Price facts
- Last seen at $689.00 at Walmart on Nov 9.
Our take on the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS 20.3MP Digital Camera, 40x Zoom
The PowerShot SX740 HS is a compact point-and-shoot built around a 40x optical zoom lens, a 24-960mm equivalent range that reaches far beyond what most pocket cameras offer. A 20.3MP sensor, DIGIC 8 processor and optical image stabilization keep handheld shots usable, and it records 4K video and 4K time-lapse. The 3.0-inch screen tilts for selfies, and Wi-Fi with Bluetooth pairs to the Canon Camera Connect app for quick sharing. It suits travelers and casual shooters who want reach without carrying a larger camera, though its small sensor limits low-light image quality compared with larger-sensor rivals.
- 40x optical zoom covers 24-960mm equivalent
- Optical image stabilization steadies long-range shots
- 4K video and 4K time-lapse recording
- 10-fps continuous shooting with AF lock
- Tilting 3.0-inch screen for selfies and odd angles
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth sharing via Canon Camera Connect
- Small sensor struggles in low light
- Autofocus can hunt at the long end of the zoom
- No electronic viewfinder
- Zoom range makes the body bulky for a compact
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS 20.3MP Digital Camera, 40x Zoom prices at every store
- WalmartNew
In stockSold by BLUETECH DEALSReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.
$689.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
What reviewers say
- 4.2 / 5140 ratings
Owners rate it around 4.2 out of 5, praising the huge zoom range and portability for travel. Complaints center on low-light image quality and autofocus at full zoom.
- Zoom rangePraisedOwners say the 40x zoom reaches subjects most compacts cannot.
- Low-light image qualityCriticisedReviewers report noisy, soft photos indoors and after dark.
- AutofocusMixedFocus is quick at wide angles but hunts at the long end of the zoom.
- PortabilityPraisedBuyers like that it fits in a bag or pocket for travel.
- Image stabilizationPraisedHandheld shots at full zoom come out sharper than expected.
- ViewfinderCriticisedSome owners miss an electronic viewfinder in bright sun.
About the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS 20.3MP Digital Camera, 40x Zoom
The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is a compact point-and-shoot digital camera with a 20.3MP sensor and a 40x zoom. Its 24-960 mm zoom range (35 mm equivalent) covers subjects both near and far. Optical image stabilization helps keep photos sharp and in focus at the long end of the range.
Zoom Framing Assistant helps track subjects at long focal lengths. At the press of a button, the camera zooms out so you can find your subject, then zooms back in. The DIGIC 8 Image Processor supports continuous shooting at 10 fps with AF lock on. The camera records 4K video and 4K time-lapse.
A 3.0" LCD screen on the back is used to frame photos and videos. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connect the camera to compatible mobile devices running the Canon Camera Connect app, for quick editing and sharing of photos. This is an international version.
- Resolution
- 20.3MP
- Optical zoom
- 40x
- Focal length
- 24-960 mm (35 mm equivalent)
- Stabilization
- Optical image stabilization
- Processor
- DIGIC 8 Image Processor
- Continuous shooting
- 10 fps with AF lock on
- Video
- 4K video and 4K time-lapse
- Screen
- 3.0" LCD
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Compatibility
- Canon Camera Connect app on compatible mobile devices
- Color
- Black
- Dimensions
- 4.0" x 2.5" x 4.0"
- Version
- International
Specifications
Questions and answers
- Is the SX740 HS good for travel?
- Yes. The 40x zoom covers wide landscapes and distant subjects in one small body, which is why travelers favor it. Low light is its weak spot, so plan around daylight.
- Does it shoot 4K video?
- Yes. It records 4K video and 4K time-lapse, and the tilting screen helps with framing.
- How does it compare with the SX730 HS?
- The SX740 HS adds the DIGIC 8 processor, 4K video and 10-fps burst shooting over the SX730 HS. The lens range and body style stay close.
- Can I transfer photos to my phone?
- Yes. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth work with the Canon Camera Connect app for transferring and sharing.
- Does it have image stabilization?
- Yes. Optical image stabilization helps steady handheld shots, especially at the long end of the zoom.
- Is there a viewfinder?
- No. Framing is done on the 3.0-inch rear LCD, which tilts for selfies.
- Where is the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS 20.3MP Digital Camera, 40x Zoom cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $689.00, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS 20.3MP Digital Camera, 40x Zoom?
- Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 140 ratings.
