Note: this camera was first sold in
May 2007.
There may be newer versions available.
Canon Powershot S5 IS
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
- 23rd of 66 in Extended Zoom
- 8th of 56 in 8 Megapixel
- 45th of 82 in Canon
- 21st of 69 in Over $600
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Editors' Comments
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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Answered Questions for the S5 IS
- Q: Lens for Canon S5?
- A: Yeah, I would definitely recommend a Speedlite series flash. The speedlites are made really well and integrate with all the... read more
- Q: why pictures get darked at good light?
- A: Well, since you've already reset the camera, I'd look at CanonUSA.com for a firmware update. While there, you can cruise... read more
- Q: I am having focus problems i try holding the button 1/2 down but hardly get the green box
- A: Reset the camera, update the firmware. When you focus, focus on the subject you want to be in focus. Put... read more
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Open Questions for the S5 IS
- Q: How do I get my lcd to work? It was fine two weeks ago and now nothing appears on it. Am I doing something wrong?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: any way to get fillin flash for outside or backlight situations?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: New problem on 2yr old camera - pictures too dark- can only adjust in manual or tv - any ideas?
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Canon S5 IS
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$799.95 |
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