Canon PowerShot S2 IS
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HQ Grade: B-
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
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- 7th of 53 in 5 Megapixel
- 53rd of 84 in Canon
- 34th of 79 in $350 - $600
- 33rd of 59 in Extended Zoom
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Answered Questions for the Canon S2 IS
- Q: black screen in S1IS canon camera
- A: Bad news on this. Tired on browsing in the Internet, I called Canon costumer support... read more
- Q: I have an Canon Powershot S2 IS and I have a two part question on settings.
- A: Well, the first thing you can do is reset your camera to factory default settings. read more
- Q: what is the largest gig memory card the S2IS would support?
- A: SD compatible, therefore, up to 2 GB. You may need a firmware update, however. Check... read more
- Q: Another solution for S2IS with black screen!
- A: What an outstanding troubleshooting technique, Guru. I bow to your out of the box thinking! read more
- Q: I receive an E18 error code when I try to zoom my S2 IS.
- A: We get this often. Try this website www.e18error.com. It is pretty helpful. Essentially, it may... read more
- Q: Does the S2 have a different image sensor than the sensor used in the S1?
- A: According the Simon Joinson's review of June 2005, the sensors are different in physical size... read more
- Q: the image is all white or has lines through it.
- A: Definitely sounds like a repair issue, and has been a previous problem with the camera... read more
- Q: What camera settings do I use for dance recital photos?
- A: hello dm here is a link to the settings you requirehttp://www.flickr.com/photos/makjen/589655978/meta... read more
- Q: Nothing happens when connected to computer by USB cable
- A: Osmia,Have you tried using a different USB port? I've seen those go bad before. I... read more
- Q: i have a S2 IS canon and i want to take photos of animals and birds usually at long distances and also mountains can you please help me in selecting
- A: You can't get a zoom lens for it, unfortunately. This camera's lens is fixed onto... read more
- Q: Can i use my S2 as a webcam?
- A: Yes appearently the S2 can be used as a webcam, which is news to me. read more
- Q: My S2 IS will not focus anymore, how do I fix it?
- A: Let's check the basics first -- batteries well charged AND connections cleaned with a pencil... read more
- Q: intermittent powerup
- A: Larry,This sounds like an internal wiring issue with the camera. You have tried the basic... read more
- Q: S2 IS reading memory card locked when clearly all 5 of mine are not!
- A: Stephanie,Don't worry about the points. Have you checked the toggle on the SD card to... read more
- Q: I have lost the manual for my EOS 10D camara
- A: You can download what you need here. read more
- Q: pictures are blurry what am I doing wrong
- A: Before shooting, press 1/2 on the capture button for 1s so you adjust the focus... read more
- Q: Why doesn't my camera hold the battery power?
- A: Try rechargable NiMh batteries, four AA size, of course, and fully charged at the time... read more
- Q: how to reset to factory settings canon s2is
- A: Hi Ian,When the camera is turned on, press and hold the Menu button for 5... read more
- Q: I have heard there is a recall on the S1IS due to dysfunctional CCD sensors? Has anyone had any success with getting repairs/replacement?
- A: I can't speak to having the experience (although I am going to have my camcorder... read more
- Q: Bad Resolution Shots
- A: Your camera may be one of a host of cameras that suffered from a faulty... read more
Open Questions for the Canon S2 IS
- Q: no power
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: When I go to take a picture the display screen turns upside down??
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Overexposure problem after the black screen
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: I have an S2 and I too have a black screen issue.
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: blue review screen with horizontal stripes
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: red light when i turn it on
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: What is the maximum capacity SD card for S2 IS?
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Just fixed my "stuck shutter problem." But camera pics come out really light. Any Ideas?
- 20 points for best answer - 6 replies
- Q: the camera is switched on but the screen is completely blank. What should i do???
- 10 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: My lens has gotten scratched. Can it be fixed or replaced?
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: Where can I take the camera for repair?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Change Battery mesage with fresh Batteries
- 5 points for best answer - 10 replies
- Q: One more"black screen" problem in the S1
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I bought this Camera because it was touted as a good choice for taking shots of motion sports (eg Hockey). What settings are best?
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: where can i get a new memory stick
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I'm looking for non SLR extended zoom camera, so far come up with Canon S3 IS, Sony H5 and Kodak P712. Any suggestions?
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: Some of the language is confusing me. What is megaplex, SLR & the if the letters after the name mean something specific ?
- 15 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: what camera would you reccommend in the price range of 250-350 that has a great zoom,
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Confused! My 16 yo daughter wants to take artistic photos with zoom. S2 with xtra lenses, S3, H5, Panasonic? I will spend around $400
- 3 replies
- Q: Easy to use and hold like my Olympus 3040 with higher zoom for sports
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
