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
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 6.3 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot SX740 HS
Wins
Alpha 1 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
- APowerShot SX740 HS has lower Weight (299 g vs 743 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot SX740 HS
110 × 64 × 40 mm
299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
PowerShot SX740 HS is 26mm narrower, 33mm shorter, and 43mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
PowerShot SX740 HS is 444 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm PowerShot SX740 HS · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot SX740 HS
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
30.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PowerShot SX740 HS: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
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
PowerShot SX740 HS
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
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 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 20.3 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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)
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot SX740 HS
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot SX740 HS or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot SX740 HS — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot SX740 HS and Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot SX740 HS is 20.3 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PowerShot SX740 HS and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
PowerShot SX740 HS does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot SX740 HS or the Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot SX740 HS reaches 10 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot SX740 HS and Alpha 1 II?
PowerShot SX740 HS weighs 299 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the PowerShot SX740 HS is 444 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot SX740 HS and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
PowerShot SX740 HS: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the PowerShot SX740 HS and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
PowerShot SX740 HS: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 265 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot SX740 HS and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot SX740 HS launched at $399 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The PowerShot SX740 HS is $6,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.