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Canon Powershot S5 IS

Canon Powershot S5 IS

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  • 5 out of 5
"You name it & you will have it !"
  • 2 out of 5
"I sent it back!"
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Once more, Canon delves into the extended zoom field and comes up with a decent update to their already well-liked cameras. The S5 IS picks up where the S3 and S2 IS left off (what, no S4?), with a long 12x image stabilized zoom lens and 8 megapixel sensor. The biggest addition to this model is the Face Detection auto focus, which is smart enough... read more

Specifications

  • 8 megapixels
  • DIGIC III Image Processor
  • Movie mode with sound
  • JPEG file format
  • 12x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Lens shift Image Stabilization
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Q: Canon S5-IS vs. SX10-IS
A: That's a very reasoned examination, Canonical. Sure, you can go with the SX10, but I don't know that it has... 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 increased ISO range can also... 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.?! But the guys over at... read more

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Open Questions for the S5 IS

Q: Can I use an old Vivitar 2600D c/n/r flash unit with the S5?
20 points for best answer - No 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 - 3 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 - 2 replies

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  • 4.44 out of 5

Average rating based on 771 total reviews: 4.44/5

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  • 5 out of 5
You name it & you will have it ! (Anand - 9/10/08)

Yes, it is wonderful machine.....

**12X optical zoom is handy outdoor video shoots,
**8.0 MP is very bright for indoor photos
**+ flash... read more

  • 2 out of 5
I sent it back! (ddk - 8/19/08)

Not at all impressed! I was so looking forward to it too! NOise at 80 ISO was unacceptable! Shadow the lens creates in macro or... read more

  • 5 out of 5
More features and mostly well executed (Jerry Schneir - 8/14/08)

Both as a teacher of digital photography and as an owner of at least 20-30 digital camras over the last 7-10 years this one camera... read more

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