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<h3>Canon Powershot SX200 IS reviews, ratings</h3> List Price: $349.00 Price: $331.24 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Ships from and sold by ANTOnline 7 new or used available from $331.24 Average customer review: Product Description Creating gorgeous images is more fun than ever with the sleek, impressively equipped Canon PowerShot SX200 IS, elegantly designed in three new colors. Capture close-up, wide-angle shots with stunning 12x optical zoom. Experience the unprecedented image quality and point-and-shoot convenience of Smart AUTO, along with enhanced operability and an intuitive new menu. HD shooting at 1280 x 720 pixels with HDMI output lets you see all the beauty of your HD images and movies on your HDTV. HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output for easy playback of video and photos on your HDTV Jpeg Compression - Still Image - Exif 2.2 (JPEG); Movie - MOV (Image - H.264; Audio - Linear PCM (Monaural)) Blink Detection alerts a shooter after a shot has been taken that a subject had closed eyes DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-timer ISO Sensitivity - Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600 equivalent Continuous Shooting - Normal - approx. 0.8 fps; AF - approx. 0.5 fps; LV - approx. 0.6 fps (Large/Fine) Storage Media - SD/SDHC Memory Card, Multimedia Card, MMC Plus Card, HC MMC Plus Card Number of Recording Pixels - Still Image - up to 4000 x 3000 (Large); Movie - High Definition - up to 1280 x 720 (30 fps) Video Out - NTSC/PAL Power Source - Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Shooting Capacity - Still Image - approx. 220 shots Playback Time - Approx. 360 min Dimensions (WxHxD) - 4.06 x 2.38 x 1.48 Weight - Approx. 7.76 oz Product Details Amazon Sales Rank: #34 in Camera & Photo Color: Black Brand: Canon Model: SX200 IS Black Dimensions: 2.40" h x 1.50" w x 4.10" l, .49 pounds Display size: 3 Canon Powershot SX200 IS Features 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints 12x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 28mm wide-angle lens HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output 3.0-inch LCD screen; Face Detection, Blink Detection Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included) Editorial Reviews From the Manufacturer Creating gorgeous images is more fun than ever with the sleek, impressively-equipped Canon PowerShot SX200 IS. Capture close-up, wide-angle shots with stunning 12x optical zoom. Experience the unprecedented image quality and point-and-shoot convenience of Smart AUTO, along with enhanced operability and an intuitive new menu. HD shooting at 1280 x 720 pixels with HDMI output lets you see all the beauty of your HD images and movies on your HDTV. Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Highlights 12.1-megapixel resolution, 12x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer For all its easy operability, the Power Shot SX200 IS has a feature set to be reckoned with. 12.1-megapixel resolution delivers a wealth of detail to every image, and allows you to crop and enlarge any portion of your shot freely. With the camera’s powerful 12x optical zoom, you’ll get up close fast, handy at sports and school events as well as everyday creative shooting. The 28mm wide-angle lens captures more in every frame, and gives your photography a professional edge. The Power Shot SX200 IS is equipped with Canon’s acclaimed Optical Image Stabilizer Technology that automatically detects and corrects camera shake--one of the leading causes of fuzzy or blurred shots. Even when zoomed in, you can get the steady, crisp, brilliant images you’ll be proud to shoot and share. And Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer Technology is so convenient to use. It functions perfectly with or without a flash. Capture Your Best Shots Easily Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings Just set the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS to Smart AUTO and you’re ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture taking every time. It’s a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject knowing that the camera has the technical details covered. Advanced Canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions. Then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from 18 specially defined settings. So whether you’re photographing flowers, a captivating sunset, or your friends at the park, you can be confident that you’re getting dramatic, memorable images. Shooting Modes Advanced presets for the best possible photos under certain conditions. With 23 Shooting Modes including 11 Special Scene Modes, you’re ready for whatever shot comes your way HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS lets you record video in beautiful high definition (1280 x 720 pixels). The camera also makes it easy to enjoy HD movies (and still photos) on your HDTV with an mini-HDMI connector for direct connection to a high-definition monitor. You’ll enjoy the HD experience with no degradation of image or audio in the signal, plus the ability to display up to 130 still images at once. Blink Detection Blinking subjects can ruin the best shots, and the problem usually isn’t detected until it’s too late to do anything about it. The Canon PowerShot SX200IS is equipped with Canon’s new Blink Detection to combat this common image flaw. The feature uses the power of Face Detection to determine whether any subject in the previous shot had closed eyes. If closed eyes are detected, a "blink warning" icon appears for 3 seconds, allowing you to retake the shot before your subject or subjects move on. 3.0-inch LCD with wide viewing angle The camera’s high resolution (230,000 dots) 3.0-inch LCD with gives you the big picture, whether you’re shooting, reviewing or showing off your images. This high-resolution screen offers a crisp, clear picture to make shooting, playback and using the camera’s menu functions especially convenient. Clear and bright, it also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light. It also has an electronic viewfinder that provides sharp images when you shoot close-up with Super Macro shooting mode. A World of Advantages with Canon’s Technology DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-Timer. DIGIC 4 Image Processor Canon’s most advanced image processor, DIGIC 4, delivers evolved Face Detection Technology that keeps every face in every photo looking its very best. The technology finds and tracks the faces of moving subjects until you’re ready to shoot, then delivers perfect focus. In addition, exposure, flash and white balance are compensated, so that faces exhibit natural skin tones and backgrounds are properly exposed. iSAPS Technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the advanced DIGIC 4 image processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance. A Face Detection Self-Timer automatically detects an increase in the number of faces and makes the appropriate adjustments. For instance, to include the photographer’s face in a group shot, there’s no need to rush in. Just put the camera on a stand or tripod, specify Face Detection Self-Timer, and the camera will wait for the photographer’s face to get on-camera before it takes the shot. Motion Detection tracks moving subjects in a much larger range, and the Servo AF retains focus on a moving subject after the shutter button is pressed halfway--allowing you to wait for the perfect shot without refocusing. Intelligent Contrast Correction DIGIC 4 also makes possible the i-Contrast (Intelligent Contrast Correction) system, which controls the compensation level in pixel units to brighten dark areas while leaving bright areas unchanged for better images where the main subject is dark, and more natural transition. The PowerShot SX200IS can even use i-Contrast in playback mode to adjust images that were shot without the setting activated. Red-eye Correction provides three options for removing red-eye from subjects in flash pictures. 1) Red-eye Correction during shooting actually identifies and corrects red-eye in human subjects as pictures are taken. 2) The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS can be set to automatically detect and correct red-eye during image playback. 3) You can manually locate any red eyes in a scene during image playback on the LCD screen, and command the camera to remove them. Life doesn’t give you second chances to capture special times. That’s why the PowerShot SX200 IS features an ISO 1600 setting that reduces the effects of camera shake and sharpens subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater shooting flexibility. ISO can be expanded to 3200 when you select ISO 3200 Special Scene mode. What's in the Box Canon PowerShot SX200 IS body Lithium-ion battery pack (NB-5L) Battery charger (CB-2LX) Wrist strap (WS-DC9) Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM USB interface cable (IFC-400PCU) AV cable (AVC-DC400) <h4> Canon Powershot SX200 IS Customer Reviews</h4> Rebutting the Cons This review is based off of several days of use and a THOROUGH review of the manual. If you are interested in seeing specifications and actual pictures of this camera (which I suggest you do) I recommend visiting websites that offer extensive these types of reviews (e.g. infosyncworld.com, dcresource.com, etc). First, lets review what seems to be common CONS to the camera. POP UP FLASH. Contrary to some reviews, this camera is not hard to handle/hold nor does the pop up flash get in the way or feel flimsy. Notice Canon has made three designs to combat this problem (e.g. indented thumbprint above controls on back of camera, curved body on right side of camera, and about 3/4 inch space to place finger behind the flash. As I right this review, I am playing around with the flash and notice it feels sturdy; not flimsy. What is the problem with having it pop up. It is actually a "techie" feature that I find interesting and one that stands out and is aesthetically pleasing. NO VIDEO (optical) Zoom. This camera offers excellent video quality for a "point and shoot camera". It is 720 so expect that quality - no more no less. As for the zoom, it only has a digital zoom (i.e. less quality than optical). Nonetheless, it should not be a deal breaker - unless you are in the market for a digital videorecorder. I recommend a stand alone video recorder at this point. Would it be nice to have a zoom, sure, but honestly, this is not a big deal. NOISE - Indoor use. PLEASE believe me when I say I find very little if any noise on indoor shots (when using the camera correctly (e.g reading the manual!!!). There are many ways to adjust this camera - MANY ways! Again, I am reviewing pictures I just shot today inside my local library and find them very pleasing and no noise! FIT/FEEL of Camera. This camera does not feel flimsy. This I think I can promise you. Actually, when I got the camera in my hands, I was suprised to feel and see it was thicker than I thought - but not too thick. Still able to put in pocket (although not if you are wearing tight jeans). If you are looking at this camera, chances are you doing so because of the aesthetic body - and you are right. When/if you put it in your hands, you'll understand that it is, well, sexy and fashionable. I have put forth what I saw as potentially "deal breakers" to some people and find all of these supposedly negative points not so negative. After thorough research and an extensive review of the manual, I find this camera to be excellent. Finally, let me try to state what I believe to be the absolute best features of this camera. 1. Quality. The only way to defend this point is to recommend doing research. Many websites have posted pictures this camera has taken - many of them stunning. I even saw a side by side comparison with the SX200IS rival - the TZ7. It was a picture of a night time view of a major city. This camera won hands down. And as for video quality, I was happy with the quality - if you expect 720 and not blu-ray quality. It honestly is great- oh yea, and I notice that when shooting with video, the image seemed to have little or no shake ( I was suprised about this). 2. Function. You can immediately use this even if you never used a camera before. Thank canon for the "easy" function which lets you only hit the shutter button: it does ALL the work for you, and has hints/tips on the screen as you shoot. Or if you are not so novice, you can turn this camera into a complete manual function and create your own aperture, shutter, and ISO values. (This is the reason I bought this camera; so I could go more manual while my wife could just point and click). 3. After having this camera, I have noticed that CANON has not marketed this camera well enough. It has LCD image brightness control that changes on screen depending on how bright it is where you are shooting. Very nice to view the lcd. Also, the LCD has been layered with a scratch resistant coating! Finally, in my opinion, this camera's best feature is its versatility. What I mean by this is that it takes excellent pictures and allows you to grow with the camera - this point needs to be emphasized. I suggest that you truly do your research (as you are doing!!:) and you may see as I did that no matter how many cameras I reviewed, I kept coming back to the SX200IS. I am glad I have it. One final point. If you do get this, please review the manual. It is your bible and will really help you understand the camera if you want to turn it into more than a point and shoot. I wrote this review because I was SHOCKED at the criticisms this camera received. I agree that this camera can be fine tuned (longer battery life.....etc...) but these are by no means deal breakers. Don't worry, whatever camera you get, it will be soon outdated - all cameras get their annual tweaking. Having said that about camera's getting outdated, note that I chose this camera for the features it has for the price it is. Having taken it home, I realize that I am more than getting my money's worth. I am honestly concerned about answering any questions you may have. I wish I could ask people questions before I buy things, so please feel free to comment and/or ask. Best wishes. A new Powershot - with GREAT capabilities. HI All, First off, let me start by saying that I am a Canon fan-boy. I love their product lines in the point and shoot category. I have owned several Canon Powershots and this is my newest acquisition. Basics: Whats in the Box: Camera Hand Strap Battery Charger USB Cable Analog Video Cable Documentation Canon Software version 46 Whats NOT in the Box and Should be: Mini-HDMI to HDMI Cable Sample Memory Card ONLY GRIPE: The NOT portion above automatically pulls this review down to a 4 star. Why? Because if you are going to put a mini-hdmi port on your camera...you should include the cable. Even CREATIVE includes a mini-hdmi to hdmi cable with their Vado Video Cam. Come on CANON! And no memory card to start playing out of the box..whats up with that? $349 for this camera would surely be able to give Canon enough to throw in a memory card..and cable. Enough Gripes...now on to the good stuff. PROS: I love the look of this camera. Take a look at the images I have attached and ascertain for yourself. Canon has refined the lines on their power-shots so much so that they look like professional cameras. From the time you press the power button to the time you take your first shot is about 1 second...which to me is pretty fast. Turning the camera off takes an extra second or so because it has to put the flash back down and bring the lens in. The zoom (12x optical zoom) is amazingly fast when compared to other cameras (Lumix TZ5) that have a lens that is about this size. When the optical zoom runs out, it does get a bit slow on the digital zoom...but that is to be expected on all cameras. I timed about 1.6 seconds from wide-angle to telephoto at full speed. It moves faster as you put more pressure on the switch. The range is 28-336mm. NOTE: One of the cons here is that this amazing zoom can not be used for Video shooting. A fully charged battery should give you about 280-300 shots depending on conditions, flash usage, light compensation, etc. The face self-timer option lets you be in a photo, without having to sprint across the room while the self-timer counts down. The camera will simply wait until any other face is detected, and it will take 3 shots in 2 seconds. The custom self-timer option lets you select both the time you need and how many pictures you want to take. Awesome feature. The Optical Image Stabilization is awesome and works really well. The LCD (which is an issue on most cameras for bright outdoors) is amazingly bright and high quality. It is easy to see what you are shooting indoors under heavy lighting and outdoors. One of the few cameras in its class that allows you to use it in FULL Manual mode...although it does not save files in RAW format. HD video at 1280 x 720 (720p) at 30 frames/second, with mono sound in h.264 format...which means more video due to higher compression. Amazing automatic red-eye removal....tested on my daughter with eyes that will put any cameras red-eye feature to shame. We finally dont have to do any post editing on her eyes. YEAH!!! I will be getting in to photo related details once I have had more time to experiment with the different shooting environments. So far I can see that this camera shines in bright light but seems to have some noise that causes detail loss over iso 200 in low light. Keep checking on this review for updates. Cons: Again, no included memory. No HDMI cable. Battery Life could be better (not a deal breaker). Flash takes a bit of time to charge after firing. Optical zoom not usable in video mode (my lumix tz5 allows it) Low light performance is lack luster..there is some detail loss. As I mentioned above..this review is a work in progress and I will be updating it regularly as my experiences with this camera increase. Please ask any and all questions via the commenting system here and I will answer them to the best of my abilities.. Thanks and I hope this review is informative. Disappointed ...sending back Waited 2 months to get this camera. Got it today evening and took 50+ shots indoor and outdoor. Very bad quality indoor shots. Lots of noice and noice reduction distortion. Feels like $100 camera.I am going to return. not yet available.
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