Canon PowerShot® S5 IS Digital Camera
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Summary: 8.3 Megapixel, Standard Point and Shoot Camera, 12x Optical Zoom, 4x Digital Zoom, CCD Sensor, Video Capability Included, 2.5 in. ...
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The ultra-powerful 12x optical zoom on the PowerShot S5 IS means you'll get the shot you want with no compromise, yet that's only the beginning of what makes this camera so exciting. The S5 IS is loaded with many of Canon's latest advanced technologies including the DIGIC III Image Processor, so both still images and movies are rendered with fine detail and luminous clarity. And now ambitious photographers have even greater creative latitude thanks to an included hot shoe adapter that allows you to attach Canon Speedlite EX Series external flashes.
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The Canon Powershot S5 IS The Mega-Zoom wars heat up - by Howard_Creech
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Pros: Fast, hot shoe, 2.5 inch vari-angle LCD, 12X USM IS zoom, full manual controls.
Cons: No RAW/TIFF mode
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Bottom Line: The Canon Powershot S5 IS provides most of the flexibility of a dSLR while retaining all of the convenience and ease of use of a P&S digicam.
Review: Photography has been my obsession for more than thirty years, so I'm a very lucky guy - I get to test lots of nifty new digital cameras. The only problem is that I have to send the cameras back when my tests are finished. Usually that's not too... (more)
Canon PowerShot S5 IS Digital Camera - I Am Selling It On eBay - by dkozin
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Pros: Build quality, resolution, picture quality, fast 12x zoom with optical stabilization, large LCD
Cons: Expensive, no RAW, uses 4 AA batteries
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Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot S5 IS is an excellent choice if you need a camera with 12x optical zoom and optical image stabilization. But you can save...
Review: Mega-zoom cameras are fun. Before digital mega-zoom cameras were available, you would have to carry around a bunch of lenses and a camera body to be able to get to 10x magnification, but now you can get a digital camera with 10x optical zoom and over for... (more)
Canon Powershot S1 IS Digital Camera: Do Not Even Think of Purchasing Unless.... - by hwz1
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Pros: Easy to use, very good photos, solid construction, good software
Cons: Battery, lens cap will get lost
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Bottom Line: A very good camera with a lot of extra components that will not disappoint.
Review: After numerous attempts to bring my parents into the digital world, I think I have finally succeeded. I failed a few years ago with a Sony digital camera that they could not quite figure out how to use and have succeeded only modestly with regards to... (more)
Canon PowerShot S1 IS - Canon's Category Killer Entry - by ASourdough4
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Pros: A great and affordable combination of the best features in smaller digital cameras!
Cons: Too bad Canon did not do this two years ago!
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Bottom Line: An instant HIT! Your experience with the Canon family of Digital Cameras is not lost, for most of it still applies. At Last! Innovation without Obsolescence!
Review: 2nd Revision - July 20, 2005 CANON PowerShot S1 IS Apologies to readers everywhere - Due to ignorance, I did not discuss the "IS" part of the model number. Further research revealed that, with a 10x Telephoto setting, the slightest... (more)
ZOOM - but at a price? - by AtlantaGreg
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Pros: Good zoom, and image stabilization works. Overall good image quality.
Cons: Battery life not great even when using Ni-MH. Pricey for resolution.
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Bottom Line: If you can find it on sale, it's worth it. At $499, look elsewhere.
Review: A ZOOM FOR ALL PEOPLE? The Canon S1 IS (IS standing for "image stabilization"), hits the market perhaps a little late in the game considering it's resolution of only 3 megapixels. Panasonic offers a 12X IS zoom camera at 4 megapixels, and for only a... (more)
Great camera all around - by sarahrose12
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Pros: AA batteries, IS, quality, speed, features
Cons: A little pricey, bulky, not quite an SLR
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Bottom Line: I definitely recommend it - it's a great "bridge" camera.
Review: This camera has so many different things to talk about, I don’t know where to begin! I’m 21 years old, and in the seven years of my life so far that I have been a digital user, I have owned several cameras. My first was a $400 Sony Mavica FD-75 and it... (more)
Excellent shots with fine tuning and practice - by tartallini2
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Pros: Image quality! Ability to capture digital video, and easy upload of photos.
Cons: Autofocus settings are slow. Ships with 32MB CF card; need more memory to capture video.
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Bottom Line: Novices will find a challenge, Intermediates will find a good blend with options, and Advanced users should consider the overall package. ALL will enjoy the excellent image quality.
Review: "Read the book!" has never been my favorite thing to hear, but in the case of the Canon PowerShot S1 IS, it's certainly worth consideration if you want to enjoy your camera and get shots worth keeping. I am a novice to intermediate digital camera user... (more)
I'm officially in love with this camera. - by yospiff
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Pros: 12x zoom, good image quality, stabilization, good battery life, focuses quickly.
Cons: Lens cap falls off. SD card shares battery compartment. Set button in non-intuitive location.
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Bottom Line: If you want an SLR, but cannot justify or afford one, this will keep you happy. Lots of capability for someone wanting to get creative. (Or if you like buttons!)
Review: I bought this as a replacement for another camera with which I was unhappy with the image quality. I was also looking at the S3 IS in addition to this one. The S3 was only $50 more than the one I was returning, at $300, while the S5 was $400. I went... (more)
Canon S1 IS - Power and Performance - by tucknroll
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Pros: Image Stabilized 10x zoom
Incredible movie mode
Can use standard AA batteries.
Incredible movie mode
Can use standard AA batteries.
Cons: Shutter Lag takes getting used to.
Low-light focusing could be better.
Doesn't fit in pocket
Low-light focusing could be better.
Doesn't fit in pocket
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Bottom Line: A Solid camera that a beginner can use yet has all the features an expereienced shooter would desire. Two other family members have purchased the same camera after using mine.
Review: I bought the Canon S1 IS right when the model was first released as a digital camera for my wife and as a take along camera when I didn't want to bring my Digital SLR (Canon 10D). I've now been using the camera for almost a year and can offer this... (more)
S5 IS makes a great mega zoom camera - many features - by jvolzer
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Pros: image quality, dedicated movie button, hot shoe, great zoom, image stabilization
Cons: Uses 4 AA batteries, SD slot is in battery compartment, lens cap comes off easily
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Bottom Line: Great camera, tons of features, stills and movies. Full auto, but plenty of creative or manual settings. Take awesome indoor photos by adding Speedlite 430EX flash!
Review: Overview The Canon S5 IS digital camera is an 8-megapixel 12X “super zoom” camera with an SLR-like body, and is the successor to the S3 IS, sharing the same lens and many similar functions. The S5 IS uses Canon’s new DIGIC III... (more)
Great for travel - by zan720
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Pros: image stabilization, zoom, manual settings, image quality, swivel lcd
Cons: buttons all over the place, lens cap, autofocus in low light, beep
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Bottom Line: This camera is for someone who is getting more serious about their photography.
Review: I started traveling a lot for work and I decided that I would use these opportunities to do some hard core tourism on the side. I already have the Canon A60, but I was looking for more megapixels and a bigger zoom. I decided to go with the S1 IS since I... (more)
Canon PowerShot S1-IS: great combination of features & price - by markark
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Pros: 10X optical zoom, image stabilizer, swivel LCD
Cons: no macro
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Bottom Line: The image-stabilized 10X zoom and swivel LCD are a unique combo. Given ample money, I'd choose the S2 over the S1, but I'm happy with the S1's value.
Review: I've had the PowerShot S1-IS for about 6 weeks, and found that my photos have improved greatly since my initial purchase. I suspect that some difficulties reported may be due less to the camera than the user. Lens cap loss: Just attach it to the neck... (more)
Canon S1 IS.... Almost perfect, but no cigar. - by rhlueke
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Pros: Great looking pictures, even at 8x10. Low price for all the features. Canon quality.
Cons: Viewfinder autofocus freeze. Lens cap won't stay on. Small LCD.
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Bottom Line: Very nice camera for a very nice price. Lots of good features and you can't beat the 10x IS zoom.
Review: I have owned 4 digital cameras, from the point and shoot to the Canon D60 DSLR. I am looking for that perfect camera - light weight and near pocket size, long zoom, preferably stabilized, automatic as well as a full range of manual features, focuses in... (more)
What a great little camera! Easy to use the basics, with advanced features available - by WSRF
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Pros: Ease of use. Image quality. Outstanding underwater housing. Uses AA batteries.
Cons: Shutter lag, especially in IS mode. 1.5 inch screen. Plastic lens extension unit.
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Bottom Line: This is the PERFECT entry-level digital camera. Its options will allow the beginner to learn and move up rapidly. Excellent instructions and intuitive icons make learning easy.
Review: I bought this camera when my wife and I were on our way to Alaska (summer '05) and I didn't want to carry all the film that my Canon EOS film camera would have demanded. I was concerned that the "low" resolution would be a problem when I wanted to... (more)
Canon S1 IS - by njpoteri
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Pros: - Great quality photos
- Ultra-zoom
- Excellent video mode
- Intervalometer
- Ultra-zoom
- Excellent video mode
- Intervalometer
Cons: Only 3MP
Some purple fringing
No flash hot shoe
No AF illuminator
Some purple fringing
No flash hot shoe
No AF illuminator
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Bottom Line: Great photos, excellent features, ultra-zoom and IS.
Review: I purchased this camera about a week ago. I previously owned the Minolta DiMAGE Z1, but was unhappy with that camera's flaws (such as very bad chromatic aberration, and audio/video out of sync). On paper, the Z1 was great, but my experience was less... (more)
Canon's S1 IS Is No Deal Breaker - by gregii
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Pros: 10X optical zoom, Image Stabilization, Canon quality images and fast focus & memory write times.
Cons: Maximum film speed ISO 400; and maybe 3.1 megapixel - still no deal breaker!
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Bottom Line: A nitch camera. Want to shoot better photos but need a better camera than point & shoot - and want to pay less than high dollar "pro-sumer" prices?
Review: Bought a PowerShot S1 IS for my wife. Though I fancy myself an advanced amateur she is a film point & snapper who only recently became curious about digital. She will use it primarily at our (NFL) Titans games. She is tired of missing shots of... (more)
The Canon S5 IS Is the Perfect Family Camera - by creedw
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Pros: GREAT stereo movies with zoom. Tilting display. Uses AA batteries. Hot shoe.
Cons: Lens not as wide (36-432mm)as others in its class. No constant battery indicator.
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Bottom Line: Highly recommended for an all-in-one camera for the family.
Review: The Canon S5 IS Is the Perfect Family Camera Having a young family, I found that my old Sony point and shoot with 3X optical wasn’t getting the job done in many of the situations that a young family takes pictures. We were frequently going to... (more)
Canon Powershot S5 IS - by borgarma
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Pros: Fast, powerful zoom. Excellent video. Macro to 0 inches. Viewer bright and clear.
Cons: Lens cap (arrg!) Product manual hard to use. Controls complicated for casual use. Bulky.
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Bottom Line: I am satisfied with this purchase. It took more time than I anticipated to learn to use, but once operating, I find it hard to put down.
Review: Excellent camera overall with very good capabilities for a casual photographer (like me). I purchased this camera after using a 5 megapixel Kodak camera for 3 years. The canon exceeds the capability and quality of the Kodak, and the software is... (more)
Canon S1 iS for sports - by williamrender
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Pros: Great movie mode, colors. Easy to use auto mode works well.
Cons: Poor focus in low light, Support is terrible
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Bottom Line: long zoom, easy to use, great photo's
Review: Canon S1 iS I wanted a camera that could do it all. I wanted a good sports camera as I’m on the ski hill all winter and on the mountain bike all summer, it had to be able to reach my subject and catch a quick shot before they zoomed by. I also had my... (more)
Great Camera - Many Many Options - by tjtoolmanz
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Pros: ZOOM, Video, Image Stabilization, Manual Settings (Savable), too many to list
Cons: Auto-focus doesn't always cut it in low light, only 3 mega-pizels
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Bottom Line: Once you get to know the camera, you can do many things with it. Great Camera, Get one!
Review: First a little history on my Digital Camera experience…. I have owned 4 Digital Cameras over the past 3 years….. Originally I started out with a Canon Digital ELPH S200, I loved the features and compact nature, but was left really unsatisfied with... (more)
The S5IS works for me - fun and practical. - by corona79
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Pros: photo quality, 12x zoom, video capability, AA batteries
Cons: LCD viewfinder issues, insecure lens cap, no remote
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Bottom Line: I've had my S5IS for a couple of years, and although not perfect, it's always been fun and practical. You can't go wrong with it or its successors.
Review: For those who aren't looking for an SLR, this is one digital camera that I happily endorse. It has way too many features to list, but the S5IS is easy to use for "point and shoot". As you being taking picture, you'll use the AUTO or... (more)
I love this camera! - by theheidis
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Pros: 10x Zoom, Flip out LCD
Cons: Size
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Bottom Line: This is a great camera with a lot of functionality for the price.
Review: Other people have described the features of this camera so I'll just blab on a little about why I love it so much. The Canon S1 IS is the fourth digital camera I have owned. And the best. I was so happy with my Sony cameras, I never thought I'd try... (more)
Canon could have gotten it right - by maxx_maltesse
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Pros: 10x optical zoom, image stabilization
Cons: Pathetic LCD for camera in this price range
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Bottom Line: Not recommended, pricey attempt to do it all. Interesting failure that may start a trend. Can get more usable cameras for less. Wait for the next model.
Review: I recently needed to purchase a digital camera. Having had really good results with my Canon photo printer I looked to Canon's products. The requirements were enough features to keep me interested. While being easy enough to use that my wife who is... (more)
great little camera - by porcupine1
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Pros: Great button location, great color. Read review.
Cons: battery hold down hard to close. Lens cap unstable
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Bottom Line: Again this is one of these products asking the ultimate question. Would I buy this camera again. Answer is yes.
Review: I mentioned in a previous post that I bought the Kodak DX4530 about 4 years ago, also a great little camera for every day point and shoot. I needed something a little faster and bought the CANON S5 IS. The old Kodak gave me 2 seconds between shots. The... (more)
Canon Powershot S1 IS - by jtreviews
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Pros: Image Stabilization, flip screen, multi-features, 10x zoom
Cons: 3.2 megapixels
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Bottom Line: If you are just beginning and want a feature rich camera, then look no further.
Review: I originally purchased this particular camera due to Canon's reputation and the fact that is one of the best beginners cameras out there. First let's start with the bad: 3.2 megapixels is a little low for any new camera, but it will still get the... (more)
Stuff your wallet and go get one! Get accessories later! (see tips) - by kdmb28080
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Pros: Everything you could require in a camera for the price. Accessories available are outstanding.
Cons: Sucks the everloving juice out of batteries!Name brand Accessories are outrageously priced.
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Bottom Line: best bang for the buck, easy to use, learn it fast, great pics, plenty optional accessories. Be sure to get 8x 2400mah nimh rechargable batteries, charger and AC adapter.
Review: This is my very first digital camera purchase (i have used several loaners)and it took me weeks of research to choose it. Of course I wanted the Rebel, but couldn't afford it, then I decided the S1 IS was better. I bought a 512mb card along with it which... (more)
Canon nearly got it completely right! - by twinfeats
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Pros: 10x zoom, video, image quality, plethora of features, battery life
Cons: No live image in continuous shooting mode
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Bottom Line: Best digital camera on the market today for the money, great stills and great video
Review: My last digital camera was the Minolta Z1, but there were several issues I had with it that caused me to look for something better. I read the specs on the S1 IS and couldn't wait for it to be released, buying one as soon as it was available. I have not... (more)
Submersible Case & But Compromises w/Camera - by exgman
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Pros: 10X Zoom; Lots of control or features.
Cons: Zoom is fast; Electronic viewfinder poor definition; Battery life doesn't seem like it's long enough.
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Bottom Line: Probably a good second camera for a prosumer/enthusiast. Might be a lot to learn for a new user.
Review: I bought this camera along with a Canon waterproof/submersible case for use in situations where I expected the camera would be subject to water exposure (canoeing, kayaking, sailing), and to use it underwater (snorkeling mostly). I own a Nikon D70, and... (more)
Finally a camera for both novice and professional! - by debbiesthemes
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Pros: Great for novice and pro alike, beautiful pictures, excellent ergonomic design, easy to use options.
Cons: Can be pricey if you don't shop around since it's relatively new on the market.
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Bottom Line: The perfect camera. It will work for all ability levels, it's lightweight and easy to hold, it has lots of options, and can be easily upgraded as skills improve.
Review: This beauty is brilliant! The body style is ergonomically pleasing and lightweight, the overall design is simple to use, it will satisfy a novice and professional alike, and the pictures are beautiful! Even the manual is well designed. My long search for... (more)
A great camera for certain uses - by montanaguy
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Pros: image stabilization, 10x lens, overall quality, acceptable speed, value for the features
Cons: Not a pocket camera nor a beginner point and shoot camera
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Bottom Line: A great camera for outdoor photographers; not the best for point and shoot beginners who could use something cheaper and simpler.
Review: This camera is great for anyone who really wants a 10x zoom for outdoor photos such as sports and wildlife. It can also function well as an outdoor landscape or even portrait camera. The best feature is the image stabilization for distance photos... (more)
not impressed... - by dolly19
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Pros: rotating lcd screen, manual features, powerful 10x optical zoom
Cons: poor focus
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Bottom Line: I recommend this camera only if you're not terribly concerned with high quality photos.
Review: I have high expectations when it comes to digital cameras. I was a little concerned with the camera being a 3.2MP camera...especially when I'm so used to 4MP+ cameras. However; loving some of the features (especially the rotating LCD display), being a... (more)
sony ericssonz310a phone - by dacarr
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Pros: inexpensive phone with a lot of features
Cons: extremly poor battrey life
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Review: purchased the sony ericsson z310a cell phone online from AT&T/Cingular. I did a lot of research prior to purchase and thought I was making a good decision. I wish I had made a different decision. The phone is adequate and delivers everything the website... (more)
Canon PowerShot S1 IS - by lesleyah
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Pros: 10x zoom, movie mode, many different shooting modes
Cons: slightly bulky, lens cap, batteries
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Review: I was looking for a good camera. I wanted something that I could capture some action and slow shots with, and something that had a decent zoom. I have loved it ever since I bought it. It is a mid-sized camera, not one you can just stick in your pocket,... (more)
great for indoors - by lanadraws
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Pros: Accurate color with powerful flash. Great functions.
Cons: Had problem with flash.
Wish it were smaller.
Wish it were smaller.
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Review: This is my first digital camera. I chose it very carefully, primarily based on it's excellent low light capabilities and color trueness. I paint (indoor) murals so good indoor lighting is crucial. It's very easy to use. I love being able to zoom in... (more)
Fantastic! - by oscarburd
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Pros: Image and colors quality. The way it fills in my hand. The functions.
Cons: Photos with very lower light are impossible.
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Review: If you need a camera to take fantastic photos, this is your best choice!!! The images are just fantastic!!! The colors are WOW!!! I love this... (more)
Still the best camera for the money! - by bargain_benno
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Pros: movies, size, speed, sound, easily replaceable batteries
Cons: None
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Review: I have used this camera constantly for the last 2 years for my ebay photos and all I can say is that it has not missed a beat. I go through the rechargeables pretty frequently but I have 2 sets and it works fine. I take the camera with me everywhere and... (more)
nice long zoom camera - by pmkeating
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Pros: Image stabilization is awesome. Long zoom is unbelievable.
Cons: Not so great in low light.
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Review: The camera shines at what it's supposed to shine at - long zooms. Image stabilization is so important that it's a mistake to even consider a camera greater than 6x zoom without it. When shooting rapid-fire photos, the image stabilization can get... (more)
Beware: CCD problems!!! - by antonk2
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Pros: Would be nice if it would not fail.
Cons: CCD problems; customer-relation problems.
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Review: I used a Canon powershot S1-IS for 1 1/2 year in the tropics; then it stopped working! The CCD showed only purple smears on a black background. Canon admits this same problem for about 20 other camera's, but not for the S1-IS, so no free repair... (