focus-issue Troubleshooting

Autofocus not working on the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

Source: Canon support — printer error codes Confidence: 80% Verified Aug 9, 2026

The camera autofocus does not work, often due to a dirty lens or a focus motor issue.

How to fix Autofocus not working

Clean the lens

Clean the lens with a microfiber cloth.

Source: Canon support — printer error codes Confidence: 80% Verified Aug 9, 2026

Difficulty: ★ Est. 3 min

Check the focus mode

Ensure the camera is in autofocus mode and the lens is set to AF.

Source: Canon support — printer error codes Confidence: 80% Verified Aug 9, 2026

Difficulty: ★ Est. 3 min

Replacement parts for the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS

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