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Canon PowerShot S230

Canon PowerShot S230

  • 4 out of 5
"A good all around camera: Canon S230"
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Q: Where can I get the S/W to install on my computer? I don't have the CD anymore
A: A good site to download the S/W you need will be the Canon Download Library.Go to this location and select... read more
Q: HELP! Advice on camera for gift??
A: Natalie,I started out using a Canon PowerShot S230 and I still use it on certain occasions. It fits great in... read more

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Q: My PowerShotS230 will no longer display the image in the viewfinder when taking a picture. Any ideas of the problem?
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Q: i NEED A BATTERY FOR Canon PowerShot S230, WILL A NB-3LH WORK, OR DO I NEED TO FIND A NB-1LH?
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Editors' Comments

The pocket-sized Canon PowerShot S230 is the 3-megapixel member of Canon's popular digital ELPH line. Offering a wider range of shutter speed and more manual controls than the 2-megapixel S200, this PowerShot should appeal to resolution-hungry shooters who value greater control over their pictures. Its compact size and image quality win it Digital Camera... read more

Specifications

  • 3.2 megapixels (effective)
  • 2x optical/3.2x digital zoom
  • autofocus only
  • program exposure only
  • JPEG file format
  • ISO range 50-400
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  • 4.5 out of 5

Average rating based on 217 total reviews: 4.5/5

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  • 4 out of 5
A good all around camera: Canon S230 (Stanley Asada - 9/21/06)

I feel I can safely say that the Canon S230 is a good camera. Not being a photo bug, I don't know if this is... read more

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Professional Reviews

  • 4.9 out of 5
Welcome and worthy travel companion (Imaging Resource - 4/4/03)

This reviewer has no major complaints about the Canon S230; its tiny size and advanced controls make it in an incredibly flexible camera. read original review

  • 4.9 out of 5
Image quality is excellent (Steve's Digicams - 4/4/03)

An enthusiastic thumbs up for the Canon S230, which makes a great camera for the active photographer. Great image quality, fast start-up time, and good manual controls make this ELPH a winner. read original review

  • 4.6 out of 5
Super fast performance (DC Resource - 4/4/03)

Movie mode with audio, quick performance, and relatively good battery life make the Canon S230 a hit, but frequent redeye and a small 2x zoom lower its score. read original review

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