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Скроменый эксперт
08.02.2009
10/10
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I love this camera! There's a lot I have to learn about it like some of the settings, but it's a beautiful camera. So many options on it, and it takes such clear detailed pictures! I got this so that I could take close-ups of my jewelry I design. This was one of the top cameras to get for Macro shots, probably THE top camera to get. I like it so much, I bought 2 of these cameras - one that's lightly used for use and the new one as a back-up. 2 of these cameras together in cost is cheaper than when I bought my first digital camera that was a Nikon Coolpix 4300 about 5 years ago! This Canon is worth every penny.
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06.07.2009
10/10
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Takes great photos. I bought this to replace an older digital Canon I had. I would highly recommend it.
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02.05.2009
10/10
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Good optical quality and a small size and price make this one of the best deals in digital cameras. The image stabilization is amazing. I have taken hand held telephoto shots in low light an have been amazed at the results. Dancing on the Edge of an Endangered Planet
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30.01.2009
6/10
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We've had the Canon A70 for about 5 years and it served us very well in a lot of different environments but finally died. That's why I decided to stay with the Canon A series. Sad to say we have been dissapointed. The time for the flash to cycle is terrible, even when I tried the expensive Lithium batteries (no different than rechargeable). The zoom is great and pictures in daylight are great as are close-up flash pictures of still objects. It should have had an auto action mode like the A70. If you're taking pictures of thing moving, make sure you force the shutter speed.
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12.12.2008
8/10
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Canon has been making what I consider to be the best line of digital cameras since Digital Day One. This camera does everything I want it to do, and provides an excellent result. Canon's cameras always seem to have the best and easiest to use menu functions. My only disappointment is that, although this isn't supposed to be water resistant, it is extremely sensitive to moisture on the LCD panel. I keep the camera in a waterproof case while paddling, but just the little bit of moisture I transfer to the camera from my hands results in the failure of the LCD to work until I can dry it out later. I'd buy the $200 housing, but it might not fit my next camera which, according to my experience, I'll be needing in another year or two.
Скроменый эксперт
14.07.2008
6/10
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I wasn't going to write a review of this camera until I had more time to use it; however, I quickly discovered a significant weakness which I think people should be aware of before they buy one. Apparently the camera has little or no buffer memory. In addition to the long recovery time after a flash which has been mentioned by others, there is a big delay between shots. And it is not minor. Evidently the processor has to write directly to the card. I spent yesterday afternoon putting the camera through its paces and I was quite taken aback by this problem. I was repeatedly frustrated as I tried to take a series of shots quickly. The zoom is also frozen each time until the write is completed. Anyone used to a modern DSLR is in for a big surprise. My experience was duplicated by a friend with his 720. A fast card is very desirable, but it won't solve the problem (I used one). Otherwise, I have been pleased with the camera, and it seems to meet my basic requirement for a camera I can throw in my jacket pocket and take with me everyday. It will just require a more deliberate approach. I will soon be going to Europe and after I get back and recover from jet lag, I will write more.
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11.10.2008
10/10
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The Canon A720 IS has to stand as one of the best all-round cameras of the decade. Sadly (and stupidly) Canon has discontinued this model which has sold in the hundreds of thousands world wide for the past 18 months, and replaced it with an inferior product -- in the form of the A2000 IS. What were Canon thinking!
Pricing point, features, full manual control, high quality 6x zoom lens, true image stabilisation and eye-level viewfinder, all wrapped up in a sleek, easy-to-hold package. Add in wide-angle and tele-converter lenses, and it's the perfect advanced-amateur camera. Image quality is spot on -- perfect colour rendition, good dynamic range, noise-free high ISOs, sharp and fast auto focus, and accurate auto white balance round out its technical capabilities.
The A720 IS is a camera that needs to be grabbed ASAP before it disappears forever!
Pricing point, features, full manual control, high quality 6x zoom lens, true image stabilisation and eye-level viewfinder, all wrapped up in a sleek, easy-to-hold package. Add in wide-angle and tele-converter lenses, and it's the perfect advanced-amateur camera. Image quality is spot on -- perfect colour rendition, good dynamic range, noise-free high ISOs, sharp and fast auto focus, and accurate auto white balance round out its technical capabilities.
The A720 IS is a camera that needs to be grabbed ASAP before it disappears forever!
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17.12.2007
8/10
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I'm a very experienced photographer who does a lot of tabletop product shots and portraits my studio for my graphic design work, PLUS a lot of artsy personal photo projects. I've used many different cameras, especially in the prosumer range. I got an A710IS several months ago as my small, light, take-everywhere-everyday, pocket-or-pack camera. It's an excellent camera for my needs, easier to hold steady than a Canon SD-series (I've used my daughter's SD-630), and the Image Stabilization is wonderful in low light (I can handhold 1/10 sec shutter speed), and 6x zoom is convenient.
Recently I was shopping for a not-too-expensive digicam for college-going son, and decided I'd "upgrade" to a A720IS, and give him my A710IS. For awhile I had both cameras here. There is a reason the msrp on the 720 is less $$ and it weighs 1/2 oz less -- the 720 is made in China and feels more plastic and less solid. The 710 is made in Japan, has a more sturdy body, better fit and finish. In fact, my 720 grip panel wiggled a little and squeaked until I added a tiny tad of Gorilla Glue in a strategic spot.
Performance is very good, essentially the same for both cameras. Easy to use, takes fantastic photos, in-camera menus easy to use (I like Canon software logic). Flash recycle time may be a tad faster on the 720, but still pretty slow. Goes for 400-700 shots on a pair of AA batteries. (Use Lithiums or, better yet, rechargeable NiMH Hybrids. They rock!) I highly recommend this camera, either the more-solid 710 or the less-expensive 720. Size and performance are essentially the same. 7.1mp vs 8mp...no big deal. Digix II vs III...no big deal (II might even be better, and there are hacks available to allow you to shoot RAW and add other features) Get a 2GB or 4GB SD card, a small case for the camera, and take it everywhere with you so you'll never miss another "kod*k" moment.
Recently I was shopping for a not-too-expensive digicam for college-going son, and decided I'd "upgrade" to a A720IS, and give him my A710IS. For awhile I had both cameras here. There is a reason the msrp on the 720 is less $$ and it weighs 1/2 oz less -- the 720 is made in China and feels more plastic and less solid. The 710 is made in Japan, has a more sturdy body, better fit and finish. In fact, my 720 grip panel wiggled a little and squeaked until I added a tiny tad of Gorilla Glue in a strategic spot.
Performance is very good, essentially the same for both cameras. Easy to use, takes fantastic photos, in-camera menus easy to use (I like Canon software logic). Flash recycle time may be a tad faster on the 720, but still pretty slow. Goes for 400-700 shots on a pair of AA batteries. (Use Lithiums or, better yet, rechargeable NiMH Hybrids. They rock!) I highly recommend this camera, either the more-solid 710 or the less-expensive 720. Size and performance are essentially the same. 7.1mp vs 8mp...no big deal. Digix II vs III...no big deal (II might even be better, and there are hacks available to allow you to shoot RAW and add other features) Get a 2GB or 4GB SD card, a small case for the camera, and take it everywhere with you so you'll never miss another "kod*k" moment.
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04.04.2009
10/10
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This card came in original packaging and was a great price. Sadly, I bought it to use in my Palm PDA only to later discover my model won't accept over 1GB cards. No matter, I will be able to use it with something else. I would have paid 4 times more at Best Buy.
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30.03.2008
8/10
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I HAD READ MANY REVIEWS AND EXPLORED EVERY CAMERA OUT THERE BEFORE I PURCHASES THIS ONE. I SHOOT JUST REGULAR FAMILY PICTURES, I JUST WANTED GOOD QUALILY PICTURES NOTHING TO FANCY OR HARD TO GET USE TO. WELL LET ME TELL YOU, THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST CAMERAS I HAVE EVER OWNED, I HAVE PREVIOUSLY WENT WITH KODAX, BUT THOUGHT IT WAS TIME FOR A CHANGE AND WHAT A GREAT CHANGE IT WAS. IT IS VERY EASY TO USE AND THE SETTINGS ARE GREAT FOR A NEW PERSON TRYING TO MOVE UP IN CAMERA USE. A FEW OF THE FEATURES I AM STILL LEARNING ABOUT, BUT I JUST CAN NOT SAY ENOUGH ABOUT IT.
THE ONLY DRAW BACK I HAVE SEEN IS SHOOTING INDOORS, THE TIME ITS TAKES BETWEEN PICTURES WITH FLASH, I WOULD LIKE TO SHOOT FASTER THEN IT ALLOWS, BUT WITH MORE TO LEARN ABOUT THE USE OF MY NEW CAMERA I'M SURE THERE IS A CURE FOR IT.
I HAVE SHOT OVER 2 THOUSAND PICTURES AND NOT DISAPPOINTED IN A ONE, ACCEPT FOR A FEW HUMAN ERAS.
I AM VERY GLAD I TOOK WEEKS TO PICK MY CAMERA THIS CAMERA WAS WORTH THE WAITE.
BATTERY LIFE IS GOOD, I PURCHASES GOOD BATERIES AND THEY EVEN CAME WITH A CHARGER THAT IS CAN ALSO USE IN MY VEHICLE, SO I AM NEVER WITH OUT CHARGED BATTERIES.
THE CANNON IS A LITTLE HEAVIER THAN THE PREVOUS CAMERAS I HAVE OWNED, BUT I LIKE THAT IT MAKES ME A LITTLE MORE STEADY WITH MY SHOTS.
PICTURES OUTDOOR ARE SUPER GREAT, AND THE ZOOM IS GOOD WITH GOOD PICTURE QUALILTY AS WELL.
AS FOR NOW, CANNON CAMERAS WILL BE MY ONLY PURHCASES IN THE FUTURE.
THE ONLY DRAW BACK I HAVE SEEN IS SHOOTING INDOORS, THE TIME ITS TAKES BETWEEN PICTURES WITH FLASH, I WOULD LIKE TO SHOOT FASTER THEN IT ALLOWS, BUT WITH MORE TO LEARN ABOUT THE USE OF MY NEW CAMERA I'M SURE THERE IS A CURE FOR IT.
I HAVE SHOT OVER 2 THOUSAND PICTURES AND NOT DISAPPOINTED IN A ONE, ACCEPT FOR A FEW HUMAN ERAS.
I AM VERY GLAD I TOOK WEEKS TO PICK MY CAMERA THIS CAMERA WAS WORTH THE WAITE.
BATTERY LIFE IS GOOD, I PURCHASES GOOD BATERIES AND THEY EVEN CAME WITH A CHARGER THAT IS CAN ALSO USE IN MY VEHICLE, SO I AM NEVER WITH OUT CHARGED BATTERIES.
THE CANNON IS A LITTLE HEAVIER THAN THE PREVOUS CAMERAS I HAVE OWNED, BUT I LIKE THAT IT MAKES ME A LITTLE MORE STEADY WITH MY SHOTS.
PICTURES OUTDOOR ARE SUPER GREAT, AND THE ZOOM IS GOOD WITH GOOD PICTURE QUALILTY AS WELL.
AS FOR NOW, CANNON CAMERAS WILL BE MY ONLY PURHCASES IN THE FUTURE.
Скроменый эксперт
13.01.2008
10/10
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After doing a lot of research for a new digital camera, I found the A720.
It had everything I was looking for and more:
-A viewfinder (for those bright days and when trying to conserve the batteries by turning off the LCD, easily I might add)
-6x Optical zoom, with the option of turning off digital zoom
-Image stabilization
-Capability of using an SDHC card for faster picture taking and high storage capacity
-The ability to change the volumes of all the sounds of the camera. I can still have the sound on to hear video playback, but can turn down and off the sounds for start-up, button pressing, shutter click, etc.
-Fully retractable lens, without a need for a lens cap
-Quick startup time
-Capability of adding another lens to it if I so choose, though it seems most add-on lenses will block the flash
-Very small size, smaller than I thought it would be after seeing all the pictures. Easily fits in a pocket, and the quick startup time allows me to get the picture I want without having to keep the camera in my hands at all times
-Remembers my LCD settings after shutdown
-Very decent video quality
-Large LCD screen
I have noticed that some of my indoor pictures seem a little bright, I haven't fully read through the manual to see if that can be changed. Overall though it isn't really noticeable, and I got rave reviews from those I shared my holiday pictures with. Many people asked what camera I had, and even had someone go out and buy the same one after playing with mine.
A quality camera with a ton of features for a relatively low price. I would recommend this camera to anyone looking for a great pocket sized camera!
It had everything I was looking for and more:
-A viewfinder (for those bright days and when trying to conserve the batteries by turning off the LCD, easily I might add)
-6x Optical zoom, with the option of turning off digital zoom
-Image stabilization
-Capability of using an SDHC card for faster picture taking and high storage capacity
-The ability to change the volumes of all the sounds of the camera. I can still have the sound on to hear video playback, but can turn down and off the sounds for start-up, button pressing, shutter click, etc.
-Fully retractable lens, without a need for a lens cap
-Quick startup time
-Capability of adding another lens to it if I so choose, though it seems most add-on lenses will block the flash
-Very small size, smaller than I thought it would be after seeing all the pictures. Easily fits in a pocket, and the quick startup time allows me to get the picture I want without having to keep the camera in my hands at all times
-Remembers my LCD settings after shutdown
-Very decent video quality
-Large LCD screen
I have noticed that some of my indoor pictures seem a little bright, I haven't fully read through the manual to see if that can be changed. Overall though it isn't really noticeable, and I got rave reviews from those I shared my holiday pictures with. Many people asked what camera I had, and even had someone go out and buy the same one after playing with mine.
A quality camera with a ton of features for a relatively low price. I would recommend this camera to anyone looking for a great pocket sized camera!
Скроменый эксперт
21.01.2008
8/10
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I've taken somewhere near 1000 pictures now with this camera, and all-in-all I'm very impressed. This is a very good camera for its price. It takes large (3Mb) pictures that are fairly sharp and generally very nice. As an amateur (with just a little knowledge) I'm quite happy with my purchase.
Pros:
-Image stabilization works very well
-Lots of auto and manual modes
-Face tracking feature works great
-640X480@30FPS movies
-Optical zoom is sufficient for most situations
-Optical viewfinder is very nice to have when you can't see the LCD in direct sunlight
-When you are reviewing your shots, you can "zoom out" and look at 9 thumbnails at a time, then page through your photos and find a certain shot very quickly.
Cons:
-User programmable button is very limited (there are only about 6 things you can choose the button to do, and only one or possibly two of them are useful to me)
-Depending on how artistic you are trying to be with your composition, the face tracking can be a pain (i.e. trying to focus on an object in the background, the camera keeps picking something in the foreground for focus). You can disable it, but it involves about 5 steps.
My only real gripe is that I wish I could put the focus mode on the programmable button so that I could switch between face-detect and center focusing(both points above).
You get what you pay for with this camera. There are a lot more options (full manual shutter, aperture, white balance, iso, and focus controls) than with some of the cheaper models, but this camera definitely shoots at lower quality than a digital SLR.
Pros:
-Image stabilization works very well
-Lots of auto and manual modes
-Face tracking feature works great
-640X480@30FPS movies
-Optical zoom is sufficient for most situations
-Optical viewfinder is very nice to have when you can't see the LCD in direct sunlight
-When you are reviewing your shots, you can "zoom out" and look at 9 thumbnails at a time, then page through your photos and find a certain shot very quickly.
Cons:
-User programmable button is very limited (there are only about 6 things you can choose the button to do, and only one or possibly two of them are useful to me)
-Depending on how artistic you are trying to be with your composition, the face tracking can be a pain (i.e. trying to focus on an object in the background, the camera keeps picking something in the foreground for focus). You can disable it, but it involves about 5 steps.
My only real gripe is that I wish I could put the focus mode on the programmable button so that I could switch between face-detect and center focusing(both points above).
You get what you pay for with this camera. There are a lot more options (full manual shutter, aperture, white balance, iso, and focus controls) than with some of the cheaper models, but this camera definitely shoots at lower quality than a digital SLR.
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28.09.2007
10/10
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I bought this camera for my wife to use because our old s110 was getting outdated.
I went to Lawrence Photo in Springfield, MO to talk to them about the Nikon D40 and Canon Xti.....
I wasn't ready to buy a DSLR yet but had some questions to get prepared.
I was looking and drooling over there selections and was telling Jerry that I was looking for something that my wife could take pictures and video of her son when he was playing the drums.... She was wanting something that would take more than the 15 seconds the s110 did.
Anyway he recommended Canon's new a720.....WOW
I am very impressed with this camera......I am not sure she will get to use it much at least until the new has warn off...
I love this little Big Camaera.....it has so many features of the larger camera's.
It has apeture priority, shutter priority, manual, program and of course auto....
I have had fun just playing with the settings and taking pictures in different modes....this camera is amazing....shutter speeds from 15seconds to 1/2000....
This camera is ready to shoot as soon as you turn it on.....just push the button and by the time you get your finger on the shutter button it is ready to take pictures.
So far I cannot say enough good about this Camera.
I have had it 2 days and it is better than expected.
I am looking forward to many pictures and video's
I hope you find this helpful.
update (9/27/2013) the battery door on this camera failed after many openings and closings the little plastic latches broke I tried taping it to get by but it just wouldn't work.......but the camera was also starting to falter in other areas......would stall when trying to take pictures or more of a pause..flash would work part of the time.. but for it's age and for the amount of use it had gotten it I think had faired pretty good...it is now been replaced by a cheap nikon coolpix s6300 and I canon 60d nikon is doing pretty good so far and the 60d is awesome....
I went to Lawrence Photo in Springfield, MO to talk to them about the Nikon D40 and Canon Xti.....
I wasn't ready to buy a DSLR yet but had some questions to get prepared.
I was looking and drooling over there selections and was telling Jerry that I was looking for something that my wife could take pictures and video of her son when he was playing the drums.... She was wanting something that would take more than the 15 seconds the s110 did.
Anyway he recommended Canon's new a720.....WOW
I am very impressed with this camera......I am not sure she will get to use it much at least until the new has warn off...
I love this little Big Camaera.....it has so many features of the larger camera's.
It has apeture priority, shutter priority, manual, program and of course auto....
I have had fun just playing with the settings and taking pictures in different modes....this camera is amazing....shutter speeds from 15seconds to 1/2000....
This camera is ready to shoot as soon as you turn it on.....just push the button and by the time you get your finger on the shutter button it is ready to take pictures.
So far I cannot say enough good about this Camera.
I have had it 2 days and it is better than expected.
I am looking forward to many pictures and video's
I hope you find this helpful.
update (9/27/2013) the battery door on this camera failed after many openings and closings the little plastic latches broke I tried taping it to get by but it just wouldn't work.......but the camera was also starting to falter in other areas......would stall when trying to take pictures or more of a pause..flash would work part of the time.. but for it's age and for the amount of use it had gotten it I think had faired pretty good...it is now been replaced by a cheap nikon coolpix s6300 and I canon 60d nikon is doing pretty good so far and the 60d is awesome....
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18.08.2008
10/10
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I have now had this camera for over 4 months. I use it primarily for nature photography. It is outstanding for so many reasons. My fellow photographers are so jealous that I can get within 1 cm for macro photography. I like that it has AA batteries; easily rechargeable. It's my first digital so I like that I can adjust the aperture and shutterspeed. I LOVE that I can underexpose and see it through the LCD. I often underexpose by a third of a stop for more contrast. For motion photography, I can see throught the view finder and accurately get the subject (Thunderbird planes!). The flash is quite weak but you can buy one as an accessory. You can also buy an accessory lens and even waterproofing to do underwater photography! I also like that with the digital and optimal zoom I can zoom in 24X Wow! That has helped a lot too! I feel I don't need to go to the DSLR because I get outstanding pictures with this. Well worth the price!
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30.11.2008
10/10
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This camera has performed well in all situations I have subjected it to so far. I still have to learn some of the features. The zoom is great and the pictures are excellent with good color control. The flash is effective without shadow outlines, but there is some problem with red eye the way I use it. The LCD display is bright and works well even in relatively bright light. As a consequence, I have been using the display to compose pictures much more than with my previous camera. I also like being able to use AA batteries for power. It is a great camera.
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25.08.2008
10/10
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This is my first digital camera, so I had no idea which of the hundreds to buy. Consumer Reports listed this model as its "Best Buy" and that's why I purchased it. I am very happy with the quality of pictures, which are much sharper than I was getting with my 35mm film camera and I find it very easy to use, even for a digital beginner. The instruction book was a pleasant surprise as it was actually written by a native English speaker and was very step by step and easy to follow.
My computer would not accept the CD that came with the camera, and regardless of the dire warnings that you "must" download the CD before copying pictures from the camera to the computer, I took a chance and connected the camera to the computer and the pictures went to "My Pictures" in the computer without a hitch.
I seem to be getting about 50 shots, many with flash, with 2 AA batteries.
My computer would not accept the CD that came with the camera, and regardless of the dire warnings that you "must" download the CD before copying pictures from the camera to the computer, I took a chance and connected the camera to the computer and the pictures went to "My Pictures" in the computer without a hitch.
I seem to be getting about 50 shots, many with flash, with 2 AA batteries.
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14.02.2009
10/10
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Very good quality well made case, nice snug fit for the camera.
Extra storage in the top of the case for memory cards and on in the front pouch for extra batteries. Includes belt loop on the back of the case three D shaped fastenings for the carrying strap and shoulder strap
Extra storage in the top of the case for memory cards and on in the front pouch for extra batteries. Includes belt loop on the back of the case three D shaped fastenings for the carrying strap and shoulder strap
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12.12.2008
10/10
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This is the Best camera I have ever owned. I liked it so much that I bought another one for my wife. I fly a AirCreation Trike and I take photos from the air. It handles very well with one hand operation, (the other hand is doing the flying). Very clear pictures because of the stabilization. Easy to review pictures on the back of the camera and is also nice to have a viewfinder for very sunny days. Very good price. $200 plus $20 for a Kingston 2GB, 120X ultimate SD card.
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R. Holm
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25.05.2008
10/10
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I have been a long time photographer. I am fussy about image quality and to me that includes the sharpness of the image, the exposure/meter accuracy and the quality of the color. This camera really delivers in all of those areas. It's no wonder that Canon point and shoots overall are good performers because their image processing is excellent.
It has a great set of manual features that are easy to navigate. If you appreciate great quality images and don't want to lug around an SLR this is a great choice. The video quality is good as long as you don't use the zoom lens. That works fine for me in a pinch.
The only two things that are missing are a wider lens - I would have preferred 28mm and almost went with the Lumix for that reason alone. Also, the cycle time on the flash could be faster - but that's no big deal.
The "kids and pets" special mode really works and eliminates a lot of the shutter lag that is a problem with digital cameras. So, that's a big plus.
All in all - it's a winner and I would not hesitate to purchase even at the list price. I got mine from OneCall here on Amazon and they shipped it very fast.
It has a great set of manual features that are easy to navigate. If you appreciate great quality images and don't want to lug around an SLR this is a great choice. The video quality is good as long as you don't use the zoom lens. That works fine for me in a pinch.
The only two things that are missing are a wider lens - I would have preferred 28mm and almost went with the Lumix for that reason alone. Also, the cycle time on the flash could be faster - but that's no big deal.
The "kids and pets" special mode really works and eliminates a lot of the shutter lag that is a problem with digital cameras. So, that's a big plus.
All in all - it's a winner and I would not hesitate to purchase even at the list price. I got mine from OneCall here on Amazon and they shipped it very fast.
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13.02.2008
10/10
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I ordered this camera after doing quite a bit of research online.
The reviews were "right on". They said this camera was easy to use, dependable, easy to learn (which I needed as I purchased it for an upcoming vacation and only had a couple of days to tinker with it before departing) and takes WONDERFUL quality photos.
I never did get a chance to "tinker" with it before we left, I took it out of it's box, glanced at the instructions, packed it in the carry on bag, and away we went!
When we reached our destination, I was a bit worried as I had chosen not to bring the instructions, it was not an issue. It was so user friendly I was taking beautiful pictures with-in minutes! I am sure I have lots to learn about it yet, and only took advantage of a few of it's many features, but the pictures I got were breath taking!
I took one of the couple that went with us and had it made into an 8 x 10 for them, and framed it as it turned out so nice. A visiter to our home asked why I had a picture of "those people" before I gave it to the couple. I told the visiter about taking the picture and making it for our friends. They were astounded to say the least! They thought it was a professional portrait =) I did good LOL
I am VERY pleased with the camera, it does not "eat" batteries like so many low quality cameras do, it takes awesome photos, easy to use, looks nice, I cannot say enough how happy I am with it!
If it got ruined today, I would order another exactly like it tomorrow.
The reviews were "right on". They said this camera was easy to use, dependable, easy to learn (which I needed as I purchased it for an upcoming vacation and only had a couple of days to tinker with it before departing) and takes WONDERFUL quality photos.
I never did get a chance to "tinker" with it before we left, I took it out of it's box, glanced at the instructions, packed it in the carry on bag, and away we went!
When we reached our destination, I was a bit worried as I had chosen not to bring the instructions, it was not an issue. It was so user friendly I was taking beautiful pictures with-in minutes! I am sure I have lots to learn about it yet, and only took advantage of a few of it's many features, but the pictures I got were breath taking!
I took one of the couple that went with us and had it made into an 8 x 10 for them, and framed it as it turned out so nice. A visiter to our home asked why I had a picture of "those people" before I gave it to the couple. I told the visiter about taking the picture and making it for our friends. They were astounded to say the least! They thought it was a professional portrait =) I did good LOL
I am VERY pleased with the camera, it does not "eat" batteries like so many low quality cameras do, it takes awesome photos, easy to use, looks nice, I cannot say enough how happy I am with it!
If it got ruined today, I would order another exactly like it tomorrow.
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25.10.2008
8/10
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I have been using this camera for awhile now and have to say that it has some of the best overall picture quality I have seen in a camera of its price range and cost.
Some strong points include:
-Amazing picture quality
-low cost
-easy operation
-extremely large array of advanced features and controls
The Negatives:
-Durability
-Battery life
I had to turn picture preview and anything that uses battery life off to get as many pictures as possible out of it. Gets between 80-150 pictures off of one set of batteries. Battery life aside, this is a great camera at a great price.
Some strong points include:
-Amazing picture quality
-low cost
-easy operation
-extremely large array of advanced features and controls
The Negatives:
-Durability
-Battery life
I had to turn picture preview and anything that uses battery life off to get as many pictures as possible out of it. Gets between 80-150 pictures off of one set of batteries. Battery life aside, this is a great camera at a great price.
Скроменый эксперт
24.03.2008
8/10
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A great camera for the money and my needs! Does everything a good camera should do and does it well. Love the special effects, the sepia mode makes some great looking photos with that old time look. The Movie Mode works real well, though the sound is a bit muddy, but this is not a video camera after all. The viewing LCD is bright and larger that my other digicams screens. The controls are well placed and intuitive (for me, anyway). It is far lighter than my 8 year old 1.3mp Olympus, and takes pictures much faster. The 6X optical zoom is a great improvement over the usual 3-4X zoom found on most digital cameras in this price range.
I am very happy so far with my purchase.
The Cons:
1- Short battery life! Take along extras! It is nice that it takes easily available AA batteries, though.
2- It seems to have a fairly long flash recharge time. I have found myself shooting back-to-back shots and often the flash is not ready, yet. Not a big problem, but I have to remind my self to be more patient between shots, at least for a few extra seconds.
3- Memory card that ships with the camera (16 megs) is WAY too small for an 8 mega pixel camera, maybe 8-10 shots. Buy a 1gb card or bigger when you purchase the camera. You are going to need it and memory is cheap right now!
Overall I would give the Canon 4 1/2 stars if that was an option.
I am very happy so far with my purchase.
The Cons:
1- Short battery life! Take along extras! It is nice that it takes easily available AA batteries, though.
2- It seems to have a fairly long flash recharge time. I have found myself shooting back-to-back shots and often the flash is not ready, yet. Not a big problem, but I have to remind my self to be more patient between shots, at least for a few extra seconds.
3- Memory card that ships with the camera (16 megs) is WAY too small for an 8 mega pixel camera, maybe 8-10 shots. Buy a 1gb card or bigger when you purchase the camera. You are going to need it and memory is cheap right now!
Overall I would give the Canon 4 1/2 stars if that was an option.
Скроменый эксперт
21.03.2009
10/10
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Великолепно
Camera fits perfectly with space available for spare batteries.Good degree of padding for protection but not too bulky.
Скроменый эксперт
16.11.2008
10/10
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I've been using this camera for about 9 months now, and I'm very happy with it. The battery life is great, the display is big, and it's packed full of great features. The only drawback is that it can take a few seconds for the flash to recharge, and the camera isn't the smallest one you can buy. But on the other hand, you have a lot of control over how your pictures are taken through various manual settings, the picture and movie quality is very good, zoom is decent, and the camera uses non-proprietary NiMH AA batteries.
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