Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
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 R5 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5
Wins
PowerShot SX740 HS
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 800)
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- AEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 60 frames)
- BPowerShot SX740 HS has lower Weight (275 g vs 738 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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PowerShot SX740 HS
109 × 63 × 41 mm
275 g (0.61 lb / 9.70 oz)
EOS R5 is 30mm wider, 35mm taller, and 47mm thicker than PowerShot SX740 HS.
EOS R5 is 463 g heavier than PowerShot SX740 HS.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 41mm PowerShot SX740 HS
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot SX740 HS
109 × 63 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot SX740 HS
109 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
✓ 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 R5
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 800 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW, H.265
Reasons to choose
PowerShot SX740 HS
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109, 63, 41
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Codecs
Adds MP4, MPEG-4
Weight
275 g vs 738 g — lower is better
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — 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 R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast 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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS R5 or PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R5 scores 9.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for PowerShot SX740 HS — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and PowerShot SX740 HS is 20.3 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and PowerShot SX740 HS have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while PowerShot SX740 HS does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. PowerShot SX740 HS reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and PowerShot SX740 HS?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and PowerShot SX740 HS weighs 275 g, so the PowerShot SX740 HS is 463 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and PowerShot SX740 HS record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. PowerShot SX740 HS: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the EOS R5 and PowerShot SX740 HS weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. PowerShot SX740 HS: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 265 shots for the PowerShot SX740 HS, giving the EOS R5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and PowerShot SX740 HS at $399. The PowerShot SX740 HS is $3,500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed August 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.