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Kodak EasyShare C182 Digital Camera (Blue)
Good pocket camera Nice resolution, easy to use, but in sunlight, trying to snap a moving target it's impossibly bad. Without a rangefinder it's very hard to zero in on ...

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1. 10.0-megapixel sensor combined with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor creates Canon's HS System
2. Capture 720p HD video in stereo sound; play back on an HDTV via the HDMI output
3. f/2.0 lens for low light conditions or shallow depth-of-field; control ring for intuitive manual control
4. 3.8x optical zoom; 28mm wide-angle lens; Canon's Hybrid IS to compensate for angular and shift camera shake
5. Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

One look at Canon's new PowerShot S95 will have you moving "upgrade my digital camera" to the top of your to-do list. The ultra-slim, ultra-intelligent S95 is loaded with all a serious photographer's must-haves, including a bright f/2.0 wide-angle lens and professional-style control ring for intuitive manual control. Canon's HS System is on board for spectacular performance and image quality in low light.

And, new for a compact, the S95 incorporates Canon's Hybrid IS for blur-free shooting even close-up. You'll shoot stunning 720p HD video with stereo sound, then watch it immediately on your HDTV with the simple HDMI connection. If photography's your passion, now is the perfect time to step up to PowerShot S95.

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Panoramic stitching

This is my first choice camera to purchase but I'm trying to figure out if it has panoramic stitching shots like the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5, which I think would be great, as I take a lot of scenery shots.

Can anyone school me?

Thanks!

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S95 is simply perfect

The Canon S95 is my 5th Canon compact camera over 7 or 8 years. When I was looking for a new camera a few weeks ago I wanted one that offered more than just the standard point and shoot features but also one that I could easily carry in my pocket. I was torn between the S95 and the LX5 (Panasonic). The S95 won me over and here is why. First, the LX5 is not exactly "compact" but the S95 is the perfect size. It fits nicely in my front pants pocket, not to mention the finish on the camera is not slick so you can easily grip it without worrying about dropping it. The second thing I wanted was to be able to take good depth of field shots. I'm not a camera guru, but I know a little and the basic point and shoot just does not offer this and if it does I promise it's not as easy to use nor as good of quality as the S95. Next is the HD video. I took about 5 video's at a karaoke bar last night and they are awesome. I have an 8GB SD card which according to the camera can record over 50 minutes of HD (720) video. Also, when taking action shots just using the AUTO setting on the camera, the pictures turn out amazing. The ring function is probably another major reason I chose the S95. You can use it to zoom or change any of the settings (e.g., aperture) just by turning it. No need to go through the menu settings etc. The S95 is also a solid camera. You can tell this by just looking at the parts used and feeling the camera itself. I don't feel like I'm going to break it if that makes any sense. For the money you get a lot with this camera. The HD video is by itself worth it.

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Great for a pocket camera

If you want a camera to carry in your pocket this camera is the best. But, for a few more $ you can get the Pentax k-7. The k-7 photo quality and video quality are excellent. Pentax K-x 12.4MP Digital SLR with 2.7 inch LCD and 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Lens (Red)

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Returning My S95...

I was very much looking forward to the new Canon S95. I also looked at the new Panasonic LX5, but figured Canon produced a better camera. First thing I noticed is the JPEGS are much better on my Canon G11, but surprising, the HD video quality is very poor (also AF nor optic zoom is possible once you start recording a video).

Two areas I thought they would have addressed from the S90 was the handling and the ergonomics. The overall feel seems to be the same, but there is no grip and the rear dial still seems like it will turn when you don't want it to. Also , they actually removed the thumb rest making the feel even more awkward. Unbelievable!

My plan was to keep the S95 and get rid of my G11 and ZS3, but given the better IQ in the G11, the poor ergonomics, poor video quality, this one is going back. Sorry Canon, but you can do better...please fix the S95!

I am going with the Panasonic LX5 which I now regret for not getting in the first place.


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Wow! What an improvement!

I spent two or three months doing tons of research to replace my old Canon SD870. Finally a month ago I decided to buy the S90 despite the fact that it didn't have 720 HD video, it was a one-year old model, and many reviewers disliked the looseness of the control dial. My S90 arrived in the middle of August and over the course of many days I learned how to use all the functions and was very pleased with the results.

And then on August 19 Canon announced the upcoming release of the Canon S95. I immediately returned my S90 and anxiously awaited the arrival of its successor. Earlier today it was delivered and I've been using it all day.

I must say that I wanted to love the S90, but the smoothness of the body annoyed me. I figured I'd just have to get used to the slipperiness. But now that I have the S95 in my hands, I can't believe what a difference the matte finish makes regarding secure handling. There's no way you can appreciate the difference if you haven't handled both models yourself. Honestly, that feature alone is worth the slightly higher price.

Control dial issues? No longer! Subtle click-stops have solved that problem.

Finger missing the shutter button on the S90? Well, the geniuses at Canon took care of that, also. You won't mistake the shutter button on the S95 for any other button due to the distinct and secure feel.

I'm in love with this camera. I won't go into details about picture quality because it's as good as its predecessor; there are examples all over the Internet. And of course the S95's 720 HD video is a big improvement over the standard video of the S90.

Only one "con" I can think of: The new, smooth, elegant display on the back is no longer recessed therefore you'll have to be careful if you place the camera face up on a flat surface. In that position it appears the screen will come in direct contact with the table's surface.

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1. New 10-megapixel High Sensitivity System; DIGIC 4 Image Processor
2. Improved low-light image performance, plus a Low Light scene mode for ISO settings up to 12,800
3. Customizable control ring for easy access and operation of manual or other creative shooting settings
4. Wide-angle 3.8x optical zoom with Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer; bright f/2.0 lens
5. RAW + JPEG shooting and recording modes; capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

Canon's storied S Series gets a revitalized new leader in the slimmer, lighter, PowerShot S90, the perfect everyday camera for people who are serious about great photography. Image quality is superb thanks to the new High Sensitivity System and higher ISO speeds, plus an exceptionally bright f/2.0 lens that makes portraits and low-light shots come to life. Photography enthusiasts will love the new control ring at the base of the lens barrel, designed for intuitive, pro-style manual control.

FEATURES:

• 10-megapixel sensor coupled with Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor - The PowerShot S90 employs a 10-megapixel High Sensitivity System by combining a powerful CCD sensor and Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor. Thanks to this technological advancement, the S90 is dramatically more sensitive than cameras with identical megapixel counts, and delivers spectacular images with minimal noise. Increased sensitivity demands a higher ISO speed, and the PowerShot S90 delivers with a new maximum setting of ISO 3,200. Blur and camera shake are notably reduced for the ultimate in sharpness and clarity.
• Compact and pocket-sized camera for everyday use for the advanced amateur - Serious photography buffs never want to miss a shooting opportunity, and that means keeping a high-quality camera on hand at all times. With a robust feature set that meets an advanced amateur's exacting standards, the compact PowerShot S90 fits the bill. The S90 boasts an incredibly slim profile and lightweight body for pocket-sized convenience, yet packs in advanced capabilities that make every image memorable. It's the perfect take-along complement to your camera collection.
• Bright f/2.0 lens, great for shooting in low light conditions or using a shallow depth-of-field - The S90 sports an f/2.0 aperture, perfect for creating enticing portraits, by drawing attention to t

  Customer Review :

  The best P&S camera I've ever used...period
  
  I recently got this camera (yes i know, the S95 just came out) and I've loved using it.
  
  The S90 is a point and shoot camera,but not necessarily compact. It's about an inch thick and an inch and a half including the control ring. The controls feel good with the exception of the shutter button. The control ring can easily get confused for the shutter button when you're not paying attention. It only has a 3.8X zoom, but the large f/2 aperture is worth it. I've taken several low light photos at isos of 80-400. Noise isnt much of a problem until iso 800. after 800, it starts getting noisy...fast. The priority modes are a nice addition to this camera as well as the custom, program, and manual modes. The auto mode will do a good job on its own, but the camera really shines when put in manual.
  
  The picture quality is excellent. Zoomed in at 100% there is little chromatic abberation and only some purple fringing, but it wont detract from the photo too much. It has less chromatic abberation than average (most P&S cameras ive seen have it to some extent so don't get too uptight about it). The RAW capabilities are pretty nice, but there is a great amount of barrel distortion when shot in RAW mode. The camera does a really good job of correcting it when converted to JPEG though.
  
  This is the low light king of the P&S jungle. Sony and Casio have CMOS sensors with a mode to take several pictures at different exposures at a high speed. Not needed with the s90. The day I got it I tried using it in a dark parking lot at night in front of a few shops. I was able to see everything in the picture with the f/2 lens at iso 80 and 1/5 shutter speed. It takes some time to play with the settings and figure out what works.
  Blur from hand shake isnt that bad due to the IS on this camera.
  
  It takes some time to get used to the plethora of controls and settings. This camera isn't for novice users. If you're looking for a great point and shoot and aren't technically inclined, then search for another camera. As i said before, this camera does a decent job in auto mode, but it really shines in manual. The auto mode sometimes selects settings that may undersaturate the pictures.
  
  Colors are for the most part accurate, but greens tend to be somewhat bright and reds and blues are very strong. Yellows tend to shift toward to green but its not that bad.
  
  The camera operates at an average speed, with some shutter lag and as long as you prefocus, it shouldn't be that bad.
  
  
  Overall, this is a great point and shoot with great low light abilities. It produces better pictures than any other point and shoot I've seen and its large sensor only adds to the experience. With decent noise handling up to iso 800, which i havent seen on any other point and shoot, it will give you a sharp image in any light.
  
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  Powershot S90 by Cannon
  
  This camera has served me well, as my backup camera. I take it to more hazardous events (weather, shock, etc.) A few people say that they don't like the build quality and that it is almost too small. It's not an issue for me b/c I have small hands to begin with. It is very light, but no lighter than other point-and-shoots that I've used, and for the quality of the pictures, well worth the money spent. It would be nice if the battery lasted a little longer though! I read tons of reviews on this camera before biting the bullet and buying one of my own. I was torn between this and the next model up in price. I am not a pro photographer and just wanted something I could fit easily into my purse when I didn't want to lug heavy equipment with me on day trips. Because the size was so important to me, I opted for this model. I am not disappointed at all - I like this camera and continue to be impressed at the beautiful the images coming SOOC.
  
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  Great Camera, but
  
  The Canon S 90 is a wonderful camera. After I bought mine, my son and daughter also purchased a S90 from Amazon. My single issue with the camera is that the image does not on occasion rotate from horizontal to vertical. It seems to happen after I have taken a series of pictures in the horizontal. I discover more features every day.
  
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  Canon Powershot S90
  
  I did a lot of research before buying this camera. I am very happy with this purchase. I've used it for one trip so far and my photos have turned out great. I'm still learning about some of its features but it was easy to use right off the bat and get good photos - and I'm not a big photographer. Amazon had it for the cheaper price.
  
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  Great camera from a DSLR user
  
  I would be a definite prosumer. My main bag consists of a 5D Mark II and several L series lenses. I shoot nature and ballroom dancing, both of which push different extremities of my equipment. I mostly shoot in manual mode with any camera system I use, so I am writing this review from that perspective. I purchased the S90 as a primary camera for snorkeling (coupled with the Canon housing). Although I have not used it for that purpose yet, I have had a chance to play around with the camera a little. First, I will get the negatives out of the way. I have big hands, and handling this camera is somewhat a put-off. It is small and it feels like you are going to inadvertently touch buttons all the time. This will not be a problem in the underwater housing, but I have determined it as a drawback at this point...now on to the good.
  
  This camera takes great pictures.I was shooting my puppy this morning. He was moving around a bit, and the lighting was shifting between window sunlight and tungsten light. I decided I would need to kick up the ISO, but I was reserved with this camera. I sometimes shoot up to 5200 with the Mark II, but I decided to stop at 400 on the S90 with the small sensor. I set the camera into manual, got my bearings on control (which took all of 5 seconds to figure out aperture and shutter knobs), and started to pop off a few shots. You pick the aperture with the front ring. I set this to f7.0 (I have a dachshund, so he is long and I wanted him all in focus). I then used the wheel on the back to set the shutter speed. The one thing I noticed was the live view on the camera back responded immediately. I also own an Olympus PEN, and a Leica Dlux-4, but the Canon takes the cake with its very responsive live view and beautiful screen. I grabbed my Mac and imported the RAW photos into iphoto (much quicker than lightroom for inport and previewing). I was amazed as I pixel peaked around the image. This camera does a very nice job with the small sensor. It is as good or better than the Leica with color photos (B&W will probably be another issue as that is where the Dlux-4 excels). No adjustments would be necessary, even on the RAW images. The sensor is fantastic for its size.
  
  Overall, this is a VERY fun camera to operate (more than I can say for the Leica or PEN). I hope to add to this review after my Hawaii trip. I can tell you that this a great, compact, portable addition to a prosumer's or professional's bag (or pocket for that matter).
  
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