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So far, I'm not impressed for what this camera should be doing and what the other reviewers say. I'm not a professional but I've had photography classes and know how to work and change the settings. The photos are just not crisp. The lighting is touchy and although I haven't done much outside yet, I'm sure the outdoor photos are better than indoor. I mainly want to take photos and videos of my toddler son. Took over 100 tonight indoors and took similar photos in the same lighting and setting with an older Canon Elph. The Elph's photos are much clearer and in focus. I changed all kinds of settings playing with the SX740 and not much help. The focus is very persnickety and I can't have this while trying to capture moments that don't last long. If the camera isn't going to be good indoors it's not going to work out for me. I also find that the flash that you have to pop up yourself prior to needing it is cumbersome. The audio for the video is good but again the video is not as crisp as I feel it should be. Disappointed.
September 2018 · Electronics · verified purchase