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Canon Powershot SX10 IS
Canon Powershot SX10 IS New
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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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Answered Questions for the Canon SX10 IS

Q: White colors are exploding with SX10--Contrast issue?
A: This problem can be overcome to some extent by using manual controls and turn on... read more
Q: Over-exposed background SX10IS! But not for my compact point-and-shot. Why?
A: I am having a similar problem as Desmond. In particular, the white areas of the... read more
Q: What is better the Canon SX 10 or the Nikon P80?
A: Check out this resource. It takes pictures with each and you can compare them side... read more
Q: Please suggest the best rechargable batteries for SX10?
A: I'm using Eneloop batteries with my Canon SX10. I take a lot of pictures daily... read more
Q: picture quality differences in SX1 and SX10
A: Not much at all, and considering that 99% of your shots will be snapshots, you... read more
Q: What's best for my needs?
A: The Canon SX10 IS is a little bulky compared to lesser models, however, it is... read more
Q: When this camera will be launching in India and how it wil be priced?
A: Usually the camera's that release in the US will take about a year or so... read more
Q: When it is going to be released in US?As it was expected on 15th Oct 2008.
A: October 15 is the date it was announced. The SX1 still has no US release... read more
Q: battery life of cannon powershot SX10
A: I own an S5.yes try the recheargables. A year ago I bought 8 rechargeable batteries. read more
Q: Can a Canon SX10 IS use the wide angle and tele lenses I used on my Canon A-1 years ago?
A: No, it does not have interchangeable lenses. read more
Q: what do you think of the sx10's lens? i heard its not made by canon...
A: Now that I have had the SX10 IS for over three weeks and taken over... read more
Q: Seeking great pics, quick shots. Deciding between the point and shoot Panasonic TZ5 or Canon Powershot SX10?
A: It sounds as though a point and shoot camera with 10x lens would be what... read more
Q: sony dsc-h50 or canon sx10 for shooting kids soccer
A: The SX10 IS takes sharp pictures indoors and out of doors. The only time you... read more
Q: Shallow Depth of Field -- for canon SX10
A: The SX10 IS and SX1 IS will take the pictures you want, no problem. I... read more
Q: which camera is better Olympus SP565UZ, Nikon P80 or Canon SX10
A: I returned a P80 because high noise and bad performance in low light. Pany is... read more
Q: How about add-on flashes?
A: the 430 ex should work, I use one on my S5 and the two communicate... read more
Q: whether we can attach filter lenses to sx 10 is
A: Yes.I have an ultra violet high definition lens filter on mine.The threads are a tight... read more
Q: Does the canon sx10 has highspeed continuous shooting and how fast
A: No, the SX10 IS does not have high speed continuous shooting. I get one frame... read more
Q: Flash Recharge Time
A: According to Canon recycle time is 12 seconds or less. I just took a string... read more
Q: I'm getting a raincover for SX10 (hasn't arrived yet), how long is the SX10 in full extension?
A: Just under 4 and 3/4 inches... read more

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Open Questions for the Canon SX10 IS

Q: Can't find Battery Charge Indicator on SX10 IS
5 points for best answer - No replies
Q: Which camera is better Canon SX10 IS or Sony DSC-H50?
15 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: My Flash control on my new 2wk. old 20x zoom is now grayed out in the options.
1 point for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Display is turns upside down.
15 points for best answer - 6 replies
Q: perfect camera for group photographs
15 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Taking still pictures while in movie mode
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: function of filters in sx10 is ???
7 replies
Q: Which Canon to buy - SX10 or G10?
5 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: Does the SX10 IS correspond with a Macintosh computer when downloading photos?
4 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I need it to work well from some distance w/ little or no flash when the subject is moving. Compare it to the Fujifilm S2000 HD.
20 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: picture quality differences in SX1 and SX10
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: did it take any coversion lens?
5 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: Just bought the SX 10 IS- None of the "professionals" seem to know about a filter for the lens~
4 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Could someone clarify if the Canon SX10 IS takes regular AA batteries, or do you have the option to use a Lithium battery?
5 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: abt takin night scapes exact settings ..???
4 replies
Q: Camera's write speed?
2 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: I need to know if the Canon SX10 IS has the date stamp on the picture. Does anybody know if this is an option?
1 point for best answer - 3 replies
Q: How does the SX10 do in low lighting- like concerts and basketball games?
20 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: hw abt the performance of sX 10 IS
2 replies
Q: can we get an experienced user to mess with the sx10?
20 points for best answer - 2 replies

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