic functions suitable for both casual users and enthusiasts.

Specifications

Age Range Description
  • All Ages
  • Adult
Built-In Media
  • Battery
  • SD Card
  • Tripod
  • Flexible Spider Tripod
  • 32GB Memory
  • Camera Case
Are Batteries Included
  • No
  • Yes
External-Memory Size
  • 16 GB
  • 32 GB
  • 64 GB
Remote Included No
Series Number 740
Manufacturer
  • Moodern
  • Canon Intl
  • Canon
Connectivity Technology
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • USB
  • Micro HDMI
  • HDMI D (Micro)
  • USB Micro-B (USB 2.0)
Wireless Technology
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-FiBluetooth
Video Output
  • HDMI
  • HDMI or DisplayPort
Total Video Out Ports 1
Shooting Modes
  • Movie
  • Automatic
  • Aperture Priority
  • Landscape
  • Macro
  • Portrait
  • Program
  • Shutter Priority
  • Sports
  • Night Portrait
  • Panorama
Digital-Still
  • Yes
  • No
Movie Mode
  • Yes
  • No
Image Capture Type
  • Stills & Video
  • Video
  • Stills
Night vision No
Auto Focus Technology
  • Contrast Detection
  • Multi area
  • sensor
  • Hybrid
  • Phase Detection
Focus Features
  • autofocus
  • Autofocus
  • Auto Focus
  • Hybrid
Autofocus Points
  • 1
  • 99
Focus Type Auto Focus
Focus Mode
  • Automatic AF (AF-A)
  • Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
  • Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
Autofocus Yes
Aspect Ratio
  • 16:9
  • 3:2
  • 1.58:1
File Format
  • RAW
  • JPEG
  • MP4
Effective Still Resolution
  • 20.3 MP
  • 20 MP
JPEG Quality Level
  • Normal
  • Fine
Supported Image Format
  • JPEG
  • RAW
  • CR2
Total Still Resolution
  • 2E+1 MP
  • 20.3 MP
  • 20 MP
Maximum Focal Length
  • 960 Millimeters
  • 172 Millimeters
Optical Zoom
  • 40 x
  • 4E+1 x
Lens Type
  • Zoom
  • Prime
Zoom
  • Optical Zoom
  • Digital Zoom
Camera Lens
  • 4x Optical Zoom
  • Telephoto Lens
  • 40x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilizer, offering excellent low light performance.
  • 40x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilizer and zoom framing assist
  • Zoom lens with a focal length of 960mm
  • The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS features a 40x optical zoom lens with a focal length range of 24-960mm, offering versatile shooting capabilities in a compact body. The lens is composed of multiple elements, providing sharp and clear images.
  • 40x Optical Zoom Lens with Image Stabilization
Number of Diaphragm Blades 7
Lens Construction
  • Multi-element
  • Simple
Metering Methods
  • Evaluative
  • Center-Weighted Average
  • Spot
Exposure Control
  • Program
  • Aperture Priority
  • Shutter Priority
  • Manual
  • Auto
  • Automatic
White Balance Settings
  • Auto
  • Custom
Crop Mode 4:3
Screen Size
  • 3 Inches
  • 7 Inches
Display Type
  • LCD
  • 180° Tilting LCD
Display Fixture Type
  • tilting
  • built-in
  • Tilting
Display Resolution Maximum
  • 20.3 MP
  • 92
  • 000
  • 3840 x 2160
  • 20 MP
Has Color Screen Yes
Flash Memory Type
  • SD
  • Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
  • SDHC
Write Speed
  • 10 fps
  • Several MB/s
  • 10-100 MB/s
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type
  • SD bus interface
  • Serial
Compatible Mountings
  • Canon EF
  • Canon RF
Sensor Type CMOS
Image stabilization
  • Digital
  • Optical
  • Hybrid
  • Dual
Expanded ISO Minimum 100
Photo Sensor Size 1/2.3-inch
Form Factor Compact
Video Resolution
  • 2160p
  • FHD 1080p
Viewfinder
  • Electronic
  • Optical
Flash Modes
  • Automatic
  • Red Eye Reduction
  • Auto
  • Flash On
  • Off
  • Slow Sync
  • On
  • Rear Curtain
Camera Flash
  • no flash
  • Built-In
  • not specified
Compatible Devices
  • iOS devices (iPhone
  • iPad
  • iPod)
  • Wi-Fi enabled devices (computers
  • smartphones
  • tablets) that support JPEG files
  • Canon RF cameras
  • iPhone XS (Max) XR / X / 8 / 8 Plus / 7 / 7 Plus, iPhone 6s / 6s Plus, iPhone 6 / 6 Plus iPhone 5 / 5S / 5C/ SE, iPad Air / mini / Pro, iPod touch(5th Generation)
  • Smartphones, Tablets, Computers, External Storage Devices (SD Card Readers), Other Devices with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Support
Continuous Shooting
  • 10 fps
  • 1E+1 fps
Video Capture Format
  • MP4
  • 4k
Expanded ISO Maximum
  • 3200
  • 51200
Battery Cell Type Lithium Ion
Battery Type
  • Lithium Ion
  • Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
Water Resistance Level Not Water Resistant
Frame Rate
  • 30 FPS
  • 24
  • 30
  • 60
  • 24/25/30 FPS
  • 25
Battery Capacity 1600 Milliamp Hours
Mount Type
  • Canon EF
  • Canon RF
  • Tripod
Microphone Technology Mono
Shutter Type Rolling Shutter
Crop Factor 5.6
Long Exposure Shutter Mode Time
Has Image Stabilization
  • No
  • Yes
Lens Mount Canon EF
Audio Recording
  • No
  • Yes
Processor Count 1
UPC
  • 649661969228
  • 657768348457 748926515757
  • 753575698010
  • 703670927683
  • 703670788567
Warranty Description 90 days limited warranty
Digital Scene Transition zoom
Special Feature
  • Image Stabilization
  • Shockproof
  • Temperature Extremes
  • Waterproof
  • X-Ray Proof
  • Time Lapse
  • Wireless
Color
  • Black
  • Silver
Skill Level
  • Professional
  • Amateur
Specific Uses For Product
  • Videography
  • Photography
  • General Photography
  • Home Entertainment
  • Business Meetings
Warranty Type 90 days limited warranty
Item Height
  • 2.5 inches
  • 1.6 inches
Self Timer
  • 10 seconds
  • 1E+1 Seconds
Dots Per Screen
  • 4,405,795 dots per square inch
  • 19.9 megapixels
Touch Screen Type Capacitive
Memory Slots Available 1
Memory Storage Capacity
  • 64 GB
  • 32 GB
  • 16 GB
  • 1 TB
Flash Memory Speed Class
  • U3
  • Class 10 or higher
Flash Memory Video Speed Class UHS Speed Class 3 (U3)
Minimum Focal Length 24 Millimeters
Focal Length Description
  • 4.3 to 172mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24 to 960mm)
  • 960 millimeters
  • 40x Optical Zoom Lens
  • 172 millimeters
Digital Zoom 4 x
Total USB 2.0 Ports 1
Maximum Aperture 3.5 Millimeters
Photo Sensor Resolution
  • 24 MP
  • 20.3 MP
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/3200 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed
  • 15 seconds
  • 0.00025 seconds
  • 0.1 seconds
Item Weight
  • 1.14 Pounds
  • 1.1 Pounds
  • 9.7 Ounces
Aperture modes
  • Multiple
  • Manual
  • F2.8-F5.6
Flash Sync Speed
  • 1/200 or 1/250
  • 1/200
Battery Weight 45.36 Grams
Audio Output Type
  • Bluetooth
  • internal
Supported Audio Format
  • AAC LC
  • AAC
  • MP4
Item Dimensions D x W x H
  • 1.6"D x 4.3"W x 2.5"H
  • 1.6"D x 4.3"W x 2.5"H
Total USB 3.0 Ports 1
Total USB Ports 1
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class U1, U3, or V30
Flash Memory Installed Size 32 GB
Audio Input Built-in microphone
Delay between shots 0.1 seconds
Processor Description
  • Canon DIGIC 8
  • CMOS
Enclosure Material Plastic
Shutter Speed Description Variable (Shutter Priority mode available)

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