The black PowerShot SX730 HS from Canon combines a wide-reaching zoom with apt multimedia recording capabilities. Employing a 20.3MP 1/2.3" High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor, smooth image quality is afforded along with enhanced low-light sensitivity and minimal noise when working with sensitivities up to ISO 3200. Benefitting the imaging capabilities is a 40x zoom lens, which covers a 24-960mm equivalent focal length range, to suit photographing in a wide variety of situations. Intelligent IS complements this reach by minimizing the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Together, the sensor and processor also produce clean image quality and enhanced sensitivity to ISO 3200 with minimal noise for working in difficult lighting conditions. The processor also enhances focusing speeds and subject-tracking capabilities, as well as avails 5-axis Dynamic IS to compensate for camera movement for smoother video quality. This extensive reach is complemented by a versatile Intelligent IS image stabilization system that minimizes the appearance of camera shake for both stills and video shooting. Mobile devices can also connect to the camera using Bluetooth for remotely adjusting settings and gaining a live view image from your smartphone or tablet. Bluetooth connectivity also allows you to use your smartphone's location data to geotag your photos, and the date can also be stamped on your imagery for easy reference. Zoom Framing Assist automatically zooms in or out to keep a subject within the frame and in focus when using longer focal lengths. Self Portrait Mode encompasses a range of tools for capturing the perfect selfie, including skin tone smoothing, background blurring, brightness adjustment, and a customizable self-timer. This mode can be accessed through the menu or can be automatically activated when the screen is tilted a full 180°.
Canon SX730 HS Specs
Pixels | Actual: 21.1 Megapixel Effective: 20.3 Megapixel |
Maximum Resolution | 5184 x 3888 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
Image File Format | JPEG |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Focal Length | 4.3 to 172mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 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) |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 80 to 3200 |
Shutter Speed | 1/3200 to 15 Seconds |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 5.9 fps at 20.3 MP |
Interval Recording | No |
Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
Special Options | Fireworks, Fish-Eye Effect, Handheld Night, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, Portrait, Sports, Toy Camera Effect |
Recording Modes | MP4/H.264/MPEG-4 Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [35 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 29.97p [24 Mb/s] HD (1280 x 720) at 29.97p [8 Mb/s] SD (640 x 480) at 29.97p [3 Mb/s] |
Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds |
Video Encoding | NTSC |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) |
Audio File Format | AAC LC |
Size | 3" |
Resolution | 922,000 Dot |
Display Type | 180° Tilting LCD |
Built-In Flash | Yes |
Flash Modes | Auto, Flash On, Off, Slow Sync |
Effective Flash Range | 1.6 to 13.1' / 0.5 to 4 m (Wide) Up to 6.6' / 2 m (Telephoto) |
External Flash Connection | None |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Connectivity | HDMI D (Micro), USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) |
Wireless | Wi-Fi Bluetooth |
GPS | No |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 10 to 90% |
Battery | 1 x NB-13L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 3.6 VDC, 1250 mAh |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.3 x 2.5 x 1.6" / 110.1 x 63.8 x 39.9 mm |
Weight | 10.58 oz / 300 g |