Testseek.com have collected 31 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and the average rating is 76%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS.
July 2019
(76%)
31 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Huge, stabilized zoom lens, EOS-style user interface, Images show nice colors, 4K video reasonably detailed, Fast autofocus system, Good face detection AF
No EVF, Screen not touch-sensitive, Image quality compromised at longer focal lengths, Effects of noise reduction and over-sharpening are visible, No raw shooting, Limited image quality control
The SX740 HS makes some positive steps forward from the SX730 HS, and is capable of producing nice images and good-looking videos. It's a sound option for those who just want the camera to do all the work, although the absence of a viewfinder, touchscreen...
Has a premium look and feel, Good battery life, lasting up to 265 shots, Simple and easy to use
Video appeared very blurry when viewed back, Photos in low light were washed out, Expensive for a compact camera
An expensive but good compact camera. It's definitely not a case of style over substance with the Canon Powershot SX740 HS. This little camera has a premium look and feel but still takes great photos that are clear, sharp and have plenty of detail. It doe...
40x optical zoom, Good image quality in good light, Easy to use, Well priced
No touchscreen, Raw shooting not supported, Smaller sensor means iffy low-light performance
If you're looking for an easy-to-use, pocket-sized travel compact and your main consideration is the zoom ratio, then the Canon SX740 is a great choice. It's also not too damaging on the old bank balance, coming in at around £350. By contrast, the other...
Abstract: Canon has put the latest version of its imaging processor, the Digic 8, inside last year's model of its zoomiest compact and -- voila! -- you've got the new PowerShot SX740 HS, with 4K movie recording and faster continuous shooting with autofocus.You'll b...
40x optical image zoom makes it possible to capture sharp photos from far away, Canon Camera Connect app so you can easily transfer photos via wi fi, Small and compact body design great for travel
Image quality is compromised at longer focal length, Some darker images have visible noise reduction and over-sharpening
The Canon PowerShot SX740 Digital Camera can achieve wonderful image quality, that is, if the lighting is right. Video recording has similar issues, and any in-camera corrections like noise reduction or over-sharpening are visible in the final image. That...
Flip-up screen, In-camera stabilization, 4K video capabilities, DIGIC 8 processor
No RAW format, No microphone input, Fixed zoom lens, 60 fps max video frame rate
A great compact travel camera with 4K video capabilities and powerful zoom.The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is a great compact camera for vlogging and travel. The 4K feature and zoom capabilities make it perfect for someone on the go who wants to easily and i...
40x optical zoom, 4K video, Flip-forward screen, Easy to use
Image quality not brilliant, Can be sluggish to take a photo, No touchscreen or EVF, Can't shoot in Raw
If you're after a travel camera that's got all the zoom you could ever want, but won't eat into your baggage allowance, the PowerShot SX740 HS is worth considering. Extras like 4K video broaden its appeal, as does its flip-up screen - just don't go compar...
Image-stabilized 40x zoom, Pocket size, Auto and Manual exposure controls, 180-degree tilting LCD, 4K video
No viewfinder, No touch screen, Limited ISO/low-light performance, No Raw
Although we'd love to see an optical viewfinder, touch screen and Raw options, the SX740 HS will meet most people's needs for a compact superzoom camera. Importantly, the lens's broad focal range opens up a whole new world to those who have been limited b...
Huge zoom range, Pocket-sized camera, Easy to use,
No viewfinder, Screen not touch-sensitive, Poor results at the longest point of the lens
An optical zoom lens is one of the key distinguishing features between a compact camera and a smartphone. The PowerShot SX740 HS builds on that with its 40x zoom. However, the results at the longest end of the lens are disappointing.It's also hard to fram...
