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Manufacturer: Canon Part number: 3190B001
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- Though it's certainly a good, inexpensive megazoom camera, some aspects of the Canon PowerShot SX110 IS fall a bit short of its predecessor.
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CNET editors' review
Canon PowerShot SX110 IS (Black) price range: $487.05
- Reviewed by: Joshua Goldman
- Edited by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 12/11/2008
- Released on: 02/01/2008
The good: First-rate photo quality; full set of manual exposure controls.
The bad: No optical zoom in movie capture; slippery body; spotty performance.
The bottom line: Though it's certainly a good, inexpensive megazoom camera, some aspects of the Canon PowerShot SX110 IS fall a bit short of its predecessor.
User reviews
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Best bang for the buck out there!
by TheInspector on October 28, 2008
Pros: Hi-res plus high zoom with image stabilization that flat out works. Huge view screen allows you to see your work clearly. Lots of nice shooting options, including full manual control. Face recognition is a good feature - it seems to work very well.
Cons: Not many that I can think of. If you want a real camera, but can't or don't want an SLR, this unit gives excellent pics, great control if you want to get creative and all for a reasonable price. It might be a bit large, a small point in my opinion.
Summary: I was looking for something to take over from my trusty old Nikon AF600 (yes, a film camera!) and I did not like the current rash of point and shoot ...
Summary: I was looking for something to take over from my trusty old Nikon AF600 (yes, a film camera!) and I did not like the current rash of point and shoot trinkets. I wanted something I could learn to use - to become a better picture taker. I think I found it with the SX110 IS.
8 out of 11 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I will start with the bottom-line. An excellent camera!
by jmagnin2 on February 19, 2009
Pros: please see bottom-line summary
Cons: please see bottom-line summary
Summary: With that said, there are a couple of things you should know when un-boxing the system. First of all, the measly 32mb memory card you receive is just about worthless. ...
Summary: With that said, there are a couple of things you should know when un-boxing the system. First of all, the measly 32mb memory card you receive is just about worthless. Plan on purchasing a 8gb card. They can be had for about $15 and if you take many photos or any videos you will be glad you did.
Also, my camera's video setting came out of the box in the "compact" mode, which in my option produces unusable video. Change it to the standard video/640 30fps (page 89 in the User Guide). While this still will not provide you with HD video, it is acceptable for causal shooting. However, the included 32mb memory card will only hold about 15 seconds of video at this setting.
Now for the important part. For the price point, this camera would be extremely hard to beat! The features are numerous and quite amazing. I took a picture of an object so far away I could hardly make it out, at full optical and digital zoom and the results were unbelievable. However, I must say I did enhance the photo a bit in Photoshop. You could probably do the same in just about any photo software program, even the one that comes with the camera.
I can't say I found any "cons" with this camera. Since I take causal and semi-professional photographs in my web designing business, I wanted a camera that was compact yet provided excellent results. If I wasn't concern with the size, I would have likely purchased a SX10 IS or XS1 IS, but for what I need the SX110 IS is more than adequate.
However, as others have mentioned the camera does eat a steady supply of batteries. Either buy your AAs in bulk or goes the rechargeable route. I didn't call the camera's energy requirement a con, because I like the big, bright and beautiful LCD and other power hungry features. For me, it is a reasonable tradeoff.
I would highly recommend this camera and I wish you happy shooting!4 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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excellent photos, marvelous zoom
by chavief on March 16, 2009
Pros: Great photos, lots of manual and fun settings, and most importantly: fantastic zoom.
Cons: a little sluggish sometimes when switching modes, the automatic flash mode sometimes washes people out.
Summary: I bought this camera specifically for the zoom and I am not disappointed. Like all my canon cameras, the photo quality is excellent.
Summary: I bought this camera specifically for the zoom and I am not disappointed. Like all my canon cameras, the photo quality is excellent.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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GREAT FAMILY OR VACATION CAMERA
by COWBELL on January 1, 2009
Pros: GREAT PICTURES AND VIDEO( SEE BELOW), JUST THE RIGHT SIZE OPTICAL ZOOM, IN CAMERA RED EYE FIX, NICE 3inch LCD
Cons: IT DOES TAKE THE FLASH 5 TO 8 SEC. TO RECHARGE.
Summary: THE BATTERYS (YOU HAVE TO USE HIGH POWER RECHARGEABLE 2500 TO 2900 nAH. BATTERYS OR ENERGIZER LITHIUM BATTERYS.) I HAVE THE SX 100 ALSO, AND USING THESE I HAVE NO ...
Summary: THE BATTERYS (YOU HAVE TO USE HIGH POWER RECHARGEABLE 2500 TO 2900 nAH. BATTERYS OR ENERGIZER LITHIUM BATTERYS.) I HAVE THE SX 100 ALSO, AND USING THESE I HAVE NO BATTERY PROBLEMS. ALSO WHEN POSSIBLE TURN DOWN THE BRIGHTNESS CONTROLL ON LCD. PICTURES ARE VERY GOOD BUT DO NOT USE THE AUTO ISO SHIFT IT JUST THROUGHS YOU UP INTO THE HIGH ISOs AND WILL MAKE PICYURES GRAINY. ALLSO REMEMBER TO HOLD THE SHUTTER BUTTON HALFWAY DOWN AND GIVE THE CAMERA A SEC. TO FOCAS, MAKE SURE IMAGE STABILZER IS SET TO CONTINUOUS OR SHOOT ONLY MODE, I USE CONTINUOUS... USE A GOOD HIGH SPEED SD CARD 2 OR 4 gig AND REMBER TO FORMAT IT. I JUST USE AUTO 95% OF THE TIME . I HOPE THIS WILL BE HELPFULL...
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Could be great, power problems make it mediocre
by jccbroker on March 25, 2009
Pros: Read all the reviews for all the standards - Canon delivers on all of what it's capable of when you're looking for "value" or as one wrote "bang for the buck."
Cons: Read the specs under "POWER":
"Battery
* Supported Battery AA
* Supported Battery 2 x AA Alkaline battery ( Included ) , 2 x AA NiMH rechargeable battery ( Optional )Summary: Now Google the product - you can't swing a dead cat without seeing that Canon should've pulled this from the shelves and fixed this problem.
I've had ...Summary: Now Google the product - you can't swing a dead cat without seeing that Canon should've pulled this from the shelves and fixed this problem.
I've had to send this to the factory twice - Canon NEVER acknowledged that any specific battery needed to be used or there was a widespread issue. First recommendation was use a pencil eraser to clean the battery power connectors, otherwise send it in. Rec'd it back with a note "tested, fixed." Put generic 2500 nah AA batteries in, powered for 3 seconds and died. Sent back for a 2nd service. Meanwhile Canon service continued to play blind, deaf and dumb to the obvious issue. I just received a phone call from a Canon service rep (NO return # provided!) which simply pointed out that the camera will "ONLY work with Canon nickel batteries" -- AHEM -- so why wasn't this disclosure made at the point of purchase, why would Canon sell the product with this design limitation in the first place, and why when sent for service, did they provide this "discovery" so late in the process?
Canon lost a Canon customer.2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best Point & Shoot Digital I've had.
by RogueSunMedia on December 15, 2008
Pros: Excellent macro focusing. Flash intensity control, something that was lacking in the Panasonic Lumix cameras I've owned.
Cons: The SD card slot is in the same area as the batteries.
Summary: I think this is the best value for the cash investment. It is a superior to its peers by other manufacturers. Get a good tripod for long exposures.
Summary: I think this is the best value for the cash investment. It is a superior to its peers by other manufacturers. Get a good tripod for long exposures.
2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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great camera
by chef27615 on October 19, 2008
Pros: large 3" display,
a SLR like menu choice,
10X zone works great advantage to some
high quality out put as a canon shouldCons: bigger than a normal Point n' Shoot camera
use of AA batteries, what were they thinking?
noise during higher ISO at night shoot.
Can not adopt a bigger lens!!!!!Summary: This is the camera I will take with me, if I want to travel without the full pack of my SLR setup. the pictures I have taking was loaded up ...
Summary: This is the camera I will take with me, if I want to travel without the full pack of my SLR setup. the pictures I have taking was loaded up on flickr.com, under the Canon PowerShot SX110 IS, seattle.
4 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.
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An absolutely fantastic Camera
by yardplanner on July 20, 2009
Pros: takes great pictures it has replaced my regular slr camera its easy to take backpacking easy to use and i love the IS feature works great well balanced camera worth every penny runs on AA batteries which is really nice no more expensive batteries
Cons: the surface is a little slick so you need 2 pay attention while handling it no biggy though i just keep a wrist strap on it. oh and it came with a 32 mb card OMG 7 pics it'll hold LOL give me a break but again easy fix
Summary: Bottom-line this camera will do all U want it 2 and more its worth the money easy to use point and shoot just buy a couple extra one or 2 ...
Summary: Bottom-line this camera will do all U want it 2 and more its worth the money easy to use point and shoot just buy a couple extra one or 2 GB cards offf eBay is the cheapest place stick with name brand though less hassles you wont regret it
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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worst i acan say is this camera rocks
by rekab97 on July 19, 2009
Pros: great zoom, great lcd screen awsome options,easy to use great photos, captures with great time for me with hs sd card
Cons: havent found any in 3 months
Summary: this camera cost a bit more then most but its well worth the price, i would but this camera agian, it has yet so dissapoint me, i even tapped a ...
Summary: this camera cost a bit more then most but its well worth the price, i would but this camera agian, it has yet so dissapoint me, i even tapped a basketball game with it without any issuesI LOVE IT
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The most user-friendly camera I've ever used!
by cagahoj e on July 11, 2009
Pros: Excellent images; reasonable shootiing speed; large, comfortable LCD, surprisingly good battery usage; the camera I ALWAYS slip in a pocket when I leave the house. I have a Canon S5 IS, but I doubt it takes better photos ... just more versatile.
Cons: It has no optical viewfinder.
Summary: This is simply the friendliest camera I've ever owned ... and I've owned a lot of them.
Summary: This is simply the friendliest camera I've ever owned ... and I've owned a lot of them.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Canon
- Part number: 3190B001
- Description: From a 10x optical zoom lens to advanced Canon technology that automatically gives you the best shot, the 9.0-megapixel PowerShot SX110 IS packs impressive value. Advanced Face Detection technology automatically sets focus, exposure, flash and white balance for beautiful portraits and group shots. Sharp, steady close-ups are easy with the powerful zoom and Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology. The slim and modern-looking SX110 IS is sized to go everywhere, and you'll never miss a detail with the big, bright LCD screen.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - Compact
- Enclosure Color Black
- Resolution 9 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Total Pixels 10,300,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 9,000,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 1/2.3"
- Optical Zoom 10 x
- Digital Zoom 4 x
- Image Stabilizer Optical
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Digital Video Format AVI
- Image Recording Format JPEG
- AV Interfaces Composite video/audio
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO 400,
ISO 1600,
ISO 800,
ISO 100,
ISO 200,
ISO auto,
ISO 80 - Exposure Metering Evaluative,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Exposure Modes Program,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Shooting Programs Snow,
Night snapshot,
Beach,
Sunset,
Aquarium,
Indoor,
Foliage,
Fireworks,
Kids & pets,
High sensitivity,
Night scene,
Portrait mode,
Landscape - Special Effects Black & White,
Sepia,
Neutral,
Custom Effect,
Vivid - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Fluorescent,
Cloudy,
Daylight,
Tungsten light - Max Shutter Speed 1/2500 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 15 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±2 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
Lens System
- Type 10 x x Zoom lens - 6 mm - 60 mm - F/2.8-4.3
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 36 - 360 mm
- Focus Adjustment Automatic
- Min Focus Range 19.7 in
- Macro Focus Range 0.4 in - 19.7 in
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
- Lens Construction 9 groups / 10 elements
- Features Aspherical lens,
Built-in lens shield Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Pop-up flash
- Flash Modes Slow synchro,
Fill-in mode,
Auto mode,
Flash OFF mode,
Red-eye reduction - Features AF illuminator,
Flash +/- compensation - Effective Flash Range 1.6 ft - 10 ft
Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 1.2 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec - Additional Features Digital image rotation,
DPOF support,
In-camera red-eye fix,
Audio recording,
RGB primary color filter,
Resizing an image,
Histogram display,
Camera orientation detection,
PictBridge support,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
16:9 widescreen mode,
Direct print Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type None
Display
- Type 3 in LCD display
- Display Features Built-in
Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB,
1 x Composite video/audio output
Software
- Software Canon ZoomBrowser EX,
Canon PhotoStitch,
Drivers & Utilities,
Canon ImageBrowser,
Canon Remote Capture System Requirements for PC Connection
- Operating System Support MS Windows XP,
MS Windows Vista,
Apple Mac OS X 10.3.x - 10.4.x - Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Included Accessories Wrist strap,
USB cable,
Audio / video cable Battery
- Supported Battery AA
- Supported Battery 2 x AA Alkaline battery ( Included ),
2 x AA NiMH rechargeable battery ( Optional ) Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot SD card
- Supported Memory Cards SDHC Memory Card,
MultiMediaCard,
SD Memory Card,
MultiMediaCardplus - Internal Storage None
- Included Memory Card 32 MB SD Memory Card
- Image Storage JPEG 3456 x 2592,
JPEG 2816 x 2112,
JPEG 2272 x 1704,
JPEG 1600 x 1200,
JPEG 640 x 480,
JPEG 3456 x 1944 - Video Capture AVI - 640 x 480,
AVI - 320 x 240,
AVI - 160 x 120 Dimensions & Weight
- Width 4.4 in
- Depth 1.8 in
- Height 2.8 in
- Weight 8.6 oz
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
- Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90%
Main Features
- Image stabilizer feature Optical stabilization helps prevent blurry pictures, especially for handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds or when using high optical zoom.
Product series
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Canon PowerShot SX110 IS (Black)
Manufacturer: Canon
Specs: 9 megapixels,
10 x,
36 - 360mm F/2.8,
1/2.3",
CCD,
Optical
Accessories
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Canon
- Address:
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 - Phone: 516-328-5000
- Email: mediacontact@cusa.canon.com
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