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Canon PowerShot S5 IS
8.3 megapixels
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User Score (1304)8.8
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Expert Score (49)7.9
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Design (4)7.0
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Value for money (146)6.6
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Features (133)7.1
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Ease of use (145)7.0
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Picture quality (222)6.4
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The ultra-powerful 12x optical zoom on the PowerShot S5 IS means you’ll get the shot you want with no compromise, yet that’s only the beginning of what makes this camera so exciting. The S5 IS is loaded with many of Canon’s latest advanced technologies including the DIGIC III Image Processor, so both still images and movies are rendered with fine detail and luminous clarity. And now ambitious photographers have even greater creative latitude thanks to an included hot …
Specifications
Type of Camera
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Type of CameraCompact digital still camera with built-in flash, 12x Optical/4x Digital/48x Combined Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer (IS) System
Image Capture Device
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Type8.0 Megapixel, 1/2.5 inch type Charge Coupled Device (CCD)
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Total PixelsApprox. 8.3 Megapixels
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Effective PixelsApprox. 8.0 Megapixels
Lens
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Focal Length6.0-72.0mm f/2.7-3.5 (35mm film equivalent: 36-432mm)
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Digital Zoom4x
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Focusing RangeNormal: 1.6 ft./50cm-infinity (WIDE), 3.0 ft./90cm-infinity (TELE) Macro: 3.9 in.-1.6 ft./10-50cm (W) Super Macro: 0-3.9 in./0-10cm (W)
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Autofocus SystemTTL Autofocus
Viewfinder & Monitor
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Viewfinder0.33-inch low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD electronic viewfinder
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LCD Monitor2.5-inch low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD screen, Vari-angle type with wide viewing angle
The S5 IS is a multi function hybrid camera that is the fourth installment of Canon cameras that are known for their superzoom lens. It uses a DIGIC III processor which has a more advanced Face Detection Technology and red-eye correction to improve images.
Features
At 450 grams, it has 8.0 megapixels under its belt. It has a 12x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. It has a 2.5 inch high resolution LCD monitor that makes image shooting easier. Another feature of the S5 IS is Optical Image Stabilizer Te…
See moreThe S5 IS is a multi function hybrid camera that is the fourth installment of Canon cameras that are known for their superzoom lens. It uses a DIGIC III processor which has a more advanced Face Detection Technology and red-eye correction to improve images.
Features
At 450 grams, it has 8.0 megapixels under its belt. It has a 12x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. It has a 2.5 inch high resolution LCD monitor that makes image shooting easier. Another feature of the S5 IS is Optical Image Stabilizer Technology that makes sure the camera shakes won’t affect the image. By pressing the movie button, the user can easily shoot a movie without even switching to shooting mode. It supports the USB 2.0 hi-speed making image transfers much faster. Users can also choose between 22 shooting modes which also include 9 special scene modes. With the print/share button, images can be printed directly to photo printers, compact photo printers and pictbridge.
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The Canon PowerShot S5 IS, an ultra-zoom digital camera is the upgraded version of its previous well-known model the Canon PowerShot S3. The Canon PowerShot S3 was such a success that Canon had to release a follow-up to keep the spirit of Canon fans alive. So far the Canon PowerShot S5 has not been disappointing, as a matter of fact; it is already known to be an excellent camera by having and accommodating tons of manual and automatic features, well-laid-out controls, a solid body, nice LCD display. The …
See moreThe Canon PowerShot S5 IS, an ultra-zoom digital camera is the upgraded version of its previous well-known model the Canon PowerShot S3. The Canon PowerShot S3 was such a success that Canon had to release a follow-up to keep the spirit of Canon fans alive. So far the Canon PowerShot S5 has not been disappointing, as a matter of fact; it is already known to be an excellent camera by having and accommodating tons of manual and automatic features, well-laid-out controls, a solid body, nice LCD display. The basic main attracting features included are Canon’s veteran optical image-stabilization technology, excellent metering and focusing systems, the signature flip-and-twist LCD display, and the set of manual and semimanual controls. Also upgraded in the Canon PowerShot S5 IS is the newly 8 megapixels sensor which increases the size of the LCD to 2.5 inches. The features are known to be very well implemented into the Canon PowerShot S5 IS. More examples of the features are a record button for movie capture, stereo microphones, a wind filter, and audio volume adjustment. The more you find out discover its features the more you will like it. Give yourself time and you will be familiarized with all its features. It does have some dislikes among its users like for example; some think that the Canon PowerShot S5 IS has low lighting abilities while some think that Canon has not broken any new ground or created anything new with the Canon PowerShot S5 IS. On a much brighter side, Canon still has many loyal fans amongst its users. The most important thing is that so far the camera has given good results for its users. CNET quoted that the PowerShot S5 IS is still a pretty good mega zoom but one that’s slowly losing ground due to the competition.
See lessPros & Cons
- excellent resolution, full manual controls, great image quality, solid build, bright lcd
- exposed lcd, slow sensor, plastic body, no raw mode, chromatic aberration
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Camera Test: Canon PowerShot S5 IS
Reviewer: Pop Photo30 May 2009It seems like every other week here at PopPhoto.com, we're hearing of a new digicam that boasts some superlative: the slimmest ultra-compact, the longest zoom, the most megapixels, fastest burst rate and so on. Then there's the recently released Canon PowerShot S5 IS ($470, street), a compact, optically image stabilized Electronic Viewfinder model that sports a respectable 12x zoom with reach from 36-432mm and an 8.3-megapixel Canon 1/2.5 inch CCD sensor, which replaces... Read more
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Canon PowerShot S5 IS Digital Camera
Reviewer: iTech News Net18 May 2009Other than the IXY DIGITAL 810 IS , Canon announced also PowerShot S5 IS digital camera. Canon PowerShot S5 IS is a 8 Megapixel camera with 4x optical zoom, 12x digital zoom, ISO rating up to 1600, a 2.5-inch LCD display. The Powershot S5 IS can record 640×480 movies at 30fps. It supports PictBridge, ExifPrint, USB.2.0HS(mini-B) and AV-OUT. The S5 IS supprts SD and SDHC memory cards. Read the rest of this entry » Read more
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An articulable LCD, great image stabilization, and top-quality photos add up to a great megazoom.
Reviewer: PC World11 June 2008- Overall 8
- Design 8
- Features 8
- Performance 8
Despite a handy function menu for the most commonly used options, the S5 IS has an overabundance of hey-let's-just-throw-it-in features that can clog menus (a wolf-howl sound effect for the self-timer? Really?). This feels indicative of the uneasy balance Canon has struck between the consumer and professional markets: For every great feature the S5 has (image stabilization, stereo microphones), another is missing (so-so optics, no RAW file support). Overall, though,... Read more
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Reviewer: Nudjit26 May 2008
This is a must have camera for any amateur photographer. I’ve been blown away by the ease of use and professional functionality built into the camera. I have often felt that professional SLR camera’s are wasted on me but the Canon PowerShot S5 IS brings some of the power of the SLR to a cheap, feature-rich camera that is the best I’ve ever used. Read more
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Canon PowerShot S5 IS
Reviewer: Camera Labs01 February 2008- Overall 8
Canon\u2019s PowerShot S5 IS remains one of the best super-zoom digital cameras on the market. It sports a decent 12x range with optical stabilisation, a useful flip-out and twist screen, a decent degree of manual control and impressively, a flash hotshoe. Some will also prefer its use of AA batteries over proprietary and expensive Lithium Ion battery packs. The PowerShot S5 IS also handles quickly and gives you plenty of creative options from control over aperture and... Read more
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Amazing camera
Reviewer: Amazon2 weeks ago- Overall 10
This camera is amazing for what it will do for the investment made.. I have gotten many fine photos from it but did never fool with the video features... I recently shot a series of videos and photos for a fund raising thing I am involved with....I then edited the photos and videos in pse 7 and made a movie with all the goodies with pe 7.. had it duplicated (500 copies)and shown on a big screeen rear projection screen....The audio was awesome...the clips had full color... Read more
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Reviewer: mbroek2004, DP Review15 May 2009
- Overall 8
- Value for money 8
- Features 7
- Ease of use 9
- Picture quality 8
Very nice camera. It is small and has a good amount of features for a novice Read more
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Reviewer: sportfanatic66, PC World22 April 2009
- Overall 10
This is a excellent digital camera. Have used it alot during sporting events. Love the sport feature. shutter speed excellent. Have own numerous name brand digital cameras and not one of them compare to this Cannon S5 IS. Read more
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Canon PowerShot® S5 IS Digital Camera
Reviewer: Alex F., review.azze.com12 February 2009- Overall 10
As a photographer and photo editor for many years, I can finally say that I've found a camera that suits my needs. It's sleek look appears to be a high end film camera with changeable lens. But, do not be fooled... it's digital, and better than many cameras in it's same price range. It's zoom is more than what you'll need, unless you're a private agent who needs hundreds of feet. If 10 ft. works for you, than you'll be good. The mega pixels in this are also quite high... Read more
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Excellent for amatuars. Stop moaning professionals
Reviewer: Digitalcamera HQ27 December 2008- Overall 10
excellent for novice and amatuars. Takes good allround pictures and excellent colours. The camera is doing its jobs where ever I go with it. To the professionals, if its not good for your then buy a upmarket SLR. Read more
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