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Canon Powershot S5 IS
Canon Powershot S5 IS
B+
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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Our Top Cameras for Fall 2007!

Take a look at what DCHQ readers and digital camera owners say are the best digital cameras available right now.

From DCHQ - Sep 13, 2007

The following cameras have all received "A" grades, signifying their superior performance and popularity. Our grades are determined by a number of factors, including owner satisfaction, the camera's age, the availability and diversity of prices, and the current "buzz" (whether or not people are really excited about the camera). We're confident that the cameras listed below are the best cameras in their class. If you'd like to compare them to other similar cameras, simply click the bolded links to jump to our camera type browse pages.

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Two New Canon Cameras Available for Preorder

The S5 IS continues Canon's lauded extended zoom line, while the SD850 IS offers big megapixels with image stabilization in a tiny package.

From DCHQ - May 18, 2007

The S5 IS follows up on the much loved S2 IS and the more recent S3 IS. read more

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