The PowerShot SX410 IS features a 24–960 mm (35 mm film equivalent) 40x optical zoom lens that, through ZoomPlus technology, digitally extends the zoom range to approximately 80x. The camera's lens, which includes one UD lens element and three aspherical lenses, makes possible a telephoto zoom range that surpasses its predecessor, the PowerShot SX400 IS.

The SX410 IS incorporates a high-resolution CCD sensor offering approximately 20 million effective pixels that, working in conjunction with Canon's DIGIC 4+ image processor, delivers highly detailed and expressive imaging performance.

With body dimensions of approximately 104.4 mm (w) x 69.1 mm (h) x 85.1 mm (d) and weighing approximately 325 g, the SX410 IS, the compact, lightweight realizes ease of handling that is further enhanced by its curved grip, which facilitates firm holding performance. It also offers Intelligent IS lens-shift optical image stabilization, which analyzes camera movement and applies optimal shake correction based on shooting conditions.