Balancing a long-reaching zoom with apt imaging capabilities, the PowerShot SX720 HS Digital Camera from Canon is a sleek point-and-shoot capable of versatile stills shooting and Full HD 1080p movie recording. Utilizing a 20.3MP 1/2.3" High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor, smooth image quality is afforded along with enhanced low-light sensitivity and minimal noise when working with sensitivities up to ISO 3200. In addition to the sensor and processor, the SX720 HS also sports an expansive 40x optical zoom lens, which provides a 24-960mm equivalent focal length Range, covering wide-angle to telephoto perspectives, and is benefitted by an Intelligent IS image stabilization system to minimize the appearance of camera shake. In regard to handling, the compact form factor is accented by a large 3.0" 922k-dot LCD monitor as well as built-in Wi-Fi with NFC for wireless image sharing and remote camera control.
20.3MP CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 6 Image Processor
A 20.3MP 1/2.3" High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor pairs with the DIGIC 6 image processor to realize notable image quality and speed to permit stills shooting at up to 5.9 fps and Full HD 1080p video recording at 60 fps. Together, the sensor and processor also produce clean image quality and enhanced sensitivity to ISO 3200 with minimal noise for working in difficult lighting conditions. The processor also enhances focusing speeds and subject tracking capabilities, as well as avails 5-axis Dynamic IS to compensate for camera movement for smoother video quality.
40x Zoom Lens and Intelligent Image Stabilization
An expansive 40x optical zoom lens offers a wide-angle to super telephoto equivalent focal length Range of 24-960mm to suit working with a wide variety of subjects. This extensive reach is complemented by a versatile Intelligent IS image stabilization system that minimizes the appearance of camera shake for both stills and video shooting:
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Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC
Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC allows you to wirelessly share your photos and movies with a linked smartphone or tablet as well as remotely control the camera from the mobile device by using the Camera Connect app. A dedicated Wi-Fi button is also featured on the camera body to expedite the process of connecting with a smartphone or tablet and sharing imagery between devices.
Other Camera Features
Imaging
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 21.1 Megapixel Effective: 20.3 Megapixel |
Sensor | 1/2.3" CMOS |
File formats | Still Images: JPEG Movies: MP4, Audio: AAC LC |
Max Resolution | 5184 x 3888 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Optics
Lens | Effective Focal Length: 4.3 to 172mm (35 mm Equivalent: 24 to 960mm) Aperture: f/3.3 (W) to f/6.9 (T) |
Zoom | Optical: 40x Digital: 4x |
Focus Range | Wide: 1.97" to Infinity / 5 cm to Infinity Telephoto: 6.56' to Infinity / 2 m to Infinity Auto: 0.39" to Infinity / 1 cm to Infinity Macro: 0.39" to 1.64' / 1 cm to 50 cm |
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 80 to 3200 |
Shutter | 1 to 1/3200 Second 15 to 1/3200 Second in Manual Mode |
Exposure Metering | Center-Weighted, Evaluative, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Modes: AE Lock, Aperture Priority, Manual, Program Shift, Safety Shift, Shutter Priority |
Shooting Modes | Auto Creative Shot Face Self-Timer Fireworks Fish-Eye Effect Handheld Night Scene Hybrid Auto Live View Control Low Light Miniature Effect Monochrome Movie Portrait Poster Effect Smile Soft Focus Sports Standard Super Vivid Toy Camera Effect Wink Self-Timer |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 5.9 fps at 20.3 MP Up to 4.6 fps at 20.3 MP |
Self-Timer | 2, 10 Sec |
Flash
Flash Modes | Auto, Flash On, Off, Slow Sync |
Built-In Flash | Yes |
Effective Flash Range | Wide:1.6 to 13.1' / 0.5 to 4 m Telephoto:Up to6.6' / 2 m |
Memory
Memory Card Type | SD SDHC SDXC |
Recording
Video Recording | Yes, NTSC |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080p: 59.94 fps, 29.97 fps 1280 x 720p: 29.97 fps 640 x 480p: 29.97 fps |
Video
Video Clip Length | Up to 29 Minutes 59 Seconds |
Audio Recording | Built-In Mic: with Video (Stereo) |
Viewfinder/Display
Screen | 3.0" LCD Rear Screen (922,000 Pixels) |
Screen Coverage | 100% |
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity | HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 Micro-B, USB 2.0 |
Wi-Fi | Yes Built In |
Power
Battery | 1 x NB-13L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 3.6 VDC, 1250 mAh |
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.3 x 2.5 x 1.4" / 109.7 x 63.8 x 35.7 mm |
Weight | 9.52 oz / 270 g CIPA standard |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 1.25 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.2 x 5.7 x 2.5" |