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Скроменый эксперт
15.11.2013
10/10
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Great pics especially with the image stabilization. I use it around the house and also while hiking. A little bigger and heavier than other cameras but you can not beat the quality of the pictures. When we get back from hiking everyone always wants my pictures because they come out so much clearer because of the image stabilization.
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08.01.2014
10/10
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Guess this review is long overdue but this was a great camera, you can't go wrong with Canon, don't hesitate.
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15.10.2013
10/10
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This is a great camera. I especially love the optical zoom. Good quality images for the size of the camera.
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15.09.2013
8/10
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shipping price and good service, the camera easy to handle for its purpose it works great, the only drawback of this camera is that it uses AA battery and duration are not good
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27.06.2013
2/10
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The camera took decent pictures, but it has a major design flaw: the battery door gets stuck, and when forced open, eventually the entire camera just stops working. It happened to me less than a year after buying the camera, sadly, and by doing some research I discovered that it is a fairly common problem with these types of cameras. SO DON'T BUY THEM. Also, Canon no longer offers repair services for this type of camera, so there's that, too.
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20.05.2012
2/10
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Recent commments on this camera are dated 2007 so that's how old this camera is. This Canon Powershot SX100IS camera has been updated four times, the SX110, SX120, SX130, and SX150, since 2007, and all of them cost under $150 while this outdated camera is selling for $835.64, and that makes absolutely no sense at all. The technology got better with each update and now the SX150IS has 12x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom and 14.1 Megapixels, not to mention just about everything that was updated also.
I hope no one ever goes for this SX100IS thinking it is the better SX camera just because it costs more. It was a good camera in it's day, but it just got better with each update. I would, however, based on my recent research for a new camera, suggest the SX130IS over the SX150IS for various reasons I won't go into here except to say the overall reviews for the SX150IS haven't been as good as the sx130IS. (there is not SX140IS) Want to save a few bucks, the SX110IS and the SX120IS are also very good cameras. I am shopping for a new camera only because my 110 got dropped and broken. I bought the 120 yesterday and I like it fine, but I think for just a few bucks I'm going to return it for the 130.
I sometimes wonder what Amazon is thinking when they set their prices. All of the above mentioned SX cameras are priced better here than almost anywhere else, and Amazon includes free shipping at the moment. And there are a whole lot of really great cameras, Canon and otherwise, priced way below the Powershot SX100IS. This price is ludirous, unless someone knows something I don't know, and that I'd be glad to hear about.
I hope no one ever goes for this SX100IS thinking it is the better SX camera just because it costs more. It was a good camera in it's day, but it just got better with each update. I would, however, based on my recent research for a new camera, suggest the SX130IS over the SX150IS for various reasons I won't go into here except to say the overall reviews for the SX150IS haven't been as good as the sx130IS. (there is not SX140IS) Want to save a few bucks, the SX110IS and the SX120IS are also very good cameras. I am shopping for a new camera only because my 110 got dropped and broken. I bought the 120 yesterday and I like it fine, but I think for just a few bucks I'm going to return it for the 130.
I sometimes wonder what Amazon is thinking when they set their prices. All of the above mentioned SX cameras are priced better here than almost anywhere else, and Amazon includes free shipping at the moment. And there are a whole lot of really great cameras, Canon and otherwise, priced way below the Powershot SX100IS. This price is ludirous, unless someone knows something I don't know, and that I'd be glad to hear about.
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17.10.2012
10/10
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I bought this camera a few years ago for under $200, but decided it was too slow. I loved everything else about it though. And believe me, I've tried a lot of cameras. I'm not a pro, just a hobbyist who wants great pictures out of her point and shoot. Now when I see the price I could cry. I was looking for a camera I could just take along instead of my Canon DSLR and remembered how much I had loved this one. Quite surprised when I saw the price hike. No, I won't pay this much for it, but getting it at the lower price was most definitely a GREAT deal! Would I pay this much for an 8mp, 10X Zoom? No, but if this camera ever goes back down in price I will be very tempted to buy it.
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04.09.2012
8/10
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I bought this camera several years ago and it has taken great photos and videos for me (an amateur, not a serious photographer).
However, recently it has been losing the date and time every time I turn it off. When I turn it on, it asks me to set date and time again, but they are only retained until I turn the camera off.
This is not related to battery problems. The battery indicator shows lots of life. I took a two minute video last week, along with other photos, and the battery still had lots of life. I do recharge it when the indicator shows it is low. BTW, the videos are great, we have a new puppy and it is fun to see her tearing around and playing with her older companion.
However, recently it has been losing the date and time every time I turn it off. When I turn it on, it asks me to set date and time again, but they are only retained until I turn the camera off.
This is not related to battery problems. The battery indicator shows lots of life. I took a two minute video last week, along with other photos, and the battery still had lots of life. I do recharge it when the indicator shows it is low. BTW, the videos are great, we have a new puppy and it is fun to see her tearing around and playing with her older companion.
Скроменый эксперт
06.08.2012
6/10
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This is an excellent camera to have in bright conditions, does great when it has good light, but even in moderate light, image noise is high. Also, it is very easy to click the wheel while scrolling.
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02.08.2011
10/10
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I bought the SX100IS after many years of using the PowerShot 720IS. Can't tell you how many comments I get about the photos I took with the 720, which I actually bought refurbished. After a couple months of owning the SX100IS I can see it's everything the 720IS was and more. Often when companies come out with the new models you lose features, and new isn't always better. The SX100IS hasn't lost anything compared to the 720IS, it has added features but it still has all the great features the 720IS had, not to mention the improved lens. The photos are still amazing and the controls are similar yet improved, you can shoot all day on auto or program modes, or go creative with the manual mode. To be able to do so much and yet still be able to put it in my shorts pocket, and pull it out at a seconds notice, is what sells me; like the morning I go out to the car on my way to work and there is a mosquito walking across my car roof, which had a thin layer of dew on it, and I could see every step the mosquito made, like little ATV tracks. I whipped out the camera, set it on Macro, and captured a photo of something that few people will ever see in their lifetime. In my opinion that's what the camera is about, capturing the moments in great quality, without the hassle of an SLR.
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18.09.2011
10/10
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Hi, this is my first review for a product. We've had this camera for going on four years now and we're so pleased at its performance-its quite simply the best camera we've ever had, and we both enjoy the outdoors and taking pictures very frequently, so camera quality is a must for our household! We are constantly amazed at the quality of this camera-my wife even dropped it, and it performs and functions perfectly! We have a Siberian Husky who as those of you who likewise have them know they are not easy to photograph unless its a good camera-the cannon powershot sx100 IS is just about the best deal for the money you can get! The only drawback is the slow recovery speed, but we've tried alot of other camera's which were far worse and didn't have the great features of this camera. We would recommend this camera to anyone-great job Cannon!
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15.08.2011
10/10
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I have had this camera for about 3 years now and love it.
I got this camera to replace my lost Nikon Coolpix (which I also loved). I was looking for a good quality camera that would take clear pictures, but had allot of useful features. I have been using it more and more now that I'm really getting into photography. This is the perfect camera if you are looking for clear good quality pictures, but like to keep things a little simpler. I was having fun taking pictures in sepia and black and white instead of having to change them on iPhoto. And the zoom is also very good.
The only thing I can complain about is the short battery life. Though mine dosen't usually run out in a couple of days, it will usually noly last a month or so (even if i'm not taking pictures every single day).
It could also be inproved with a viewfinder.
Other than that I am positivly thrilled with this camera.
I got this camera to replace my lost Nikon Coolpix (which I also loved). I was looking for a good quality camera that would take clear pictures, but had allot of useful features. I have been using it more and more now that I'm really getting into photography. This is the perfect camera if you are looking for clear good quality pictures, but like to keep things a little simpler. I was having fun taking pictures in sepia and black and white instead of having to change them on iPhoto. And the zoom is also very good.
The only thing I can complain about is the short battery life. Though mine dosen't usually run out in a couple of days, it will usually noly last a month or so (even if i'm not taking pictures every single day).
It could also be inproved with a viewfinder.
Other than that I am positivly thrilled with this camera.
Скроменый эксперт
05.11.2011
8/10
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I bought this camera 3 1/2 years ago after my son was born. It was amazing at capturing all of his childhood moments, until now. The screen went black and has not worked since then. The zoom is great, the shutter speed is fast (captures my crazy son flying across the air with no blur), and it's very comfortable to use. If you want a camera that can capture both overactive kids and beautiful scenery, this is a great investment. I am online right now ordering another Canon; only the SX130 this time. I'm not too sure on this $695 price tag though. I purchased mine a little over 3 years ago for only $200-250.
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12.10.2011
10/10
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I got this camera back in 2007 and meant to write a review, but never got around to it. It's a good camera. It takes decent macro shots, does good telephoto if you don't go all the way to the end of the zoom, and has good color. Try the saturation filter in Picasa if you really want to make the shots pop, but what comes off the card works well enough.
You can install CHDK on this to get focus and zoom during video recording, longer exposures (takes perfect long exposures with the ISO 200 or below), RAW shooting, and better bad pixel removal. That's professional-ish, so it might not be for you. The camera is fine as-is.
You can install CHDK on this to get focus and zoom during video recording, longer exposures (takes perfect long exposures with the ISO 200 or below), RAW shooting, and better bad pixel removal. That's professional-ish, so it might not be for you. The camera is fine as-is.
Скроменый эксперт
02.06.2011
2/10
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I've owned this camera for 3 years now and unless the pictures were taken in broad day ligth ,they would be realy dark! The only way to kind of fix this problem is to try by playing with the settings ! But if you are like me that I just want to grab and shoot. Then there is no time to fix every picture. if I wanted that I would have bougth a slr camera . This camera has every feature to help you get a good picture but it falls short compare to other point and shoots , I did try my best to work with it but in the end it really sucked. You will reget it ! sorry but I sold it yesterday ,Now I have a Nikon l120 Worth every cent !
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13.11.2010
10/10
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----I carry this camera a lot in my side pocket (otherwise empty, of course!).----I am a nature hobbyist and use it in zooms and close-ups outdoors with good results -- I am impressed with the sharpness, but I DO have a steady hand.----I almost always use indoor available light with good results. The flash is also OK within its limited range (not for zoom shots). ---- The features are numerous and the detailed manual clear and thorough, but these could be intimidating to some. --- I had to just keep turning the dials and shooting till I became familiar with most of the nice features. IF you don't use the features much, you can usually shoot automatic.-- I use rechargeable batteries that have served well. (I also keep extras always ready). -- I find the time, aperture, and manual settings important (I even located a comet with the 15 second full aperture setting). Maybe the one thing that will be a problem will be the lack of an optical view finder which "in the old days" was how you aimed your film camera, and these day on some other digital cameras. -- I got this camera new at a price lower than it might be going for today at some sellers.
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05.05.2010
10/10
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Please let me first explain that I'm not in like manner, a digital photo freak.
Four years ago I used to run around with a much smaller (and simple) Canon digital camera (PowerShot A560 - 7.1 mp) but when I read about Canon's SX100IS and checked out its features, immediately fell in love with it!
I've been using it continuously for almost two years, never had a failure or a "lens error" message. Since I started to use this camera, I loaded it with a 8 GB SDHC card and took all my pictures in the Auto mode with excellent results. I paid $300 for the camera, the SDHC card and carrying case (including taxes, because I live out of the U.S.) but I think I got a good price anyway!
The photo quality is REALLY GOOD for a camera with such lens size (and price level). The 10X optical zoom feature is A MUST for close-up shots!!!
Even open range and skyline photos (sunsets at the beach) were taken, with an awesome image definition!!!
However, it's true that battery life is quite short, so don't forget to carry an 8-pack of fresh AA batteries everytime (specially, if you're planning a long trip with plenty of photo shooting).
I really don't know if newer Canon models for this camera may have a better performance, even with larger megapixel capability. Really, I'm quite happy with this camera, and I would consider to change it only if I find a much better model in a really cheap price. Thank you Canon!
Four years ago I used to run around with a much smaller (and simple) Canon digital camera (PowerShot A560 - 7.1 mp) but when I read about Canon's SX100IS and checked out its features, immediately fell in love with it!
I've been using it continuously for almost two years, never had a failure or a "lens error" message. Since I started to use this camera, I loaded it with a 8 GB SDHC card and took all my pictures in the Auto mode with excellent results. I paid $300 for the camera, the SDHC card and carrying case (including taxes, because I live out of the U.S.) but I think I got a good price anyway!
The photo quality is REALLY GOOD for a camera with such lens size (and price level). The 10X optical zoom feature is A MUST for close-up shots!!!
Even open range and skyline photos (sunsets at the beach) were taken, with an awesome image definition!!!
However, it's true that battery life is quite short, so don't forget to carry an 8-pack of fresh AA batteries everytime (specially, if you're planning a long trip with plenty of photo shooting).
I really don't know if newer Canon models for this camera may have a better performance, even with larger megapixel capability. Really, I'm quite happy with this camera, and I would consider to change it only if I find a much better model in a really cheap price. Thank you Canon!
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12.01.2011
8/10
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This camera is a gift for my wife who does not want a complicated camera. However, it has the three features she needs: Image stabilization, lots of pixels (8Mpix) and lots of zoom (10:1 optical). It also has many features only found in higher level devices, most of which my wife will never use. The "auto" setting covers her needs. This unit (used) came without memory card or batteries, but that was easy to fill in. All is working well.
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11.09.2009
6/10
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I got this camera as a gift for Christmas a few years ago after doing a lot of research. I am into taking somewhat artsy photos, but am not fimilar with all the different settings and options it requires to take a great picture, so I thought this would be a great camera for me as it seemed pretty simply to figure out. I guess I was looking for something with similar features to a digital slr without the size (and price). I think this camera probably is compareable to that, but I feel like unless you really know what you are doing, or take time to memorize the manual, it is really hard to get what you are looking for when taking a photo. There have been several instances where I've had the manual out, testing out a setting, only to forget it the next time I use my camera. It was a little disappointing to say the least, as I would have liked to used this as a "regular" shot camera as well as some art type shots, but mostly have just used it for the latter.
Another con to this camera is the flash takes rediculously long to recycle. I have used the camera a lot to take photos of friends and whatnot, and a lot of times you sit there for what seems like forever for the picture to actually be taken because the flash takes soooo long. Several times I have missed a great shot because of this, and it's really annoying when trying to take a photo of someone as they are standing there for so long waiting for the picture to be taken. It really makes it hard to capture the "moment" in a photograph.
Besides my two complaints, overall this camera takes great photographs and video. I think I would recommend this camera for someone who is more fimilar with the different settings (shutter speed, iso, all that technical stuff) or someone who will be able to take the time to learn them. Thank god for the "auto" feature. I do get some really great pictures from this camera, though.
Another con to this camera is the flash takes rediculously long to recycle. I have used the camera a lot to take photos of friends and whatnot, and a lot of times you sit there for what seems like forever for the picture to actually be taken because the flash takes soooo long. Several times I have missed a great shot because of this, and it's really annoying when trying to take a photo of someone as they are standing there for so long waiting for the picture to be taken. It really makes it hard to capture the "moment" in a photograph.
Besides my two complaints, overall this camera takes great photographs and video. I think I would recommend this camera for someone who is more fimilar with the different settings (shutter speed, iso, all that technical stuff) or someone who will be able to take the time to learn them. Thank god for the "auto" feature. I do get some really great pictures from this camera, though.
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27.01.2008
10/10
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I used to dabble in amature photography. Mostly trees. I like trees, and they basically stand still.
But once I had my kids, and the digital age set in, I had to pack up my old SLR and get with something that could keep up with them.
I first owned a polaroid of some sort that took a hundred years to download, and had no room for memory expansion... Held about twelve pictures, and also, stank. So I bought a nice Pentax Point and shoot and kept dragging rolls of film in for awhile.
I finally took the plunge when the 5mp cameras came out and bought a samsung digimax. Hm... It served a purpose and took good outdoor shots. Lots of red-eye and taking any photos in flourescent light was forbidden.
I had a few other play cameras, like an oregon scientific, and some other pocket pix ones and decided to look around this year.
After lots of shopping, I settled on the Canon that you are now looking at.
What a camera.
Here are the features I was looking for.
1. Picture clarity. You can have all the megapixels you want but that does not make for a clear picture... there are a lot of other factors involved.
2. Versatility, (as in I can take pictures inside and outside, of moving objects and such without blurring, light problems, etc...)
3. Small- I dont want to drag around a giant camera. I take my SLR with me with all the lenses if I wanted to do that.
4. The zoom has to actually work. I mean-- a lot of zoom is great, but not if the picture always looks like a colorful cloud-- This camera has image stabilizing, and it WORKS
5. I wanted the camera to take a picture RIGHT when I clicked... My samsung had the nasty habit of waiting around seven years of me holding the button down until the red eye and many other factors were done "warming up" before actually taking a picture. Needless to say, there was never an option for a candid shot.... Lots of photos of the back sides of people though, and peoples faces right after something happened...
So, The Canon has it all. For years, Canon has been working to make photography easy for dorks like me
THe image stabilizer works amazingly.
The images are sharp.
The camera is small and light weight.
The red eye reduction works all the time.
The face finder rocks
The Zoom comes out with clear pictures-within reason anyway-
shots with and without a flash come out wonderfully and well lit whether or not I use the flash!
The camera can take picture after picture with virtually no rest period, and no warm up time.
Here is what I found out and was surprised by, and LOVE!
Switching to different modes is easy, totally self explanatory.
This beautiful little camera uses batteries VERY conservatively.
My old camera took maybe.... 60 shots before I had to replace the batteries, and I should, God forbid, take a film with this camera, I dont have to stop and replace the batteries after three minutes of filming.
On the two energizer lithiums, (batteries I used in my last camera too) I have taken two hours worth of film shorts, about three hundred and fifty photos and I have turned it on at least 20 times to go through the photos and used it like a brag book. Now, the battery says empty, but it is still going strong. So, when you get this, dont change the batteries the second you lose all your bars.... You have a good few hundred pictures left on it.
I am SO happy with this camera. The price is just icing on the cake.
I only got it a month ago, for the holidays, and I have just been trialing it.... I have not even delved into the world of features it offers.
I cant wait.
But once I had my kids, and the digital age set in, I had to pack up my old SLR and get with something that could keep up with them.
I first owned a polaroid of some sort that took a hundred years to download, and had no room for memory expansion... Held about twelve pictures, and also, stank. So I bought a nice Pentax Point and shoot and kept dragging rolls of film in for awhile.
I finally took the plunge when the 5mp cameras came out and bought a samsung digimax. Hm... It served a purpose and took good outdoor shots. Lots of red-eye and taking any photos in flourescent light was forbidden.
I had a few other play cameras, like an oregon scientific, and some other pocket pix ones and decided to look around this year.
After lots of shopping, I settled on the Canon that you are now looking at.
What a camera.
Here are the features I was looking for.
1. Picture clarity. You can have all the megapixels you want but that does not make for a clear picture... there are a lot of other factors involved.
2. Versatility, (as in I can take pictures inside and outside, of moving objects and such without blurring, light problems, etc...)
3. Small- I dont want to drag around a giant camera. I take my SLR with me with all the lenses if I wanted to do that.
4. The zoom has to actually work. I mean-- a lot of zoom is great, but not if the picture always looks like a colorful cloud-- This camera has image stabilizing, and it WORKS
5. I wanted the camera to take a picture RIGHT when I clicked... My samsung had the nasty habit of waiting around seven years of me holding the button down until the red eye and many other factors were done "warming up" before actually taking a picture. Needless to say, there was never an option for a candid shot.... Lots of photos of the back sides of people though, and peoples faces right after something happened...
So, The Canon has it all. For years, Canon has been working to make photography easy for dorks like me
THe image stabilizer works amazingly.
The images are sharp.
The camera is small and light weight.
The red eye reduction works all the time.
The face finder rocks
The Zoom comes out with clear pictures-within reason anyway-
shots with and without a flash come out wonderfully and well lit whether or not I use the flash!
The camera can take picture after picture with virtually no rest period, and no warm up time.
Here is what I found out and was surprised by, and LOVE!
Switching to different modes is easy, totally self explanatory.
This beautiful little camera uses batteries VERY conservatively.
My old camera took maybe.... 60 shots before I had to replace the batteries, and I should, God forbid, take a film with this camera, I dont have to stop and replace the batteries after three minutes of filming.
On the two energizer lithiums, (batteries I used in my last camera too) I have taken two hours worth of film shorts, about three hundred and fifty photos and I have turned it on at least 20 times to go through the photos and used it like a brag book. Now, the battery says empty, but it is still going strong. So, when you get this, dont change the batteries the second you lose all your bars.... You have a good few hundred pictures left on it.
I am SO happy with this camera. The price is just icing on the cake.
I only got it a month ago, for the holidays, and I have just been trialing it.... I have not even delved into the world of features it offers.
I cant wait.
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29.03.2008
10/10
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I have been searching for the perfect camera. Over the past few years, I have purchased digital cameras from manufacturers like Kodak, HP, and Casio. I used each of them a few times and I was never happy with any of them and eventually returned them all. I am a single mother, who does not have thousands to spend on a top notch camera. I purchase the Canon PowerShot SX100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom online to make it harder on myself to return the camera if I was not happy with it. LOL. I thought I am just extremely picky, but with those purchases I felt as if I was losing out if I kept any of those cameras. That Friday night, I closed my eyes tightly and click on the final link to make the purchase of the Canon PowerShot SX100IS official and banned myself from going back into the order to cancel it. I was never so nervous about an electronics purchase. Three days later on Monday afternoon, I lifted the cancellation band and decided that I was going to check the order to see if it can be cancelled. Lo and behold, the item had already shipped that Saturday morning and was to be delivered the next day on Tuesday morning. I said to myself, "Rats! It's too late to cancel", but I can always return it if I do not like it. I studied the return policy just in case. However, since I have received the camera, I have taken over 1,300 pics. Yes, that was not a typo, I really do mean over one thousand three hundred pics. The camera is amazing. In all those pics, I would have to say I was not happy maybe 4 of the pics (no fault of the camera, might I add) and deleted them. You guys! Even my 7-yr-old use this camera. Now, I can finally get pics of my son as he grows and make money!!!! Yipee! I realized, in writing this review that I am not that picky, I just want the best that my money can buy and I will not give up until I get it. These days the economy is so bad. When I made this purchase, it was a big deal for me. I needed a camera not just for personal use, but also to start a business. I am tremendously happy with the outcome. Whichever camera you ultimately get, I hope it works great for you. I love to gamble at the casinos, but the one of the things I do not like to gamble with, is my electronics. Let me save you a lot of trouble in your decision-making process. I love this camera and will highly recommend it to you. The pics are crisp and clear not matter where (inside or out) I take the pics. Without a doubt, one of my best electronics purchases!! You'll be happy with it too!!!!
I am not employed by Canon nor do I have any affiliations with Canon. Come to think of it, maybe I should send them this review of the camera and ask them for a check. LOL. Bet they would just love that. LOL.
The link below is the same camera I purchased:
Canon PowerShot SX100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)
The link below is a package I wish was available to me at the time of purchase, I would have gotten it. To buy these item 'a la carte' (separately) would simply be outrageous.
Canon PowerShot SX100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black) + Transcend 4GB SecureDigital (SDHC) Memory Card + USB Card Reader + NiMH Rapid Charger & High-Capacity Rechargeable Batteries + Padded Camera Case
I am not employed by Canon nor do I have any affiliations with Canon. Come to think of it, maybe I should send them this review of the camera and ask them for a check. LOL. Bet they would just love that. LOL.
The link below is the same camera I purchased:
Canon PowerShot SX100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)
The link below is a package I wish was available to me at the time of purchase, I would have gotten it. To buy these item 'a la carte' (separately) would simply be outrageous.
Canon PowerShot SX100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black) + Transcend 4GB SecureDigital (SDHC) Memory Card + USB Card Reader + NiMH Rapid Charger & High-Capacity Rechargeable Batteries + Padded Camera Case
Скроменый эксперт
23.07.2009
2/10
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Ужасно
I bought this camera in May of 2008 because I had an old (26 yrs) 35mm Canon that I loved and it always took great photos. After about 6 months, the camera started to fail to focus at random. The lens jammed in September '08 and would not retract. It gave me a reset message. I took it to the photo supply dealer that sold it to me and the owner replaced the batteries which made no difference. He finally bumped the camera on his hand and the lens retracted. By November of '08, the camera would not focus at all and he sent it off for it's first repair which took about 3 weeks. The repair only had a 90 day warranty by Canon. In February, the camera begain to stop focusing again but I thought it was lighting/white balance at the car show where it was being used. By the end of march (more than 90 days later) it stopped focusing again. Canon made a "good will repair" with no warranty. Now, four months later (July) it has started to randomly fail to focus again and the lens rattles when focusing or zooming. I paid $399.00 for the camera. If I had paid the $125.00 they originally quoted me for the second repair I would have $524.00 invested in a camera that now would (or soon will be) useless and only lasted 1 year and 2 months of very light use. I will not buy another Canon product for a very, very, very long time if ever.
UPDATE October 15, 2009- The lens jammed again and will not retract just after it stopped focusing again. Canon has said that they will only repair it if I pay for the repair. This is the fourth time in under 2 years that the camera has malfunctioned. This is my last Canon camera... no question about it. It might make a decent paper weight.
UPDATE October 15, 2009- The lens jammed again and will not retract just after it stopped focusing again. Canon has said that they will only repair it if I pay for the repair. This is the fourth time in under 2 years that the camera has malfunctioned. This is my last Canon camera... no question about it. It might make a decent paper weight.
Скроменый эксперт
25.04.2010
8/10
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Хорошо
I have had this camera for 2 1/2 yrs. I purchased primarily because of great reviews at the time. I wanted a camera that took quick pictures of my grand kids, had good zoom function and was light-enough to be carried in my purse. This camera has exceed my expectations. I have learned to shoot in aperture priority, change the white balance and ISO as indicated by setting and subject. Overall pictures of grand kids as well as vacation scenery have been terrific. We have been pleased with the video---though having a zoom for it would be a plus.
Скроменый эксперт
23.03.2008
10/10
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Великолепно
I own Sony's original subcompact DSC-T1 (without image stabilization) as well as a digital SLR for serious amateur photography. I was in the market to replace the subcompact Sony with a compact with a minimum 10x optical zoom and image stabilization to be used for both video and photos. My choices came down to the Canon SX100IS, Sony DSC-H3 and Canon S5IS.
The Canon S5 on Amazon was only $75 more than the SX100 and Sony, for a lot more features including stereo sound for movies, a flip out screen and 12x optical zoom. In terms of bang for the buck, the S5 was easily the best deal. But it was just too bulky to easily carry to concerts, and i thought it was overkill so ruled out the S5.
So it came down to the Sony and SX 100. Both were the same price, about the same size, with similar features. Consumer Reports gave a good review to the Sony, but hadn't yet reviewed the Canon. What pushed me toward the Canon was (1) the ability to zoom while recording a movie whereas the zoom on the Sony is locked while recording movies; (2) Canon uses all forms of SD cards including the new high capacity format, while the Sony uses proprietary Memorystick Duo. But I was concerned about the battery life of the Canon versus Sony's longlife lithium rechargeable battery.
First test was at an outdoor festival concert. Still photos were absolutely superb at all zoom lengths. Note that in movie mode, you can only use the optical zoom prior to starting the recording. Once recording starts, you can continue to zoom in or out using digital zoom. I had to figure out how to focus the movies. By default continuous focus is turned off (i guess to save battery life). I eventually figured out that i should lock subject into focus at the maximum optical zoom, hit record, and then i can zoom in and out using digital zoom with everything remaining in focus. Once i figured out the focus part, the videos were crisp and clear, even using the digital zoom. The audio was totally distorted and clipped because I was standing close to the speakers, a problem that's endemic to most digital cameras which don't have microphone gain control.
Next test was an indoor nighttime concert, same artist. This time, I applied a homemade sound filter in the form of a fabric bandaid placed over the microphone. Again, the videos were great. The sound was totally acceptable, although understandably some of the high range was muffled by my filter. The photos were great with flash. I actually like the fact that the flash doesn't automatically pop up, and has to be manually flipped up. That way the flash doesn't go off at an inopportune time, since most artists don't like flashes going off while they're performing.
I recorded +/- 25 minutes of video and a handful of photos with each set of Duracell Ultra AA batteries, and changed the batteries before they ran low. I don't know how long they would have lasted if i hadn't pre-emptively changed them. But battery life has been a non-issue.
So great photos, great videos, acceptable audio, reasonably compact. 4.5 stars.
The Canon S5 on Amazon was only $75 more than the SX100 and Sony, for a lot more features including stereo sound for movies, a flip out screen and 12x optical zoom. In terms of bang for the buck, the S5 was easily the best deal. But it was just too bulky to easily carry to concerts, and i thought it was overkill so ruled out the S5.
So it came down to the Sony and SX 100. Both were the same price, about the same size, with similar features. Consumer Reports gave a good review to the Sony, but hadn't yet reviewed the Canon. What pushed me toward the Canon was (1) the ability to zoom while recording a movie whereas the zoom on the Sony is locked while recording movies; (2) Canon uses all forms of SD cards including the new high capacity format, while the Sony uses proprietary Memorystick Duo. But I was concerned about the battery life of the Canon versus Sony's longlife lithium rechargeable battery.
First test was at an outdoor festival concert. Still photos were absolutely superb at all zoom lengths. Note that in movie mode, you can only use the optical zoom prior to starting the recording. Once recording starts, you can continue to zoom in or out using digital zoom. I had to figure out how to focus the movies. By default continuous focus is turned off (i guess to save battery life). I eventually figured out that i should lock subject into focus at the maximum optical zoom, hit record, and then i can zoom in and out using digital zoom with everything remaining in focus. Once i figured out the focus part, the videos were crisp and clear, even using the digital zoom. The audio was totally distorted and clipped because I was standing close to the speakers, a problem that's endemic to most digital cameras which don't have microphone gain control.
Next test was an indoor nighttime concert, same artist. This time, I applied a homemade sound filter in the form of a fabric bandaid placed over the microphone. Again, the videos were great. The sound was totally acceptable, although understandably some of the high range was muffled by my filter. The photos were great with flash. I actually like the fact that the flash doesn't automatically pop up, and has to be manually flipped up. That way the flash doesn't go off at an inopportune time, since most artists don't like flashes going off while they're performing.
I recorded +/- 25 minutes of video and a handful of photos with each set of Duracell Ultra AA batteries, and changed the batteries before they ran low. I don't know how long they would have lasted if i hadn't pre-emptively changed them. But battery life has been a non-issue.
So great photos, great videos, acceptable audio, reasonably compact. 4.5 stars.
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