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Вектрон-1XRKV
02.12.2010
2/10
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digital zoom will will not focus in less than 2 years
definitely an expensive disposable.
Never will by another cannon product and the support is terrible.
definitely an expensive disposable.
Never will by another cannon product and the support is terrible.
Эксопилот-8UACV
11.11.2008
10/10
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This camera is almost perfect. I'm not going to be able to add much to what the other reviewers have stated: I agree with all the good points (type of batteries it uses, easy to hold, great lenses that adapt themselves to shooting almost anything, doesn't weight too much but, at the same time, feels solid, easy to use, the rotating LCD display, etc.).
I cannot comment on the filming angle of the camera since I do not use it for films. I expect that, if I do use it to film something, it will be along the lines like the use of the camera that my cellular phone has: as an emergency measure only. If I need to film then I'll get a film camera.
Getting back to the camera: I've had mine for a bit over a week by now and shot over 400 photographs.
I'm definitively NOT a power user, but I do know a bit or two regarding what constitutes a good photograph: if I like it then it's a good one!
This machine makes almost all shots look like good ones. If you don't want to bother about anything, just select the AUTO function and zoom to the point of getting in the picture what you want. Period.
If, like me, you like to tinker a little (or a lot!), it has almost all the functions that you might wish for (and, perhaps, some more that you didn't know existed).
When I say that it's close to perfect it is because:
a) The shutter cannot be programmed for a lapse greater than 15 seconds. If you want to shoot stars or some other night pictures, this might be a bit of a concern. I would have liked the shutter to be fully programmable up to infinity.
b) The low battery alarm only comes on when you're dangerously low on power. By then it might be too late. I would have liked a battery level indicator that tells me at all times what the level of power is so that I can take precautionary measures (like buying some more batteries ahead of time).
c) The continuous shooting mode, when you have selected the 10 Mega pixel resolution, is slow. I was shooting a "corrida" here in México and action was a lot faster than what the machine was capable of capturing. Most certainly the 0.6 seconds that are specified need to be improved (perhaps up to 0.2 seconds or less). If someone tells me that I can get a faster response by lowering the resolution, my response would be: what's the point of getting a lot of low resolution pictures? If I'm shooting something it's because I'm interested in it in the first place!
If I had to resume this machine it would go along these lines: It has almost everything that you might want but doesn't force you to use it: it leaves you the freedom to be the type of photographer that you are.
Not much else that I can add.
I cannot comment on the filming angle of the camera since I do not use it for films. I expect that, if I do use it to film something, it will be along the lines like the use of the camera that my cellular phone has: as an emergency measure only. If I need to film then I'll get a film camera.
Getting back to the camera: I've had mine for a bit over a week by now and shot over 400 photographs.
I'm definitively NOT a power user, but I do know a bit or two regarding what constitutes a good photograph: if I like it then it's a good one!
This machine makes almost all shots look like good ones. If you don't want to bother about anything, just select the AUTO function and zoom to the point of getting in the picture what you want. Period.
If, like me, you like to tinker a little (or a lot!), it has almost all the functions that you might wish for (and, perhaps, some more that you didn't know existed).
When I say that it's close to perfect it is because:
a) The shutter cannot be programmed for a lapse greater than 15 seconds. If you want to shoot stars or some other night pictures, this might be a bit of a concern. I would have liked the shutter to be fully programmable up to infinity.
b) The low battery alarm only comes on when you're dangerously low on power. By then it might be too late. I would have liked a battery level indicator that tells me at all times what the level of power is so that I can take precautionary measures (like buying some more batteries ahead of time).
c) The continuous shooting mode, when you have selected the 10 Mega pixel resolution, is slow. I was shooting a "corrida" here in México and action was a lot faster than what the machine was capable of capturing. Most certainly the 0.6 seconds that are specified need to be improved (perhaps up to 0.2 seconds or less). If someone tells me that I can get a faster response by lowering the resolution, my response would be: what's the point of getting a lot of low resolution pictures? If I'm shooting something it's because I'm interested in it in the first place!
If I had to resume this machine it would go along these lines: It has almost everything that you might want but doesn't force you to use it: it leaves you the freedom to be the type of photographer that you are.
Not much else that I can add.
Аэронавт-7JHLF
01.12.2010
8/10
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Camera is very good and reliable. The AA batteries do not last very long though, which can be frustrating. Otherwise it is a solid Canon camera that takes very nice snapshots.
Фотон-6RZVT
30.04.2009
8/10
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The most outstanding features of this camera are its rather incredible potential focal length (i.e., 20x zoom), its high resolution (10MP), and its rather open configurability.
In my own case, the SX10 replaced a Canon S3 IS, a marvleous 6MP camera with which I obtained quite amazing photos. The SX10 is just about the same form factor, though deliberately a bit easier to grip, but delivers sharper images at all focal lengths, far longer focal lengths, and somewhat greater and much more easily accessed control of the settings for individual shots. Like its predecessor, the SX10 does not allow for saving shots as .RAW files, which is probably a good thing for Canon, because if they did the rationale for buying their mainstream digital SLRs would be less compelling.
I like Canon equipment very well and was inclined to upgrade into their product line, but compared the SX10 with as much of the competition as reasonable before biting the bullet. THe cameras I fussed with the most are the Canon G10, which adds .RAW files but has a much more limited optical zoom capability, and the Panasonic DMC-LX3. I nearly bought the latter, in fact, because it has much higher resolution video available, but at some cost to picture quality. Ultimately, I decided that I'd use a video camera for videos, and hence picture quality won out.
Aside from its limited f-stop range (endemic to its competitors), and its rather odd failure to include .RAW files, the limitations of the SX10 show up in comparison to digital SLRs. Aside from a comparatively circumspect range of f-stops, the focusing alternatives tend to be more restricted, the photo quality above about ISO 400 deteriorates pretty obviously, and the time between photos at maximum rep is actually lower than for the venerable S#. So if you spend a lot of time taking action photos, or shooting pictures at very low lighting, then consider the G10 or its competitors. If 90% of your shots are taking in reasonably lighting without lots of action, as are most of mine, then you will be VERY hard pressed to find a better compromise camera. It's not perfect, but that's not the point of a compromise, is it?
In my own case, the SX10 replaced a Canon S3 IS, a marvleous 6MP camera with which I obtained quite amazing photos. The SX10 is just about the same form factor, though deliberately a bit easier to grip, but delivers sharper images at all focal lengths, far longer focal lengths, and somewhat greater and much more easily accessed control of the settings for individual shots. Like its predecessor, the SX10 does not allow for saving shots as .RAW files, which is probably a good thing for Canon, because if they did the rationale for buying their mainstream digital SLRs would be less compelling.
I like Canon equipment very well and was inclined to upgrade into their product line, but compared the SX10 with as much of the competition as reasonable before biting the bullet. THe cameras I fussed with the most are the Canon G10, which adds .RAW files but has a much more limited optical zoom capability, and the Panasonic DMC-LX3. I nearly bought the latter, in fact, because it has much higher resolution video available, but at some cost to picture quality. Ultimately, I decided that I'd use a video camera for videos, and hence picture quality won out.
Aside from its limited f-stop range (endemic to its competitors), and its rather odd failure to include .RAW files, the limitations of the SX10 show up in comparison to digital SLRs. Aside from a comparatively circumspect range of f-stops, the focusing alternatives tend to be more restricted, the photo quality above about ISO 400 deteriorates pretty obviously, and the time between photos at maximum rep is actually lower than for the venerable S#. So if you spend a lot of time taking action photos, or shooting pictures at very low lighting, then consider the G10 or its competitors. If 90% of your shots are taking in reasonably lighting without lots of action, as are most of mine, then you will be VERY hard pressed to find a better compromise camera. It's not perfect, but that's not the point of a compromise, is it?
ОмниКод-1NVFN
17.03.2009
10/10
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If you are looking for an affordable camera (in the $100-ish range) that can do a lot, then this unit may be for you.
When our last digital camera bit the dust after a long and productive life (an earlier generation Canon) we started looking for a replacement, and were extremely pleased to find this camera.
This is what I was looking for:
1) A camera with enough megapixels to be able to produce high quality images (this one has 8MP)
2) A camera with a viewfinder. Many cameras lack that feature, but I do much better by using a viewfinder than by using a digital display. The reason I prefer a viewfinder is that I have continuous focus lenses in my glasses, and it's tough for me to look at a digital display and simultaneously at my subject, but with a viewfinder that's not an issue. This camera has a good viewfinder.
3)I wanted a camera with a range of features. This one, of course, has several photo capabilities, plus video capabilities.
4) I wanted a camera that uses a standard sized battery so I can get replacement batteries wherever I go. This camera uses two AA batteries - so no problem there.
5) I wanted a camera that uses a standard SD card to store images, and this one does. That makes it EASY to upload images to my computer, and even to remove the SD card and plug that card directly into a digital photo frame, or into my TV which has a slot for an SD card.
6) I wanted a camera I could grip - and the shape of the camera allows that.
All in all, this is a great camera for family's and my camera needs.
Lest you think that this camera is the end all be all of cameras, it has are a few shortcomings. One such shortcoming is that the viewfinder does not have framing guides in it, so you have to guess at where the edges of the image will be. When you use the viewfinder the image captured will have more space around the edges than you can see through the viewfinder, especially if you happen to wear glasses, which make it more difficult to get your eye close to the viewfinder.
All in all, though, I think that this is definitely a 5-star camera for this price range. I don't think you will go wrong if you choose this camera for your snapshot photo needs.
Thanks Cannon! 5 stars all the way!
When our last digital camera bit the dust after a long and productive life (an earlier generation Canon) we started looking for a replacement, and were extremely pleased to find this camera.
This is what I was looking for:
1) A camera with enough megapixels to be able to produce high quality images (this one has 8MP)
2) A camera with a viewfinder. Many cameras lack that feature, but I do much better by using a viewfinder than by using a digital display. The reason I prefer a viewfinder is that I have continuous focus lenses in my glasses, and it's tough for me to look at a digital display and simultaneously at my subject, but with a viewfinder that's not an issue. This camera has a good viewfinder.
3)I wanted a camera with a range of features. This one, of course, has several photo capabilities, plus video capabilities.
4) I wanted a camera that uses a standard sized battery so I can get replacement batteries wherever I go. This camera uses two AA batteries - so no problem there.
5) I wanted a camera that uses a standard SD card to store images, and this one does. That makes it EASY to upload images to my computer, and even to remove the SD card and plug that card directly into a digital photo frame, or into my TV which has a slot for an SD card.
6) I wanted a camera I could grip - and the shape of the camera allows that.
All in all, this is a great camera for family's and my camera needs.
Lest you think that this camera is the end all be all of cameras, it has are a few shortcomings. One such shortcoming is that the viewfinder does not have framing guides in it, so you have to guess at where the edges of the image will be. When you use the viewfinder the image captured will have more space around the edges than you can see through the viewfinder, especially if you happen to wear glasses, which make it more difficult to get your eye close to the viewfinder.
All in all, though, I think that this is definitely a 5-star camera for this price range. I don't think you will go wrong if you choose this camera for your snapshot photo needs.
Thanks Cannon! 5 stars all the way!
Астероид-0FDTW
27.06.2009
10/10
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I immediately put the Canon SX110IS to work shooting flowers using the M (manual) mode with micro. I was amazed with the clarity and sharpness of each shot after I'd made the necessary manual F Stop and speed adjustments. Over the last two months I'd been experimenting with all the scene modes; indoor mode shots, kids & pets mode, night-snapshot mode, landscape and portrait modes. I wasn't as impressed with any one of them. The TV and AV modes don't impress me, however, if I don't want to use time making manual adjustments, TV and AV work fine. Don't expect your photos to be exceptionally sharp. I have yet to work with the P (Program mode). This Canon takes clear, steady movies. The sound is good, too. Just be careful...when you turn to movie mode and want to shoot in standard, turn the ring around the Func/set button. You'll get a readout, it tell you which mode you are in...Standard or Compact. Compact makes the movie small thereby emailing will go faster. But the compact mode gets blurry when watching it on the full screen computer or TV. I take my movies on Standard mode 640x480 30fps. By using that you'll get the clarity of almost HD movies. Oh, I use rechargeable Ni-MH AA batteries. I was in Denver, CO for three days last month and took 150 photos and three movies on one set of rechargeable AAs, and they still had juice in them when I got home. I also use a 16GB memory so I'll won't run out, but I do carry a 4GB SanDick ExtremeIII memory card as backup. Check the front page of this camera to see the closeup shot of a yellow flower I took last month.
This Canon SX110IS is my fav. I'm going to purchase a Flip UltraHD camcorder, 120 minute. Both cameras will accompany me to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico in October when I go for my son's wedding. I'm aware that the Flip doesn't have image stabilizing, but my hand is Ultra Steady. Good like people with your camera purchase. I hope you'll be as happy with yours as I am with mine.
This Canon SX110IS is my fav. I'm going to purchase a Flip UltraHD camcorder, 120 minute. Both cameras will accompany me to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico in October when I go for my son's wedding. I'm aware that the Flip doesn't have image stabilizing, but my hand is Ultra Steady. Good like people with your camera purchase. I hope you'll be as happy with yours as I am with mine.
Зета-Орион-0JNRA
21.09.2010
10/10
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For $250 the Canon PowerShot A540 is an excellant camera. The camera is easy to operate, gives good quality pictures at 6MP and the display is large enough to actually see what the picture looks like that you just took. Of course an LCD viewer remains difficult to see clearly in bright sunlight. The camera is not quite as small and thin as other cameras on the market but the price is right for this camera.
ОмниКод-8SUBE
25.06.2010
10/10
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I read a reviewer in PC world who said " My 3 year old son can take pictures with this cammera". He was right. I put in automatic mode, and concentrate soley on composition now. The camera works supriseingly well in very low light stuatuions, if the light is below a certin level, the flash automaticaly fires. I have only scrathed the surface of the capabilities of this cammera. AND it was only a few dollars over 100 $. It's only drawback?, I only get about 70 shots from duracel battiers, other brands give me less that 35 shots. Also the incuded memeory chip will only let you take 12 pictures, buy a 4 or 8 gigabyte card as soon as the cammera arives. Either should give more than 500 shots in memeory.
Спектроник-3ZRJL
03.08.2009
8/10
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Had I owned this camera before I owned the A720IS I might be giving it five stars, but when comparing the two this one loses both in build quality and feel. Back in June I was traveling across Louisiana on my way from Brownsville, TX to Clarksville, TN when my A720IS managed to drop from my truck unnoticed. I had owned it for more than a year, was thoroughly satisfied with it and am still furious with myself for losing it! The A720 felt very good in my hands and had a very nice fit. The A590 is a bit smaller and doesn't feel quite as good, but this is purely subjective on my part and will not be the case for everyone. Build quality is not subjective: the zoom mechanism is disappointingly sloppy. The zoom lever doesn't have the same substantial feel as the one on the A720 and the whole zoom operation is considerably less precise. With the A720 the lens would 'stop on a dime' when the lever was released while on the A590 the lens continues to drive for a millisecond or so, just long enough to position the lens at an undesired zoom level and making readjustments quite necessary. The 4x optical zoom is adequate for most purposes but comes up short compared to the 6x of the A720. None of these things is a deal-breaker and wouldn't matter on their own. It is only when comparing this camera with the A720 that one notices the difference. In my opinion Canon took a step back with this camera, albeit a small step, and if you are able to find the 720 for a reasonable price I would recommend it over the 590; however, both are capable cameras that take good quality pictures and both will serve you well. There are still a few 590's for sale off the shelf in stores and the clearance prices make them very attractive buys, especially now that both they and the A720 have been priced way out of reason in on-line stores.
Дроид-6VCCC
12.08.2010
8/10
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I got this sock free with my Ixus 80 almost two years ago. I kept my camera in it for the whole two years and it has been all around the world with me - there isn't a scratch or mark on that camera. I took the caribiner and cord off and just use the strap attached to the camera - the sock doesn't slip off. If like me you keep your camera in a bigger bag/handbag, then this handy little sock just protects it from scratches - it's lightweight, can be washed and doesn't end up bulking your camera to twice the size.
Perfect.
Perfect.
Аэронавт-0ZEPA
05.04.2009
10/10
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I had a Nokia digital camera for a couple of years. I don't have much knowledge and wanted a camera where I could easily use the auto mode. Well, the pictures always came out too dark even when a flash was used. Luckily I dropped the camera and broke the lens for it made me do in depth research before I purchased this little gem of a camera.
I needed a workable camera for a New York City trip and I heard good things about Canon as well as this camera in particular. I am thrilled with my purchase. It is a small camera that is also very sturdy and an excellent piece of equipment. Many electronic items now come with cds to read the manual. This one actually came with many manuals and they were lenghthy and definitely user friendly. Everything is described in full detail from first set up of the camera to the great enhancement features this camera possesses.
But luckily for me I was able to go to New York and use the camera in the auto mode and it took amazing puctures whether it be day or night, cloudy or sunny. The detail is amazing and color is crisp. Whem I the pictures to mt computer again there were easy to follow instructions provided. Everything about this camera is A+ and I can't wait to explore the more advanced enhacements it has. No item is perfect and people are complaining about the battery life with the camera. I have had no such problem. I own a 4 AA battery rechargeable kit and I put freshly charged batteries into the camera and went 5 days, taking over 200 pictures without the batteries needing to be changed. Now 2 more weeks have gone by and those same batteries are running strong.
With so many oprtions out there with electronics it is very important to go by others experience using the item and really read their opinions to see what applies to you. For me this camera receives the highest grade. I can use the auto mode as I desire for perfect pictures and there are many great additional features to utilize as I progress as a photographer. I now also trust Canon and learned my lesson about Nokia. Canon is reliable and this product comes well packaged with all the instructions you need.
Highly recommend this superb digital camera.
I needed a workable camera for a New York City trip and I heard good things about Canon as well as this camera in particular. I am thrilled with my purchase. It is a small camera that is also very sturdy and an excellent piece of equipment. Many electronic items now come with cds to read the manual. This one actually came with many manuals and they were lenghthy and definitely user friendly. Everything is described in full detail from first set up of the camera to the great enhancement features this camera possesses.
But luckily for me I was able to go to New York and use the camera in the auto mode and it took amazing puctures whether it be day or night, cloudy or sunny. The detail is amazing and color is crisp. Whem I the pictures to mt computer again there were easy to follow instructions provided. Everything about this camera is A+ and I can't wait to explore the more advanced enhacements it has. No item is perfect and people are complaining about the battery life with the camera. I have had no such problem. I own a 4 AA battery rechargeable kit and I put freshly charged batteries into the camera and went 5 days, taking over 200 pictures without the batteries needing to be changed. Now 2 more weeks have gone by and those same batteries are running strong.
With so many oprtions out there with electronics it is very important to go by others experience using the item and really read their opinions to see what applies to you. For me this camera receives the highest grade. I can use the auto mode as I desire for perfect pictures and there are many great additional features to utilize as I progress as a photographer. I now also trust Canon and learned my lesson about Nokia. Canon is reliable and this product comes well packaged with all the instructions you need.
Highly recommend this superb digital camera.
Пульсар-9ALKD
29.12.2008
10/10
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Canon PowerShot A590IS 8MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
My one Daughter lost her camera, so I gave her my two year old Kodak point and shoot camera and hit the Internet to find me a replacement for that one. After spending several hours looking and reading reviews, I picked the Cannon A590IS. The things I liked about the camera when I first saw it, was the shape. I don't like those real small flat ones. They are great to stick in your shirt pocket, but are hard to hold steady and shoot. This one had a nice handle like grip where the batteries fit in and you can hold it and shoot with one hand if you want to. It's still small enough to fit into a coat pocket, purse and pants pocket. It had great reviews and the price was great.I sure wasn't disappointed when I got it and got a chance to use it. It was everything people were saying it was. Easy to figure out, took great pictures and had a good zoom.
I wanted a camera that used AA batteries, which you can find anywhere if your batteries die on you. The Cannon had that too. But it had something my Kodak didn't have and that was a view finder. Not many cameras have a view finder anymore. It really comes in handy when the sun is bright and washes out your LCD screen.But I soon discovered another great use for it. The view finder can stretch the life of your batteries a long way. On many shots, I turn the screen off and shoot using the view finder. The screen will light up for a second or two and show me what I shot and turn off again. That really is a great battery saver if used and would take care of most of the complaints about this camera.
There are so many features on this camera, both automatic and adjustable that it's hard to believe it sells for so little. It should satisfy the needs of about anyone, novice or skilled camera user.
A good safety feature you can use, is when putting your camera away, put the switch in (review) mode and not in (shoot)mode. That way if it accidentally gets turned on, the lens won't open up and push against what ever you put it in with and mess up the lens.
I liked this camera so much, I just ordered two more. One for my other Daughter and one for my Son. They should get them this week and I'm sure they will love it as much as I do.
If your looking for a good point and shoot camera with most of the bells and whistles on it and small enough to put in your pocket, but big enough to get a good grip on it, you can't go wrong with this camera. You will love this Cannon.
My one Daughter lost her camera, so I gave her my two year old Kodak point and shoot camera and hit the Internet to find me a replacement for that one. After spending several hours looking and reading reviews, I picked the Cannon A590IS. The things I liked about the camera when I first saw it, was the shape. I don't like those real small flat ones. They are great to stick in your shirt pocket, but are hard to hold steady and shoot. This one had a nice handle like grip where the batteries fit in and you can hold it and shoot with one hand if you want to. It's still small enough to fit into a coat pocket, purse and pants pocket. It had great reviews and the price was great.I sure wasn't disappointed when I got it and got a chance to use it. It was everything people were saying it was. Easy to figure out, took great pictures and had a good zoom.
I wanted a camera that used AA batteries, which you can find anywhere if your batteries die on you. The Cannon had that too. But it had something my Kodak didn't have and that was a view finder. Not many cameras have a view finder anymore. It really comes in handy when the sun is bright and washes out your LCD screen.But I soon discovered another great use for it. The view finder can stretch the life of your batteries a long way. On many shots, I turn the screen off and shoot using the view finder. The screen will light up for a second or two and show me what I shot and turn off again. That really is a great battery saver if used and would take care of most of the complaints about this camera.
There are so many features on this camera, both automatic and adjustable that it's hard to believe it sells for so little. It should satisfy the needs of about anyone, novice or skilled camera user.
A good safety feature you can use, is when putting your camera away, put the switch in (review) mode and not in (shoot)mode. That way if it accidentally gets turned on, the lens won't open up and push against what ever you put it in with and mess up the lens.
I liked this camera so much, I just ordered two more. One for my other Daughter and one for my Son. They should get them this week and I'm sure they will love it as much as I do.
If your looking for a good point and shoot camera with most of the bells and whistles on it and small enough to put in your pocket, but big enough to get a good grip on it, you can't go wrong with this camera. You will love this Cannon.
Интеллектор-2VPGP
06.06.2010
2/10
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Hi
I researched for a good camera and zeroed in on the SX1. It was real hard for me to shell out about $650 for the camera and memory card.
Pros: What I liked with the camera: good contrast, colors in pictures. 20x optical and 4x digital (80x combined) zoom is super!
Cons: Pathetic image quality. If you take some pictures of trees + grass, everything is smudged. My 7 year old Fuji 2800 model (2 MP) camera takes sharper pictures (see my post at [...]) in which we can see the grass and foliage with well defined borders... This has been a great disappointment and nullifies all the pluses of the camera.
I am returning this item to seller...very unfortunate experience
Update:
I have returned the camera
I researched for a good camera and zeroed in on the SX1. It was real hard for me to shell out about $650 for the camera and memory card.
Pros: What I liked with the camera: good contrast, colors in pictures. 20x optical and 4x digital (80x combined) zoom is super!
Cons: Pathetic image quality. If you take some pictures of trees + grass, everything is smudged. My 7 year old Fuji 2800 model (2 MP) camera takes sharper pictures (see my post at [...]) in which we can see the grass and foliage with well defined borders... This has been a great disappointment and nullifies all the pluses of the camera.
I am returning this item to seller...very unfortunate experience
Update:
I have returned the camera
Синтрон-3RDIC
26.06.2009
8/10
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It was really hard to choose between this camera and a more expensive DSLR ....and all that entails...but I wish I'd made the jump...
But that's just my personal take...
This is without doubt a great camera, with features galore for the enthusiast.
Or those willing to become one...:)
The main reason for my purchase, beside the manual controls...
is the great swiveling LCD...once you've used one you don't want go back (sort of like dial-up vs cable :)
And there's that big zoom lens...
Most folks will find the wide angle more useful than extreme zoom, but the long zoom is really fun to play with thanks to the image stabilization.
It's an excellent camera...you just have to learn how take advantage of it's strength's
and you will experience a learning curve...it's one you will HAVE to play with, read the user guide, refer to frequently... and then perhaps love to play with ;)
It is a a great feature-packed, photography enthusiast imaging tool that produces excellent images, and it FEELS like a real camera, solidly built
The features and price points sort of blur when you can get a camera like this with so many features and control options versus a DSLR...
with a better sensor...that is a consideration, indeed...$
otherwise,it's a good buy IMHO!
I think the SX10 offers an outstanding value for photographers that want extended control over the camera, and are willing to put some time and effort learning how to do so...without breaking the bank...
but there's that darn DSLR looming....
Bottom line,
I love this camera,
not everyone will,
it loves to have it's buttons pushed, just so you know where YOU are...
or where to lead you..
And you must read/refer to the manual
It's definitely not a point&shoot except on Auto, and that works well in most situations too.
But that's just my personal take...
This is without doubt a great camera, with features galore for the enthusiast.
Or those willing to become one...:)
The main reason for my purchase, beside the manual controls...
is the great swiveling LCD...once you've used one you don't want go back (sort of like dial-up vs cable :)
And there's that big zoom lens...
Most folks will find the wide angle more useful than extreme zoom, but the long zoom is really fun to play with thanks to the image stabilization.
It's an excellent camera...you just have to learn how take advantage of it's strength's
and you will experience a learning curve...it's one you will HAVE to play with, read the user guide, refer to frequently... and then perhaps love to play with ;)
It is a a great feature-packed, photography enthusiast imaging tool that produces excellent images, and it FEELS like a real camera, solidly built
The features and price points sort of blur when you can get a camera like this with so many features and control options versus a DSLR...
with a better sensor...that is a consideration, indeed...$
otherwise,it's a good buy IMHO!
I think the SX10 offers an outstanding value for photographers that want extended control over the camera, and are willing to put some time and effort learning how to do so...without breaking the bank...
but there's that darn DSLR looming....
Bottom line,
I love this camera,
not everyone will,
it loves to have it's buttons pushed, just so you know where YOU are...
or where to lead you..
And you must read/refer to the manual
It's definitely not a point&shoot except on Auto, and that works well in most situations too.
ТехноНаблюдатель-0PUAA
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.
Вектрон-8ZZDA
01.01.2009
8/10
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I got the Canon SX10 because it seemed to be better than the Nikon P80. But when I brought it home, it frustrated me that I couldn't zoom in and focus on someone's eye while 5 feet away. (the P80 couldn't either) I also didn't think it did great in poor lighting without the flash. The files were a bit grainy, and sometimes it didn't focus.
So I returned it and got the Nikon P80. I fell in love with it because of the ease of use, the manual was so easy to understand, everything seemed wonderful. But when I compared the pictures side by side with the Canon pictures, Canon came out ahead. I took pictures with both cameras of the same things, at the same times and settings. The Canon images were more true to color, they were clearer, and flash didn't dominate or change the lighting. It performed better in almost everything, and it's a much more solid feeling camera.
THE VIDEO AND SOUND QUALITY WERE MILES APART!! The Nikon video was very grainy and not too focused. When I played it back on my computer, the mono sound was so hollow. But the Canon video was so clear I could see my reflection in my daughter's eye! And the sound is truly in stereo! There is NO comparison. You can even take still pics while doing a video with the Canon, but not with the Nikon.
Nikon is definitely better at taking sharp, clear images in poor lighting. But in the zoom, Canon is slightly ahead.
I don't really like the design of the Canon, specifically the location of the three buttons where my thumb likes to hold the camera. One of them is the DELETE button! I keep accidently pressing those buttons! They should not be there. There should be a rubber grip like on the Nikon, and nothing else.
Also, I like the lens cap better on the Nikon than on the Canon, but for the quality of the pics and especially the video and stereo sound, who cares about the cap!
Well, I went back to the store and asked for my Canon. They still had it in the same place when I had returned it the day before. I'm loving it now. I will learn to grip my camera wider so that I don't hit the buttons, and I will zoom out just a bit to get that perfect shot.
There is yet another thing. When I looked at the "details" for the files, the Nikon ones recorded at 300 dpi, and the Canon ones were only at 180 dpi. So I don't know what's going on there. They were both set at the highest, largest, superfine settings. Oh well. I still think the Canon SX10 performs better than the Nikon P80.
So I returned it and got the Nikon P80. I fell in love with it because of the ease of use, the manual was so easy to understand, everything seemed wonderful. But when I compared the pictures side by side with the Canon pictures, Canon came out ahead. I took pictures with both cameras of the same things, at the same times and settings. The Canon images were more true to color, they were clearer, and flash didn't dominate or change the lighting. It performed better in almost everything, and it's a much more solid feeling camera.
THE VIDEO AND SOUND QUALITY WERE MILES APART!! The Nikon video was very grainy and not too focused. When I played it back on my computer, the mono sound was so hollow. But the Canon video was so clear I could see my reflection in my daughter's eye! And the sound is truly in stereo! There is NO comparison. You can even take still pics while doing a video with the Canon, but not with the Nikon.
Nikon is definitely better at taking sharp, clear images in poor lighting. But in the zoom, Canon is slightly ahead.
I don't really like the design of the Canon, specifically the location of the three buttons where my thumb likes to hold the camera. One of them is the DELETE button! I keep accidently pressing those buttons! They should not be there. There should be a rubber grip like on the Nikon, and nothing else.
Also, I like the lens cap better on the Nikon than on the Canon, but for the quality of the pics and especially the video and stereo sound, who cares about the cap!
Well, I went back to the store and asked for my Canon. They still had it in the same place when I had returned it the day before. I'm loving it now. I will learn to grip my camera wider so that I don't hit the buttons, and I will zoom out just a bit to get that perfect shot.
There is yet another thing. When I looked at the "details" for the files, the Nikon ones recorded at 300 dpi, and the Canon ones were only at 180 dpi. So I don't know what's going on there. They were both set at the highest, largest, superfine settings. Oh well. I still think the Canon SX10 performs better than the Nikon P80.
Капеллан-0FFYN
03.12.2009
10/10
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A1000is is a new version of powershot series and a newer version is available but this camera is enough for ordinary household and outdoor fun photography. These small automatic cameras are not for Commercial or Expert photographers even though you can take excellent photos to enter a contest.
If someon eis new to this camera it is good to go over the manual to understand the working otherwise if you had an older version like I had poershot A560, you do not need to read or know much about the working. Almost everything is similar with few upgrades. It is 10 megapixels so obviously the image has more pixels and must be more sharp and crisp but I do not find any difference between A560 (7.1mp) and A1000is (10mp).
I have taken great pictures using both cameras and I still have both and both working without any issues. It is easier to carry this camera in a pocket becaue it has no edges like the A560 but it could be slighty tricky for some to handle in one hand. Not a big problem for me.
Again the flash is not that strong for indoors and pictures are dim, darm or grainy. Excellent for outdoors in moderate light. Generally it is not recommended to take pitures in full bright sunlight as these get over exposed, such is the case with this camera also. If you get a deal on this it is good otherwise it is worth buying for what it is sold for these days.
If someon eis new to this camera it is good to go over the manual to understand the working otherwise if you had an older version like I had poershot A560, you do not need to read or know much about the working. Almost everything is similar with few upgrades. It is 10 megapixels so obviously the image has more pixels and must be more sharp and crisp but I do not find any difference between A560 (7.1mp) and A1000is (10mp).
I have taken great pictures using both cameras and I still have both and both working without any issues. It is easier to carry this camera in a pocket becaue it has no edges like the A560 but it could be slighty tricky for some to handle in one hand. Not a big problem for me.
Again the flash is not that strong for indoors and pictures are dim, darm or grainy. Excellent for outdoors in moderate light. Generally it is not recommended to take pitures in full bright sunlight as these get over exposed, such is the case with this camera also. If you get a deal on this it is good otherwise it is worth buying for what it is sold for these days.
Лунатик-0PJRK
24.03.2010
4/10
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This camera definitely felt right, and the price wasn't bad. I bought this off amazon not too long ago. Whether the camera is aging or not, i'm not too sure. But I do know for a fact that this camera is very unreliable when it comes to taking photos of individuals that are moving, thus resulting in blurry photos and a severely limited flash range. I do know that this camera model is old, but the quality should not be at this rate. Buyers should be aware that this camera is around 2x the bulk of normal camera sizes, thus making it slightly more awkward to carry about. I guess I could bring up the issues it has with taking photos at poor lighting, but i'm sure someone will pounce on my review saying I don't know how to use the functions properly and what not. The honest trust is that this camera is reliable for a good few months, and then simply refuses to work properly. Like other reviewers have said, save your money a little longer and buy that better brand of digital cameras that you do trust.
Аргонавт-0JWLY
30.12.2009
8/10
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Pros: Takes nice quality pictures.
As far as it being noisy, it is a bit noisy when you turn it on, and when you adjust the lens, but i didn't think it was bad at all.
Cons: I don't think its heavy at all, but of course it isn't a really slim camera either.
Summary: The delete button could have been marked better, as it has a diagram on it but not of the usual trash can. The trash can icon is directly under the delete button. My older dad, who's not so techy figured it out pretty quick but i still don't care for that particular thing.When your looking at the screen sometimes its a bit fuzzy or spotty but its great in macro if you hold the shutter button for a second or so. And the quality is never spotty or fuzzy, just the screen isn't perfect at times. Sometimes is great. But no major problems with it really. More on the noise quality: I don't even think it would wake a sleeping baby. There is no other noise except when the lens adjusts. You can turn all the other sounds off via the menu. Its not that heavy, but i suggest on any camera if you can to make sure it's the fit for your hands and to make sure that it isnt to heavy for you.
Takes nice pictures, the video is good too. Not heavy. Pretty easy to use, for those not that tech savvy.
As far as it being noisy, it is a bit noisy when you turn it on, and when you adjust the lens, but i didn't think it was bad at all.
Cons: I don't think its heavy at all, but of course it isn't a really slim camera either.
Summary: The delete button could have been marked better, as it has a diagram on it but not of the usual trash can. The trash can icon is directly under the delete button. My older dad, who's not so techy figured it out pretty quick but i still don't care for that particular thing.When your looking at the screen sometimes its a bit fuzzy or spotty but its great in macro if you hold the shutter button for a second or so. And the quality is never spotty or fuzzy, just the screen isn't perfect at times. Sometimes is great. But no major problems with it really. More on the noise quality: I don't even think it would wake a sleeping baby. There is no other noise except when the lens adjusts. You can turn all the other sounds off via the menu. Its not that heavy, but i suggest on any camera if you can to make sure it's the fit for your hands and to make sure that it isnt to heavy for you.
Takes nice pictures, the video is good too. Not heavy. Pretty easy to use, for those not that tech savvy.
НаноПилигрим-7ATLS
11.03.2010
2/10
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This camera takes WONDERFUL pictures, except like many other reviewers say, it will no longer stay on for more than 30 seconds before saying "replace the batteries." It is still in warranty, because I only bought it 7 months ago, but of course I lost the receipt, so I'm SOL. They still refuse to tell me how to get it fixed out of warranty or how much it would cost. DO NOT buy this camera, or any other models following it. A family member has gotten the newer one, the A1100 IS, which is more or less an upgrade to this one, and has the same exact problem. I also have a friend with this camera who ALSO has the problem! My mom however, with the A590, which is a little older, has absolutely no problem with hers, and its nearing two years old now. We have always owned Canon cameras, and replaced them every couple years as they broke (after 4 years, more reasonably) or my sister got them lost, and we have never had a problem until now. My respect for Canon has just drained from 5 stars to 1 star.
I DO NOT RECOMMEND.
I DO NOT RECOMMEND.
Аэронавт-0VTHJ
19.11.2009
10/10
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I purchased a SX10IS through Amazon - process and delivery was perfect. Wanting an advanced Point-and-Shoot for wildlife and wanting to avoid interchangeable lenses, I researched this camera thoroughly. It looks as though Canon has tried to overcome the shortcomings of the SX10 with changes in the SX20 and SX1 but went backwards in image quality and viewfinder definition. I needed wins in both these areas so I went with the older SX10. There must be a reason that they keep it in the lineup even after its replacements have been brought to market. Being my first serious digital camera, and coming from a film SLR background, I find I use the viewfinder as much as the LCD. I will grow into the LCD use I am sure. I was concerned by the reports that this camera does not take good pictures. I find it is very sharp right out of the box. It can not stretch the envelope with low light, way out zoom, ultra slow shutter speeds, but within these limitations I have been producing some very credible pictures after only a few days. They will only get better as I learn about this tool and get a tripod. I have not tried the video feature yet. Rigth out of the box, I set this SX10 up with a Lensmate filter converter, a 58mm protective filter, Eneloop recharge AA batts, 8 gig SD card and a LCD screen protective sheet. All set for a walk in the woods or shots into my backyard. I am very satisfied with my decision.
НаноРейдер-8NFFB
24.08.2009
10/10
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Delivery on camera: Very Good
Delivered Condition of used Cannon A520IS Camera: Excellent
I bought this ~ 2008 camera, rather than a new Powershot, because it had a larger view finder than the new 2009 Cannon cameras, and also: "Click" sound A-OK, speed of focus seems fast, View Finder: good; camera size: good, camera weight: good, ease of use: seems good.
A520IS brings the image up super fast.
This camera appears easier to use than my Nikon(Coolpix 4300).
I am very satisfied with my purchase of this used Cannon Powershot A520IS camera from this vendor. Vendor rating: excellent
mike
PS
Reason for purchase: Although I liked my Nikon(Coolpix 4300); it had 2 characteristics that I didn't like.
1. As the batteries get low in voltage, the picture focusing gets slightly slower & slower with no warning of low voltage, that I noticed. Hence I am pressing the picture button, harder & harder to get it to take the picture(very annoying) Then I realize after going through this process a few times that I need new batteries, again.
(Note, when I am taking pictures in the lab, my focus is on what is to be photographed, I am not worrying about low battery voltage. Hence the low voltage ALARM needs to be "UpFront".
Also, the "Click" sound on Nikon, is too low in volume. (annoying, because when outside or in a slightly noisy environment, it is hard to tell if you have taken the picture.
What's good on Nikon: Good viewfinder for working in darken lab condition.
Capability of taking many pictures (>150 -->200+ ) on memory card.
good camera controls, etc. I liked this Nikon better than the Fujifilm one.
Delivered Condition of used Cannon A520IS Camera: Excellent
I bought this ~ 2008 camera, rather than a new Powershot, because it had a larger view finder than the new 2009 Cannon cameras, and also: "Click" sound A-OK, speed of focus seems fast, View Finder: good; camera size: good, camera weight: good, ease of use: seems good.
A520IS brings the image up super fast.
This camera appears easier to use than my Nikon(Coolpix 4300).
I am very satisfied with my purchase of this used Cannon Powershot A520IS camera from this vendor. Vendor rating: excellent
mike
PS
Reason for purchase: Although I liked my Nikon(Coolpix 4300); it had 2 characteristics that I didn't like.
1. As the batteries get low in voltage, the picture focusing gets slightly slower & slower with no warning of low voltage, that I noticed. Hence I am pressing the picture button, harder & harder to get it to take the picture(very annoying) Then I realize after going through this process a few times that I need new batteries, again.
(Note, when I am taking pictures in the lab, my focus is on what is to be photographed, I am not worrying about low battery voltage. Hence the low voltage ALARM needs to be "UpFront".
Also, the "Click" sound on Nikon, is too low in volume. (annoying, because when outside or in a slightly noisy environment, it is hard to tell if you have taken the picture.
What's good on Nikon: Good viewfinder for working in darken lab condition.
Capability of taking many pictures (>150 -->200+ ) on memory card.
good camera controls, etc. I liked this Nikon better than the Fujifilm one.
Спектроник-8ZEDH
11.12.2008
10/10
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On the advice of the MIS Honcho at work, because he's so smart most people don't understand what he's saying half the time even though he's speaking English, I decided to abandon my Nikon Coolpix 2100, 2.0 megapixel camera in favor of this model. The spotlight review pushed me over the edge too, and unlike him, I know next to nothing more complicated than a P-38 can opener. (See my review.)
This camera comes with a 79-page software starter guide. (If you go beyond that it will be upside down and in Spanish.) Like a car owner's manual, it will be in my drawer for the next several years, largely unread. It also comes with a 199-page user guide, which like my car owner's manual will be in my drawer for the next several years, largely unread. There is another one that says Guia del usuario del la camera. (I might have a harder time with that one--that is 208 pages.) There is a solution disk. (That word sounds hopeful.) There are two, AA batteries and a puny 32 mb memory card included that might see me through Christmas Day, but I won't take the chance. (I'll replace that with a 4 GB card from Kingston at $8.99 including shipping.) Besides cables whose use I understand about as much as I would a Hindu chant, it comes with a neat little neck strap which I am sure to lose in record time.
I ordered this yesterday, regular shipping, through J & R World where smart New Yorkers shop, which might explain why I got it here today, or just because I live in the same city. It's one of the many discount stores that seems to survive when others go under, and the price was $100 less than the ancient Nikon I thought was such a deal five years ago.
I usually think of products like these using a Blanchard/Hersey Leadership Model. S1 is Ho-No; S2 is Ho-Hum; S3 is Ho-Kay, and S4 is Ho-Ho. This is very Ho-Ho, which is also appropriate for the season. I will try and take a picture of my Christmas tree with it, and post it, before my great nephews and great niece destroy it this Sunday.
Floyd also advised me to spend even more money on better batteries and a recharger that tells you when your batteries are fully charged, and stops charging them, thus saving battery life. (Put a suction attachment to my pockets, will ya?!)
I will add more to this review as time and experience permits.
Merry Christmas!
P. S. On December 11, 2008, The New York Times published an article of the "Best Bets in Cameras for $300 or Less" in their Business section. The Canon Powershot SD880IS "towers above the rest," they said.
This camera comes with a 79-page software starter guide. (If you go beyond that it will be upside down and in Spanish.) Like a car owner's manual, it will be in my drawer for the next several years, largely unread. It also comes with a 199-page user guide, which like my car owner's manual will be in my drawer for the next several years, largely unread. There is another one that says Guia del usuario del la camera. (I might have a harder time with that one--that is 208 pages.) There is a solution disk. (That word sounds hopeful.) There are two, AA batteries and a puny 32 mb memory card included that might see me through Christmas Day, but I won't take the chance. (I'll replace that with a 4 GB card from Kingston at $8.99 including shipping.) Besides cables whose use I understand about as much as I would a Hindu chant, it comes with a neat little neck strap which I am sure to lose in record time.
I ordered this yesterday, regular shipping, through J & R World where smart New Yorkers shop, which might explain why I got it here today, or just because I live in the same city. It's one of the many discount stores that seems to survive when others go under, and the price was $100 less than the ancient Nikon I thought was such a deal five years ago.
I usually think of products like these using a Blanchard/Hersey Leadership Model. S1 is Ho-No; S2 is Ho-Hum; S3 is Ho-Kay, and S4 is Ho-Ho. This is very Ho-Ho, which is also appropriate for the season. I will try and take a picture of my Christmas tree with it, and post it, before my great nephews and great niece destroy it this Sunday.
Floyd also advised me to spend even more money on better batteries and a recharger that tells you when your batteries are fully charged, and stops charging them, thus saving battery life. (Put a suction attachment to my pockets, will ya?!)
I will add more to this review as time and experience permits.
Merry Christmas!
P. S. On December 11, 2008, The New York Times published an article of the "Best Bets in Cameras for $300 or Less" in their Business section. The Canon Powershot SD880IS "towers above the rest," they said.
Лунатик-4LNWF
25.08.2009
10/10
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My old camera is a Panasonic FZ7 that I purchased about four years ago for about $500 when they first came out. I was perfectly happy with it until I saw the pictures my girlfriend was getting with a $149 Nikon point and shoot camera that she recently bought. Her average shots outperformed my best with the FZ7. That was the catalyst for buying my Canon A1000.
I did a weekend's worth of research. I checked all of the reviews online. Then, I remembered that Consumer Reports had recently ranked the digital cameras and there was the Canon A1000 second on the list surrounded by $400+ cameras! I researched the A1000 and the vast majority of the reviews are highly favorable. This is the best camera out there in the $100 to $150 price range. And you get a view finder for those bright sunshine days that wash out the digital display. The pictures it takes are simply phenomenal!
The good -
1 Sharp pictures
2 Colors are spot on
3 Special settings for most any conditions
4 The controls are reasonably intuitive
5 Nice size. Feels good and steady in your hand.
6 OPTICAL image stabilization! WOW! (works great)
7 Super-fast start up and next shot capability with an 8GB Class Six SDHC card.
8 Uses AA batteries available everywhere
9 Good users manual
10 Takes better pictures than my girlfriend's Nikon!(This was #1 priority)
The not so good -
1 The memory card it comes with is a joke.
2 The included download software is just mediocre at best.
You are going to love this camera. It is one of those rare products where the stars aligned and they really got it right!
I did a weekend's worth of research. I checked all of the reviews online. Then, I remembered that Consumer Reports had recently ranked the digital cameras and there was the Canon A1000 second on the list surrounded by $400+ cameras! I researched the A1000 and the vast majority of the reviews are highly favorable. This is the best camera out there in the $100 to $150 price range. And you get a view finder for those bright sunshine days that wash out the digital display. The pictures it takes are simply phenomenal!
The good -
1 Sharp pictures
2 Colors are spot on
3 Special settings for most any conditions
4 The controls are reasonably intuitive
5 Nice size. Feels good and steady in your hand.
6 OPTICAL image stabilization! WOW! (works great)
7 Super-fast start up and next shot capability with an 8GB Class Six SDHC card.
8 Uses AA batteries available everywhere
9 Good users manual
10 Takes better pictures than my girlfriend's Nikon!(This was #1 priority)
The not so good -
1 The memory card it comes with is a joke.
2 The included download software is just mediocre at best.
You are going to love this camera. It is one of those rare products where the stars aligned and they really got it right!
Сириус-6SRDV
28.08.2009
4/10
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I have owned this camera for 4 years now.
Pros - Beautiful landscapes.
Amazing outdoor shots and colors
Easy to carry. Good response time. Good video too.
I have made a few trips, shot photos/videos at a couple of marriages and the comments on my landscape shots have generally been 'which camera do you have? Wooh that's costly for a non-SLR camera but the landscape shots are surely good.'
Cons- Indoor shots suck big time, flash power is too weak. I used a extra flash which had multiple levels but the light level indoors would either come too bright or weak and it would be just right only a few times.
I had bought it for around 600+ dollars(including the cost of accessories) when it had come out and was impressed by its build quality. It really looks cool and compact. But it turns out the prices of compactness is paid in the life of the camera. Since the lens retracts back and out it has a good chance of getting damaged. It looks like some sensors(battery/door/lens sensors) have got damaged.
That moving part stopped working a few weeks back. It does not start up and the repair cost will be at least half the cost of a good new camera. I have film cameras bought buy my dad's uncle at a yard sale in the 1950s that still work fine. I was expecting this camera to last me for at least 10 years. I am very disappointed that it has become unusable in 4 years.
I would have loved to give this camera at least 4 stars but wanted to give it only 1 for not being durable. Finally I am giving it 2 for at least good 4 years of service. They don't make them like they used to anymore. Will be trying a Nikon next.
Pros - Beautiful landscapes.
Amazing outdoor shots and colors
Easy to carry. Good response time. Good video too.
I have made a few trips, shot photos/videos at a couple of marriages and the comments on my landscape shots have generally been 'which camera do you have? Wooh that's costly for a non-SLR camera but the landscape shots are surely good.'
Cons- Indoor shots suck big time, flash power is too weak. I used a extra flash which had multiple levels but the light level indoors would either come too bright or weak and it would be just right only a few times.
I had bought it for around 600+ dollars(including the cost of accessories) when it had come out and was impressed by its build quality. It really looks cool and compact. But it turns out the prices of compactness is paid in the life of the camera. Since the lens retracts back and out it has a good chance of getting damaged. It looks like some sensors(battery/door/lens sensors) have got damaged.
That moving part stopped working a few weeks back. It does not start up and the repair cost will be at least half the cost of a good new camera. I have film cameras bought buy my dad's uncle at a yard sale in the 1950s that still work fine. I was expecting this camera to last me for at least 10 years. I am very disappointed that it has become unusable in 4 years.
I would have loved to give this camera at least 4 stars but wanted to give it only 1 for not being durable. Finally I am giving it 2 for at least good 4 years of service. They don't make them like they used to anymore. Will be trying a Nikon next.
Зета-Орион-6VXST
29.11.2010
10/10
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Got it in a reasonable time and was exactly as advertised (no substitues!). Works fine. I am happy.
Нейрон-6GHDN
08.11.2009
2/10
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I bought this camera as an upgrade to my old PowerShot A520. With my old camera it was really hard to take a bad picture, so when I started having problems I decided to upgrade just in time for vacation. I am a typical occational camera user, vacations, special occations, a pretty day etc. With my old camera I only used minimal settings, portrait, movement, night, nothing fancy. Since this camera looked similar, I thought they would perform similar....boy was I wrong.
The picture quality is horrible. I was shocked when I came back and more than 90% of my vacation pictues were grainy. I tried to take some pictures in a night club, I changed my settings several times and never did get a clear picture. This weekend was my son's birthday party and I had the setting on kids and pets. I tried to get some pictures of him and his friends driving goKarts, all of them were blurry until they stopped moving??? The rest of the pictures, what a surprise, came out grainy. I got out the user manual and basically found out if the situation is this, change the settings to this, this and that. If the situation is this, then change the settings again, and again, and again. This is way to complicated. I don't want to spend 10 minutes adjusting the camera setting every time I want to take another picture. Time is up on this camera. I am looking for something else. I am extremley disappointed in this model.
The picture quality is horrible. I was shocked when I came back and more than 90% of my vacation pictues were grainy. I tried to take some pictures in a night club, I changed my settings several times and never did get a clear picture. This weekend was my son's birthday party and I had the setting on kids and pets. I tried to get some pictures of him and his friends driving goKarts, all of them were blurry until they stopped moving??? The rest of the pictures, what a surprise, came out grainy. I got out the user manual and basically found out if the situation is this, change the settings to this, this and that. If the situation is this, then change the settings again, and again, and again. This is way to complicated. I don't want to spend 10 minutes adjusting the camera setting every time I want to take another picture. Time is up on this camera. I am looking for something else. I am extremley disappointed in this model.
Пульсар-3LDAJ
06.09.2009
8/10
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I got this camera for my wife for her birthday. She is always wanting to photograph things that are just too far away for her point and shoot camera. Our first adventure with the new camera was a whale watching tour in the San Juan Islands. I shot my 20D with Canon's 100-400 IS and she used her new Powershot SX10IS. The images she got were great and perfect for travel snaps, but not of the same quality put out by the 20D outfit. The versatility of the Powershot's wide angle to telephoto had me borrowing it once in a while then the shot called for a wider perspective and my other lenses were back in the car. All in all a great camera for someone that doesn't want to pack around a big SLR but wants a long telephoto to record the moment. The SX 10IS will not replace a SLR with good lenses.
All controls are easy to find and use. Very little learning required. The movable video screen makes it easy to shoot and view photos. I found the eye piece video hard to use with glasses so never used it. It was like sitting too close to a TV screen, everything was fuzzy. The camera is perfect for smaller hands yet works well for those with bigger mitts as well. The lens comes with a shade but be careful that you don't knock it out of position or it will show up in your wide angle shots. Threads are a little light and it does seem to move too easy. I'm tempted to glue it in place. So far we haven't used to video record feature so I won't comment on that. Didn't buy it for doing video. Get a rechargeable battery kit if you buy this camera. Would like to have seen a better battery package like those used in other Canon cameras.
All controls are easy to find and use. Very little learning required. The movable video screen makes it easy to shoot and view photos. I found the eye piece video hard to use with glasses so never used it. It was like sitting too close to a TV screen, everything was fuzzy. The camera is perfect for smaller hands yet works well for those with bigger mitts as well. The lens comes with a shade but be careful that you don't knock it out of position or it will show up in your wide angle shots. Threads are a little light and it does seem to move too easy. I'm tempted to glue it in place. So far we haven't used to video record feature so I won't comment on that. Didn't buy it for doing video. Get a rechargeable battery kit if you buy this camera. Would like to have seen a better battery package like those used in other Canon cameras.
Астрономад-9OUQR
18.08.2009
8/10
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I bought this camera as an upgrade from my 3-1/2 year old Panasonic 5MP 12X zoom. The main reason I chose this cannon over the Panasonic FZ-28 is that it uses cheaper more widely available AA battery's which I have a box full of rechargeables and also uses SD & SDHC memory cards. Battery life is not an issue I use 4 AA NiMH rechargeable battery's and they last quite well. I have not yet reached the limit they have not gone dead while shooting yet, over 200 pix on several occasions and a lot of shorter uses where I shoot 20-30 pix throw it back in the case and get it out later for more shots. I'm not sure what the limit is but it has lasted all day with a lot of turned on time w/LCD on and over 200 pix.
Pro: Sunny outdoor shots are sharp and have great color, 20X zoom, image stabilization is adequate, battery life.
Con: The camera has a lot of settings and adjustments, in my opinion its more complicated than it needs to be. The preset dial has a lot of settings but does not have an indoor light setting, my Panasonic had setting for incandescent and florescent lighting which made it simple. I get a lot of blurred shots with the Cannon SX10 indoors or in low light conditions even with its night shot setting. Of course I have a more difficult learning curve with the SX-10 over the Panasonic and I hope that once I master the controls I'll have better results.
Given the same situation/options I would buy the SX-10 camera again. However I see that Panasonic has just released new models and I would have to have a better look at their new FZ-35 offering.
My expertise level is about 7-8 out of ten, better than most but not professional.
Pro: Sunny outdoor shots are sharp and have great color, 20X zoom, image stabilization is adequate, battery life.
Con: The camera has a lot of settings and adjustments, in my opinion its more complicated than it needs to be. The preset dial has a lot of settings but does not have an indoor light setting, my Panasonic had setting for incandescent and florescent lighting which made it simple. I get a lot of blurred shots with the Cannon SX10 indoors or in low light conditions even with its night shot setting. Of course I have a more difficult learning curve with the SX-10 over the Panasonic and I hope that once I master the controls I'll have better results.
Given the same situation/options I would buy the SX-10 camera again. However I see that Panasonic has just released new models and I would have to have a better look at their new FZ-35 offering.
My expertise level is about 7-8 out of ten, better than most but not professional.
Лунатик-9WFWC
06.02.2009
8/10
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I've owned three point and shoot digital cameras in my life, each one a different brand. In addition I do a lot of SLR digital photography and find myself in the middle of discussions about cameras a great deal. When people ask me about this little Canon I will definitely give it a thumbs up, albeit with one or two caveats.
First of all, let me say that I am an insanely impatient person. When I get a brand new camera I want to use it RIGHT AWAY! I don't want to have to spend any time mucking around with a manual. I want a camera that is going to be user friendly enough for me to navigate within the first 5 minuets of owning it. So on the scale for impatient people like me, this camera rates about a seven. I could find my way around most of it but have had to pull out the dreaded manual once or twice to get to a menu that was well hidden, or to interpret a symbol that was unfamiliar.
I like flexibility in a camera. I want to have plenty of quick-to-get-at user settings, but also want the freedom to adjust my settings as needed. The camera gets a TEN on the flexibility scale. It also gets big points for the 10x lens, and the way the flash works. I hate flashes that pop up automatically when you have all your settings on automatic. There are plenty of times when you don't want a flash even though your subject is technically too dark. This camera suggests (in big letters so you wont miss it) that you raise the flash, but doesn't insist. If you do choose to use the flash it's as simple as manually flipping it up. There are some other great features about this PowerShot as well. The zoom is fast, the lag time is short, and the camera just plain feels good to hang on to.
My only complaints so far are the batteries. I prefer to have rechargeable, camera specific, batteries from the manufacturer. I keep an extra set and have one charging while one is in use. This PowerShot takes regular AA batteries. In addition to being wasteful (the camera pulls a lot of power and sucks down batteries pretty quickly) this is no good for cold weather conditions. I've gone and gotten some rechargeable AA's, but those seem to wear out even faster than the regular ones.
For the price though, I think this camera is one of the best you'll ever own and I have no problem highly recommending it.
First of all, let me say that I am an insanely impatient person. When I get a brand new camera I want to use it RIGHT AWAY! I don't want to have to spend any time mucking around with a manual. I want a camera that is going to be user friendly enough for me to navigate within the first 5 minuets of owning it. So on the scale for impatient people like me, this camera rates about a seven. I could find my way around most of it but have had to pull out the dreaded manual once or twice to get to a menu that was well hidden, or to interpret a symbol that was unfamiliar.
I like flexibility in a camera. I want to have plenty of quick-to-get-at user settings, but also want the freedom to adjust my settings as needed. The camera gets a TEN on the flexibility scale. It also gets big points for the 10x lens, and the way the flash works. I hate flashes that pop up automatically when you have all your settings on automatic. There are plenty of times when you don't want a flash even though your subject is technically too dark. This camera suggests (in big letters so you wont miss it) that you raise the flash, but doesn't insist. If you do choose to use the flash it's as simple as manually flipping it up. There are some other great features about this PowerShot as well. The zoom is fast, the lag time is short, and the camera just plain feels good to hang on to.
My only complaints so far are the batteries. I prefer to have rechargeable, camera specific, batteries from the manufacturer. I keep an extra set and have one charging while one is in use. This PowerShot takes regular AA batteries. In addition to being wasteful (the camera pulls a lot of power and sucks down batteries pretty quickly) this is no good for cold weather conditions. I've gone and gotten some rechargeable AA's, but those seem to wear out even faster than the regular ones.
For the price though, I think this camera is one of the best you'll ever own and I have no problem highly recommending it.
ИнфраГость-6KGHC
16.03.2010
4/10
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I've had this camera for several months now and it's been back for warranty repairs twice. First for the screen going dead, second for the lens retraction mechanism failing. Those were both fixed under warranty with little hassle aside from lost time. The frustrating thing about this camera is the unreliable file system that it uses. Multiple times the camera has taken it upon itself to completely erase the SD card when trying to take a picture or movie. Today it erased an entire day's worth of movies and photos (including my son's first bike ride) and only kept the last few movies recorded.
Also, unless the camera is set in completely manual mode it is too slow to auto-set while taking photos. It can take up to a couple seconds from button press to image capture.
The image quality is only so-so unless the photo is taken in bright light (outdoors in sunlight). Even normal indoor room lighting results in noisy images unless the flash is used.
Also, unless the camera is set in completely manual mode it is too slow to auto-set while taking photos. It can take up to a couple seconds from button press to image capture.
The image quality is only so-so unless the photo is taken in bright light (outdoors in sunlight). Even normal indoor room lighting results in noisy images unless the flash is used.
НаноПилигрим-1BQQU
03.11.2010
10/10
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Photos lacked the quality that I'm use to. that's because I mainly use DSLR's. This camera was for my wife. I have since sold it and bought her a smaller canon camera.
Интеллектор-2HXTD
11.02.2009
10/10
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I haven't had this much fun with a camera since my "ancient" Canon A1. I really like the ability to switch between aperture (Av) and shutter speed (Tv) priority. And I find it's much easier to use the viewfinder than the LCD screen (so it was important to me for my digital camera to have a viewfinder). And until I looked at the differences (in the manual's appendix) between Auto and Programmed modes, I wondered why have both ... now I'm glad I looked.
One of the first things I did was to turn off most of the camera's "helpful" settings. I am a big fan of fixing things like contrast or red eye AFTER downloading the photos to my computer ... not having the camera pretending to know what I want better than I do. And I usually only want to target a portion of the image ... not the entire image that these helpful settings attempt to fix.
Others have complained that the lens cap is easy to lose ... but I got so used to putting my Canon A1's lens cap in my pocket as soon as I took it off (it didn't have a lens strap either) that I just kept following that practice with my new SX10IS.
One of the things I like the most is the fact that it uses standard AA batteries. My previous digital camera (a Nikon - because the lens is what matters when taking a photo) used a proprietary battery that was difficult to find at times (even the store where I usually bought the battery was occasionally out of stock).
The popup flash allows me to place a loose fabric over the flash to reduce the flash brightness (something next to impossible on the Nikon with its flash built into the housing). I haven't yet upgraded to the Canon Speedlight flash ... but it's nice to know that I have that option.
For me, the biggest drawback is that the shutter release button is placed a bit too far forward for my tastes ... but that's a small problem. Not everyone has the same requirements for a digital camera as I do ... but I'd say this is one of the best (unless you opt for the hugely expensive DSLRs). Read all of the reviews and see if what people say matches your requirements ... but I can say that I'd recommend this camera for anyone who is even a little serious about their photography.
You can do a lot with this camera before you run into an option you wish the camera had.
One of the first things I did was to turn off most of the camera's "helpful" settings. I am a big fan of fixing things like contrast or red eye AFTER downloading the photos to my computer ... not having the camera pretending to know what I want better than I do. And I usually only want to target a portion of the image ... not the entire image that these helpful settings attempt to fix.
Others have complained that the lens cap is easy to lose ... but I got so used to putting my Canon A1's lens cap in my pocket as soon as I took it off (it didn't have a lens strap either) that I just kept following that practice with my new SX10IS.
One of the things I like the most is the fact that it uses standard AA batteries. My previous digital camera (a Nikon - because the lens is what matters when taking a photo) used a proprietary battery that was difficult to find at times (even the store where I usually bought the battery was occasionally out of stock).
The popup flash allows me to place a loose fabric over the flash to reduce the flash brightness (something next to impossible on the Nikon with its flash built into the housing). I haven't yet upgraded to the Canon Speedlight flash ... but it's nice to know that I have that option.
For me, the biggest drawback is that the shutter release button is placed a bit too far forward for my tastes ... but that's a small problem. Not everyone has the same requirements for a digital camera as I do ... but I'd say this is one of the best (unless you opt for the hugely expensive DSLRs). Read all of the reviews and see if what people say matches your requirements ... but I can say that I'd recommend this camera for anyone who is even a little serious about their photography.
You can do a lot with this camera before you run into an option you wish the camera had.
Аргонавт-0NBGH
26.10.2010
10/10
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The original Canon lens cap was constantly falling off. This 'replacement' lens cap fits better and, when the lens cap is not in use, the leash strap keeps the lens cap from being misplaced.
Интеллектор-0VJFW
28.08.2010
10/10
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This little "sock" case is ideal for carrying the Canon Ixus 95IS, without adding any extra bulk to the camera. The camera can be secured in the sock simply by threading the camera strap through the soft loop inside the sock (the separate strap and belt-clip included with the case can be very easily unclipped if necessary without resorting to cutting it off as some reviewers have stated).
Нейрон-0MGOR
11.08.2010
10/10
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I took a chance and ordered two of these batteries....because they were SO LOW in price and they offered 1400 mAh strength. I made the right choice. This low cost battery works perfectly in my new Canon SD960IS camera. It provides a VERY long life, charges very fast, fits perfectly and at only a small fraction of the cost of the Canon battery which has, as I recall, only 950 mAh. Highly recommended. Came from China and very fast shipping.
Сатурниан-4RRRE
12.11.2010
10/10
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The lens cap fits better than the one that came with the camera and with the leash you don't have to worry about losing it!
Пандорец-2THPP
03.05.2009
10/10
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This is the best camera on earth. I bought this camera to create beautiful memories of my daughter growing up. I'm mainly leaving this review for people with kids who are wondering if this camera can keep up with taking quick fast shots, without missing out on precious moments.
Fast Camera!!!
This camera has NEVER missed a shot and she's a very quick and fast little two year old. I've captured every single quick smile, precious pose, and all of her active moments. I do this using the sports mode. In this mode, the camera actually takes the picture the very same instant you press down on the button (no delay whatsoever). In this mode, when she's running, there is no blurryness.
Great Indoor Camera!!!
This camera also takes GREAT indoor pics as well. It is a bit heavier than the little camera's out there....but if you want to sacrifice qaulity and performance...go for a little one.
Outstanding Detail and Zoom qaulity
I wanted something that was powerful, and something that my husband can take to football games, basketball and other sporting events. That's actually how I sold him on the idea of purchasing this camera. The zoom capability is out of this world. For example, we went to the park the other day and I was able to get pictures of the ducks from the OTHER SIDE OF THE LAKE....and in very clear detail. Now that's powerful.
Easy to use!!!
The minute this camera arrived, I took it out of the box and started using it. I didn't even read the instructions...that's how easy it is to use. I'm more of a beginner type when it comes to camera's. I popped the batteries in, and went crazy taking pics. The video mode has a dedicated button so you can video events very quickly without fussing with dials.
No Regrets!!!
I hope I've helped someone out on making their purchase decision. I get compliments all of the time on how fast the camera is and how wonderful the pics look. I love this CAMERA!!! I can tell you that you won't regret this purchase.
Fast Camera!!!
This camera has NEVER missed a shot and she's a very quick and fast little two year old. I've captured every single quick smile, precious pose, and all of her active moments. I do this using the sports mode. In this mode, the camera actually takes the picture the very same instant you press down on the button (no delay whatsoever). In this mode, when she's running, there is no blurryness.
Great Indoor Camera!!!
This camera also takes GREAT indoor pics as well. It is a bit heavier than the little camera's out there....but if you want to sacrifice qaulity and performance...go for a little one.
Outstanding Detail and Zoom qaulity
I wanted something that was powerful, and something that my husband can take to football games, basketball and other sporting events. That's actually how I sold him on the idea of purchasing this camera. The zoom capability is out of this world. For example, we went to the park the other day and I was able to get pictures of the ducks from the OTHER SIDE OF THE LAKE....and in very clear detail. Now that's powerful.
Easy to use!!!
The minute this camera arrived, I took it out of the box and started using it. I didn't even read the instructions...that's how easy it is to use. I'm more of a beginner type when it comes to camera's. I popped the batteries in, and went crazy taking pics. The video mode has a dedicated button so you can video events very quickly without fussing with dials.
No Regrets!!!
I hope I've helped someone out on making their purchase decision. I get compliments all of the time on how fast the camera is and how wonderful the pics look. I love this CAMERA!!! I can tell you that you won't regret this purchase.
Дроид-0JLSZ
21.09.2010
2/10
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This camera takes pretty decent pictures, if it does at all, that is. Battery life is REALLY poor....the other day I took TWO pictures with brand new batteries...turned it off and let it sit for a few days....turned it back on , and batteries depleted. This is just ridiculous. Don't buy this camera
Пандорец-2BSMQ
01.07.2010
10/10
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This is my first digital camera, I'm quite technophobic & haven't taken photographs for many years & when I last did it was 35mm film SLR's (!) I bought this one based on Which? reviews & reviews on here. I wanted a very cheap entry level digital camera to try out digital photography, to decide whether I wanted to progress to something better. I bought a 'used but like new' model for under £50 & so far I'm delighted with it - still discovering what I can do & very happy with the image quality & the amount of options it gives me. It's converted me to digital photography.
КиберНаблюдатель-6XTWF
30.09.2010
10/10
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The replacement lens cap for my wife's Canon Powershot SX20 has one main advantage over the original, and that's theleash strap, which the original did not have, and which is the reason we had to buy the replacement.
Amazon's service was,as usual,excellent!
Amazon's service was,as usual,excellent!
Небулоид-5WSPB
07.09.2009
8/10
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I have had this camera for about a year now and have really taken some great pictures with it. I am not a professional by any stretch so this one has a few more bells and whistles than I need. I may take some classes so I can grow into it and learn about setting shutter speeds, which might clear up my issues of not getting good action shots. For now I basically stick to the auto mode except for the occasional short video clip. The colors are always crisp and I have gotten some great close-ups with the macros of bees and butterflies in my flower beds. It took some getting used to but now it is second nature for me to press the shutter halfway to let it refocus and then snap the picture. I got some great action shots at the jousting event at the local Renaissance Festival recently.
I did notice two features that are lacking on this model that my old Samsung Digimax A503 Red Digital Camera 5MP, had. (1) no internal memory. I noticed that when I was up on Mackinac Island (MI) this summer. While I was uploading my SD card to my laptop and had a photo op out the window I could not take the picture, unless I would have canceled the upload and put the SD back in. My old Samsung would hold 5-7 images if I didn't have the memory card in. (2) no cropping in preview. Again, my old Samsung you could zoom in on a preview of a photo and hit the shutter button again and it would create a new file of the cropped photo. Nice for printing directly from the card to a printer without editing software. But this camera is definitely a top-notch choice for point and shoot photography.
I did notice two features that are lacking on this model that my old Samsung Digimax A503 Red Digital Camera 5MP, had. (1) no internal memory. I noticed that when I was up on Mackinac Island (MI) this summer. While I was uploading my SD card to my laptop and had a photo op out the window I could not take the picture, unless I would have canceled the upload and put the SD back in. My old Samsung would hold 5-7 images if I didn't have the memory card in. (2) no cropping in preview. Again, my old Samsung you could zoom in on a preview of a photo and hit the shutter button again and it would create a new file of the cropped photo. Nice for printing directly from the card to a printer without editing software. But this camera is definitely a top-notch choice for point and shoot photography.
Аэронавт-8VRMD
28.06.2009
6/10
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I bought this to replace my 6 year old 'Olympus U-Digital 500' 5 mega pixel camera that developed a fault. The Ixus 980 takes a lovely picture but, I ended up taking it back to the shop. And heres why..
My old Olympus had a solid metal case, whereas the 980 has a very lightweight plastic case and it just didnt feel right to me. I felt that it would shatter if dropped on the floor.
Also, I wasnt completely satisfied with the macro pictures. My Olympus could switch to 'macro' for close ups, and also to 'super macro' for really close up photos. The 980 wouldnt allow me to take photos really close up, which was a shame. The macro setting took a nice photo, but if I tried to get really close up to the subject, it went out of focus. This is a shame as I like to take photos of plants in my garden and like to get really close up to the flowers.
I conducted a test comparison by taking identical photos both with my Olympus and the Ixus 980. When viewing the results on my laptop, there wasnt any improvement in picture quality when viewing the Ixus 980 photos. My Olympus would take a lovely close up photo, but I just couldnt get any where near as close with the 980.
To sumarise, the 980 takes a great photo, but considering its a 14 mega pixel, the photos were no better than my old 5 mega pixel Olympus. And the inability to get really close up to the subject was a real let down for me. Dont get me wrong, the macro shots were beautiful, but just the same as my old camera. I was expecting improvements since I bought my Olympus 6 years ago, but I didnt see them with the Ixus 980. But please bear in mind that I never printed off any photos, I simply viewed them on my laptop.
As they say at the end of 'The Apprentice' programme, "My search for a replacement camera continues..."
My old Olympus had a solid metal case, whereas the 980 has a very lightweight plastic case and it just didnt feel right to me. I felt that it would shatter if dropped on the floor.
Also, I wasnt completely satisfied with the macro pictures. My Olympus could switch to 'macro' for close ups, and also to 'super macro' for really close up photos. The 980 wouldnt allow me to take photos really close up, which was a shame. The macro setting took a nice photo, but if I tried to get really close up to the subject, it went out of focus. This is a shame as I like to take photos of plants in my garden and like to get really close up to the flowers.
I conducted a test comparison by taking identical photos both with my Olympus and the Ixus 980. When viewing the results on my laptop, there wasnt any improvement in picture quality when viewing the Ixus 980 photos. My Olympus would take a lovely close up photo, but I just couldnt get any where near as close with the 980.
To sumarise, the 980 takes a great photo, but considering its a 14 mega pixel, the photos were no better than my old 5 mega pixel Olympus. And the inability to get really close up to the subject was a real let down for me. Dont get me wrong, the macro shots were beautiful, but just the same as my old camera. I was expecting improvements since I bought my Olympus 6 years ago, but I didnt see them with the Ixus 980. But please bear in mind that I never printed off any photos, I simply viewed them on my laptop.
As they say at the end of 'The Apprentice' programme, "My search for a replacement camera continues..."
ОмниКод-7QYGA
28.12.2006
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
In the past I've always bought digital cameras based solely on price. I would get the best camera I could afford, which ended up getting me a couple of not-very-good cameras. The latest one died in the middle of a lovely evening full of prime photo-ops, and only 2 weeks before Christmas! So I rushed to find a replacement. I had to let my husband get the LCD monitor he wanted too, but it was worth it! This time I was able to get a great camera with everything I wanted, at an affordable price!
This camera has way more features than I will ever use. Not knowing much about photography I have no use for things like manually setting the aperture or shutter speed. But for those of you who know what to do with those settings, they are available for you to set either one at a time or all at once.
I will also have no need for the underwater case, but it's available for those of you who want such a thing. I will probably never buy additional lenses to attach to the camera, but those who are into photography can purchase an adapter that will allow you to do so. And I probably won't mess around with changing the start-up splash screen and/or camera sounds, but if you're into that you can do that too.
What I love most about this camera is the many preset scene settings that it has, making all of the manual adjustments unnecessary for someone like me. It was great to be able to set it to Kids and Pets to take pictures of the tykes opening their Christmas presents. The full auto setting works great too, although I'm having a little trouble getting it to focus where I want it to. It's a great point and shoot camera, with loads of settings for the more experienced photographer.
The video capture is fantastic, and allowed me to capture some really precious moments this holiday season. The 4x optical zoom is great, although it gets a little annoying that the camera warns you about moving the camera if you zoom in pretty much at all. I can't wait to get an opportunity to try some of the other scene settings. So far the only bad pictures have been because someone blinked!
One of the best features of this camera is the large 2.5" LCD screen. My previous cameras had much smaller LCDs, and the bigger LCD makes a huge difference! And maybe it's just because I'm used to a smaller LCD, but I have no complaints about the LCD's resolution like other reviewers.
The auto focus assist light has been a real life saver. I have always had trouble with my cameras not focusing in low light, or even medium light. This camera hasn't had any trouble focusing at all.
This camera also has a lot of fun settings I may or may not find myself using. It has a color accent setting that allows you to select a color in the picture to highlight, and all the other colors will be converted to black and white. You can swap one color for another. You can take pictures in black and white or sepia, you can lighten or darken skin tones slightly (weeee, I can make myself look less pale!), you can punch up the color. And one that will make sending pictures to my mother in law very cool when we finally buy a house, a photo-stitch function that lets you take many overlapping pictures in a panoramic fashion, and then use the photo-stitch software to stitch them together for you into one big picture. I tried this one in my living room and it made for a fantastic view of the living room not possible with just snapshots.
I've never been one to connect my camera directly to the computer and download the pictures that way. I've always removed the memory card and plugged it into my card reader to download the pictures. I don't even think I installed the included software with my last two cameras. With this one I thought I'd give it a shot. I haven't taken the memory card out of the camera since I got it. I simply hook it up to the computer via the included USB cable, turn it on, the software pops up ready to download my pictures, and with one click they are all transferred to my MyPictures folder. The best part is that it puts them in dated folders, keeping pictures from Tuesday separate from the pictures I took on Wednesday. I like that! And the Zoom Browser software is very easy to use, and I'm enjoying it a lot. My only complaint is that the redeye correction doesn't always do a really good job. Usually it's great, but sometimes it won't lock onto the red eye, and sometimes it makes the eye far too black.
This camera uses 2 AA batteries, either store bought alkaline or NiMH rechargeables. The batteries that came with the camera only lasted me about 20 pictures. Luckily I had charged up some of my NiMH batteries and brought them along. They seem to be lasting great. I haven't had it die on me yet, although I do make sure the batteries are fully charged before I leave the house with the camera. I see the AA batteries as an advantage over
This camera has way more features than I will ever use. Not knowing much about photography I have no use for things like manually setting the aperture or shutter speed. But for those of you who know what to do with those settings, they are available for you to set either one at a time or all at once.
I will also have no need for the underwater case, but it's available for those of you who want such a thing. I will probably never buy additional lenses to attach to the camera, but those who are into photography can purchase an adapter that will allow you to do so. And I probably won't mess around with changing the start-up splash screen and/or camera sounds, but if you're into that you can do that too.
What I love most about this camera is the many preset scene settings that it has, making all of the manual adjustments unnecessary for someone like me. It was great to be able to set it to Kids and Pets to take pictures of the tykes opening their Christmas presents. The full auto setting works great too, although I'm having a little trouble getting it to focus where I want it to. It's a great point and shoot camera, with loads of settings for the more experienced photographer.
The video capture is fantastic, and allowed me to capture some really precious moments this holiday season. The 4x optical zoom is great, although it gets a little annoying that the camera warns you about moving the camera if you zoom in pretty much at all. I can't wait to get an opportunity to try some of the other scene settings. So far the only bad pictures have been because someone blinked!
One of the best features of this camera is the large 2.5" LCD screen. My previous cameras had much smaller LCDs, and the bigger LCD makes a huge difference! And maybe it's just because I'm used to a smaller LCD, but I have no complaints about the LCD's resolution like other reviewers.
The auto focus assist light has been a real life saver. I have always had trouble with my cameras not focusing in low light, or even medium light. This camera hasn't had any trouble focusing at all.
This camera also has a lot of fun settings I may or may not find myself using. It has a color accent setting that allows you to select a color in the picture to highlight, and all the other colors will be converted to black and white. You can swap one color for another. You can take pictures in black and white or sepia, you can lighten or darken skin tones slightly (weeee, I can make myself look less pale!), you can punch up the color. And one that will make sending pictures to my mother in law very cool when we finally buy a house, a photo-stitch function that lets you take many overlapping pictures in a panoramic fashion, and then use the photo-stitch software to stitch them together for you into one big picture. I tried this one in my living room and it made for a fantastic view of the living room not possible with just snapshots.
I've never been one to connect my camera directly to the computer and download the pictures that way. I've always removed the memory card and plugged it into my card reader to download the pictures. I don't even think I installed the included software with my last two cameras. With this one I thought I'd give it a shot. I haven't taken the memory card out of the camera since I got it. I simply hook it up to the computer via the included USB cable, turn it on, the software pops up ready to download my pictures, and with one click they are all transferred to my MyPictures folder. The best part is that it puts them in dated folders, keeping pictures from Tuesday separate from the pictures I took on Wednesday. I like that! And the Zoom Browser software is very easy to use, and I'm enjoying it a lot. My only complaint is that the redeye correction doesn't always do a really good job. Usually it's great, but sometimes it won't lock onto the red eye, and sometimes it makes the eye far too black.
This camera uses 2 AA batteries, either store bought alkaline or NiMH rechargeables. The batteries that came with the camera only lasted me about 20 pictures. Luckily I had charged up some of my NiMH batteries and brought them along. They seem to be lasting great. I haven't had it die on me yet, although I do make sure the batteries are fully charged before I leave the house with the camera. I see the AA batteries as an advantage over
Кварковец-5EJUI
19.07.2010
2/10
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Ужасно
don't know if I just got a dud, but only 3 months in, the menu button stopped working and when I zoom the shot button freezes up too. Its a crap shoot if this is going to work every time I take it out of my bag. Its also bulky because it takes regular batteries which run out SO quickly. I just wish I had spent an extra 60 bucks and bought the Sony cybershot which has way more zoom and MP (and what i ended up purchasing). This is my third canon that has stopped working on me, shan't be buying any more.
Туманник-0WORN
11.02.2009
10/10
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Великолепно
The first thing I would like to say is that I didn't want to like this camera, why? Well I love my photography and a camera should look and feel like a camera, it should take 2 hands to hold it and say look at me..I'm a camera, I'm a Digital SLR!
Well imagine my joy when I opened the box and saw this Ixus whimpering in the corner, bullied in to submission by its user manual and associated leads, even more so when I switched it on and the `tiny little lens' extruded from its body almost timid and afraid of the big world.
My first couple of shots were compared to identical shots on my slr and yet again I gloried in my slr's ability to obtain fine detail compared to this Ixus..I laughed in its face..untill I noticed I had it set in minimum quality mode...!
From here on in it all went wrong...The images are superb, the detail and colours are natural and clear, it doesn't take time to set up the right light levels, check aperture and shutter speed, in fact you turn on, point and shoot!
My only saving grace would be to test the Ixus in very low light levels as I thrive on getting night shots, surely it would cave in here..but sadly not...not only can you set this into full manual mode and let your artistic side run away, but just in Auto mode the camera was selecting all the right settings that I would have strived for with my slr.
I liken the Ixus 980 to taking the children to the local dog's home, you say all the way there, `we are only going to look!' and yet later that day you find yourself the proud owner of a Labrador puppy !
I have only had the camera a couple of days and yet I am already amazed at how versatile this little thing really is, my 5 year old can take a great little picture, albeit completely off centre, you crop in picture view mode and there you have a superb picture!
In manual mode, you have full control like any camera but just let the camera do its own thing and you will be amazed at just how well it knows itself and what to do next.
This is a truly great camera, I know it is a little bit more expensive than most but you really are getting your monies worth.
Well done Canon, a fine piece of engineering and finally, an Ixus in Black...a proper camera colour.
Well imagine my joy when I opened the box and saw this Ixus whimpering in the corner, bullied in to submission by its user manual and associated leads, even more so when I switched it on and the `tiny little lens' extruded from its body almost timid and afraid of the big world.
My first couple of shots were compared to identical shots on my slr and yet again I gloried in my slr's ability to obtain fine detail compared to this Ixus..I laughed in its face..untill I noticed I had it set in minimum quality mode...!
From here on in it all went wrong...The images are superb, the detail and colours are natural and clear, it doesn't take time to set up the right light levels, check aperture and shutter speed, in fact you turn on, point and shoot!
My only saving grace would be to test the Ixus in very low light levels as I thrive on getting night shots, surely it would cave in here..but sadly not...not only can you set this into full manual mode and let your artistic side run away, but just in Auto mode the camera was selecting all the right settings that I would have strived for with my slr.
I liken the Ixus 980 to taking the children to the local dog's home, you say all the way there, `we are only going to look!' and yet later that day you find yourself the proud owner of a Labrador puppy !
I have only had the camera a couple of days and yet I am already amazed at how versatile this little thing really is, my 5 year old can take a great little picture, albeit completely off centre, you crop in picture view mode and there you have a superb picture!
In manual mode, you have full control like any camera but just let the camera do its own thing and you will be amazed at just how well it knows itself and what to do next.
This is a truly great camera, I know it is a little bit more expensive than most but you really are getting your monies worth.
Well done Canon, a fine piece of engineering and finally, an Ixus in Black...a proper camera colour.
НаноРейдер-1KGNN
19.08.2009
8/10
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I brought this camera recently. It takes amazing photos, so i would highly recommend it.
I won't go much into all the positives, because that has been well articulated by others.
I love the swiveling LCD SCREEN, manual adjustments, the powerful zoom, face detect feature, and the crisp pictures it takes overall.
Hower, HOW DUMB can CANON engineers be to include some rather foolish poor designing in such a classy camera.
Let Me Start:
Number 1: You can use either the viewfinder, or the LCD Screen. So if you are using the viewfinder, and you take a shot, the recorded image will not show automatically on the lcd screen. Thus you have to tediously press the playback button to see the image, which leads me to my second point. (Note, on viewfinder mode, the shot imag shows in the viewfinder only)
Number 2: Given the importance of the playback button, given Canon's initial bad choice one would have thought that the PLAYBACK button would be well designed. Not at all, the playback button is rather small, and in a slight sink, requiring a certain degree of effort to depress. What careless engineering!!!!!
Number 3: The right hand grip creaks slightly when grasped. I am not sure if others have this issue as well. It is very very very minor, but should not be there anyways.
These are my gripes with the camera so far. Despite this, i am very happy with the camera and would purchase it again. especially if those 3 flaws are fixed. I would strongly recommend it to those wanting a rugged point and shoot, or the advanced power user wanting full manual control.
I won't go much into all the positives, because that has been well articulated by others.
I love the swiveling LCD SCREEN, manual adjustments, the powerful zoom, face detect feature, and the crisp pictures it takes overall.
Hower, HOW DUMB can CANON engineers be to include some rather foolish poor designing in such a classy camera.
Let Me Start:
Number 1: You can use either the viewfinder, or the LCD Screen. So if you are using the viewfinder, and you take a shot, the recorded image will not show automatically on the lcd screen. Thus you have to tediously press the playback button to see the image, which leads me to my second point. (Note, on viewfinder mode, the shot imag shows in the viewfinder only)
Number 2: Given the importance of the playback button, given Canon's initial bad choice one would have thought that the PLAYBACK button would be well designed. Not at all, the playback button is rather small, and in a slight sink, requiring a certain degree of effort to depress. What careless engineering!!!!!
Number 3: The right hand grip creaks slightly when grasped. I am not sure if others have this issue as well. It is very very very minor, but should not be there anyways.
These are my gripes with the camera so far. Despite this, i am very happy with the camera and would purchase it again. especially if those 3 flaws are fixed. I would strongly recommend it to those wanting a rugged point and shoot, or the advanced power user wanting full manual control.
НаноРейдер-5TTLT
15.04.2010
4/10
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This camera has been a disappointment. I like the viewfinder very much, but everything else just doesn't come up to the standards I thought Canon stood for. The flash is very limited in its scope,(blows out flesh tones) most flesh tones are on the red side. The camera is VERY touchy on still shots. It is difficult to let a stranger take a pix of myself without getting the shot out of focus.
As careful as I try, getting sharp images is a difficult task.
My wife has a hundred buck camera of another make that is just a point and shoot unit, and most of her pixs have a overall better look to them. Most of her color tones are better, out of focus shots are fewer and most of her shots are as good and a lot of them are better. For the money I paid for this camera, I must say that I'm not to happy with the results.
As careful as I try, getting sharp images is a difficult task.
My wife has a hundred buck camera of another make that is just a point and shoot unit, and most of her pixs have a overall better look to them. Most of her color tones are better, out of focus shots are fewer and most of her shots are as good and a lot of them are better. For the money I paid for this camera, I must say that I'm not to happy with the results.
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