Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black)
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Are you ready to rumble? Creatively, that is? Canon's PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black) is more than up to the challenge: it's got a 12.1MP sensor, a 12x zoom lens (28-336mm equivalent in 35mm, which goes from very wide-angle to super telephoto in a snap), and a vivid 3" display.
That's just the basics--there's also dazzling 720p HD video with stereo sound, fun special effects like Fisheye and Miniatures, and Advanced Smart AUTO that gives you the absolute best exposure for 28 different shooting situations like Portrait, Landscape, Kids & Pets, Low Light, Beach, Foliage, Snow, etc.
There's manual control over exposure and focus when you want it, image stabilization that controls camera shake when the shutter speed is low, color variations like Super Vivid for magnificently saturated colors or Color Swap (pick a color in your photo and replace it with a different color that you specify), sensitivity up to 1600 ISO, exposure compensation +/- 2 f-stops in 1/3 stop increments, and 6 different exposure control methods. Whew!
But there's a lot more. And it's all accomplished with 2 AA batteries, available just about everywhere in the world. Isn't that sweet?
- Greater shooting capabilities in 720p HD video - the SX130 IS can shoot HD video with stereo sound while using the optical zoom, offering better versatility and image quality so you can fully capture those fun, memorable moments.
- A high-powered 12x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer reduces camera shake so you achieve brilliant images whether you are up close or far away.
- Great new scene modes like Miniature Effect for Movie offers a creative option to capture your videos and Fisheye Effect offers a cool artistic option to capture your images.
- Smart Flash Exposure where the camera determines the correct flash based on the shooting situation.
- Advanced Smart AUTO analyzes faces, brightness, colors, distance and movement, then selects an appropriate setting based on 28 predefined shooting situations.
- Powerful DIGIC 4 Image Processor, with 12.1 Megapixels, makes this camera a perfect device for any shooter!
- Large 3.0-inch wide LCD enables easy viewing.
- This AA battery-powered camera enables you to easily power up.
Shooting Modes
- Smart AUTO--the camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity.
- P (Program)--access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically.
- Tv (Shutter-priority)--you select the shutter speed to stop or blur action, and the camera finds the appropriate aperture. With slow exposure times, Canon's noise reduction system activates to ensure low image noise.
- Av (Aperture-priority)--you define the aperture to either isolate your subject or have clarity throughout the entire picture, and the camera will choose the corresponding shutter speed.
- M (Manual)--the ultimate in creative control, you set both aperture and shutter speed manually.
- Easy--keep the image quality as high as possible for fail-proof images.
- Portrait--the camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject "pop."
- Landscape--for front to back sharpness, the camera sets a small aperture.
- Kids & Pets--reduced focusing time for even faster shutter response, so you won't miss those special shots.
- Smart Shutter--the camera automatically takes the photo when people smile, wink, or get into frame.
- Low Light--for high quality image capture in an amazing range of dimly-lit situations.
- Super Vivid--Super Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright colors.
- Poster Effect--poster Effect combines several similar shades into one color, turning subtle gradations into eye-catching, scene-popping contrasts.
- Color Accent--choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome.
- Color Swap--select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects.
- Fisheye Effect--add a classic photo distortion without a fisheye lens.
- Miniature Effect--give images a miniature look with an effect that emphasizes perspective by blurring the top and bottom of the image.
- Beach--get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces.
- Foliage--capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms.
- Snow--shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint.
- Fireworks--grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks
Go To
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 12.1 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 12.4 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV Audio: Linear PCM |
| Max Resolution | 4000 x 3000 |
| Other Resolutions |
1600 x 1200 640 x 480 4000 x 2248 @ 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
EFL: 5-60 mm (35mm equivalent: 28-336 mm) Aperture: f/3.4 (W) - 5.6 (T) |
| Zoom |
Optical: 12x Digital: 4x |
| Focus Range |
Wide: 0.4" (1.02 cm) - Infinity Telephoto: 3.3' (100.58 cm) - Infinity Macro: 0.4" (1.02 cm) - 1.6' (48.77 cm) |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 80-1600 |
| Shutter |
1 - 1/2500 seconds 15 - 1/2500 seconds in Manual Mode |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Evaluative, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: AE Lock, Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Safety Shift, Shutter Priority Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Manual, Fluorescent H |
| Burst Rate | Up to 1.0 fps |
| Self Timer |
2 Seconds, 10 Seconds
1
Please Note:Also has Custom and Face Self-timer close |
| Interval Recording | None |
| Remote Control | None |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Exposure Compensation, FE Lock, Flash On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 1.6 - 9.8' (0.49 - 2.99 m) 3.3 - 6.6' (1.01 - 2.01 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | None |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC SDXC MMC MMCplus HC MMCplus |
| Still Images per GB | JPEG: 300 @ Highest Resolution - 875 @ Lowest Resolution |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Video Clip Length | Limited by Memory Card Capacity |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Stereo |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | None |
| Screen | 3" LCD (230000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature |
Operating 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) Humidity: 10 - 90% |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | 2x AA Batteries |
| AC Power Adapter | ACK-800 (Optional) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.46 x 2.88 x 1.80" / 113.28 x 73.15 x 45.72 mm |
| Weight | 9.17 oz / 260 g (Camera only) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 124 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (114)
- Good image quality (105)
- Large clear LCD (94)
- Zoom range/performance (78)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (66)
Cons
- Lag / shutter delay (33)
- Short battery life (30)
- No viewfinder (26)
- Poor flash (8)
- No image stabilization (5)
Best Uses
- Family photos (97)
- Travel (83)
- Landscape/scenery (80)
- Low light (59)
- Video (39)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (54), Photo enthusiast (43), Semi-pro photographer (22), Pro photographer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (91), Yes (31)
Most Liked Positive Review
Fantastic Camera
I got this camera as an upgrade to the sx110 that I used to have. Both are great cameras, but my mom wanted the sx110 so she bought me this one. The zoom is...Read complete review
I got this camera as an upgrade to the sx110 that I used to have. Both are great cameras, but my mom wanted the sx110 so she bought me this one. The zoom is great, I was able to get a fairly decent picture of Mt. Shasta from the rim of Crater Lake on a college trip to Oregon, that's almost 113 miles away. While the camera lacks a sports mode, simply using the shutter speed priority mode at the maximum speed with the flash up will get those action shots you want. The battery life was a bit short, so I got a set of rechargeable batteries with it and carry a spare set of AA's and the camera lasts throughout the day. Overall this is a fantastic camera for a casual photographer or even a photo enthusiast, and its the perfect size for those on the move.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good Canon camera but others are better
Takes some really good shots but there are better cameras for this price (panasonic zs5 or sony 55) but if you really want to use AA this is the option to go with. Cool...Read complete review
Takes some really good shots but there are better cameras for this price (panasonic zs5 or sony 55) but if you really want to use AA this is the option to go with. Cool face detection settings
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Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
good zoom
hd video
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- 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
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I bought this camera for a cruise to the bahamas and I was so surprised at the amazing quality of the pictures. The 12xs optical zoom is amazing. It's so easy for me to take great quality pictures from a distance. I love this camera.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I'm using Canon PowerShot for at list 10 years and I've decided to buy the new model to my grandson, as his first camera. I'm sure he will be happy with it.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
you don t have to be a professional to use it, and it takes grate pictures
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- No Viewfinder
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
This is a great point & shoot camera when I don't want to take along the DSLR & all of the lenses.
It is great for vacation pics, newsletter pics, street photography, ect.
The picture quality is great & camera has enough of the advanced features of a DSLR when you want to "play".
No, it is not going to be great for sports or low light photography, but that is what the DSLR is for.
My only complaint is that there is no battery level indicator. Camera just dies when batteries run out.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- nothing so far
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I also own a Canon SX30 IS, but this camera is way over it in terms of photos quality. The 12x zoom is also enough and you'll not have as much distortions as the SX30. Great camera!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I recently took some photos while on a moving boat. The pictures were perfect and not blurred at all. Very impressed by the features built into this camera.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
- great picture quality
- sufficient optical zoom 12x
- price is worth
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I bought this camera for my daughter, who is wanting to be a photographer. She has already taken really great pictures with this camera with little to no assistance or teaching from myself. Really appreciate the camera's price with all of the extras that comes with this item.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
Just got this camera, recommended by my daughter who has a similar model. Took some zoom shots and they were greatly detailed and beyond my expectations.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
This camera had to be returned after less than one day. The manual flash took almost 10 seconds to charge. The time between pictures even without flash was multiple seconds.
The selection ring was hard to use without picking the wrong menu item.
The AA batteries that came with it lasted about 10 pictures and one 60 second video.
It is a real shame because this is a feature rich camera for the price.
- Ease of Operation:
- 2
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
Good for travel
Good image quality but shutter delay
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I purchased this camera just to have in my purse with me at all times just in case i came across the "perfect shot"... it is great for what i purchased it for... good zoom... no issues yet..
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- No Viewfinder
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I've only had it for about a week but it takes great pics, nice zoom & it's a nice looking camera! I publish a magazine & will be using this camera to take photos for my publication.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Autofocus
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
My daughter gave me about 10 minutes worth of instruction. I hadn't used any camera in about 10 years and was able to get great pictures on the first try. She uses Canon cameras for her yearbook class and would use nothing else as they do not hold up with such high usage and many users.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Short Lag Time
Cons
- Poor Image Stabilization
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
-This camera has the ease of a point and shoot, but better image quality. It's not too big of a camera, so you won't be lugging around giant lenses, and its not a tiny cheap camera; it's somewhere in between and I love that because it looks more professional but is still easy to use.
-The image quality is really good but it's pretty bad at capturing moving objects.
-I love the video quality, it's HD and it even has a "color accent" option where it shows only a selected color and all other objects are black and white, it's a really cool effect
-The only downside to the HD video is it takes up a lot of space on the memory card
-Probably the biggest downside to this camera is the AA batteries,even though I use rechargeable ones i always bring extra just in case
-Overall I enjoy this camera very much, it was a great decision at a great price
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I used the Canon SX130 to take vacation pictures on the beach. It takes great pictures and is very easy to use.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Poor Flash
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I am learning to use video and learn to edit and cut movies
I like that the camera is small but at the same time compact and solid
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
I did some research and this camera came out on top for a good vacation camera. I keep finding hidden gems like the smile finder and blink self timer. Nice heft to size ratio. Some cameras too small to get a steady shot with. This one has performed great in DC this week.
- 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
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Digital Camera (Black):
What a pleasant surprise this camera was! Easy to use, with a terrific zoom, I got excellant shots. I was amazed at the quality of my pics. Small in size, yet delivers features I didn't expect in this cost range.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Memory Cards
Required item: Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.
- Price: $9.99
Batteries & Power
Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
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- Original: $17.95
- Save: $1.79
- Price: $16.16
Bags & Straps
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.
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- Original: $13.95
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- Price: $12.56
Flash & Accessories
Get a flash to add light to your picture.
- Price: $97.22
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Price: $7.49
Card Readers
Download your pictures faster and save battery life.
- Price: $9.95
What's in the Box
- 2 x AA-Size Alkaline Battery
- Wrist Strap WS-800
- AV Cable AVC-DC400ST
- IFC-400PCU USB Interface Cable
- Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
- 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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