Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold)
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The Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold) combines high-resolution,14.1MP imaging with a wide-range (28-392mm equivalent), optically stabilized 14x UA (Ultra High Refractive Index Aspherical) zoom lens that packs wide-angle to super-telephoto shooting capability in a snazzy little package.
Canon's PowerShot SX210 captures still images in a choice of 12 JPEG file sizes (including 2 @ 16:9) as well as HD 720p(1280x720) video clips (with stereo sound) up to 60 minutes (or 4GB per clip) as well as 640x480 @ 30 fps and 320x240 @ 30 fps for lower-resolution applications. And when shooting hand-held, walkabout video, the SX210 takes advantage of Canon's Dynamic mode to dampen the bumps along the way.
For hassle-free shooting, Canon's Smart AUTO mode automatically analyzes the scene and sets the best exposure based on 22 predefined shooting situations. For shooting under low lighting conditions, the ISO sensitivity of the PowerShot SX210 IS can be dialed up to 1600, and when shooting in Low Light mode, expanded as high as an equivalent of ISO 6400.
Other image-enhancing features found on the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS include Servo AF/AE Focus Tracking, which kicks in when you press the shutter-button halfway, a Smart Flash Exposure System, a DIGIC 4 image processor, 'Miniature' and 'Fisheye' filters, Intelligent Contrast Correction, Motion Detection Technology, Face Detection Self-timer, Red-eye Correction, Advanced AF/AE/FE/WB Face Detection, and a Face Detection Self-timer that enables you to get your own smiling face into family portraits.
The Canon PowerShot SX210 IS records images onto your choice of SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, MMC Plus Card, HC MMC Plus memory cards (up to 16GB) and powers off a rechargeable NB-5L lithium-ion battery, which is good for about 260 images-per-charge, or about 6 hours of playback time.
- 14.1 Megapixel Resolution Generates High Quality 16.5" x 23.4" Prints
- With 14.1 Megapixels, the PowerShot SX210 IS Digital ELPH provides amazing image resolution, catching the truly exquisite details that will make your photography top-notch. The PowerShot SX210 IS Digital ELPH is the very image of photography at its best, featuring megapixels that are among the highest resolution of the Digital ELPH series to capture every detail of the world around you. There's never been a better time to think big, knowing that every enlargement will be sharper and more full of life than you've ever experienced before.
- Powerful 14x (28-392mm Equivalent) Optical Zoom With Optical Image Stabilizer
- With the PowerShot SX210 IS's powerful 14x Optical Zoom (28-392mm equivalent), you'll get up-close fast, handy at sports and school events as well as everyday creative shooting. And with Optical Image Stabilizer, camera shake is greatly reduced even when shooting while walking, helping to ensure clarity and acuity in all your images.
- HD Shooting Capability at 720p With Stereo Sound and HDMI Output for Playback of Video and Photos
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The PowerShot SX210 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 a mini-HDMI connector for direct connection to a high-definition TV 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.
The PowerShot SX210 IS also includes spectacular movie functionality. With the Movie button, simply push and you can start shooting video and never miss the perfect moment. When shooting movies, you can get up close with the 14x Optical Zoom for riveting detail and realism, from the overall appearance to facial expressions! And the camera's Smart AUTO technology that helps ensure the perfect still image works to bring that same quality to your movies.
- Large 3"-Wide PureColor System LCD With High Resolution and Wide Viewing Angle.
- The PowerShot SX210 IS's high resolution (230,400 dots) 3.0-inch wide PureColor System LCD 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 features Night Display for easy viewing in low light.
- Smart AUTO Mode Selects the Right Settings for 22 Predefined Situations
- Just set the Canon PowerShot SX210 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 22 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.
- Manual Controls
- This camera allows you to take full control over your image-taking experience. You can use manual focus, manual exposure control, and manual flash settings (3 levels).
- Servo AF/AE Continues to Focus and Track Subject While Shutter is Pressed.
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In PowerShot SX210 IS's Servo AF mode, Auto Exposure (AE) functionality is linked to the Auto Focus (AF) frame, creating a sophisticated Servo AF/AE that delivers sharp focus and proper exposure of subjects on the move.
Now you can wait for the shot you want, with no need to reframe and refocus. With the shutter button pressed halfway, Servo AF/AE will continue to focus and track your subject as the moment you want to capture approaches. Press the shutter fully, and you've got your shot - with tight focus and perfectly calibrated exposure.
- Bring Creativity to Your Photos With New Scene Modes Such as Miniature Effect and Fisheye Effect.
- The Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital ELPH offers creative effects similar to those found in certain professional lenses. Miniature Effect creates an illusion where very large objects appear in miniature proportions. Turn soaring cityscapes into a scene in seemingly dollhouse-like proportions. Fisheye Effect uses barrel distortion to warp the image around the center, giving a distinctive curvature effect to the photo. The curvilinear images produced by Fisheye Effect can suggest the curve of the Earth, the inside of a dome, or the image you see through the peephole of a door.
- New Smart Shutter Technology Automatically Takes a Picture When the Subject Smiles or Winks.
- The Canon PowerShot SX210 IS also has Smart Shutter technology, which detects faces in the scene and releases the shutter automatically in response to the appearance of an additional face, or when a smile or sassy wink occurs. These technologies help to make your photography less rushed and more natural, so getting the perfect shot is even easier.
- Smart Flash Exposure Makes Natural-Looking Photos With Flash in Difficult Situations.
- Smart Flash Exposure is a technology that can produce excellent flash exposures across a wide range of conditions, and helps ensure against over- or under-exposed images. The detail and color of your photo remain intact and truer to life even in challenging lighting.
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor Tracks Faces of Moving Subjects
- 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
- This 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.
- Shoot in Low Light Mode for Dimly Lit Situations
- With an ISO of 400 - 6400, the Low Light mode takes the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS boldly into the shadows! Now even scenes notorious for having insufficient light, such as those lit by candles, fire, or street lamp, come through in fantastic color and clarity, with less noise. You can keep the feel of the scene intact without adding additional light, so the result will be scenes with the visual accuracy, depth and clarity you expect from a Canon camera.
- 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 SX210 IS can even use i-Contrast in playback mode to adjust images that were shot without the setting activated.
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| Imaging | |
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| Resolution | Effective: 14.1 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 14.5 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CCD |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Linear PCM |
| Max Resolution | 4320 x 3240 |
| Other Resolutions |
3456 x 2592 2592 x 1944 2144 x 1608 1600 x 1200 640 x 480 4320 x 2432 @ 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Optics | |
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| Lens |
EFL: 5.0-70.0mm (35mm equivalent: 28-392mm) Aperture: f/3.1 (W) - 5.9 (T) |
| Zoom |
Optical: 14x Digital: 4x |
| Focus Range |
Wide: 2.0" (5.08 cm) - Infinity Telephoto: 3.3' (100.58 cm) - Infinity Macro: 2.0" (5.08 cm) - 1.6' (0.49 m) |
| Exposure Control | |
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| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 80-1600 |
| Shutter |
1 - 1/3200 seconds 15 - 1/3200 seconds in Manual Mode |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Evaluative, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: AE Lock, Manual, Program Shift, Safety Shift, i-Contrast Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Manual, Tungsten |
| Burst Rate | Up to 0.7 fps |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds, 2 Seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Remote Control | None |
| Flash | |
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| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Exposure Compensation, FE Lock, Flash On, Off, Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 1 - 11.5' (0.30 - 3.51 m) Telephoto: 3.3 - 6.6' (1.01 - 2.01 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Memory | |
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| Built-in Memory | None |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC SDXC |
| Still Images per GB | JPEG: 264 @ Highest Resolution - 1774 @ Lowest Resolution |
| Recording | |
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| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Video | |
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| Video Clip Length |
Up to 4GB or 60 Minutes
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Please Note:29 min. 59 sec in HD close |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Stereo |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
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| Viewfinder Type | None |
| Screen | 3.0" LCD Widescreen (230000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
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| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 AV Output |
| Environmental | |
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| Operating/Storage Temperature |
Operating 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) Humidity: 10 - 90% |
| Power | |
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| Battery | NB-5L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| AC Power Adapter | ACK-DC30 (Optional) |
| Physical | |
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| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.17 x 2.33 x 1.26" / 105.92 x 59.18 x 32.00 mm |
| Weight | 7.58 oz / 215 g (Camera only) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 19 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
84%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Zoom range/performance (10)
- Compact (9)
- Good image quality (9)
- Easy to use (8)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (7)
Cons
- No viewfinder (3)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (9)
- Family photos (8)
- Travel (7)
- Video (7)
- Low light (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (4), Photo enthusiast (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
Most Liked Positive Review
A lot of camera in a small package
I wanted a good alternative to carrying my 50D with 17-270 zoom and the SX210IS is it: 14X optical zoom, zoom while shooting video, much less shutter lag than our other point-and-shoots, ...Read complete review
I wanted a good alternative to carrying my 50D with 17-270 zoom and the SX210IS is it: 14X optical zoom, zoom while shooting video, much less shutter lag than our other point-and-shoots, pocket-size and great color in sharp, bright images. It packs a heck of a lot of features and flexibility into a small package. In addition, my HF-DC1 supplemental flash will work with the 210. Recovery time is on the slow side when using flash, but I can live with that. I do not find the Mode Dial to be the problem cited by another reviewer. It is firm as it must be in its top rear position, but it is not difficult to turn. Probably I would prefer a lever to operate the zoom instead of the rocker-type control, but it operates just fine. The pop-up flash is in an awkward spot at the top left corner where you usually place your fingers. In the quest for small camera size, I miss having a view finder in bright light. With all the features the 210 has (too many to list here) it is a great camera. It will serve me well as a supplement to my 50D for family photos and travel photos (heavy landscape scenery and a little wildlife). I have not had it for a long enough period to comment on things such as battery life, etc.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Great except for lack of viewfinder
I am a semi-pro, but when I travel (for non-photo business) I prefer to take a compact P&S, rather than my DSLRs. I take lots of aerial images from the pla...Read complete review
I am a semi-pro, but when I travel (for non-photo business) I prefer to take a compact P&S, rather than my DSLRs. I take lots of aerial images from the plane, so I wanted a strong zoom. There are not many that have that in a REALLY compact P&S. I like the 14X zoom on this camera. The 14MP also allow for some cropping if it still is not enough. The 2 biggest drawbacks are 1) not having a viewfinder - the screen can be very difficult to see in bright light, and 2)the manual controls are a bit cumbersome - having to go into the functions menu to change the ISO adds several steps. However overall it is a very good camera, and I have dealt with Canon and its repair service many times, and their superb service gets me coming back again and again.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Poor Image Quality
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
Despite being 2x more zoom and 2 more MPixels than the SX200IS I owned previously - the image quality, especially at the long end of the zoom - is no better.
Vignetting at the long end of the zoom is bad. SD card slot is strangely hard to use, zoom toggle switch is plain awkward
On the up side, one one battery I got a 1200 shot GigaPan out of it!
- Ease of Operation:
- 5
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I took the camera to a couple of trips, the performance where great like having a SLR with big Len
Pictures taken in different light and distance conditions and while I only used the automatic mode pictures came amazing
Shutter speed is great also
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- No Viewfinder
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
Used first time for a fashion show in NYC. The movie one button convenience is great. To take fast action still pictures put the camera in P mode and adjust the ISO rating. It will take great indoor action photos fast in fairly low light (no flash) in this mode. Most important is to READ the MANUAL that comes with the camera (it is in CD form and I printed it out and put it in a binder for future reference). Also read the parts about computer downloads. The view grid is great for composition and the wide angle/optical telephoto is superb for ever shot imaginable. I can use one lens for everything. Best with a 16 GB memory. Huge LCD screen. I almost never need the flash, so I keep it down. Best way to hold camera is thumb and index fingers of left hand at either end, in the grooves, if using the flash, then click with right hand. Experiment with P and other modes, as well as auto mode. This is an advanced amateur, semi-pro-professional camera that beats SLR cameras in size and meets their performance in lens and pixel density, and it weighs next to nothing, fits in the shirt pocket, and does video as well as still. Great buy.
- Ease of Operation:
- 6
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great supplement to SLR
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
- Vibrant Images
Cons
- Flash location
- No Viewfinder
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I wanted a good alternative to carrying my 50D with 17-270 zoom and the SX210IS is it: 14X optical zoom, zoom while shooting video, much less shutter lag than our other point-and-shoots, pocket-size and great color in sharp, bright images. It packs a heck of a lot of features and flexibility into a small package. In addition, my HF-DC1 supplemental flash will work with the 210. Recovery time is on the slow side when using flash, but I can live with that. I do not find the Mode Dial to be the problem cited by another reviewer. It is firm as it must be in its top rear position, but it is not difficult to turn. Probably I would prefer a lever to operate the zoom instead of the rocker-type control, but it operates just fine. The pop-up flash is in an awkward spot at the top left corner where you usually place your fingers. In the quest for small camera size, I miss having a view finder in bright light. With all the features the 210 has (too many to list here) it is a great camera. It will serve me well as a supplement to my 50D for family photos and travel photos (heavy landscape scenery and a little wildlife). I have not had it for a long enough period to comment on things such as battery life, etc.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Canon HF-DC1 supplemental flash
- Similar:
- Canon A720IS, Canon SD550
Pros
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I tried to use the camera to take pictures of my 8 month old granddaughter and the "click time"(whatever that is oficially called) was way to slow. By the time is flashed, she was already onto something else. I've returned the camera because it did me no good.
- Ease of Operation:
- 5
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Poor Flash
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
Keep it in my purse in case I meet the famous. I work in Washington, DC and there are always quick opportunities for great shots.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
As a backup to my Nature Photography with a Canon Mark II plus I carry it it my car. Great zoom capability with image stabilization.
I was surprised how easy it is to use the movie capability and have now figured out how to send those by email - great feature to support nature photography still images.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I did a lot of research before I purchased this camera, and I am glad I did. This is a great little camera with all of the advantages of a larger SLR. The quality of the pictures is awesome and it is so simple to use. I have a big Canon SLR but wanted something to carry everywhere so I wouldn't miss anything and this is it. I would recommend this camera to anyone who wants to take great shots without having to be an expert photographer. A+ Canon.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
This camera is easy to use, gives a great digital picture every time. I want a point and shoot delivery and this is it.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I absolutely love this camera. It is extremely simple to use and the picture quality is excellent. The zoom is great for a compact camera. I used the zoom to take a picture of a dragon fly. Exceptional quality and detail. In the picture I can see detail that I did not note with the naked eye. I am also very impressed with the flash. I took pictures in a very dimly lit room, and the pictures are very bright and clear. The camera is well worth the money.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Controls more cumbersome
- No Viewfinder
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I am a semi-pro, but when I travel (for non-photo business) I prefer to take a compact P&S, rather than my DSLRs. I take lots of aerial images from the plane, so I wanted a strong zoom. There are not many that have that in a REALLY compact P&S. I like the 14X zoom on this camera. The 14MP also allow for some cropping if it still is not enough. The 2 biggest drawbacks are 1) not having a viewfinder - the screen can be very difficult to see in bright light, and 2)the manual controls are a bit cumbersome - having to go into the functions menu to change the ISO adds several steps. However overall it is a very good camera, and I have dealt with Canon and its repair service many times, and their superb service gets me coming back again and again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- 141 Mega Pixels
- 14x zoom
- HD video
- Widescreen LCD
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Compact for travel
- Everyday use
- Video
- Vivid shots
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
What's NOT to like about this camera. It has it all. Widescreen, 14.1 mega pixels, 14X zoom, image stabilazation, HD video, fun to use, attractive and so compact and light. I just love it and haven't had any trouble with it. As a matter of fact, I just bought one for my son in purple.
Pros
- Simple navigation
Cons
- Too fragileif dropped
Best Uses
- For all occasions
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
Great camera for the price!
If you are looking for a simple and easy to use camera with all the bells and whistles of a digital SLR...this is the camera for you.
Bought this for my mom - she wanted the quality of DSLR but didn't want the various functions.
Pros
- Easy use with one shot
- Fantastic software
- Good Pictures
- No lenses to swap
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I was looking for a good all around camera, but I also wanted to get in some close-ups and zoom in on some others, without going to the expense and trouble of swapping lenses or carrying them, and I think I have found it.
This camera will take near professional shots with one click.
The software that comes with it will let you do a lot of things that I have seen in Photoshop.
Pros
- 720P Video
- Audio for video
- Build
- Quality
Cons
- 720p in MOV format
- Preview screen may scratc
- SIZE
Best Uses
- Point and shoot
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
[...]Happy with the purchase of this camera. So many features packed into such a tiny unit. 720p movie mode is definitely a great feature as I can do away with my older SD camcorder. Quality of video is great. ONLY disadvantage is that it stores in MOV format so I have to export to AVI (since software I use to create DVD doesn't like MOV) using ZoomBrowser EX. Takes some extra time but the quality is worth it. So far, so good. The camera is sightly bigger than the other top P&S ones for Canon (980), but the 14x zoom makes up for it.
Pros
- Size
Cons
Best Uses
- Athletics
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
I purchased this camera to run with ... wanted a high quality SMALL camera with a zoom longer than 4 - 5x. A little more difficult than my G11 because all the adjustments are on menus rather than dials but that works good for running and it is half the weight of the G11. Learn the menus. Photo quality is excellent.
Pros
Cons
- To slow for everything
- To slow for sports
Best Uses
- Photos of Paint Drying
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
This is the slowest camera I have ever used. I have an old Canon G7 (10mp) and the G7 will shoot twice as fast. The tardiness is in saving the image to the memory card - there doesn't seem to be any buffering. If you don't want to miss a series of multiple shots then this is not the camera for you. Using a faster memory card doesn't seem to help much. It's to bad - this camera has a lot of nice features.
Pros
- Great image quality
- Incredible zoom
Cons
- bulky
Best Uses
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
This camera is just flat-out ugly, and it's bulkier than most digital point-and-shoots. I'm also not a big fan of the setting dial, which in theory makes it easier to use different settings but is so clumsy that I found it faster to adjust the settings on my old Canon.
However, the 14x optical zoom is amazing, and the picture quality is great. The image stabilizer doesn't seem to be too slow at full zoom. I thought that the pictures were of fantastic quality for a point and shoot, though for the price it might be worth spending a little more and buying a DSLR. I just wanted a camera that I can carry in my pocket or hide easily because I travel a lot in areas where carrying a large camera is a big no-no.
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Digital Camera (Gold):
The body design of the new Canon PowerShot SX210 IS is most impressive, lightweight and compact. The combination of a 14.1 MP and 14X wide zoom is absolutely fantastic. This will most likely be the last camera that I will ever have to buy.
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- Price: $8.99
What's in the Box
- NB-5L Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (3.7v, 1120mAh)
- CB-2LX Charger for Canon NB-5L Lithium Battery Pack
- Wrist Strap WS-DC9
- Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
- IFC-400PCU USB Interface Cable
- AVC-DC400ST Stereo AV Cable
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Make your online shopping trip personal with our online Live Chat representatives. You can easily reach an in-house expert while browsing our site for your shopping needs. We have the most highly-trained staff in the industry who are pros in their fields, and their professional expertise will help you get the most from your purchase.
Place your domestic order with us for shipment via UPS, FedEx Economy, or FedEx Priority by 4 PM ET Monday through Thursday or 11 AM ET Friday and your order will be shipped that day. Visit our Shipping Delivery Times page for further details. Delivery times are subject to payment verification.
We appreciate your purchase from us, and we understand that sometimes the products you buy don’t turn out to be the right choice for you. We guarantee your peace of mind with our 30-day return policy. With no standard restocking fee and few restrictions, you’ll enjoy a return process as easy as shopping with us. Please visit our Return Policy page for further details.
We’ve made iPhone and Android mobile apps available for your service and shopping convenience. Use filtered search to find and purchase almost any item we sell and ship worldwide. Download product manuals and guides for many popular items. See high-resolution product images in close-up detail. Manage wishlists and view order history. Visit our Mobile Apps page to download.
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