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Скроменый эксперт
30.04.2010
8/10
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For its size and price, this camera is packed with features that can help you take great pictures in a variety of settings. The biggest limitation I've noticed is the small, sometimes blurry LCD screen and the limited zoom.
Скроменый эксперт
09.12.2009
4/10
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The camera itself works great. In fact the video it takes is surprisingly good quality. The only issue I have after 1.5 years of use is that the battery meter keeps saying the batteries ared dead when they're not. The camera will shut off and I'll have to open the battery compartment and close. Then it works fine for another 5-10 minutes. I will have to keep doing this. This occurs with every type of battery I've tried. Energizer, Duracell, Generic and my Sanyo Enelopes.
Update 9/28/12
I've researched the low battery issue and it has something to do with the metal contact prong on the battery cover. I was able to bend it slightly and the issue appears to have been resolved.
Update 9/28/12
I've researched the low battery issue and it has something to do with the metal contact prong on the battery cover. I was able to bend it slightly and the issue appears to have been resolved.
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17.07.2006
8/10
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This review is intended for people who, like me, are buying their first digital camera after years of using disposables. I can't comment on whether it would suit the needs of experienced photographers. I bought an A620 a month ago, in anticipation of a vacation, and can offer the following observations:
(1) This camera is quite easy to use as a point-and-shoot. The instruction manual will have you up and shooting within 5 minutes of opening the box. Understanding more of the camera's features will require an evening or two with the manual. The camera has both a variety of automatic settings (an all-purpose "auto" plus settings for indoor, beach, fireworks, pets, etc.) and also allows extensive direct control of various parameters, which will undoubtedly be enjoyable to learn. In short, this is easy to use immediately but offers plenty of room to grow.
(2) Features that are important, or not:
(a) Megapixels: 7 megs appears to be more than a vacation photographer really needs -- photos at this level appear suitable for conversion into poster-size prints. However, both image size and resolution can be set lower; a 1 GB memory card can hold several hundred pictures at the 4x6 snapshot quality. (Note that one absolutely must buy a larger memory card than the very small one included with the camera, which only holds a handful of photos. A 1 GB card will add about $50 to the overall price.)
(b) Heft: This camera is too big to fit in a pocket, but not at all heavy carried in a shoulder pouch. I found the mini cameras I sampled too small to get an easy grip on. The A620 fits very nicely in the hand and can be gripped firmly (important for non-blurry shots) by the side compartment. The battery compartment and cable compartment doors are amazingly flimsy -- especially when you first open the box, be very careful installing the batteries since the door looks like it will break in a moment if moved the wrong way. The door over the cable connections is simply a cheap fold of rubber, which I suspect will have fallen off within a year.
(c) LCD and viewfinder: Not all digital cameras have traditional viewfinders. The A620 does. I think a viewfinder is essential, since the LCD cannot always be viewed, especially in bright outdoor light. Note that the viewfinder on the A620 is slightly offset from the camera lens, so photos taken using the viewfinder will be "off" a bit. This is something one either needs to learn to adjust for, or plan on doing some cropping on the PC later. The LCD on the A620 swivels out, which is very handy. Not only does this protect the LCD (by folding it in when the camera's not in use), but the LCD can be angled in various ways to help take shots aimed low or high, or flipped all the way around for the inevitable self-protraits.
(d) Batteries: This uses 4 AA batteries. I used the same 4 throughout my 2-week vacation and they are still going strong. One should get a set of rechargeable AA's and a good charger (this will add another $40 or so if you don't scrimp). I wanted a camera that uses AA's since my main interest in having a camera is travel photos, and AA's are available everywhere.
(e) Movies: The A620 can shoot nice quality video, although the sound quality suffers from an unavoidable motor-like background sound.
(f) Zoom: Digital cameras advertise both digital and optical zoom. I understand now the difference between the two, and can summarize it in lay terms: Optical zoom is "real" zoom, performed with the lens, and digital zoom is, in effect, an auto-blur feature. I find the digital zoom useful for using the camera in a pinch as a pair of binoculars, but only the optical zoom produces nice photos. This is also where the 7 megs come in useful: photos taken at very high resolution provide amazing detail, so the best way to get a close-up is to combine the optical zoom at high resolution with subsequent PC zooming and cropping. I had hoped for more than a 4X optical zoom, but that turns out to be hard to find on digital cameras without adding more weight than I wanted.
(g) Connections: The camera interacts with your PC and TV through cables plugged in on the side. Downloading the contents of a full 1 GB card to my PC via the USB cable took only a few moments. The bundled software is easy to use for storing photos on your PC; it can tell which photos you've already downloaded from your camera. The software includes only a few editing features. For backing up photos onto CD, the bundled software worked poorly, but this task was easy to accomplish with the CD-burning software that came with my PC's CD-burner (Sonic). Interestingly, lower resolution photos look much nicer on a TV screen than higher resolution ones.
(h) Fun stuff: There are settings for stitching together landscapes, making sepia and B&W photos, and (my favor
(1) This camera is quite easy to use as a point-and-shoot. The instruction manual will have you up and shooting within 5 minutes of opening the box. Understanding more of the camera's features will require an evening or two with the manual. The camera has both a variety of automatic settings (an all-purpose "auto" plus settings for indoor, beach, fireworks, pets, etc.) and also allows extensive direct control of various parameters, which will undoubtedly be enjoyable to learn. In short, this is easy to use immediately but offers plenty of room to grow.
(2) Features that are important, or not:
(a) Megapixels: 7 megs appears to be more than a vacation photographer really needs -- photos at this level appear suitable for conversion into poster-size prints. However, both image size and resolution can be set lower; a 1 GB memory card can hold several hundred pictures at the 4x6 snapshot quality. (Note that one absolutely must buy a larger memory card than the very small one included with the camera, which only holds a handful of photos. A 1 GB card will add about $50 to the overall price.)
(b) Heft: This camera is too big to fit in a pocket, but not at all heavy carried in a shoulder pouch. I found the mini cameras I sampled too small to get an easy grip on. The A620 fits very nicely in the hand and can be gripped firmly (important for non-blurry shots) by the side compartment. The battery compartment and cable compartment doors are amazingly flimsy -- especially when you first open the box, be very careful installing the batteries since the door looks like it will break in a moment if moved the wrong way. The door over the cable connections is simply a cheap fold of rubber, which I suspect will have fallen off within a year.
(c) LCD and viewfinder: Not all digital cameras have traditional viewfinders. The A620 does. I think a viewfinder is essential, since the LCD cannot always be viewed, especially in bright outdoor light. Note that the viewfinder on the A620 is slightly offset from the camera lens, so photos taken using the viewfinder will be "off" a bit. This is something one either needs to learn to adjust for, or plan on doing some cropping on the PC later. The LCD on the A620 swivels out, which is very handy. Not only does this protect the LCD (by folding it in when the camera's not in use), but the LCD can be angled in various ways to help take shots aimed low or high, or flipped all the way around for the inevitable self-protraits.
(d) Batteries: This uses 4 AA batteries. I used the same 4 throughout my 2-week vacation and they are still going strong. One should get a set of rechargeable AA's and a good charger (this will add another $40 or so if you don't scrimp). I wanted a camera that uses AA's since my main interest in having a camera is travel photos, and AA's are available everywhere.
(e) Movies: The A620 can shoot nice quality video, although the sound quality suffers from an unavoidable motor-like background sound.
(f) Zoom: Digital cameras advertise both digital and optical zoom. I understand now the difference between the two, and can summarize it in lay terms: Optical zoom is "real" zoom, performed with the lens, and digital zoom is, in effect, an auto-blur feature. I find the digital zoom useful for using the camera in a pinch as a pair of binoculars, but only the optical zoom produces nice photos. This is also where the 7 megs come in useful: photos taken at very high resolution provide amazing detail, so the best way to get a close-up is to combine the optical zoom at high resolution with subsequent PC zooming and cropping. I had hoped for more than a 4X optical zoom, but that turns out to be hard to find on digital cameras without adding more weight than I wanted.
(g) Connections: The camera interacts with your PC and TV through cables plugged in on the side. Downloading the contents of a full 1 GB card to my PC via the USB cable took only a few moments. The bundled software is easy to use for storing photos on your PC; it can tell which photos you've already downloaded from your camera. The software includes only a few editing features. For backing up photos onto CD, the bundled software worked poorly, but this task was easy to accomplish with the CD-burning software that came with my PC's CD-burner (Sonic). Interestingly, lower resolution photos look much nicer on a TV screen than higher resolution ones.
(h) Fun stuff: There are settings for stitching together landscapes, making sepia and B&W photos, and (my favor
Скроменый эксперт
31.07.2009
4/10
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The camera is fine... it's got basic features, & it's a good size. We wanted a camera that uses regular batteries. They're more convenient (you can get them anywhere, & it's easy to carry extras)& we NEVER had a problem before with batteries... even with our more expensive Canon. Well, this camera has taken up to 14 seconds to RECHARGE the flash after we take a picture. If you're a regular camera user, that is FOREVER when you're trying to get a shot of just about ANYTHING, especially kids! You've MISSED the MOMENT!!!! It's ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS!!! We sent it back to Canon, SURE that something was wrong. They sent a note back, saying they'd fix it & there WERE defective parts. Sure enough, it came back... NO BETTER! We USE the special camera batteries. It DOESN'T MATTER! You can't tell how long the camera will take to recharge each time. But it is EXTREMELY FRUSTRATING, bcs you MISS every chance at a good photo!! It's a shame. It takes nice photos, & has everything else you could need... except it's gone BACKWARDS in time & quality. Digital cameras have been around long enough... such a LONG delay should NOT be an issue anymore!
Скроменый эксперт
07.07.2009
10/10
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This has a huge zoom, loads of megapxels & brilliant low light, photographs & video (way better than expected ) for its price range. Compact , has loads of manual features as well as auto. So can be used by Amateur & pro with ease. Face detection & all easy to use features are there. Just flip up the flash when you need it. Video is very good, so dont need to carry my camcorder with it, as a big 8 gb sd card + this is sufficient as I dont usually shoot more than 15 mns at a time. Has Canons usual awesome picture quality, vivid colours. Great as a point and shoot, or for someone learning photography.I tested alot of zoom cameras n this price range, & this was the best in terms of zoom & quality of pics & flash abilities. Also I've had no red eye in any of the night shots of taken, whch is a problem with the compact cameras without pop up flash. The only other one with simlar quality results was the canon ixus 100 , but the telephoto zoom was only a third of this one , and costs more. I will be using it for hols & as back up to the DSLR. Its easy to get a small belt or neck case for it. Takes 2 x AA's which are available in any country. Very easy to use, very well made & high quality. Pictures comparable to a DSLR & sharp.
Скроменый эксперт
03.09.2009
2/10
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I was so excited to receive this camera. With a good sized CMOS censor and full HD video I was certain that it would be a killer upgrade from my 3 year old SD630. I can't articulate how disappointed I was to find that (in my hands) it could not take a single picture that was as good as my hip shots on the SD630. At first I tried comparing old photos (in similar environments) to the new ones taken with the SX1 but after many "failures" I decided to shoot the very same shot with both cameras. What I found is inexplicable. The 6MP CCD camera consistently produced cleaner photos than the SX1. The two most glaring deficits of the SX1 were graininess and noise. I did manage to take some usable shots outside just before sunset with ISO 80 and a tripod, but even those were noticeably lower quality than photos taken on the SD630 the week before.
Needless to say I sent this camera back. I'll be sticking with my SD630 until the G11 is released. I think Canon might need another generation to work out the kinks in this sensor.
Needless to say I sent this camera back. I'll be sticking with my SD630 until the G11 is released. I think Canon might need another generation to work out the kinks in this sensor.
Скроменый эксперт
25.05.2009
4/10
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The Canon Powershot A1000IS sounded ideal with its optical viewfinder (very rare in low-end digital cameras), small size, convenient handgrip, well-designed controls, 4x optical zoom, many up-to-date features (10 megapixels, auto face detection, etc.) -- and above all, with Canon's great reputation. (I've owned several Canons.) I'm an experienced photobug and, after reviewing the controls, I took my new A1000IS to a child's bowling alley birthday party. What a disappointment! Due to extreme shutter lag that I haven't seen since the earliest digitals, I missed shot after shot as the kids raced around me. The exposures and flash performance weren't great either. I immediately returned the camera. It doesn't begin to compare with my wonderful (and rave-reviewed) Fuji FinePix F30, which has developed a shutter problem after several years of service. My only difficulty with the F30 was lack of an optical viewfinder, so that in bright sunlight I was literally shooting blind, just pointing in the direction of the subject. I thought I would solve that with the Canon Powershot A1000IS -- but no such luck! I'd buy another FinePix F30 if they were still available; however, the newer Fujis haven't received comparable reviews. Think I'll try a Nikon Coolpix S560, since my daughter raves about her S550 (a tiny bit wider angle, 34.8mm vs. 35mm equivalent, and more zoom, 5x vs. 4x).
Скроменый эксперт
28.12.2008
6/10
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I owned and loved my PowerShot S3 IS for several years. The S3 IS was a great camera and I really enjoyed it - that is I *liked* using it. I enjoyed taking pictures with it. It was a great camera.
Then I sold it to a friend and "upgraded" to this SX10 IS. Frankly, I generally regret parting with my venerable S3 IS.
In comparison:
* The S3 IS was smaller. Physically, if you measure, the ruler says that the SX10 is not that much bigger -- but the feel of the SX10 is heavy and clunky.
* The controls of the S3 were much easier to manipulate by touch (i.e. I'm looking thought the eye-piece and changing settings by feel) -- this SX10 seems much more difficult to do the same thing, I and find I have to look at the controls more.
* The lens cap on the S3 IS was tethered - attached - and I could flip it off with the flick of one finger and know I'm not going to lose. Whereas, the lens cap of the SX10 is NOT tethered and attaches differently making it hugely inconvenient for the "quick-shot" you might try to capture. In my experience, more often than not, the lens cap falls off as I'm taking the camera out of my camera bag and is prone to fly off and get lost. VERY annoying. My intension is to attach a thin string somehow.
* Frankly, I see almost NO difference in the Digic III processor in this SX10 than I did in the Digic II processor of the S3 IS. IF the SX10 dropped fewer frames when snapping a pic during movie mode, that would be great - but I see no difference.
There are many other small annoyances between the S3 and the SX10 that I won't belabor here.
On the plus side, I will admit that the 20x Zoom is nice.
Summary:
IF you are contemplating upgrading from an S3 IS or an S5 IS, my advice is to give this one a pass and keep your current camera UNLESS you really want the 20x zoom.
Then I sold it to a friend and "upgraded" to this SX10 IS. Frankly, I generally regret parting with my venerable S3 IS.
In comparison:
* The S3 IS was smaller. Physically, if you measure, the ruler says that the SX10 is not that much bigger -- but the feel of the SX10 is heavy and clunky.
* The controls of the S3 were much easier to manipulate by touch (i.e. I'm looking thought the eye-piece and changing settings by feel) -- this SX10 seems much more difficult to do the same thing, I and find I have to look at the controls more.
* The lens cap on the S3 IS was tethered - attached - and I could flip it off with the flick of one finger and know I'm not going to lose. Whereas, the lens cap of the SX10 is NOT tethered and attaches differently making it hugely inconvenient for the "quick-shot" you might try to capture. In my experience, more often than not, the lens cap falls off as I'm taking the camera out of my camera bag and is prone to fly off and get lost. VERY annoying. My intension is to attach a thin string somehow.
* Frankly, I see almost NO difference in the Digic III processor in this SX10 than I did in the Digic II processor of the S3 IS. IF the SX10 dropped fewer frames when snapping a pic during movie mode, that would be great - but I see no difference.
There are many other small annoyances between the S3 and the SX10 that I won't belabor here.
On the plus side, I will admit that the 20x Zoom is nice.
Summary:
IF you are contemplating upgrading from an S3 IS or an S5 IS, my advice is to give this one a pass and keep your current camera UNLESS you really want the 20x zoom.
Скроменый эксперт
12.08.2009
10/10
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This camera has alot of features and settings you can adjust which might seem a little intimidating if your not a pro but it is really easy to use. The menu is clear and I like how you can view everything (settings) on the screen. Speaking of the screen, this camera has a large (3") one and is easily viewable in bright sunlight unlike older lcd displays. The preset picture settings are handy and work well, Sunset and Landscape are great! The 10X optical makes the zoom very clear and the automatic image stabilizer is very helpfull especially when zoomed in on a distant object. I do like how it uses regular batteries (2 AA's) over using a battery pack. It does consume alot of juice but I tried the Energizer Ultimate Lithum batteries and they last much, much longer. Don't bother using the supplied 32mb memory card it holds very little. Just buy the Transcend 8GB HDSC card and this camera will take thousands of pics even on the highest resolution setting.
Overall this camera is a good size, has great zoom, is easy to use, takes excellent pictures, and is a good price for how many features it has.
Overall this camera is a good size, has great zoom, is easy to use, takes excellent pictures, and is a good price for how many features it has.
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21.07.2009
10/10
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I got this camera from Amazon about a week ago. Aside from using a simple cheap point and shoot camera, I'm new to photography. I bought this camera because I wants something that took video and pictures. This camera takes very good pictures and very good video (NOT HD). I'm new and I am amazed at some of the shots I can get with this camera. I now look for shot as I drive and go out to take nature photos. I will say that you need to read the manual. Which I did right after getting the camera. There is a lot to learn with this camera. It can be as point and shoot or as manual as you want it. My dad liked my camera so much that he bought a camera based solely on messing around with mine. This is a very good camera. Check out some of the photos I uploaded for this camera. There are some aspects of the camera though that I can see that aren't the best. The higher ISOs gets grainy, I wish it was a little faster, like to have a better flash, and I wish there was a better way to manually focus. The dial wheel that some people complain about isn't that bad as far as I can say. I haven't had that much of a problem using it. All in all this is a veery good camera.
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18.11.2009
10/10
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I like this camera a lot. I have taken so many pictures and I am still learning and experimenting. I am new to digital and actually got this with a gift certificate. I would never go back to my 35mm now. I had several people tell me that Canon is an excellent lower end camera and I agree. The Powershot A590IS got great reviews on the tech sites on the internet. I especially like using the night feature. I got some great winter shots when it was snowing. Great pictures. If you are just starting or just want a great lower end camera, I would recommend this one. The Canon website has a lot of instructional information besides what comes with the camera. It has everything but the bag and I purchase that separately. I bought a Tamrac bag which I also highly recommend.
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03.04.2009
6/10
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I purchased this camera for my in-laws for Christmas. They are completely non-technical, have never used a digital camera or computer, and my mother-in-law asked me twice "where does the film go". That being said - they can understand and use this camera. It does not have a ton of features, which is good because it would only confuse them. That is not a slam to them, it's just fact. At the same time we purchased one of the small HP portable printers for them. My father-in-law understands it enough to use it when he wants a quick print, but I explained just taking the camera or card to get multiple prints or bring to me and I'll take care of it.
Christmas day we printed out several pictures on the printer, and they came out great - I, as well as my husband and in-laws were thoroughly surprised at the level of detail (says a lot about the camera and the printer).
HP A636 Compact Photo Printer
Shot to shot time is not particularly fast, so be patient, and don't move the camera too fast after taking the picture. I'm used to my higher end digital cameras though, and Canon's are known for their slower response time.
I had a hard time deciding between 3 and 4 stars. On the one hand, I think I expected the drawbacks of this camera, so with that expectation and based on the low price, and the great picture quality, it should probably be 4 stars. However given Canon's overall reputation as a leader in digital cameras, I think I expect better and a little faster and had to settle on just 3.
Christmas day we printed out several pictures on the printer, and they came out great - I, as well as my husband and in-laws were thoroughly surprised at the level of detail (says a lot about the camera and the printer).
HP A636 Compact Photo Printer
Shot to shot time is not particularly fast, so be patient, and don't move the camera too fast after taking the picture. I'm used to my higher end digital cameras though, and Canon's are known for their slower response time.
I had a hard time deciding between 3 and 4 stars. On the one hand, I think I expected the drawbacks of this camera, so with that expectation and based on the low price, and the great picture quality, it should probably be 4 stars. However given Canon's overall reputation as a leader in digital cameras, I think I expect better and a little faster and had to settle on just 3.
Скроменый эксперт
03.09.2009
8/10
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It took me a LONG time to research and purchase a digital camera. I have used inexpensive 35mm for my whole life. It was uncomfortable for me to get used to this camera. I didn't like how the viewer went black for a moment every time I took a picture. I admit I wasn't embracing the whole digital thing, but I was willing to learn. I had already purchased a second memory card and was receiving the low battery warning when this camera fell about four feet off of our kitchen counter. The lens broke and now I am in the market for another camera. In this economy, it is tough to shell out a few hundred dollars for broken "toys". I use cameras to document the life and growth of my kids, not to win photo competitions. If I am spending money on batteries, or chargers, memory chips and now a whole new camera, it makes my old inexpensive 35mm seem really attractive again. I can't even comment on how the photos look. I never even got the chance to download them. Don't drop this camera. It won't survive.
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12.09.2009
10/10
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Let me start by saying that I'm basically a point and shoot kind of camera user, from time to time I get creative and do a little bit of macro photos and B&Ws but that's it.
I upgraded from the S2 IS and I must say that I'm really happy with my new camera, it feels less clunky that the S2, the black body color is definitely nicer that the old silver and the bigger screen is a superb improvement.
The IS works pretty well and you will notice it the most at full zoom. Another really nice thing is the wide angle lens, no one is left outside the photo in confined spaces (like small rooms, or cramped restaurants) anymore.
I've been reluctant to buy a SLR because of the wider selection of lenses and the investment that it demands, with this camera so far I can cover all my needs and postpone the jump to a SLR even further.
Bottomline, if you want an all around camera with a super zoom and wide lens then this is the camera for you...
I upgraded from the S2 IS and I must say that I'm really happy with my new camera, it feels less clunky that the S2, the black body color is definitely nicer that the old silver and the bigger screen is a superb improvement.
The IS works pretty well and you will notice it the most at full zoom. Another really nice thing is the wide angle lens, no one is left outside the photo in confined spaces (like small rooms, or cramped restaurants) anymore.
I've been reluctant to buy a SLR because of the wider selection of lenses and the investment that it demands, with this camera so far I can cover all my needs and postpone the jump to a SLR even further.
Bottomline, if you want an all around camera with a super zoom and wide lens then this is the camera for you...
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04.03.2010
10/10
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After two years of perfect service in several locations in Italy, France and US I can say that this is very reliable camera, with semiprofessional features. It's need a lot of juice from the batteries, and you need definitely rechargeables, but the pictures are fantastic even with low light and in motion. It can be used as a point-and-shoot but allows manual and artistic touches.
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01.12.2009
8/10
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My son and i went on a 12 day hike in the northern New Mexico mountains and i wanted a good camera to take pictures. This model performed flawlessly. It's a bit more in weight than an avid ultralight backpacker may want but the features you get make up for the additional weight. Also, if paired up with Eneloop rechargeable batteries, you can leave the extra batteries behind. I took >650 pics and some video and still had plenty of battery life. The zoom on the camera is exceptional and very easy to operate. This is basically a digital SLR without the detachable lens. All the features of an SLR (assuming you know how to use them) and the ease of use make this one great camera. Highly recommended.
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01.05.2009
10/10
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I bought this for my son for Christmas to take on a trip to South America. I had done my research and knew it was a great camera.
My Review is about my buying experience not the camera.
I went online, found the best price at one of the NY camera houses only to to told a few days later that the camera & instruction book were the Japanese version. For another $30 I could get the English version. Needless to say I cancelled.
I placed the order a second time with another camera house only to be told the camera was not available. They tried to upsell me - once again I cancelled.
I had just about given up on the camera when I went to search one more time.
This time I found the camera here on Amazon. With the free postage the cost was only about $10 more than the least expensive I had found to date.
I placed the order and had the camera in 8 days.
My son trekked around Patagonia and took wonderful shots both at close range and distance using the 20x zoom. If it is not the best camera in its class out there I don't know what is.
The MORAL here is save yourself the aggravation of dealing with the NY camera houses which are known for somewhat questionable tactics. Just order it from an Authorized Amazon seller!!!
Ewald Wiberg
author of The Perfect Vacation: One Couple's Adventures at Sea With and Without the Kids
My Review is about my buying experience not the camera.
I went online, found the best price at one of the NY camera houses only to to told a few days later that the camera & instruction book were the Japanese version. For another $30 I could get the English version. Needless to say I cancelled.
I placed the order a second time with another camera house only to be told the camera was not available. They tried to upsell me - once again I cancelled.
I had just about given up on the camera when I went to search one more time.
This time I found the camera here on Amazon. With the free postage the cost was only about $10 more than the least expensive I had found to date.
I placed the order and had the camera in 8 days.
My son trekked around Patagonia and took wonderful shots both at close range and distance using the 20x zoom. If it is not the best camera in its class out there I don't know what is.
The MORAL here is save yourself the aggravation of dealing with the NY camera houses which are known for somewhat questionable tactics. Just order it from an Authorized Amazon seller!!!
Ewald Wiberg
author of The Perfect Vacation: One Couple's Adventures at Sea With and Without the Kids
Скроменый эксперт
25.10.2009
4/10
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I have had this camera more than 2 years and I continue to be disappointed. It is good outdoors and for Video but indoors it is just bad. Don't use the flash and your pictures have a 50 50 chance of turning out. Use the flash and it is ungodly slow. I have had 100 dollar cameras that warm up quicker. I will keep this camera for videos and buy another for photos. I miss out on way to many photos waiting on this camera flash to be ready or just to warm up for the next photo. I tried several different sd cards thinking it was slow because of them but it has made no difference. I read here that people like how small it is. It is not that small.
Pros for me
Good outdoor photos
Good video clips
AA batteries(use enerloops)
Cons
SLOOOOOOW
bad indoor photos
kind of bulky
Pros for me
Good outdoor photos
Good video clips
AA batteries(use enerloops)
Cons
SLOOOOOOW
bad indoor photos
kind of bulky
Скроменый эксперт
19.05.2010
10/10
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Великолепно
This was for my daughter christmas present, it can withstand a teenager abuse and it take clear nice pictures.
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03.06.2009
10/10
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I wanted a camera that was very easy to use yet very versatile. As intuitive as possible and this one fits perfectly. The oversized screen is terrific and the easy knob for selecting types of picture is quick and convenient. I use my camera for a variety of different situations ranging for travel and outdoor shots to closeup shots of small objects. It focuses quick and does a nice job.
I really like the tuck away flash. It stays tucked away and if the picture you are taking needs the flash a message will tell you to raise it.
Picture quality is excellent and the oversized viewing screen is really nice. glad I got this one over a less expensive model. Cost me a few dollars more but worth it.
This camera has a little bit more heft to it than many other smaller and less expensive cameras and I like that. It has a good feel in your hands.
Overall an excellent camera, easy to use, good price and very intuitive. Canon has a nice user friendly set of buttons and knobs that are standard across many of their cameras.
My camera gets a lot of heavy website use and its perfect for me. Connect the camera to a cable then drag and drop the pictures where I want them.
The drag and drop isn't the only way to transfer pics, just one of the ways and the easiest way for me.
I really like the tuck away flash. It stays tucked away and if the picture you are taking needs the flash a message will tell you to raise it.
Picture quality is excellent and the oversized viewing screen is really nice. glad I got this one over a less expensive model. Cost me a few dollars more but worth it.
This camera has a little bit more heft to it than many other smaller and less expensive cameras and I like that. It has a good feel in your hands.
Overall an excellent camera, easy to use, good price and very intuitive. Canon has a nice user friendly set of buttons and knobs that are standard across many of their cameras.
My camera gets a lot of heavy website use and its perfect for me. Connect the camera to a cable then drag and drop the pictures where I want them.
The drag and drop isn't the only way to transfer pics, just one of the ways and the easiest way for me.
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23.07.2009
8/10
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My previous camera wasa PS 80, so this review compares the A470 with that. The pictures it takes are fine. However, there are two points about the '470 I don't like. 1) The optical zoom is controlled by the joystick on the back of the camera; the '80 had a lever below the shoot button which was much easier to use. Also the optical zoom feature has to be selected in a menu before you start and it only works after you have depressed the shoot button half way. It isn't mentioned at all in the quick guide. I found it by poking around in the menus. ( I still haven't read the full manual)
2) It does not have an optical viewfinder. Since it is impossible to see what's on the screen in bright sunlight, it is difficult to see what you are aiming at.
I suppose you get what you pay for - the '80 cost me over £300 several years ago this '470 only cost £70 including two large capacity memory cards and two lots of P & P, so I think it is good value for money.
BTW I didn't bother installing the software that came with it. The stuff I already had on the PC worked to download the piccies.
de John G8SEQ
2) It does not have an optical viewfinder. Since it is impossible to see what's on the screen in bright sunlight, it is difficult to see what you are aiming at.
I suppose you get what you pay for - the '80 cost me over £300 several years ago this '470 only cost £70 including two large capacity memory cards and two lots of P & P, so I think it is good value for money.
BTW I didn't bother installing the software that came with it. The stuff I already had on the PC worked to download the piccies.
de John G8SEQ
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04.04.2009
8/10
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I just wanted to add in case people didn't realise that Canon issued a firmware update for this camera (SX1 IS) to incorporate RAW shooting. If you are not likely to shoot RAW then the upgrade isn't needed as it is only for this but for those who may like to try then it was released in March and is on the website. Mine updated fine although haven't experimented yet (hopefully Apple will add RAW support for this camera soon) there is editing software to download with the PDF manual available online from today.
I think the previous reviewers have covered most of my thoughts about the camera. I agree about the dial when in the creative modes at first I couldn't move this at all and thought it was broken! If you have a light gentle touch you will not be able to use this bit wait ease, in fact my thumb hurts when I try. I had to get my father to keep on using the dial to try and make it so I could move it on with more ease. It's getting better but I wouldn't depend on having to change a setting quickly by the dial. I wish Canon had thought about this as it really disappointed me when I first started to use it plus their support wasn't good at all.
I am enjoying using the camera a lot more than I have ever done and now it includes RAW it has added something which I realised other similar brands had but this one didn't until now. If only the dial didn't require "personal trainer strength building" sessions to move it :( it is definitely not user friendly even after 4 mths
I think the previous reviewers have covered most of my thoughts about the camera. I agree about the dial when in the creative modes at first I couldn't move this at all and thought it was broken! If you have a light gentle touch you will not be able to use this bit wait ease, in fact my thumb hurts when I try. I had to get my father to keep on using the dial to try and make it so I could move it on with more ease. It's getting better but I wouldn't depend on having to change a setting quickly by the dial. I wish Canon had thought about this as it really disappointed me when I first started to use it plus their support wasn't good at all.
I am enjoying using the camera a lot more than I have ever done and now it includes RAW it has added something which I realised other similar brands had but this one didn't until now. If only the dial didn't require "personal trainer strength building" sessions to move it :( it is definitely not user friendly even after 4 mths
Скроменый эксперт
14.03.2010
2/10
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I was given this camera last Mother's Day and loved it for about 6 months. The camera now says change batteries even when I have just put new batteries in it. Last night I had a "Girl's Night Out" party and I went through 8 batteries and only was able to take 10 pictures. That is beyond bad...Don't buy this camera.
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26.01.2010
8/10
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While I am sure you can generally find lemons in every product, this camera is a joy to own if it is in good working order.
A note about the battery life is don't try to use regular AA batteries unless you are just in a pinch. They will last no time at all. Invest in hi quality Ni Mh or whatever they are called rechargables. They last Waaaaay longer than alkaline. I am sure the camera heads already knew this but the info may help another non-camera head like me.
A note about the battery life is don't try to use regular AA batteries unless you are just in a pinch. They will last no time at all. Invest in hi quality Ni Mh or whatever they are called rechargables. They last Waaaaay longer than alkaline. I am sure the camera heads already knew this but the info may help another non-camera head like me.
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