Canon PowerShot SX740 HS 1/2.3" Compact camera 20.3 MP CMOS 5184 x 3888 pixels Black

The pocket-sized, compact travel zoom flagship featuring huge 40x optical zoom and amazing 4K movie resolution.

Discover the PowerShot SX740 HS

Mountaineer Alan Rowan shares his story and why the PowerShot SX740 HS is the perfect travel companion for him.

Tell your story in 4K with a powerful 40x travel superzoom

With 40x optical zoom, superfast DIGIC processing and spectacular 4K resolution in a pocket-sized body, the powerful PowerShot SX740 HS is the ultimate ‘all-in-one’ solution to capture treasured moments in 20.3 Megapixel detail.

40x zoom in your pocket

Measuring just 39.9 mm deep, the PowerShot SX740 HS boasts a powerful 40x optical zoom and a 20.3 Megapixel CMOS sensor, plus DIGIC 8 for capturing high definition photos with ease.

Picture-perfect compositions

Canon’s unique DIGIC 8 processor actively manages camera settings such as Zoom Framing Assist and Hybrid Auto so you can point and shoot with incredible results.

Capture memories in stunning 4K

Spectacular 4K movie resolution and 5-axis stabilisation capture treasured moments in incredible detail, even if you’re shooting on the move.

Fast shooting speeds

Never miss a moment with incredibly responsive shutter release and 10 fps continuous shooting, plus snap the perfect selfie with Self Portrait mode and a flip up LCD screen.

Canon PowerShot SX740 HS. Camera type: Compact camera, Megapixel: 20.3 MP, Image sensor size: 1/2.3", Sensor type: CMOS, Maximum image resolution: 5184 x 3888 pixels. ISO sensitivity (max): 3200. Optical zoom: 40x, Digital zoom: 80x, Focal length range: 4.3 - 172 mm. Wi-Fi. HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Maximum video resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels. Display diagonal: 7.62 cm (3"). PictBridge. Product colour: Black

Picture quality
Camera type	Compact camera
Megapixel	20.3 MP
Image sensor size	1/2.3"
Sensor type	CMOS
Maximum image resolution	5184 x 3888 pixels
Still image resolution(s)	4:3 - (L) 5184 x 3888, (M) 3648 x 2736, (S) 2432 x 1824 16:9 - (L) 5184 x 2912, (M) 3648 x 2048, (S) 2432 x 1368 3:2 - (L) 5184 x 3456, (M) 3648 x 2432, (S) 2432 x 1616 1:1 - (L) 3888 x 3888, (M) 2736 x 2736, (S) 1824 x 1824
Image stabilizer	Y
Supported aspect ratios	1:1,3:2,4:3,16:9
Total megapixels	21.1 MP
Lens system
Optical zoom	40x
Digital zoom	80x
Focal length range	4.3 - 172 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)	24 mm
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)	960 mm
Lens structure (elements/groups)	13/11
Combined zoom	160x
Focusing
Focus	TTL
Focus adjustment	Auto/Manual
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Continuous Auto Focus, One Shot Focus, Servo Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) points	9
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam	Y
Exposure
ISO sensitivity (min)	100
ISO sensitivity (max)	3200
ISO sensitivity	100,3200
Light exposure correction	± 3EV (1/3EV step)
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
Auto Exposure (AE) lock	Y
Shutter
Fastest camera shutter speed	1/3200 s
Slowest camera shutter speed	15 s
Flash
Flash modes	Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Slow synchronization
Flash exposure correction	±2EV (1/3 EV step)
Video
Video recording	Y
Maximum video resolution	3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type	4K Ultra HD
Video resolutions	1280 x 720,1920 x 1080,3840 x 2160
Video formats supported	AVC,H.264,MP4,MPEG4
Audio
Built-in microphone	Y
Memory
Compatible memory cards	SD,SDHC,SDXC
Display
Display	LCD
Display diagonal	7.62 cm (3")
Display resolution (numeric)	922000 pixels
Field of view	100%
Ports & interfaces
PictBridge	Y
USB connector	Micro-USB B
HDMI	Y
HDMI connector type	Micro
Network
Wi-Fi	Y
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Camera
White balance	Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Self-timer delay	2,10 s
Built-in processor	Y
Image processor	DIGIC 8
Design
Product colour	Black
Battery
Battery technology	Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery life (CIPA standard)	265 shots
Battery type	NB-13L
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Width	63.8 mm
Depth	39.9 mm
Height	110.1 mm
Weight (including battery)	299 g
Other features
Power source type	Battery