Canon
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
2016 ultracompact pocket camera with 20.2MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12x 25–300mm OIS zoom, Full HD video, and Wi-Fi/NFC.
$210
Launch priceReleased Jan 2016
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
PowerShot SX740 HS is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
Wins
PowerShot SX740 HS
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPowerShot SX740 HS has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS has higher ISO max (native) (3,200 vs 800)
- BPowerShot SX740 HS has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 2.5 fps)
- BPowerShot SX740 HS has higher 1080p max frame rate (59.94 fps vs 30 fps)
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS has lower Weight (147 g vs 275 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
100 × 58 × 23 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 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)
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 9mm narrower, 5mm shorter, and 18mm thinner than PowerShot SX740 HS.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 128 g lighter than PowerShot SX740 HS.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS · 41mm PowerShot SX740 HS
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
100 × 58 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.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
100 × 23 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
PowerShot SX740 HS
109 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
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
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 100, 58, 23
ISO max (native)
3,200 vs 800 — higher is better
Weight
147 g vs 275 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Max video bit rate
150 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PowerShot SX740 HS
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4, MPEG-4
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109, 63, 41
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 2.5 fps — higher is better
Touchscreen
Only PowerShot SX740 HS supports it
1080p max frame rate
59.94 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
265 shots vs 180 shots — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
10 fps vs 7.2 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 60 frames
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
Pros
- ✓True pocket ultracompact (147g)
- ✓12x 25–300mm optical zoom
- ✓Hybrid Auto + Creative Shot modes
- ✓Wi-Fi + NFC
- ✓SD card slot (not microSD)
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Full HD only (no 4K)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Discontinued (superseded by HS A)
- –Legacy Mini-USB port
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)
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or PowerShot SX740 HS?
PowerShot SX740 HS scores 5.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for PowerShot ELPH 360 HS — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and PowerShot SX740 HS?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 20.2 MP and PowerShot SX740 HS is 20.3 MP, so the PowerShot SX740 HS captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and PowerShot SX740 HS?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS does not have IBIS, while PowerShot SX740 HS does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or the PowerShot SX740 HS?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS reaches 7.2 fps electronic. PowerShot SX740 HS reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and PowerShot SX740 HS?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS weighs 147 g and PowerShot SX740 HS weighs 275 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 128 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and PowerShot SX740 HS record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: Full HD. PowerShot SX740 HS: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and PowerShot SX740 HS weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: No. PowerShot SX740 HS: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and 265 shots for the PowerShot SX740 HS, giving the PowerShot SX740 HS the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS launched at $210 and PowerShot SX740 HS at $399. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is $189 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.