Selfie lovers will enjoy the Canon PowerShot SX730 HS' Self-Portain and Smooth Skin mode. To get that perfect shot, you can preview the framing via the 3-inch, 922k-dot tilting TFT LCD that can also be used to adjust the camera settings. However, this camera does more than just selfies. Housed in a compact frame which makes it easy to bring anywhere, the SX730 HS is fused with a 20.3 Megapixel BSI CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 6 Image Processor that develops quality photographs with minimal noise. You can also optimize the amount of light that reflects in every image through the f/3.3-6.9 maximum aperture and the 80-1600 ISO range. Meanwhile, the camera's lens has a 24-960mm focal length equivalent that can be expanded with its 40x optical zoom. In terms of mobile subjects, you can capture every move using the 1/3200 sec maximum shutter speed and burst shooting of up to 5.9 fps. Beyond pictures, the Powershot SX730 HS also does 1080 60p HD video recording. Have enough space for your snapshots by maximizing the SD Card storage. When you have seen the images, you can easily share it online or save it in mobile devices thanks to its Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth technology.
Product Features in Detail
40x Optical Zoom with Framing Assist
Whether the action is happening right in front of you or just out of reach, the 40x Optical Zoom of the PowerShot SX730 HS has you covered. The camera's advanced stabilization technology helps ensure that images and videos can be captured in outstanding quality with Intelligent IS that chooses the stabilization method that matches the shooting conditions. With Zoom Framing Assist, you can let the camera automatically zoom in or out while following the movement of your subject, helping it to remain in focus and give you the optimum composition.
20.3 Megapixel CMOS Sensor
The PowerShot SX730 HS employs a 20.3 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, which delivers powerful imaging performance and is optimized for use in select compact cameras. Utilizing a sophisticated light-capturing design, it provides high sensitivity for high ISO capture with reduced noise. It's also incredibly fast, capable of rapidly capturing and moving image data to the processor, as well as enabling fast continuous shooting and fast autofocus.
DIGIC 6 Image Processor
The DIGIC 6 Image Processor helps boost image quality in both stills and videos for high resolution with minimal noise when shooting in dark conditions, and Dynamic IS that helps create video virtually free of distortion. The processor also enables high-speed, high-quality continuous still image shooting at up to 5.9 frames per second. Video recording is impressive with Full HD at 60p as well as MP4 recording. The DIGIC 6 Image Processor also powers MF Peaking, which displays edges of subjects in color to make manual focusing easier and helps provide a precise focusing tool at your disposal.
Tilt-type LCD
Get a unique perspective on the world with the new tilt-type, high-resolution screen of the PowerShot SX730 HS. Boasting approx. 922,000 dots, the screen can be tilted upwards 180° to face all the way to the front and ensure you're in the center of the perfect selfie. Alternatively, you can push the screen down 90° to get a lower angle view of the world.
Full HD Video
The PowerShot SX730 HS is designed to make beautiful, creative video capture easy and fun. Image quality is luminous and lifelike in 1080p Full HD, with selectable frame rates of 60p, 30p and 24p to match various situations. MP4 format, ideal for sharing and playing on mobile devices, is also available. Dynamic IS offers 5-axis image stabilization that can correct camera shake that can occur when you shoot while running or walking backward.
Self Portrait Mode
Self Portrait mode can help you to snap your ideal selfie with you looking incredible. This mode can be easily accessed via the menu, or automatically activated when you tilt the screen to face forwards. When shooting you can make adjustments ranging from smooth skin tones and background blur to brightness and more. Use the customizable self-timer to give you enough time to smile, fix your expression or invite a friend in for the shot. Smooth Skin mode can help perfect your portraits in both Self Portrait mode and other shooting modes so you can look stunning.
Story Highlights
View your still images and video as a fun short story with the Story Highlights feature. Simply press the Story Highlights button and the camera will automatically classify your images according to date, event or people, then compile a short video of approximately three minutes with background music and color effects applied. You can also customize your Story Highlights reel by choosing your own image selection options or picking background music from three pre-loaded songs. The Story Highlights album can be saved to the camera's memory card for quick replay and also shared using built-in Wi-Fi® technology.
Geotag and Date Stamp
The PowerShot SX730 HS is equipped with Bluetooth®*** technology which means you can use your compatible* smartphone's GPS to geotag† your photos. Embed your images with location data from your smart device so you won't forget where you took a precious photograph. The date is sorted too, with the ability to add a date stamp to all images – there's no need to look up the date even if you print the photo, as it will be included on the image itself.
*** Compatible with select smartphone and tablet devices (Android™ version 5.0 or later and the following iOS® devices: iPhone 4s or later, iPad 3rd gen. or later, iPod Touch 5th gen. or later) equipped with Bluetooth® version 4.0 or later and the Camera Connect App Ver. 2.0.30. This application is not guaranteed to operate on all listed devices, even if minimum requirements are met.
* Compatible with iOS® versions 8.4/9.3/10.2, Android™ smartphone and tablet versions 4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0/5.1/6.0/7.0/7.1. Data charges may apply with the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This app helps enable you to upload images to social media services. Please note that image files may contain personally identifiable information that may implicate privacy laws. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use of such images. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this app.
† Geotag option is made possible by using a compatible smartphone's GPS data. The camera and smartphone must be within a certain distance to pair together. Switch from Bluetooth® to Wi-Fi® when viewing the images on your smartphone to access shooting location information.
Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth Connectivity
Thanks to built-in Wi-Fi® technology and the Canon Camera Connect app, with the PowerShot SX730 HS you can transfer photos and videos to and from compatible devices, upload directly to various web services and more. Built-in NFC technology** means the camera can connect directly to compatible devices by simply touching the NFC icon on the camera to the device.
Bluetooth® pairing lets you easily connect to and remotely control the PowerShot SX730 HS from compatible smartphones using the free Canon Camera Connect app. You can also establish a direct Wi-Fi®* connection to use your compatible phone as a viewfinder, and check and download previously captured photos and videos.
Image Sync Function
In addition to wirelessly transferring photos and videos through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to your computer, you can now view and download them from your compatible smartphone. Take them where you like, when you like, and use your familiar smartphone operations to view and share them.
Remote Shooting
Remote shooting using your compatible smart device is easy with built-in Wi-Fi® and the free Canon Camera Connect app* or with built-in Bluetooth® connectivity. Your device will show a live image of the camera's capture – ideal for a commemorative group photo, wildlife shots and all kinds of situations. Control the zoom, flash, self-timer and shutter and save images to your camera as usual.