Canon PowerShot S3 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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This camera is ranked
- 3rd of 40 in 6 Megapixel
- 33rd of 63 in Extended Zoom
- 53rd of 82 in Canon
- 34th of 88 in $350 - $600
- 32nd of 71 in Over $600
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Answered Questions for the Canon S3 IS
- Q: Which Canon with viewfinder and stabilizer is best under $300
- A: Peggy,I would go with the Canon S3 IS. It has a huge optical zoom (12x... read more
- Q: what the best lumix FZ8 or CANON S3?
- A: I agree with 'nwfb 7', I also bought the fz8 about a month ago and... read more
- Q: I"m looking SImple Digital Camera that has great Action shots and not a lot of features?
- A: C,You're going to want a camera that can handle faster moving shots. To get the... read more
- Q: Is there a good book about the operation of the camera, other than the User Guide that came with it?
- A: You could try the ShortCourses book:http://www.shortcourses.com/store/canon-s3is.htmlI understand they're pretty useful in describing camera features. read more
- Q: How many shots can you take in sucessation, before it slows down?
- A: Trisha,When in "large/fine" mode, you can take approximately 1.5 shots per second. When in "high-speed... read more
- Q: I am looking for a good digital camera for my Mom. Min 6megapixels, 4x zoom, large buttons &/or print so that she can see what she's doing without get
- A: Star,I used the previous version of the Canon S3 IS and found it to be... read more
- Q: Comparing the kodakz612 with canon s3is?
- A: I think you're right to go with the S3 IS. The S2 IS was well... read more
- Q: Can I save a magified image from a photo, "take a picture of a picture"?
- A: Well, probably not in the camera. Some have a cropping feature, but to zoom it... read more
- Q: is it possible to take shots using just or original lens and create an illusion as if you were using a wide lens?
- A: Yes you can if you preset the camera's ' recording pixels ' to ' widescreen... read more
- Q: Where can I get the IR remote for the 3S 1S.
- A: I did find a listing online for an MR-5 Infrared Remote Controller for Canon for... read more
- Q: I'm going to buy digicam for the first time.And through the reveiw I got 4 - 5 complaint reviews So what should I do?
- A: Well I think you have to ask yourself if this is even the right camera... read more
- Q: Is it true that, Canon DigiCam made in USA is not suitable Asiatic hot climate?
- A: Well, the extreme temperatures coupled with the humidity of the asiatic climate would reek havoc... read more
- Q: why do the pictures appear greenish when uploaded in the pc?
- A: The adjustment Richio is talking about is called White Balance, and it can be adjusted... read more
- Q: In playback mode, is there any way to "extract" single images from a movie and save the single image?
- A: In movie maker, load your video, scroll to your photo spot, then click on tools... read more
- Q: hi, can anyone tell me the detailed function of MF button in my canon s3is?
- A: Macro focus?!I'm pretty sure it's Manual Focus and I use it all the time to... read more
- Q: Hi, I have the S3 IS. Can someone tell me what setting would be best for kids sports with zoom? Mine are always grainy :(
- A: Ah, that's a little strange, then. Here's what I'd recommend...Try going into full manual mode... read more
- Q: canon S3 IS or sony H5 / H2 -- which is worth taking ??
- A: I bought both the Canon S3 IS and Sony DSC H5 cameras because the sales... read more
- Q: need rapid fire, image satilization,moviemode compact longest battery life and ability for longer video
- A: Hi Christina,There are only four Canons with image stabilization, and only two of these are... read more
- Q: Recommendations for compact, 7+mp,super optical zoom >4X, image stabilization and swivel/rotating LCD ?
- A: It's tricky to find a compact that also has a swivel LCD and a good... read more
- Q: I was leaning towards the S3 when I was shown Kodak Z712. I haven't been able to find ANY info. on this Model. It was being pushed hard.
- A: That's strange, I just clicked it and there's the review... Here's an excerpt from the... read more
Open Questions for the Canon S3 IS
- Q: How can I get video streem from "canon powershot s3 is" in linux / ubuntu?
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: what is the highest resolution on this camera--i looked at the options, but they were confusing.......?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: camera wont turn on to take pictures
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Can an SDHC card be used in this camera?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Can an SDHC card be used in this camera?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: is a remote control with timer available?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: what to do when it says lens erro
- 4 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: focus light stays on
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: is this camera capable of remote capture
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Black screen on S3 IS
- 20 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: i have this crazy idea.. do you think it will work?
- 5 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: are there any distributors of lensmate lens in makati?
- 3 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: How can I take sports action pictures at night with Canon S3 IS camera
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: can I to use this camera like a webcam,what kind of cable I need
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: AT WHAT PRICE I WILL GET IN INDIA IN RUPEES?
- 19 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: could you tell me about a symbol on the screen?
- 3 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: so has any body tried using teleconverters on their s3is by now? its because im also planning to buy one. and i want to know feedbacks about it
- 1 point for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: How does IS work?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I am trying to decide between Canon S5 and Canon Digital Rebel.
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: what is the difference between lens Adapter and Lens Hood
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
