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Canon Powershot SX200 IS

Canon Powershot SX200 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.
  • 3 out of 5
"bought and returned"
  • 5 out of 5
"Recommended even for 4 yr. old child"
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[Read our full Canon SX200 review] Canon has now entered the compact zoom market that Panasonic has typically dominated with a compact 12x zoom camera that has a vintage, rangefinder-like aesthetic. The Canon Powershot SX200 IS is clearly aimed at cameras like the Lumix ZS3... read more

Specifications

  • 12.1 megapixels
  • HD movie mode with sound (1280 x 720, 30 minutes / 4GB); HDMI output
  • 12x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Face detection auto focus
  • 28mm wide-angle lens
  • Image stabilization
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Q: Deciding betwenn Canon Powershot SX200IS or Canon SD1200 IS
A: Well, you could check out this resource. It takes pictures with each and you can compare them side by side.But... read more
Q: Between this camera and the SX110 IS ?
A: While you'll get an extra 2x zoom, I don't think that's really all that big a deal. And the additional... read more
Q: Choosing between SX200 IS and Nikon P90
A: The SX200 IS is a compact superzoom (12X zoom) designed to be reminisce of a range finder type camera (It... read more

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Open Questions for the SX200 IS

Q: High Power Battery for SX 200 IS
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Can 16 GB Memory card be used to increase video record time to about 80 minutes ?
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: how does the sx200 do in low light
20 points for best answer - 2 replies

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3.5 out of 5 1588 Store Reviews Amazon Amazon $291.87 Go!
4.0 out of 5 1119 Store Reviews eBay eBay $298.50 Go!
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  • 3.79 out of 5

Average rating based on 165 total reviews: 3.79/5

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  • 3 out of 5
bought and returned (steve - 7/9/09)

I recently purchased this camera at Future shop for 379.99. I was indecisive when I went and let the salesman talk me into purchasing this... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Recommended even for 4 yr. old child (Wiron - 9/26/09)

This camera is really amazing. Alsmost same with Canon G9 (office camera) but more user friendly and even my 4 yrs old daughter could used... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Great camera with 12X Zooming (Dhanushka - 9/25/09)

This is the best travel size camera ever. extended zoom packed in small body camera is what i was looking for and extremely happy with... read more

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