Canon PowerShot SX100 is the first in a new series of budget super zoom compact digital cameras. The SX100 IS features a 10x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer, 8.0 Mega pixel image sensor (1/2.5") and DIGIC III processor. It also has face detection and a full complement of auto and manual exposure modes, plus a 2.5" LCD screen. Unfortunately, there is no eye level viewfinder. It is not the pretty camera, which Canon inc. has ever made, but it has a surprisingly comprehensive spec for a 'budget' model.
PowerShot SX100 IS is the first release in the new SX series of great value super zoom digital compact cameras. Combining high optical zoom and user-friendly operation in a remarkably compact form, the SX series offers exceptional performance in the hands of any member of the family, and includes full manual control for those with more experience. The PowerShot SX100 IS features a 10x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer, 8.0 Megapixel image sensor, and DIGIC III processor for superb image quality. Enhanced Face Detection Technology, Red-Eye Correction and Auto ISO Shift features mean that users of any level can achieve impressive results.
SX100 IS features:
- 10x 36-360mm (35mm equiv) F2.8-4.3 optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
- 8.0 Megapixels 1/2.5 inch sensor
- DIGIC III image processor
- Face Detection Technology enhanced with new Face Select and Track function and dedicated Face Selector button
- Canon’s total anti-blur solution with ISO 1600, Auto ISO Shift and optical Image Stabilizer
- Improved Red-Eye Correction in playback
- 2.5 inch 172,000 pixels, 15 levels of brightness adjustment LCD screen
- 18 shooting modes including full manual control
- Digital Tele-Converter and Safety Zoom
- Storage SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus compatible - 32 MB card supplied Power
- 2x AA Alkaline or NiMH batteries- Weight (no batt) 266g (9.4 oz)
- Dimensions 108.7 x 71.4 x 46.7 mm (4.3 x 2.8 x 1.8 in)
The Canon SX100 IS makes up for in photo quality. It is the result of an extra few months of tweaking since the S5 shipped, but the SX100's photo quality, especially at higher ISO sensitivity settings, clearly improves upon its siblings. At ISO 800, there is far less of a mottled look in the SX100's shots, but with no increased loss of detail. The new lens has better distortion characteristics and photos look sharp without looking over sharpened. However, there is yellow and purple fringing; it is not nearly as severe in the SX100's photos as those of the S5 are. In addition, the good aspects of those models’ image its predominantly excellent exposure and color -- highlight the SX100's photos, as well. The Canon PowerShot SX100's present spotty performance, disappointing movie capture and occasionally frustrating design keep it from earning a no-brainer recommendation.
PowerShot SX100 IS is the first release in the new SX series of great value super zoom digital compact cameras. Combining high optical zoom and user-friendly operation in a remarkably compact form, the SX series offers exceptional performance in the hands of any member of the family, and includes full manual control for those with more experience. The PowerShot SX100 IS features a 10x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer, 8.0 Megapixel image sensor, and DIGIC III processor for superb image quality. Enhanced Face Detection Technology, Red-Eye Correction and Auto ISO Shift features mean that users of any level can achieve impressive results.
SX100 IS features:
- 10x 36-360mm (35mm equiv) F2.8-4.3 optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
- 8.0 Megapixels 1/2.5 inch sensor
- DIGIC III image processor
- Face Detection Technology enhanced with new Face Select and Track function and dedicated Face Selector button
- Canon’s total anti-blur solution with ISO 1600, Auto ISO Shift and optical Image Stabilizer
- Improved Red-Eye Correction in playback
- 2.5 inch 172,000 pixels, 15 levels of brightness adjustment LCD screen
- 18 shooting modes including full manual control
- Digital Tele-Converter and Safety Zoom
- Storage SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus compatible - 32 MB card supplied Power
- 2x AA Alkaline or NiMH batteries- Weight (no batt) 266g (9.4 oz)
- Dimensions 108.7 x 71.4 x 46.7 mm (4.3 x 2.8 x 1.8 in)
The Canon SX100 IS makes up for in photo quality. It is the result of an extra few months of tweaking since the S5 shipped, but the SX100's photo quality, especially at higher ISO sensitivity settings, clearly improves upon its siblings. At ISO 800, there is far less of a mottled look in the SX100's shots, but with no increased loss of detail. The new lens has better distortion characteristics and photos look sharp without looking over sharpened. However, there is yellow and purple fringing; it is not nearly as severe in the SX100's photos as those of the S5 are. In addition, the good aspects of those models’ image its predominantly excellent exposure and color -- highlight the SX100's photos, as well. The Canon PowerShot SX100's present spotty performance, disappointing movie capture and occasionally frustrating design keep it from earning a no-brainer recommendation.
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