| 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
- 5 out of 5
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- 5th of 63 in Extended Zoom
- 9th of 102 in 9 and 10 Megapixels
- 8th of 27 in Powershot
- 13th of 82 in Canon
- 2nd of 44 in $300 - $350
- 11th of 87 in $350 - $600
- 4 out of 5
only missing the versatility of different lenses
(TeeJah - 12/2/08)Regardless of how the review sounds, I am very pleased with this camera. I'm just gonna highlight a few of the MANY great things that I like about this camera, but I will go into more detail bout the cons just because I think that that's what most people like to know.
PROs - I am very pleased with the camera for the amount of $$ I paid. The functions and different modes of shooting are fun/excellent and easy and fast to adjust on-the-fly. F2.8 in manual mode is pretty cool for great depth of field. 20X optical is impressive as well. The flip-out screen is great to catch those peculiar angles with ease. Capturing shots WHILE you are filming is an underrated function that I like. Basic photo editing functionality on the camera is a cool feature that I didn't have before. I like that no matter how close I am to an object (0mm), I'll still get a clear picture in focus...wide/telephoto lens is a GREAT thing to have.
CONs - My biggest argument is with myself rather than the camera. I have to master the only lens that comes with the camera, which makes me sometimes wonder if I would've like to spend more money for a camera that has the versatility of adding different lenses (like the G10)???But when I think about it, for the price I paid, I can't complain (I knew what I was getting myself into). The manual focus function is a bit tricky/challenging to figure out (I miss the SLR way). The lens cap is not connected. . . happy hunting. There is an internal "pop-up" flash, but it's only consistant for less than 12'. You need good lighting for the "Tele" shots or a steady hand with some AP and Shutter tweaking and/or the flash, although a tripod would somewhat remedy the situation too. I'll admit I do miss the continuous (4+ fps) of th 40D, but $$$ remember.
The only thing I am going to "add" is a Speedlite flash (430ex or 580).
Summary - If you don't have the $$ to buy all kinds of different lenses/equipment and just want something that is packaged to offer you MORE than just your average P&S camera for the same price, then this camera is for you. I really am excited about owning this camera and love the control I have to be creative or to just shoot in the auto mode or any of the presets and feel confident that I'll hve quality shots.
