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Canon Powershot SX10 IS
Canon Powershot SX10 IS
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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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"Good camera...with a few issues."
  • 5 out of 5
"Journey Shot"
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Answered Questions for the Canon SX10 IS

Q: Does the SX10 have any reportable Error problems with the lens motor that other models have had?
A: The SX10 is getting great marks and I haven't heard of any e18 issues. I... 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: Canon SX10 or Nikon P90
A: I haven't any experience with the Canon, but I know that they make fantastic products... read more
Q: any experience with "Stop and Shop Digital"?
A: Stop & Shop Digital (stopandshopdigital.com) is the latest bait and switch website to appear on... read more
Q: How do I take a single picture out of a movie I have recorded
A: Well, you can do that, but the problem is a single frame of video has... read more
Q: Is this camera good for professional-quality photography?
A: How professional? If you're walking great wedding shots, crisp and clear shots of macros, look... read more
Q: Does the sx10is have a battery meter ?
A: The SX10 IS has an icon that pops up warning of low battery. It is... read more
Q: Orange color effect on indoor snaps ? Why so ?
A: Because your Auto White Balance is choosing a white balance that is too warm. When... read more
Q: Out-door photos are not as clear as indoor with flash
A: If the person's face is dark, that sounds like a "backlight" situation. This is where... 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: How to clean lense and LCD screen ?
A: There's a great article on this here. A good quality lens cleaner and a microfiber... read more
Q: While using a tripod IS should be off.. if it is necessary
A: Image Stabilization (and vibration reduction) lenses look for vibrations in your camera in order to... read more
Q: How to adjust white balance ?
A: Ken Rockwell has a good writeup on setting white balance. Worth a read. But the... read more
Q: Is it possible to take all the shots using ISO 80 ?
A: Fair? You can do whatever works for you, Kapil. An ISO of 80 is great... read more
Q: Can we take sharp snap of flying bird ?
A: Use a sports setting, high ISO, flash, and pan with the action. Try and guess... read more
Q: Are you having problems with poor quality w SX10?
A: More megapixels means you can print at larger sizes, not that you get an increase... read more
Q: Does the quality of memory card effect the pics quality
A: Not really. bits are bits. the difference would be in how long the card lasts... read more
Q: Could someone clarify if the Canon SX10 IS takes regular AA batteries, or do you have the option to use a Lithium battery?
A: The SX10 IS uses 4 AA-size Alkaline Batteries or AA-size Ni-MH Batteries.4 AA batteries increase... read more
Q: How to take pictures in full sunlight
A: The key to taking good pictures in full sunlight is to make sure the sunlight... read more
Q: Does SX10 include a lens hood?
A: If you look at "What's in the box," the lens hood is included:http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=17630#BoxContentsActLH-DC50.A lot of... read more

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Open Questions for the Canon SX10 IS

Q: What significant differences are there with Canon SX10is that makes it better than a Canon S5is?
5 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: lens adapter for a canon 'powershot SX10 IS' camera
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: What does the IS stand for?
20 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Filters
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: canon sx10is white screen no pix
15 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: method of resetting the the factory settings of Nikon D3000
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: i can feel a slight vibration on sports mode. is this normal?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: does canon sx10ishave a veiw finder, ????
5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Resetting the camera to factory settings ?
1 point for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How good is the HD video in this camera?
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Difference between using SD cards and SDHC cards ?
1 reply
Q: How to know the camera is defective ?
1 reply
Q: can i mount 52mm filters or caps to Canon SX10 IS
15 points for best answer - 4 replies
Q: can't download to mac using 10.5.6
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: does original sx10is cap fits with lanesmate adaptor
4 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I just bought a new Canon SX10 IS. Did not come with hood, just cap. Need it badly!! Are they available. Can't seem to find on site.
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Canon Sx IS and Vista Registry
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Can the Canon SX10 IS take panorama pictures?
2 replies
Q: C-mount for clinical use?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Does advance P&S mean that you have a better image quality than the compact?
10 points for best answer - 3 replies

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