1. 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16x 22-inch prints
2. 4x optical image-stabilized zoom
3. 2.5-inch LCD screen; Face Detection
4. New Easy Mode simplifies operation
5. Captures images to SD memory cards (not included); powered by AA batteries

Editorial Review :

CANON POWERSHOT A590 IS

Customer Review :

Wish they still made them ....

I agree with most of the previous more detailed reviews. This is a very good point and shoot camera in its price range.

Good points:
- It isn't perfectly flat like most cheap p/s cameras. My larger hands like something to hold onto. Too bad this is a disappearing feature.
- It uses two AA batteries stored in the right hand side grip. Rechargeable NiMh batteries run about $2 each and can be recharged hundreds of times. Non rechargeables are everywhere. Proprietary (usually Li ion) format batteries are pure manufacturer Greed - vote with your pocketbook until there is some standardization.
- Good optical image stabilization and reliable autofocus.

Bad points:
- Its immediate and similar successor (the A1100IS) is out of production. The newest successors use Li ion batteries, have the hard-to-grip flat and tiny form factor and are loaded with unneeded sensor pixels (>12M) to jack up the price.

- The incredibly ugly 'software' (if you could call it that) that comes with the camera. A separate 'Camera Window' component used to transfer pictures consists of two independent windows (one fixed) that look like no user interface in the Windows, MacOS or Linux universe. Once you close CW, the editing component 'ZoomBrowser' is launched whether you want it to or not. Fortunately, there are free alternatives like digikam (Linux based) that recognize the AS590IS.

In a better world Canon would continue making this camera, maintain and improve the build quality and move the feature set down into a lower price range. Current <$100 p/s cameras are throwaway junk!

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Battery Life Needs Attention

I am quite happy with my Canon Powershot A590IS, with the exception of it's battery life. I can put in fresh recharged batteries, or fresh batteries, and in no time, the low battery life begins to flash, or the camera turns off and asks for new batteries. This has happened more than I wish to state. Other than this small mishap, I am pleased with my camera. There are many features which I am not yet fammiliar with, but am learning.

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great pictures

Great camera but don't expect it to last more than a year or so, battery door broken,dark burn spots against bright backgrounds, the video function is a novelty, lens sticky, sloooow especially w flash, all the markings have worn off but I plan on replacing it with another Canon point & shoot, my old Sony Cyber Shot is built like a tank, still works like new and takes crappy pics....

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My darling Camera

This camera has such quality in its opticals, in its reliability and durability, it has become my darling camera for most of my outings!
The only defects listed in ratings I read before purchasing, had to do with the short durability of batteries (It is a battery guzzler). This I solved with Sanyo`s Eneloop rechargeable batteries. Two AA`s will last me for about 250-300 shots without problems. They even outlast any other batteries when I use the motion picture (with sound) feature in the camera. (Yes ...I can film moving events in very low light, such as club shows). If you want go around without worries about missing a splendid shot, also buy an 8 or 16GB memory card and you are ready for any vacation, family event or the Grand Canyon!

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MY THIRD DIGITAL CANON

STOP searching.
Just BUY THIS CAMERA.
It does "it" at a good price.
The "good" reviews I read were TRUE.
I'm "content", I suppose...
and you will be too.

DON'T buy a KODAK crapper.
They have PLASTIC lenses.

HEY CANON... WHY NOT MAKE THIS MODEL IN VARIOUS COLOURS ?

I would have purchased TURQUOISE or PURPLE

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1. 10x optical zoom in a slim body
2. 10.0-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor combined with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor create Canon's HS System
3. Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels at 24 fps) video mode; HDMI output
4. Advanced Smart AUTO identifies 28 shooting scenes; Shoot slow motion video with the Super Slow Motion Movie function
5. Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

The perfect point-and-shoot, Canon's SD1500 IS has a plethora of shooting modes and auto functions that take the hard work out of photography. Perfect for family outings or vacations, the SD1500 makes quick work of capturing memories. Plus, with its HD movie mode and its new Super Slow Motion mode, you can practice making moody art clips. (Park City, here you come.)

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1. 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
2. 3x optical zoom; ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto, 3.0” PureColor LCD
3. DIGIC III Image Processor; Face Detection AF/AE
4. Selectable shooting modes and special scene modes
5. Print/Share button makes direct printing simple

Editorial Review :

Canon PowerShot SD750 Digital ELPH - Digital camera - point and shoot - 7.1 Mpix - optical zoom: 3 x - supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC - silver

Marketing Description

Canons iconic ELPH design achieves a stunning new evolution with the PowerShot SD750 Digital ELPH. Utterly simple edge lines and cut surfaces gleam subtly with high-grade finishes. Of course, style means little without substance, and here the SD750 Digital ELPH more than delivers. 7.1 megapixels and DIGIC III create magnificent images, while exciting advanced technologies include Face Detection, Red-eye Correction, and time-lapse movies. Always sized to go, the SD750 Digital ELPH is now extra-durable, with a tough scratch-resistant coating on its anti-reflective, brilliantly colorful 3.0-inch LCD screen.

Customer Review :

again one of those HIT late reviewed products

This camera is way overdue on my list for a review -- strangely i only decided to write about it after i got the Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD

I suppose the reason for this probably mainly the portability vs DSLR achievement on this camera. I know for a fact that comparing or even putting them next to each other is just plain sin against digital nature, but i needed to bring this up when you try to take a picture(s) of a very very active 1 year old boy!
Or when your daughter has just finished building a "self proclaimed" blocks of a small city and wants you to capture it!

I would love to upload some photos to prove my point. Those small moments to be captured on DSLR are almost impossible to capture but with a point and shot like this! The best function on this camera is the various powerful settings with presets. I love the color accent which turns any image black and white and green ripping color effects.

All in all for a fantastic point and shoot quality of pictures, you cant go wrong with this Might Canon! (mind you i had this camera now for well over 2 years! very durable around kids too)

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Great camera as always, but casing feels cheaper than predecessors?

The SD family line seems to always deliver. My only beef is that the casing seems to made of a cheaper material than before. No problems so far.

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Great Pocket Camera!

I've had my camera for 3 years now, and I love it! It's not the best high quality camera out there, but it takes some pretty good pictures, indoors and out! I love the size of it, but of course the larger more expensive cameras do take better pictures. The case is very sturdy. I have dropped it from about 8ft (on accident, of course) and it didn't leave a mark! The zoom on the camera is not that great and tends to blur, however things that you don't need to zoom in on, or at least not all the way, turn out good! It takes good video as well, and there's several different camera settings to choose from! Overall this is a really good pocket camera, well worth the money!

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LTC

Took this little gem to Iraq, Kuwait, Budapest, Ireland, Newfoundland, and Iceland! Super pics, easy to use! Went to my granddaughters 1st birthday party, dropped and broke it! I bought the same camera again because it's easy to use and carry around. Great camera for the novice or experienced! Super view! Service fast and efficient!

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GOOD,but.....

i had this camera for 2 years, took great quality pictures and video, BUT randomly, my camera didn't work. it said the battery was low. the battery was fully charged!i bought a new battery and it just flat out didn't turn on! goood but i have no clue what happened to it

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1. First PowerShot to feature a 10.0-megapixel Canon CMOS sensor
2. Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels at 30 fps) movie mode plus HDMI output
3. 28mm wide-angle 20x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
4. 2.8-inch Vari-angle LCD widescreen; DIGIC 4 Image Processor with Face Detection Technology
5. Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

Editorial Review :

Put your hand around the perfectly-shaped grip of Canon's sporty new PowerShot SX1 IS and you're ready for a shooting experience that's advanced in every way. Superb still images powered by Canon's DIGIC 4 Image processor, evolved Face Detection Technology and a wide-angle 20x optical zoom are only the beginning. You can also create Full HD movies and see every detail on your HDTV thanks to HDMI output. The 10.0-megapixel SX1 IS is the very first PowerShot equipped with a CMOS sensor, a hallmark of Canon's lauded EOS line.Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels at 30 fps) movie mode plus HDMI output for easy playback of video and photos on your HDTV.If you long for the convenience of an advanced still camera that also creates superb movies, the new PowerShot SX1 IS was developed with you in mind. Movies shot in Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), capture your memories with all the clarity, realism and brilliance. The PowerShot SX1 IS also makes it easy to enjoy HD movies and photos on your HDTV with a mini-HDMI cable for direct connection to a high-definition monitor. This allows you to enjoy the full quality of HD with no degradation of image or audio in the signal, but also improves playback functionality, letting you view up to 130 still images at once.The first PowerShot camera to feature a 10.0 Megapixel Canon CMOS sensor for superb image quality.Canon's proprietary CMOS sensors were formerly reserved for its storied EOS line. The PowerShot SX1 IS is the first PowerShot that gives you access to the astonishing imaging power of this technology. Unlike the CCD sensors on most digital cameras, CMOS sensors convert and amplify signals before they are transferred to the image processor. This enables the CMOS sensor to produce exceptionally clean image data, free of the stray signals that can mar images. The resulting images show a notable brilliance and clarity.

Customer Review :

Hands down the best hybrid camera I ever bought!

When I bought this camera it was for the hybrid capabilities and the impressive array of features for the price class.

Pros:
- Awesome HD video quality
- Powerful 20x optical zoom
- Quality optical stabilizer
- Quality construction

Cons:
- Only average image quality
- Confusing settings and modes

Summary:
If you are looking for a very good hybrid cam that offers an impressive array of features but puts more emphasis on video quality then this is the perfect cam. Yes, the settings and modes can be a bit confusing but with a little usage they can be mastered.

Brief Review:
Frankly I bought this camera with the intention of taking still images with it but I also wanted 1080p video capability (in case I don't have my much more expensive video camera with me). After taking several hundred images I found the still image quality to be unimpressive (or about average).

It was when I switched it to video mode that I was blown away. The quality and color depth when set to "vivid" preset was absolutely stunning! In fact, it was so good I immediately got rid of my dedicated video cam. Ironically, I love the video quality so much I have all but stopped taking pictures.






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Great images, video, features and small size!

Comparing to my previous EOS Elan, this camera is amazing! You have to try it!

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Poor Image Quality

Hi
I researched for a good camera and zeroed in on the SX1. It was real hard for me to shell out about $650 for the camera and memory card.

Pros: What I liked with the camera: good contrast, colors in pictures. 20x optical and 4x digital (80x combined) zoom is super!

Cons: Pathetic image quality. If you take some pictures of trees + grass, everything is smudged. My 7 year old Fuji 2800 model (2 MP) camera takes sharper pictures (see my post at [...]) in which we can see the grass and foliage with well defined borders... This has been a great disappointment and nullifies all the pluses of the camera.

I am returning this item to seller...very unfortunate experience

Update:

I have returned the camera


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SX1: the good & the bad

I bought this to replace an S5IS, so I'll be comparing the 2 cameras. in some ways it is a better camera, but the old S5 still does a few things better.

The good:
HD Video: The 1080P movie capability is pretty awesome. Very few camcorders can do 1080P, but this camera does it, and does it pretty well. Movies are stable and look good, although a little jerky at times. The dedicated movie button is cool too.
Rapid shooting: 5 frames per second at full res is pretty amazing - this is DSLR territory.
LCD screen: the size and clarity are awesome, and the articulating feature is a must have for me. It would be perfect if not for the polarizing - see below.
Build quality: This is the most solid camera of this type that I've used. DSLR like.

The bad:
Picture quality: Canon went with a CMOS sensor to increase the speed, and it is fast, but the picture quality suffers. It is still pretty good, but pictures from the old trusty S5 are better - less noise, crisper, more detailed.
Controls: Canon went from increment buttons on the S5 to a thumb dial on the SX1. This is used to change ISO, shutter speed, aperture and other settings I regularly access. The dial is just fussy and hard to use.
Lens: Here I am comparing it with an S5 with a 1.8X teleconverter, achieving similar magnification. The the S5 images are better in every way, clearer with less distortion and fringing.
LCD screen: Great screen BUT, and this is a big one for me... it is polarized the wrong way! Arg. The S5 screen is polarized such that when wearing polarized sunglasses, you can clearly see the screen in landscape position. The SX1 screen is polarized 90 degrees off from the S5. In other words when looking at he screen in landscape position, it is totally black with polarized sunglasses. This is a big one for me, since I love polarized glasses, and like to be able to shoot without taking them off.
HD aspect ratio. You have to switch the camera from 4:3 to 16:9 to shoot HD video. Kind of a hassle switching back and fourth when shooting video & photos.

So I am using the SX1 mostly because of the HD feature. But aside from the build quality, HD, and still shooting speed, I prefer the old S5.

Rating :

Don't buy this camera

I would not recommend this camera. It is very heavy and the image quality is not very good. However, the biggest problem is that, from the beginning, all of my photos have a dark smudge in the center top. I returned the camera for repair under warranty; it was returned to me with the same problem. I am about to return it for the second time, but I am not optimistic that Canon will resolve the issue.

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1. Canon PowerShot SX210IS 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 14x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD - Black
2. 8 Gigabyte SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card - Universal Memory Card Wallet
3. Well Padded Digital Camera Carrying Case with Pocket & Strap
4. Lens Care & Cleaning Kit - Package of LCD Screen Protectors
5. Flexible Legged Mini Table Tripod - BONUS!! 25 FREE Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice)

Editorial Review :

Decidedly slim and sleekly refined, the PowerShot SX210 IS packs a feature set that reads like a wish list. The 14.1-megapixel CCD joins a Powerful 14x (28-392mm Equivalent) Optical Zoom With Optical Image Stabilizer, 28mm wide-angle zoom for imaging power to spare. Frame your shots in the bright 3.0-inch widescreen PureColor System LCD, with the Low Light mode for sharp images in dimly-lit situations. It also captures stunning HD movies with Dynamic mode for enhanced image stabilization when shooting movies using wide-angle settings. Capture smooth HD video (720p) with stereo sound for a truly natural, high quality HD experience. The PowerShot SX210 IS not only goes wherever you do, but takes your photography and video to a whole new place, too.
++PLUS++ 8GB Accessory Kit: 8 Gigabyte SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card - Universal Memory Card Wallet - Well Padded Digital Camera Carrying Case with Pocket & Strap - Lens Care & Cleaning Kit - Package of LCD Screen Protectors - Flexible Legged Mini Table Tripod - BONUS!! 25 FREE Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice).

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