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January 2008
(76%)
39 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Although the Canon PowerShot SX100 IS is a little bulky for a compact digital camera, it is still a great accessory to take on trips and family events. If you need a high-quality camera that features great enhancements (including face detection), then ...
The Canon PowerShot SX100 IS is a sensible, inexpensive option for those who want that big zoom power without having to embark on a steep learning curve. ...
Big 2.5-inch LCD monitor. Good image stabilization.
No optical viewfinder.
The PowerShot SX100 IS packs 10x optical zoom and impressive image stabilization at a competitive price point, and, at just over 4 inches wide, still fits in your pocket. ...
Abstract: Review Introduction The Canon Powershot SX100 IS packs an impressive feature set that includes a wide range of ISO, full-manual controls, manual focus, custom white-balance, exposure lock, choice of metering patterns and use of standard AA batteries. ...
Abstract: In the past year or so, there has been a strong push for manufacturers to produce compact super-zoom digital cameras. The reason for this trend is that early super-zoom cameras, such as the Sony DSC-H3, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3, and the Kodak EasySh...
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Fairly priced
Solidly built
Large buttons mean easy operation
Crisp, clean images
Controller is unnecessarily fiddly
Batteries dont last as long as rechargeable alternatives
If you value the ability to get closer to your subject than conditions may allow over and above a multitude of manual controls, then the simple to operate, solidly constructed SX100 IS offers a reliable option and great image quality into the bargain.
Good resolution, Clean and detailed image output at all zoom settings, Very efficient image stabilization, Fast, reliable focus (except in low light at longer focal lengths), Reliable exposure, Good white balance and accurate color (in daylight), Clear an...
Noise and noise reduction artefacts showing in fine texture even at low ISO, Very slow flash recycling (especially when batteries are weak), Images a bit soft viewed at 100% - benefit from a little sharpening, ISO 800 and above only suitable for emergency...
The SX100 IS is a bit of a wallflower, both in terms of design and specification. It is not ugly, but it certainly wont turn any heads either, it has a fairly good spec and feature set but nothing that we havent seen somewhere else before. Solid i...
Excellent 10x zoom lens
Optical image stabilization
Pretty accurate exposure metering
Good sharpness
Good color without oversaturation common in consumer digicams
Useful ISO range from 80 to 1,600
Minimal lens distortion
Reasonably compact for a long-zoom...
Not pocket-friendly
Quite a bit of chromatic aberration extending well into the image
Some consumers may find the images undersaturated
High contrast in harsh lighting
Noise (and the effects of noise reduction) can be intrusive, particularly at higher ISO...
The Canon PowerShot SX100IS offers a great value in an affordable, feature-rich long zoom digital camera thats user friendly and still reasonably compact. With an 8.0-megapixel CCD image sensor, the Canon SX100 IS has great image quality so long as theres...
