Canon
EOS R3
Pro 24MP full-frame stacked-sensor body built for sports, news, wildlife, and high-speed hybrid capture.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
Canon
PowerShot SX740 HS
Pocket travel superzoom with 20.3MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 40x 24–960mm OIS lens, 4K video, and 180° tilting selfie screen.
$399
Launch priceReleased Aug 2018
EOS R3 is 3 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R3
Wins
PowerShot SX740 HS
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 3,200)
- AEOS R3 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R3 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BPowerShot SX740 HS has lower Weight (299 g vs 1015 g)
- AEOS R3 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R3
150 × 143 × 87 mm
1015 g (2.24 lb / 35.80 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PowerShot SX740 HS
110 × 64 × 40 mm
299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz)
EOS R3 is 40mm wider, 79mm taller, and 47mm thicker than PowerShot SX740 HS.
EOS R3 is 716 g heavier than PowerShot SX740 HS.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm EOS R3 · 40mm PowerShot SX740 HS
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
PowerShot SX740 HS
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
30.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R3
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
PowerShot SX740 HS: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R3
AF low-light limit
-7.5 EV vs -6.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Codecs
Adds RAW, H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 142.6, 87.2
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PowerShot SX740 HS
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.1, 63.8, 39.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
299 g vs 1015 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R3
Pros
- ✓30fps electronic burst from a stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓Exceptional low-light AF down to -7.5 EV
- ✓Integrated pro body with large LP-E19 battery
- ✓6K RAW video and 4K 120p
- ✓Rugged weather-sealed construction
Cons
- –24MP resolution trails higher-detail rivals
- –Large integrated-grip body
- –Expensive compared with enthusiast full-frame bodies
PowerShot SX740 HS
Pros
- ✓40x 24–960mm optical zoom
- ✓4K UHD video
- ✓180° tilting LCD for selfies
- ✓Wi-Fi + Bluetooth
- ✓10fps burst with AF lock
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –No built-in EVF
- –Slow telephoto aperture
- –Discontinued (2025)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R3 or PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R3 scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot SX740 HS — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R3 and PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R3 is 24.1 MP and PowerShot SX740 HS is 20.3 MP, so the EOS R3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R3 and PowerShot SX740 HS have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R3 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PowerShot SX740 HS does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R3 or the PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R3 reaches 30 fps electronic. PowerShot SX740 HS reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R3 and PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R3 weighs 1015 g and PowerShot SX740 HS weighs 299 g, so the PowerShot SX740 HS is 716 g lighter.
Do the EOS R3 and PowerShot SX740 HS record 4K video?
EOS R3: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. PowerShot SX740 HS: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R3 and PowerShot SX740 HS weather sealed?
EOS R3: Yes. PowerShot SX740 HS: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 620 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R3 and 265 shots for the PowerShot SX740 HS, giving the EOS R3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R3 launched at $5,999 and PowerShot SX740 HS at $399. The PowerShot SX740 HS is $5,600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.