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Canon Powershot SX100 IS

Canon Powershot SX100 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.
  • 4 out of 5
"Good, but not great....."
  • 4 out of 5
"wonderfull Canon sx100"
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Meet the Canon Powershot SX100 IS, the first new offering in what should prove to be an exciting compact zoom line. The SX100 IS is looking to compete with Panasonic's TZ3, giving consumers a large, 10x optical zoom lens in a tiny, compact body. Lenses get longer and packages get smaller; there's no stopping this trend. So check out the SX100 IS... read more

Specifications

  • 8 megapixels
  • 10x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Lens-shift image stabilization
  • Auto and manual focus
  • Auto and manual exposure
  • ISO 80-1600
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Answered Questions for the SX100 IS

Q: LENS ERROR, RESTART CAMERA. HELP
A: Be warned that banging the camera around will void your warranty, if you have one.Maria is right that there are... read more
Q: how do I put my sx100 is in movie mode
A: Turn the shooting mode dial to the movie camera icon. To change the quality, push the FUNC/SET button.You can download... read more
Q: Re the powershot sx1000. Can I separate photos from videos before uploading?
A: They should be in a separate folder. But if not, it's relatively simple to plug the cards into the computer... read more

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Open Questions for the SX100 IS

Q: error obj.restart camera, what does mean
20 points for best answer - No replies
Q: does the battery pack need a converter for use in Asia?
1 point for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How much could I sell my SX100 IS for?
5 points for best answer - 1 reply

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  • 4.45 out of 5

Average rating based on 338 total reviews: 4.45/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Good, but not great..... (Thomas S. - 11/10/08)

This is a very good camera. It takes excellent photos in both outdoor and indoor situations. The 10x zoom range is very handy.
However, it... read more

  • 4 out of 5
wonderfull Canon sx100 (Michael - 9/2/08)

I must say, I love the handsome black sx100. It's an awesome camera, wonderfully working IS and zoom. Pictures are of a first rate in... read more

  • 4 out of 5
The Best (Timothy Toutant - 8/24/08)

As a new user to a higher end Cannon camera all I can say is "WOW". I fly radio controlled giant scale model aircraft and... read more

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Professional Reviews

  • 4 out of 5
More Good Than Bad (CNET - 11/9/07)

CNET's esteemed reviewers take a look at the SX100 and are pleased overall, but do have a few concerns about the design and some inconsistent performance issues. Check out their exhaustive report. read original review

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Canon Powershot SX100 IS News

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