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Canon Powershot S5 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
- 16th of 68 in 8 Megapixel
- 16th of 80 in $350 - $600
- 14th of 57 in Extended Zoom
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Answered Questions for the Canon S5 IS
- Q: Which camera? Sony T70, Canon 870, or Canon 950?
- A: Tyler,I'm outlining the major specifications for the three cameras in the following order: Canon SD950... read more
- Q: CHDK- open ended question
- A: CHDK can do a lot more, but you probably will be more interested in time... read more
- Q: Is there an S6 IS or S7 IS due anytime in the near future?
- A: Happy to help, Joe. But just remember that in the point and shoot world, an... read more
- Q: How can I change the color in "Color Swap"
- A: Hershey,Canon's color swap mode is designed to do this. You should be able to get... read more
- Q: Which AA rechargable batteries and charger would best suit my S5IS Camera?
- A: Use Eneloop (Sanyo brand) original (white in colour)batteries. I have taken 450 snaps using these... read more
- Q: Canon S5-IS vs. SX10-IS
- A: That's a very reasoned examination, Canonical. Sure, you can go with the SX10, but I... read more
- Q: I just ordered the S5 IS, what size memory card and class would be recommended, I was thinking PNY class6 16gb?
- A: ok, I had Ask Canon before and they inform me to use a 4GB max.?! read more
- Q: how can i decrease the mega pixel in the camera
- A: There should be an option in the menu which allows you to change the picture... read more
- Q: Can I know the price for Canon Powershot S5 IS ?
- A: Check the links of the vendors above, they'll give you a good idea of the... read more
- Q: When I download pics, how can I lesson file size?
- A: Well, once you download them, you can use a photo editor and change the resolution... read more
- Q: Canon S5 IS vs FZ18 colour
- A: Hi Stefano,Each digital camera manufacturer uses a different hardware imaging sensor, and different image processing... read more
- Q: Which camera - Canon S5, SX100, Panasonic TZ5, Sony H50
- A: 6-8 is more than enough for basic snapshots and the occasional 5x7 or 8x10 enlargement. read more
- Q: Which Camera? Powershot S5 IS or Powershot SX100 IS?
- A: Personally I chose the S5 over the SX100. Reasons based on features: -1. More zoom... read more
- Q: A good investment
- A: Are you looking at those because of budgetary reasons? Because for a little more, you... read more
- Q: Info on camera buying
- A: Well, there's always going to be something on the horizon. Prices on the S5 have... read more
- Q: Can the Canon S5IS "shoot" by remote control. The camera is new and I can't find that addressed in the owner's manuals.
- A: It's not in the manual, it's not in the list of available accesories. Canon makes... read more
- Q: I am looking for a camera to buy for my boyfriend. I am looking at the Canon S5IS. It's in my price range. Is there any other camera suggestions
- A: Hi Roxy,As far as battery life, don't let the idea of something aside from an... read more
- Q: Can this camera be used for digiscoping?
- A: Diane,This (and I would guess the rest of) the Canon SD line do not allow... read more
- Q: What's the time-lapse ability in the S5 versus the S3?
- A: Well, according to Image Resource, a site which tests cameras out and posts the pictures... read more
- Q: What other cameras with similar features should I compare with the P80?
- A: Canon has the S5IS. It's highly ranked and performs very well.To get comparisons, you may... read more
Open Questions for the Canon S5 IS
- Q: Please compare Canon's SX110 IS,SX10 IS,SX1 IS and S5 IS
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: how can I make S5 record audio only (for 1 hour) - not a memo (under 1 min)
- 19 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Replacing the part of the shutter button on S5IS
- 15 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Can I use an old Vivitar 2600D c/n/r flash unit with the S5?
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: All rechargable AA batteries I use with S5IS, run out quickly. Plz suggest high performance batteries and charger for S5IS
- 5 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: I bought this camera. Any ideas for using single shot @ football games. I know continuous mode is slow. What settings can I use for football/basketb
- 3 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: I just got my canon powershot s51s recently. yesterday when taking outdoor pictures, I end up with a totally white picture, while indoor pictures are
- 15 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: S5 IS mage noise level is horrible even @ ISO 80, canon A640 produces much better picturs quality, is it a common problem for this camera?
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: how I can make my photo more living?? I am just a new comor.... so please help me...
- 2 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I got a 58 mm tiffen uv lens for my s5 Is and can't mount it do I need an adapter
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: lense cover falls off the lense too easily
- 5 points for best answer - 6 replies
- Q: Does anyone else have battery problems with the S5 after months of usage?
- 15 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: Out of focus
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I just, just got a Canon S5 IS and opened it today and when I turn it to 'shoot' mode a dark screen comes up and it says E24?? Anyone have any ideas?
- 10 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: I just purchased the S5 and I found that the more zoom I use in a shot, the darker the picture. Would an external flash solve this problem?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Any suggestions on a camera to be used for a floral arranging portfolio? User friendly yet professional?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Suddenly, my S5 1S is cutting off after a change battery icon even after adding new batteries. Why and how can i fix thew problem?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: questions abt the G9
- 4 points for best answer - 6 replies
- Q: What is so great with this camera?
- 5 points for best answer - 12 replies
- Q: canon s5 shows red dot in lcd.If i take pictures it dont show any red dot but its clearly visible when i take video.Any solution ?
- 5 points for best answer - 9 replies
