Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital Camera with 20x

Loving my new camera so far
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I received my SX10IS in the mail yesterday and have been playing with it since. I am not a pro my any means, but I knew I wanted to upgrade to a better camera that takes quality pictures. I was thinking about buying an SLR until I found the Canon SX10IS and did my research. This camera has so many options, a fantastic zoom, is very user friendly and takes beautiful pictures. Like many reviews have said, if you don’t want to go the SLR route yet, this is the next best thing. Now, I really feel like I’m working with a “real” camera that is so far proving to give me the pro-like photos I want to achieve. I’m also very determined to learn how to use this camera correctly. I have been reading the manual and researching online so I know how to set my camera to the appropriate setting to achieve the desired look I want. Out of the box you can set this camera to auto and shoot away for great photos, but I believe that understanding how the camera works and its settings are going to give you the best quality shots. I’m not going to lie, I don’t have it all perfect yet! Today I tried setting the self-timer and taking a few shots of the myself and the sun was really glaring on me in the photos, so I do have to work with the setting to perfect this! Lastly, it’s only been two days, so I have a long way to go, but so far I’m very satisfied with my canon. Some of the pictures I’ve taken are just gorgeous and look like postcards! The price is also fantastic for this camera. I remember paying more for my little point and shoot three years ago and the photos don’t even compare!

Farrell’s Review
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought the camera for my wife for christmas and she loves it. Easy to learn and takes top quality pictures.

The Best Alternative to your Hum-Drum Point and Shoot!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have a simple Cannon point and shoot which I love but I was searching for something beyond that. I found this Digital SLR and once I received it, I knew I made the right choice. It has all the niceties of point and shoot with the added bonus of facial recognition, image stabilization, serious zoom in capabilities and a rotating review screen. Basically, it’s perfect for the weekend photographer or someone who’s just getting into photography. The picture quality is crisp and sharp with easy to use features. I didn’t even read the owners manual and I had no problems getting everything set up.

BEST CAMERA ON EARTH!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the best camera on earth. I bought this camera to create beautiful memories of my daughter growing up. I’m mainly leaving this review for people with kids who are wondering if this camera can keep up with taking quick fast shots, without missing out on precious moments.

Fast Camera!!!

This camera has NEVER missed a shot and she’s a very quick and fast little two year old. I’ve captured every single quick smile, precious pose, and all of her active moments. I do this using the sports mode. In this mode, the camera actually takes the picture the very same instant you press down on the button (no delay whatsoever). In this mode, when she’s running, there is no blurryness.

Great Indoor Camera!!!

This camera also takes GREAT indoor pics as well. It is a bit heavier than the little camera’s out there….but if you want to sacrifice qaulity and performance…go for a little one.

Outstanding Detail and Zoom qaulity

I wanted something that was powerful, and something that my husband can take to football games, basketball and other sporting events. That’s actually how I sold him on the idea of purchasing this camera. The zoom capability is out of this world. For example, we went to the park the other day and I was able to get pictures of the ducks from the OTHER SIDE OF THE LAKE….and in very clear detail. Now that’s powerful.

Easy to use!!!

The minute this camera arrived, I took it out of the box and started using it. I didn’t even read the instructions…that’s how easy it is to use. I’m more of a beginner type when it comes to camera’s. I popped the batteries in, and went crazy taking pics. The video mode has a dedicated button so you can video events very quickly without fussing with dials.

No Regrets!!!

I hope I’ve helped someone out on making their purchase decision. I get compliments all of the time on how fast the camera is and how wonderful the pics look. I love this CAMERA!!! I can tell you that you won’t regret this purchase.

Happy with the SX10 IS
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This camera replaced my old Olympus C2100, a formidable 10x zoom camera introduced 8 years ago that started the mega-zoom race. Have played with the SX10 IS for a week now and very happy with it.

Below are what I like:

-It uses regular “AA” batteries. Never buy a camera that uses specialized batteries no matter what people may tell you. Updated 6/27/09: this camera is so power efficient that it can take 600 photos on a single set of AA rechargeable batteries according to a leading consumer magazine (no other camera can even come close, non).

-It has a useful 28mm wide angle lens. This means you can include a whole group of people in a picture without standing too far back(such as in a small room). Most cameras (I say 90%) do not have lens this wide.

-You can zoom (optical & digital, with audio) while taking movies. Many cameras do not allow optical or audio during movie taking.

-It takes SD memory cards which is most popular (plentiful, cheap). Do not settle for cameras that take any other type of memory cards.

-It has a rotating LCD display.

-It is quick to take (and view) pictures and movies.

-Picture and movie quality (with stereo audio) is superbly competitive to any other high quality cameras.

Below are what I don’t like:

-No grip: this is one slippery camera. I like its size and weight but its grip needs to be designed accordingly.

-The LCD display is very easily scratched. Do not wear this camera with a neck strap with the LCD facing out, because your shirt buttons will scratch the LCD. Immediately put a protective screen on this LCD first; there are several protective screen or tape products available.

-The lens has no thread so you can’t put on a lens filter to protect it from smears and dust.

-The lens cap has no tether or tether hole so there is little you can do to attach the cap to the camera. Canon, what was you thinking?

-I wish it can record movies in widescreen 16:9 VGA. It does not have HD movie feature but I don’t need HD, I only wish widescreen VGA.

Currently there are several 20x zoom cameras available, such as the Olympus SP-570UZ and SP-565UZ, Casio EX-FH20. I’ve tried all of them, and eventually chose the Canon SX10IS as I think it gives you superb features and quality for an unbelievable price.

Perfect Camera for Us
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Did a lot of research on which was the best camera for us and I am very please with our decision to buy this one. Do not buy this camera if your first concern is size, but other than that it is awesome.

Sooo happy
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I needed a better camera for my trip to Panama, especially one that would take decent pictures inside as well as out. This camera was a little intimidating at first as it has lots of functions, but after a little time with my daughter in law, who is a photographer- I found that it is really easy to use for basic picture taking. I learned the basics and will build on that over time. It is a great buy for a great camera.

You can take some amazing photos with this camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2ZS3APKV5JUHQ I have to admit, I’m a point and shoot type of person who likes a small digital camera that I can carry in the pocket of my jeans or in my purse so it’s always handy. I didn’t want to spend a whole lot of money on a camera and have to spend hundreds on extra lenses. My Casio camera serves me just fine in many circumstances. I take a lot of people pictures and pictures at parties and get-togethers. But there were always those times when I was in a beautiful location and wanted something that would do a good job with pictures of mountains, lakes and other landscape features. Or I wanted to take a photo of our Christmas tree at night with the lights in a dark room and I just could never really capture the shot. I often wanted to take pictures of the squirrels or a woodpecker on the tree but with a 3x optical zoom you just can’t get “up close and personal”. This camera will do all that and more. It will also do automatic, point and shoot photos, just like my little point and shoot camera.

I hate to read manuals and instructions. But with this camera it’s something you just have to set aside some time and pretty much read through the well organized little manual that comes with it. It’s easy enough reading and well organized with references to page numbers describing each feature and cross referenced well. Perhaps someone with experience on other SLR cameras or more complicated cameras would find this camera intuitive, but I had to sit down a study a bit before really getting into all the features. Once I had the camera set up and tried the different features and settings it was easy enough to do, but there is a little learning curve. The good news is there are many more things I can do with this camera than I ever imagined.

With other cameras I’ve owned I could take macro photos of things like flowers or food. With this camera I can take a super macro of not only the flower, but the bee on the flower and the hair on his legs! With other cameras low light photos were just so-so. With this camera you can take photos in very low light which I find myself using more and more, now that I have a camera that will handle it. The 20x zoom is nothing short of amazing. This is great for taking photos of outdoor critters or spying on your neighbor’s gardener. It’s almost like having a pair of binoculars and being able to capture it on digital film. You can take great movies with stereo sound. It’s so much easier than getting out the video camera every time you want to take a short movie of the dog doing something cute or your neighbor’s kid doing something stupid. There are some special scene settings that are a quick way of setting up the camera for different types of photos. I’ve had very good results using these and look at all the different circumstances they cover: You have settings for portraits, landscape, night scenes or snapshots, sports, indoor, sunsets, foliage, snow, beach, fireworks (can’t wait to try this one out), aquarium, ISO 3200, color accent and color swap.

The flip-out and rotating 2.5-inch LCD screen is a feature I love and I haven’t seen it on any other camera in this class. It makes it simple to see what you’re taking from any angle and is nice because you can tilt it out of the sun. I find all the buttons, built in flash and controls easy to use and I can re-set it quickly for different types of circumstances. I really like the stitch assist for taking panorama shots that I can later stitch together on my computer into one wide panoramic image. There are so many more settings and things that you can do, just too many to list here.

The camera will definitely not fit in the pocket of my jeans but the weight and size aren’t bad. I bought the Carrying Case / Shoulder Bag for the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi, PowerShot S5 IS, Powershot SX1 IS, SX10 IS case which is perfect for this camera. I’m posting a short video showing the case and just a few features of the camera. It’s too bad I couldn’t use this camera to take the video. The close-ups would have been a lot clearer than what I could do with my video camera. I thought of including some photos taken with the camera on the video, but with the compression needed to fit the videos on this website the wouldn’t do them justice. Even the photos posted by other reviewers on this site, as amazing as they are, look even better when you see them on your own computer or printed.

I did a lot of research on cameras and then I hesitated for a long time, wondering if I would use it enough to justify the cost. I shouldn’t have waited. This is an amazing camera and one that will keep me happy for a long, long time.

Canon Power Shot SX101S
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized ZoomThis camera showed itself to be hardy, reasonably weather resistant, capable of numerous actions that I never used before. It does not take B&W, but changes a color shot into B&W. 20x is a little far for it, or for me to keep it really stable. Fine for views, but not as good for birds, which turn out to be fuzzy at that distance. It worked hard for me and did an excellent job within my parameters. I would recommend it for any sincere but not into changing lenses photographer. It does not collect dust inside! I am still learning all the things it can do (have had it for a month).

Top-notch enthusiast point-and-shoot
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Much has been said in earlier reviews so I’ll limit my review to subjective feedback. This is my 7th digital camera, including use of a Canon XSi. I’ve had limited shooting opportunities with this so far, but am VERY impressed with how capable it is. I’ve shot several shots now at the full 20x zoom and am very surprised by the high level of detail captured by this lens (see sample photo of a shore bird on the beach). Video quality is likewise superb and is one reason that this is my take-everywhere camera. The fact that it has a hotshoe allowing you to add a pro-level flash (e.g. 430EX) adds to the versatility of this camera. Also appreciated is the swivel LCD. This is a carry-over from older models. Few cameras offer this now. For most shooting, I prefer the optical viewfinder, but you’ll be surprised how many uses you find for an LCD like this.

Is this camera for you? That all depends on what you’ll do with the camera. The zoom feature (including wide angle), combined with excellent image quality, is really what pushes this camera over the top for me. There is very little you cannot do with this camera. The downside is that it is not a pocketable camera. It is fairly large and heavy. But if you don’t mind the bulk, the camera will reward you with some great shots and video. It is worth a serious look.

I AM A BELIEVER!!!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I have owned 3 Sony Cybershots H1,H5 and H9 prior to my purchase of my Canon today. I was about to purchase the new H50 and decided that the quality, the functions, extra shooting modes and 20x zoom were the clinching factors in my switch.I have only shot about 100 pictures i am seriously happy as a novice photographer. Incidentally the lens cap can be attached to the neck strap.

Big Zoom disappointing pictures
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Am I the only one that noticed the picture quality looks overexposed with little detail nor proper color levels. I’d try and find a S5IS which is a superior camera in regards to picture quality. I think the advantages of the “super zoom” are also part of the downfall. Looking through a tunnel, and you’ll get pictures that reflect this aspect.

Take your time and look at the picture samples taken from the S5IS versus the XS10IS – base your decision on your taste, not what you read.

I am not a professional photographer, however, I take professional shots with this camera.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I highly recommend this camera. I purchased it just before my trip to the Pro Bowl in Hawaii this year. The camera really rocks. Easy to use, plus it takes great shots.

Great camera !!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This camera is amazing. If you want to have 20X optical zoom and zero cm for macro this should be your camera of choice. I am using digital cameras for 15 years now and had the first Canon “pro90 IS” which was 10X optical zoom and I must say that this one is state of the art at the moment.

Pictures are in high quality and Image Stabilizer works great.

I added UV filter to keep the lens from scratches.

I recommend this camera as additional to your compact camera.

very good camera!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
It was really hard to choose between this camera and a more expensive DSLR ….and all that entails…but I wish i’d made the jump…

But that’s just my personal take…

This is without doubt a great camera, with features galore for the enthusiast.

Or those willing to become one…:)

The main reason for my purchase, beside the manual controls…

is the great swiveling LCD…once you’ve used one you don’t want go back (sort of like dial-up vs cable

And there’s that big zoom lens…

Most folks will find the wide angle more useful than extreme zoom, but the long zoom is fun to play with.

It’s an excellent camera…you just have to learn how take advantage of it’s strength’s

and you will experience a learning curve…it’s one you will HAVE to play with, read the user guide, refer to frequently… and then perhaps love to play with

It is a a great feature-packed, photography enthusiast imaging tool that produces excellent images, and it FEELS like a real camera, solidly built

The features and price points sort of blur when you can get a camera like this with so many features and control options versus a DSLR…

with a better sensor…that is a consideration, indeed…$

otherwise,it’s a good buy IMHO!

I think the SX10 offers an outstanding value for photographers that want extended control over the camera, and are willing to put some time and effort learning how to do so…without breaking the bank…

but there’s that darn DSLR looming….

Bottom line,

I love this camera,

not everyone will,

it loves to have it’s buttons pushed, just so you know where YOU are…

or where to lead you..

And you must read/refer to the manual

It’s definitely not a point&shoot except on A

upgrade to better digital camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I wanted to upgrade from my not-too-old digital camera to one that had a super zoom on it. I had spoke to various folks at camera stores, and they ALL recommended this camera. I have not used it a lot, and there is a big manual to read, but so far, I am enjoying the expermentation. I definitely recommend reading the manual as it gives you some fine tips on taking different types of photos. A little heavy, but the zoom makes up for it. I plan to take photos at my daughter’s wedding.

Super Camera – Super Seller – Great Buying Experience
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this for my son for Christmas to take on a trip to South America. I had done my research and knew it was a great camera.

My Review is about my buying experience not the camera.

I went online, found the best price at one of the NY camera houses only to to told a few days later that the camera & instruction book were the Japanese version. For another $30 I could get the English version. Needless to say I cancelled.

I placed the order a second time with another camera house only to be told the camera was not available. They tried to upsell me – once again I cancelled.

I had just about given up on the camera when I went to search one more time.

This time I found the camera here on Amazon. With the free postage the cost was only about $10 more than the least expensive I had found to date.

I placed the order and had the camera in 8 days.

My son trekked around Patagonia and took wonderful shots both at close range and distance using the 20x zoom. If it is not the best camera in its class out there I don’t know what is.

The MORAL here is save yourself the aggravation of dealing with the NY camera houses which are known for somewhat questionable tactics. Just order it from an Authorized Amazon seller!!!

Ewald Wiberg

author of The Perfect Vacation: One Couple’s Adventures at Sea With and Without the Kids

I’m Enjoying This Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After using this camera for nearly a week, and taking close to 200 photos, I’m satisfied. My zoom lens works just fine, I’m getting use to the controls and reading the manual. And I’ve taken some incredible shots. I’ll be sharing some on this site soon. If you want to move beyond simple and inferior pictures, this camera is the right one. Yes, I’ve had problems with the lens cap, but that can be solved by buying an attachment for it. Securing it onto the lens is best done by just holding one end as you snap it back on; squeezing both ends of the cap creates a difficult time of trying to get it to stay on right. My lowlight handheld results have come out just fine, even without a flash at 800 ISO. Of course I’ve always known that it means steadying yourself. I’ve owned several Nikon SLRs in the past, so the weight isn’t an issue either. Only if one is only use to carrying nothing but compact digitals. I’m keeping it and can’t wait to see continued superb results. But you have to study the manual, as with any advanced equipment.

Wonderful Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a wonderful camera. I wanted to start learning more about photography with a camera that was better than just a little point and shoot. It takes gorgeous pictures even on just Auto. I took our family Christmas pictures in our back yard with a tripod on the manual setting and they turned out looking professional. Definitely a good buy.

Great Super Zoom
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great little camera…. already have 3900 shots on first one…. bought a 2nd camera as back-up.

I am hand-holding 1/8 second at 560mm, 800 ISO & getting over 50% good photos….amazing I.S. system. I frequently get good results on ISO 80 at 1/15, 560mm.

I shoot everything at minus 2/3’s stop under exposure with great results….with bracketing by locking exposure in different areas of frame.

Digital noise at ISO 800 is terrible though.

Plan on adding rubber grips in (3) different places for right hand …. camera surface is real slick. Use 3M safety tread with PSA adhesive similar to material used in bath tub strips.

Also, plan on buying the filter adapter from Lens Mate which allows full use of 58mm filters……use a 58mm aluminum screw lens cap after installing the filter adapter & filter. (available from B&H.)

Don’t believe the 1 star dummies on the review list…. I bought two of the things !!!

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Rich Barger

Good Camera for the Price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I like this camera. I was debating between this camera and 12 MP Canon SLR, and went with this one because it’s cheaper and the lens is longer. It has a nice feel to it.

Very Good Camera for the Class
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just bought this camera and took some shots. It’s an excellent one. I am the owner of both S3 IS and EOS XSi, so I can easily judge the quality of the SX10 IS. For $400, it’s definitely a good buy. It’s bigger than S3 IS, almost the body size of Xsi.

Image quality is very good, correct color rendering (surely, not as good as Xsi, however, but its sharpness is better than Xsi).

The only thing I don’t like is the EVF. When I move camera around, the view is not smooth, rather jumpy, make my eye uncomfortable. Again, for the price, what you get is a lot.

Great Camera – Versatile
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This camera is the cat’s meow! Has all the features I like–super zoom, flip screen, photo stitch, color accent, image stabilizer, etc., etc. I have a Canon xSI and I love it but it’s heavier and changing lenses is a hassle so I suspect I won’t be using it as much as my SX101S. It’s user-friendly and easy to learn.

Dramatic disappointment
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I already own a Canon S3 and bought this camera as an upgrade in focal length. I like to shoot nature photography. I took the new camera to Monte Vista, CO to shoot the sandhill cranes that stop over on their migration north. I shot about 1000 pictures and if I got 20 in focus it was good. Nothing in the frame is in focus in most pictures. Not the mountains, not the trees, not the birds. I read the instruction book cover to cover, studied the settings, made changes. After 3 days of shooting I came home very disappointed, packed up the camera and returned it. If you are looking for the added focal length forget it. The photos are uniformly soft which I guess is good for something, but not for me.

Review of Canon Powershot SX10IS
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
What can I say? This is the best digital camera I have ever used. For the money it must be one of the best there is.

Canon with Movie mode
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I spent a few years waiting & researching & asking others with Sonys, Nikons, etc., concerning digital cameras that would suit my needs, basic indoor, sports & wildlife in Yellowstone (all times of day & night). This camera has a lot of zoom, enough pixellation to enlarge pics w/o losing quality, and a movie mode. I had been using an old Sony camcord with a Sandisc card to snap photos & make movies, I wanted the same options with a digital camera. I can film movies and can snap stills at the same time.

Other advantages: it runs on 4 AA batteries that seem to last forever which means no battery pack (or expensive lithium batteries) to run low just as a herd of antelope shows up. Very easy to download pics into computer. It’s not tiny but it isn’t heavy or awkward. Only dowside, the lens cover is easy to lose (I tied a thread to it so it’s now attached to the strap). Price is very reasonable. Took a few years but I feel I made the right choice.

Compared to other brands that offer much of the same (except Movie mode, which few seem to have) I’d recommend this Canon SX10.

First Impressions- Canon s10is: First Update
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I have had the Canon s10 for less than 24 hours, so these are my first impressions. I will update later. Assuming you have read other reviews, let me add some different information. Specific points.

1. Comments about the lens cap are absolutely true; it is awkward and does not fit easily. You wind up dropping it frequently and sticking your fingers on the lens. This is not good.

2. After inserting the 4 AA batteries, it is very hard getting the cover correctly shut. I am guessing that it will break easily, if that task is not done very carefully.

3. The feel of the camera is great; it fits my older arthritic bulky hands very well.

4. I didn’t know until I read part of the instruction manual, that the camera has a control that allows you to vary the loudness of separate functions of the camera; shutter, turning on, menu opening, etc… PLUS, there is a button on the top left of the camera that enables you to MUTE ALL sounds of the camera if you press it as you are turning the camera on. I think this sound adjustment feature is very handy, although my poor ears have difficulty hearing anything…

5. The pictures I have taken have been very good and sharp for me. I was coming from an older Panasonic point and shoot.

6. I am really, really having to read the manual to learn all the different capabilities. If you get this camera, plan on spending some real time with the manual. For example, it is not intuitively obvious how one changes the size of the desired image from 10 to 1 megapixel. It took real manual reading to figure that out.

7. Despite my nit-picks, I am loving this camera. It is absolutely doing what I wanted. Namely giving me some really good manual and varied functions in a premium point and shoot without the expense of a DSLR.

My plan, if I continue to use this and enjoy photography, then I will upgrade to a DSLR, but right now, I have lots to learn, and enjoy with the Canon S10.

Nick

UPDATE: 16 Dec 2008

Still love the camera, but still learning. You MUST read the User Manual, and study it, in combination with playing with the camera. Good way to spend a couple of hours at Star$$s. The manual tells you specifically how to make certain changes in settings; however, it does NOT tell you when or why to make the changes. You need to study it and THINK. If you want a camera just to take simple, quick snapshots, this camera will do it, but that would be wasting this cameras terrific abilities. Spend a lot less and get a regular Canon or Sony P&S.

If you want a camera to learn how to do manual settings, like aperture and shutter priority settings, and others, WITHOUT spending the big $$$s needed to buy a DSLR, then this is the perfect camera for that.

Specific points:

1. The built in flash is not very strong at all. I will need to get a Canon external flash, probably the 430ex model, to make it as strong as I would like.

2. Figuring out how to change the image size, from 10 M to 8 or even down to less than 1 M for a 640×480 pixel photo is NOT intuitively obvious. You have to read the manual and learn that it is necessary to push the Function button while the camera is in take photo mode and then look down the list of items and choose from: 10M, 8M, etc…

3. The lens for this camera isn’t the world’s greatest. When it is dark it will only open up to 4.0 and that just isn’t fast enough; then with a low power flash, your low light shooting is compromised yielding “noisy”/unsharp images.

4. I haven’t found a camera bag that suits my taste for this camera yet; still looking. I want something that will carry the camera, an external flash, a spare set of batteries, and little nit-bits. I am sure they exist, just haven’t found the right one. But then, searching for photography stuff is always fun… I AM loving the camera, but would still leave the rating at four stars.

Great pics, versatile
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This camera offers so many options for the user. I’m able to use the manual settings to satisfy my more creative moments and I can set it to auto when I’m looking to get the quick, no hassel shot. Even handed it over to Mom (hates new tech) to take a few shots and she had very little problems. Still playing with the features, but it’s easy to use and menus are easy to navigate. The zoom makes for great printed pics.

Best all around camera I have ever owned
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
You will not go wrong with this camera. It is the most versitile camera on the planet earth. You will not believe the zoom on this camera and how well it works with the image stabilization. You will not need to carry a set of binoculars on your hike. This camera is simply amazing. Very high quality pictures at the maximum zoom even without a tripod.

Canon SX10-IS, best in its class
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After many weeks of research and reading of reviews on multiple different brands and models of cameras, trying to find a replacement for my Sony P72 which I was unhappy with before it broke, I settled on purchasing the Canon SX10IS. Checking out some review sites that showed pictures taken with the differnt cameras, the pictures taken by the Canon SX10IS were better than any pictures taken by other superzooms in the same conditions and settings. Besides good picture quality, it also has all the features I was looking for in a digital camera: full manual controls, a camera that wasn’t small and easily lost, AA batteries, and good macro and wide angle capabilities. When I was looking for the camera I didn’t realize I actually desired a good zoom capability as well. In my first actual use of the camera at a baseball game where my son’s class sang the national anthem, I found myself thanking myself for having gotten one with 20x zoom. I was able to get good pictures of him by home plate while I sat in the outfield nosebleed cheap seats. I’m loving the outstanding zoom capabilities.

In all of my tests and real world use of the camera I’ve not been let down. It performs just as well as the reveiwers said it would. I switched to rechargable AA batteries, but I wasn’t able to drain the four alkaline AA batteries that came with it, before I replaced them before the earlier mentioned baseball game, and I took about 150 shots with the alkalines. I’ve taken video and about 200 shots with the recharables and haven’t yet drained them. I do have a backup set of recharable batteries for when I really get to some extended photo sessions, but I don’t see needing more than the one extra set. I have no complaints about its battery life.

I was also very pleased with its image stabilization. I was able to take pictures at extreme zoom that I know I wouldn’t have been able to take clearly without it. I also took some macro photos without using a tripod, hand held only, and got some very clear results.

I’m glad it didn’t come with a small memory card like some other people complain about. My old Sony came with a 16MB Sony card which was all but useless, as I could only get 12 or so pictures on it. Nobody has a use for that small a card. The SX10-IS not coming with one allowed me to get one of the size I want and not have to be saddled with a wasted card.

My only complaint is that it is fairly heavy and you’ll definitely want to use the neck strap. You won’t want to hand carry this camera around for long periods of time.

I do not regret for an instant purchasing this camera. I know I would have been unhappy with other models had I chosen differently. It’s my first superzoom and with its similarity and functioning similar to a DSLR, it has me seriously thinking about taking the plunge into the DSLR realm at some point in the future after I improve my photography skills. In the mean time there are some third party add ons that can expand it’s capabilities to be more DSLR like until I decide to take the plunge.

Sorry Canon – just not quite there yet!
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Another one returned! Sorry Canon, I really like your products, but KEEP UP WITH THE TIMES for goodness sake!!!! (Excuse the rant) I’ve tried just about EVERY point and shoot that takes some kind of video, plus countless other digital cameras over the years. The HD P&S’s I’ve tried are: Canon TX1, Panasonic TX5, several flash drive camcorders that also take still pic’s, Sanyo HD1000 & HD700, Samsung HV24HD, and ALL the Kodak’s that take HD Video. Plus there has been other camera’s – too many to mention (i.e. Canon 550, 770, etc.)

Anyway, I just bought (and returned) the SX10. I really wanted to love this camera, but will stick with my Sony T500 for now (check my review of the T500 – that little baby is a keeper).

To keep it short, the still pictures are what you would expect from a Canon, but actually, I think my old Canon G7 takes better pictures. But here are the grips (I prefer the cons in a review more than the pros) in no particular order.

1) The Camera is BIG. Easy to hold but BIG. Love the flip screen – but the camera is BIG. Great lens – but BIG. I guess what I’m trying to say, the damn thing is BIG, almost as big as a DSLR. This is something that you can not just slip in your pocket and run! I guess I would put up with the BIGness of the camera if the video was better (see below).

2) Battery: some might like it, but I did not. Four “AA” batteries! I had to buy a rather expensive charger and rechargeable batteries. Come on, what’s going on here! Now adays with all this new technology, Canon couldn’t come up with a small battery that holds a decent charge! I know the Sony T500 has poor battery life, but at least the camera is small – you would expect that! Who wants to schlep around 4 extra “AA” batteries – not me! This one was my fault, I did not ever read about the batteries before I bought the camera, but like above, if the Video was better, I could look the other way.

3) Video: This was pretty important to me (again check out the T500). What is up with only the small video format when EVERY other camera company is opting for new 16:9 widescreen format? Again, my old G7 takes just as good “small” video and I can play/edit it with anything! Actually, the video from the SX10 is not all that good, except the fact that you can zoom all the way in (actually that is pretty cool), but not worth keeping it. I was hoping that even though the SX10 was not widescreen 720/1080, it would take decent “HD like” video with the new .MOV video format. Why Canon did not bring the SX1 out first I’ll never know; because then if the videos were good – I might have kept the Canon. As many other reviewers have mentioned, I just don’t understand these companies or their marketing plan. If they need any help, all they have to do is ask a few geeks like me – I’ll tell em’ an ear full!

So all in all, I’m keeping the Sony T500 – even if the pictures are not quite as sharp. That little camera is all I need – “right now”! Just my opinion Canon lovers.

Very nice camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great camera. I wanted a great zoom lens and it certainly has that. It is a well built camera with great features. The picture quality is fantastic. It is everything that I expected.

Downloading pictures is a bit more cumbersome than with my old Kodak camera, however.

Be patient and experience the learning curve
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The camera is awesome! The flexibility to allow for a wide range of ‘modes’ is exceptional and not found on most point and shoot cameras. There is a learning curve for those of us who have not had a Cannon digital but given time I have managed to become capable of using quite a few different modes.

Patience is the key to becoming proficient and productive with this very powerful camera. Cannot be beat in its price range!!!!!!

It is defintely a Powershot + More
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
i just bought my Powershot on tuesday gone and so far so good. This camera is so user friendly it’s a crying shame.

love my camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding camera. Great telephoto and easy to use. Saved about $100 by buying online. Came fast and in excellent condition.

Canon Powershot SX10IS
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great camera!!!

The telephoto is better than expected and the low light capabilities are really impressinve. Several other features are fun, but the main reasons for my choice – long distance wildlife shots and quicker shutter speed – are great.

this camera take great shots with or without me.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love this camera! It does everything I need it to; and more. I have not been able to figure out what I’m doing wrong inabling me to NOT use the videa feature, but lets talk about still photos. And still pictures of moving things. Amazing. Brilliant! effortless! This camera does have some complicted choice you can make, that is for sure!!! I try to think of is as giving me room to grow; I expect many years of advancing skills on this one. But for now, I will just use auto, take great photos and ohhhh, BTW, the editing softwear that comes with the camera is VERY good indeed.

Canon Powershot camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
awesome camera…love taking video and pictures with ease. uploading to my mac’s iphoto is so easy. i made the best choice EVER with this camera… but then, it is a CANON and they’re the best!!

Excellent camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just love this camera. It takes great pictures and movies. And it’s easy to use, even for a beginner photographer. I would not hesitate to recommend this camera to anyone looking for a great point-and-shoot camera. I have purchased Canon cameras before and once again this company does not disappoint.

Love the camera, hate the flash.
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I’ve been very happy with the many features of this camera so far. The only let downs have been figuring out the new video format and the flash. Right up super close it seems to be OK. But if you are taking a picture in just a room in the house, you’ll want to consider the optional flash upgrade. I have not decided which one I am going to get yet. Thought it was a smoking deal on a camera, but with the flash it is getting to be more spendy.

Versatile, excellent super zoom camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I’ve had this camera a few months now and have been able to run it thru it’s paces. This camera has performed quite well in a variety of situations. Landscapes are probably it’s strongest suite with vibrant colors and sharp images. Even when zooming in at 20x the images still look respectable. It’s only weakness would be the builtin flash It’s somewhat weak past a few feet and harsh up close. I reccomend an external flash. The camera is full of features that I’ve yet to master, in fact it can be too complicated at times to use. Also, the viewfinder is digital, which is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. An optical viewfinder would of made this camera perfect. If you want the versatility and quality of a DSLR and don’t have the need for multiple lenses, save yourself alot of money and get this camera. So far, I love it.

A Fantastic Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Having previously used the Canon S2 IS, I looked forward to using the SX10 IS, and I was not disappointed. The SX10 IS is all I expected and more. I’ve looked for things to be critical of, and can only find two minor ones; the door covering the USB connector is a tad loose after first use, and the movies are stored in MOV format rather than the AVI format that was used by the S2. As my video editing program (Pinnacle Studio) won’t accept MOV files, a conversion step is required. There are plenty of free conversion programs available that can be used to solve the second problem (I use “format factory”). The 20X optical zoom, 10 megapixel resolution, comfortable “feel”, and long battery life (with rechargeable NiMH batteries) makes this a tremendously versatile camera, and it’s all there without the need for interchangeable lenses. The quality is what I’ve come to expect with Canon cameras. I recommend this camera for any serious amateur photographer, and it just might do it for beginning professionals.

Cannon Power Shot
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The camera does exactly what I hoped it would do. The pictures are awesome. Delivery, however was very slow. Next time I’ll choose UPS

two days.

Nearly There
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The Canon SX10 is an outstanding camera sold at a fair price. The highly literate nature of some of the reviews gives a good clue as to who is buying it.

I am depriving it of one star because of one inept design decision – albeit one that the user easily can remedy.

As designed, the camera cannot take filters which would be a serious defect in a camera of this class. My guess is that some marketing person did not want the SX10 to compete with Canon’s more expensive SLR’s, a marketing strategy that has been tried, unsuccessfully, by other companies in the past.

The fix is easy. The SX10 comes with a sunshade that attaches to a fixture built onto the barrel. Lensmate sells a well-made ring which uses that fixture and which holds 58mm screw-in filters. Of course, while it is attached one cannot use the sunshade, but for about $7 one can buy a screw-in sunshade that works just as well and that can be used in conjunction with the filters.

Flash is not automatic and Lens cap does not has fixture
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
The flash of this product is very tedious to set.It is not automatic.

The lens cap provided does not have proper accessory to hang it to the Camera.Not sure, if the product does not provide it or if Amazon didnt provide it.

Otherwise Camera is pretty normal and good like other Canon Digi Cams

Great Versatility!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a wonderful camera. I wanted to replace my Canon G2 with something a little better with more range. I missed having wide angle and telephoto capabilities. I stumbled across the Powershot SX10IS which provided great features: 20x Zoom and 28mm Wide Angle in one package. No need to carry heavy lenses. I went on a trip to Alaska and got some really beautiful shots including the Mt. McKinley, Moose, Grizzly Bears, Lynx, Caribou, and Dall Sheep walking the Mountains in Denali.

Caveat: The camera uses up alkaline batteries pretty quickly so I recommend 2 sets of rechargeable AA batteries. I had good luck with the Sony 2500 mAH rechargeable batteries which lasted 3-5 days depending on use. (Your mileage may vary from mine!)

Pretty neat camera, but has a few glitches.
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The photographs are fine. Handling the camera is a bit of a problem for me.

When the neck strap is attached, you cannot hit the Power button easily. However with the strap off, it is heavy and bulky to hold because of all of the batteries. It takes wonderful videos, with incredible sound when you play them back on your computer. But for the price, I think I can live with it happily.

disappointed by lack of dynamic range
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I’m sad that I’ve had this camera for too long to send it back to the store. It has a very limited dynamic range and if there is any sunlight in the picture, light-colored objects in the sunlight have no detail. If I change the exposure, the shadows become impenetrably black.

Excellent first step
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I am very happy with this purchase. I am entering into a new field, having no photography experience, and needing to take good pictures for my website, [...]. I needed “easy,” and that’s what I got. I spent an hour or so familiarizing myself with the manual. Then, I started taking pictures. It took about an hour’s worth of pictures to begin to understand the simplicity of the functions. Using the auto function created good pictures. Since then, I purchased a “gray card” so that I could properly set the shutter speed for hopefully even better indoor pictures using a couple of light stands. We’ll see how that works out. All in all, the pictures in general, really good. I just had to learn to press the button down half way and allow the picture to autofocus, which takes a second, then 99% of the pictures come out perfect. The only issue, shooting black objects or white objects. I still have a lot to learn about how to take those pictures. But, I’m very happy with this camera.

Seems Perfect for My Use
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I’m in first days so can’t give detailed report but I can say it is a big step ahead of my Powershot A620, that was a very satisfactory camera. But the 20x was a big inducement since it will help me in kind of shooting I enjoy. There are many more controls than I am used to, and it will take time to make full use of all. But I am already benefitting from such controls as iContrast. Today I was trying to photgraph a waterfall and was frustrated by a shadow in the center because sun not exactly as I would have liked. I turned on iConrrast and took the shot. The shadow was gone and the rocks it was hiding were clearly seen. I don’t think I could have done better if the sun changed position. I have also taken photos with the zoom and achieved results far superior to what I was getting with previous camera.

I think there should be threads on end of lens so that I could use filters, such as a polarizer. However, Lensmate is fabricating an adapter that will permit the use of filters. But the absence of threads is one of reasons I gave it a 4 instead of a 5.

This is definitely a camera anyone who wants an advanced non-SLR camera should consider. For me, it seems to be the perfect camera, giving me many of the controls of an SLR but without need to buy and carry lenses.

UPDATE

I have taken several hundred photos since writing my first review so can now say it is perfect for my use.

Some reviewers complain a bit about the weight; I like the weight. It weighs noticeably more than my Powershot A620, but I like the substanial feel when I use it. I don’t shake more with this camera, if anything less, and the image stabilization lens takes care of that.

Some have commented about the camera being slippery. I have not noticed that. Don’t know why, but to me the SX10 is not a slippery camera.

I am really pleased with the wide angle lens, something I did not have on the A620. I didn’t know what I was missing. Likewise the 20x zoom. What a difference compared to the 4x I was using. This is great for distance shots, I am also using it like a macro lens.

I know now that I made the right choice. I have most of the options I would have if I purchased an SLR, but at a much lower price.

The camera isn’t perfect, but no camera is. I’d like threads so I could use a polarizer, and I don’t like the wheel used to change the aperture value or shutter speed. It works, but is more time consuming than the way it was on the A620.

I like the camera so much that now I feel as thought I was nit-picking when I rated it 4 instead of 5.

It’s the best camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Esta la mejor cámara que he tenido en mi vida.

es impresionante su tecnología de punta y todo lo que puede hacer con esto.

claro que hay mejores cámaras más profesionales pero sin duda esta trae muchas satisfacciones a los que nos gusta la fotografía por afición.

The best of the best.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Have always been a fan of Canon, will always remain a fan as long as they make such wonderful products.

Recently had a chance to experience their fabulous customer service too:

Still have the PS A95 that bought 4 years ago which works perfect but had a bug (ccd malfunction) and they repaired it free of charge and even renewed most of the outside appearance. the warranty had already been expired 3 years ago. even Apple does not honor such a generous service as far as i know.

Big mistake of Canon
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
It’s Continuous shooting rate in sports mode can only reach 0.8 fps. Less than one frame per sec for a burst mode. You must be kidding me. It is a downgrade from S3 IS which has 2.1 frames/second.

Also the size is bigger.

No expert photographer, but still disappointed
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
After owning an old Sony Cybershot for over 6 years, I thought it was time to upgrade to something with a few more bells & whistles. A high zoom camera seemed to fit the bill – I didn’t have the time, nor inclination, to learn all the ins & outs of a true DSLR, but I wanted to have a few more options in a basic point & shoot with a good zoom for taking close up shots of my little guy. I did considerable research, and was impressed with all 300+ reviews for the Canon Powershot SX10IS on Amazon. I also read (& re-read) reviews from some well-respected digital photography websites, many of which gave this camera their highest ratings. After hemming & hawing for some time, I bit the bullet & eagerly awaited the fabulous pictures that this Canon would produce. I knew it was possible; I’d seen the examples on Amazon – all 500+.

The evening that my purchase arrived, I took my time, reviewing the manual (rare for me as I tend to do first, then read) & learning about my new camera. Then a test drive. Disappointment followed. Almost nothing I did – not putting the IS on continuous, not raising the ISO, not tweaking the aperture or the shutter speed, nothing short of using the flash – seemed to fully eliminate camera shake. But, I thought, it’s nighttime & I’m indoors. Tomorrow I’ll try again.

I awoke to a beautiful sun-washed morning, grabbed the camera, & started shooting pics of my 18 month old son playing in natural light. Same problems. I get it, taking indoor pictures means making some compromises. Either a little on the dark side or maybe a little more noise; things which can mostly be cleaned up by editing. But the quality of these pictures was horrible. The camera was constantly registering camera shake unless the flash was up – even in clear, beautiful, morning sun. Crushed.

I had some reasonable good luck when taking shots outside, but nothing that seemed to warrant the high praise written of this camera. My 6 year old Sony Cybershot, with only 4mp & 6x zoom, has given me reliably excellent photos even in the dimmest of light, something I would think this newer technology could easily provide. Not so. Color me disappointed.

Great camera!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I want a camera that takes excellent pictures but really don’t want to learn all of the intricacies of photography. This is the camera for me. The set up was relatively easy following the simple directions, and the camera setting is for “Auto” and probably will never be changed. I have been practicing before our vacation with all different kinds of pictures and they have come out awesome! I love this camera and will be enjoying it for many years to come!

All-around semi-professional camera.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After one month and over 3000 pictures later, I can happily say I love this camera.

The fun part is figuring out what it can do. With all the available settings, it can be a bit intimidating at first. My first photos – especially of my 19-month-old son – turned out a bit blurry.

However, with some practice I’m now catching the little guy more consistently.

Playing with the macro has been the most fun. I’ve caught some amazing photos of insects and flowers. As for the zoom, I’ve taken pictures of high-flying birds and planes, many of which turn out surprisingly clear.

My only gripe is I can’t get closer to my macro subjects. However, with the purchase of a macro lens — which I plan on purchasing soon — will fix that.

It’s also fairly easy to upgrade. With the purchase of an adapter from lensmate, I can now use filters, and of course with the hotshoe I can add an external flash.

If you’re looking for a versatile camera, but don’t have the cash for a DSLR, this is the camera for you.

DON’T FORCE A FILTER ON THIS GEM…..
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Heys guys, this is indeed a sweet camera. Great features which have been covered in other reviews already. This is to simply provide an alternative to applying a filter on the end of this unit. It was not designed to carry one as is. But there is a solution. Amazon does not allow links in these reviews since mine was removed. But the company’s name is Lensmate. They do have a website. This company has come to our rescue, knowing how important a protective filter is. So voila! An adapter which will accomodate any 58mm filter or step ring. I bought mine I also got the lens cap and a UV protective filter ring from this company. A god-sent for sure. Now lets get to shooting some serious pictures without the worry of scratching our camera lens.

Cordially, Manny from Tampa

canon camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the best camera i have ever owned. Beautiful pictures,you can easily grab and hold it well, and not worry about it falling out of your hand.

Great Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My use of this camera to date has been somewhatly limited. But so far the camera has been exceptional. All of its many features work and work well. I have read a lot of reports about the cameera being big, bulky and heavy. Well it is all of those, but I find these things to be an attribute. It makes it feel adequate rather than flimsy and cheap.One thing I am not too happy with is battery life. So far I have used only the AA alkaline batteries, which are used up rather soon. In the past I have used NiMH batteries and found them to die from not being used instead of wearing out from use. Which is worse. Your total number of shots is still limited. This camera has an abundance of features and uses power accordingly. The camera has features that are not well covered in the user manual. Trial and error is the answer. All in all this is a very good camera, and I am very happty with it.

Unbelievable
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The zoom on this camera is unbelievable. This is an awesome camera with so many features I still have not mastered! I upgraded from a pocket digital that I felt I had outgrown. I love this camera! On the downside, I highly recommend an additional flash if you intend to take night photos. The built in flash works well until about dusk.

The perfect camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My wife and I purchased this camera due to the Canon name and the long reach zoom. It has been everything we expected and more. If you are looking for a small compact camera with all the benefits and advantages of an SLR with out the weight or having to change lenses continually, you will love this camera.

Best of everthing price and performance
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
A great shopping experience. The camera is wonderful. I wish the type in the hand book was larger.

sx10iscanon
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
instruction book writen very well.takesgreat pictures.i do wish it would have a uv filter to fit it.

great camera/great pictures
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I really liked the ease of use, right out of the box! pictures are really good. It has so many options, I’m still experimenting with the camera but it’s a lot of fun!

Best Bridge Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have owned manual slrs, digital point and shoots and auto slrs. I take pictures everywhere I go, for pleasure and work. I previously owned the powershot elph cameras which I liked and found functional. I wanted to upgrade to a digital slr, but the price was too high for me at this time.

This camera does everything a digital single lens reflex does, but without the ability to change out lens. But who needs to with wide angle, macro, supermacro and 560mm zoom capability? For a slr equivalent the weight is actually lighter because the lens is more compact. It handles well. I really like the flexible view finder and how it pivots, but most of all I like the versatility of the picture taking experience. The macro is perfect for close ups. I recently zoomed in on the statute on top of the US Capitol and could clearly see the details. The video is easy to use too.

This camera does everything and at an affordable price. I enjoy taking pitures with this camera and take it with me all the time.

Good Upgrade from older camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Received this as gift for Christmas, and was excited! Been using 8 year old point and shoot and was wanting to get something nicer. Easy to use and has lots of functions which I am sure if you like to tinker then you like this one. Like the video mode and the zoom.

An expensive doorstop!!!!
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Ok,let me first say I am a fan of Canon products and purchased this one for the great reviews. This camera is awful! I was deciding between a DSLR and a ‘point and shoot’ and opted to go with the point and shoot. Even though the DSLR would have been nice…all I really need the camera for is taking pictures of my daughter. The fatal flaw of this camera is that it cannot take an action shot to save its life. Try telling a two year old to stay still every time you want to take a picture! All of my pictures come out blurry…in a series of about 20 pictures maybe 1 might be actually usable. I have tried setting the dial to the “action/sports” setting and it is no better than any of the other settings. I have also tried the custom settings to get it to work…but that kind of defeats the purpose of the point and shoot…not to mention it still doesn’t work. My $100 little pocket camera takes better ‘real’ pictures than this. The camera is nice for taking pictures of still shots…but that’s it. Not a good value for the money. Either upgrade to the DSLR or downgrade to a good point and shoot.

Great Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Canon Powershot SX10IS is great. This is the third Canon Powershot SX I’ve had because Canon keeps adding new improvements. The controls are easy to use and understand. I take wildlife picures out my diningroom window and at 20X zoom it’s like they’re right outside the window. The pictures are clear and bright. I would highly recommend the camera to my friends.

Small complains
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought this as an upgrade to my trusty old Canon S2. Based on 3 days experience, the photographic aspect of the camera is great – better than the S2 particularly the 28mm wide angle. However, I have a few little complains on the ergonomic side.

(1) The cammera is significantly larger and heavier than the S2. And it is bit of a pain since I cannot reuse my old S2 camera case.

(2) The SX10 comes with a clip-on lens cap which is pretty finicky to put on in comparison to the S2 plastic lens cap which I can easily and quickly slap on to the lens housing. Furthermore, while the S2 cap comes with a string to be attached to the camera body. That is not the case with the SX10. So I can see losing my lens cap pretty soon.

(3) The inside grip on the S2 is kind of sanded so it can be gripped firmly. The grip on the SX10 is smooth and a bit slippery. It does not offer me as firm and confident a grip as the S2, particularly when the camera is heavier. May be it will become less slippery with time.

Other than the above, good camera.

Very Good but Low light performance is a major weakness!!!
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I recently upgraded from an S3 IS to the SX10 IS. Canono has made a lot of improvements (more optical zoom, better display with more information, higher ISO, higher pixels, better face detection). The list is quite long and I must say that some additions really add value to the camera and improve the perforamnce. I won’t go into too much details as they have been amply covered by other reviewers.

The pictures are generally sharp outdoors and are comparable to other point and shoot cameras with super zoom. Without being too technical, I can say that the camera’s value for money is very good in its own class.

My only complain is the low light performance, especially the video. I tested the camera indoors during a school concert and I was surprised to find that the camera struggled to keep the subject in focus during video recording. I have never experienced that with the S3 or the S2 that i owned previously. Moreover, still pictures taken in low lights also are affected by the camera’s weak autofocusing. I was prepared to live with the conversion from the AVI to the MOV format but the low light performance is really a turn off for me.

A major strength of the IS series was the excellent movie mode with zoom and stereo sound and I did not feel the need to carry my camcorder for recording movies.

If you own an S3 or an S5, I would recommend not upgrading rt now. I am on the verge of returning the camera after christmas primarily to the Poor low light performance.

Update (12/27/2008)

Returned the camera today. Extensively tested the low light perofrmance and flash results but its not worth spending 400 bucks for such a performance. Am seriously considering the XSi DSLR as my next camera.

Great camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It took only two days for me to get the camera. This is really a great camera with reasonal price, I can try a lot of staff.

A great option for the serious amateur
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Having owned a Canon Powershot S1 IS for several years, this camera had many familiar touches. There are some differences, too, so there is a bit of a learning curve. However, the more I use the camera, the more I appreciate the changes. For example, to set the self-timer, I push a button on the back of the camera instead of one on the front top. The view finder is much more clear and the LCD screen is significantly larger than previous models – and very usable when I choose to not use the view finder. What I like about this over many cameras in its price range is that it has multiple automatic settings and it has manual settings for the serious amateur who wants full creative control over what the camera does. The ONLY down side I have found is that the camera really does not support lens filters. I have been able to gently screw the 52 mm UV filter from my old camera in place, and I have not had any problems doing so. But I can tell the few threads on the lens are not really intended for this use, so I won’t be changing filters any more than absolutely necessary. If Canon would make that one change, I would say this is the perfect camera for someone who does not need the step up – in both price and weight, as well as cost – of a full DSLR, but who wants to do much more than point and shoot.

i like it
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I couldn’t wait to get my new canon Powershot Sx10is, This is my first camera like this and I am having fun alot of the pics are turning out good, I still need to play more and learn some of the other setting. Iam having some troubles with night shots turning out blurry. went on vacation to the beach and those pics turned out the best. I love it and like I said I need to play with it more to learn all the other settings.

Great camera!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Before my new Canon SX10IS camera I had a small digital. There is no comparison. We were just at the beach for a week and I could zoom in on boats out in the Gulf of Mexico so clearly you could read the name of the ship. When you put it into macro you are zooming in at 80x when at full zoom! It is wonderful! I am only 1/3 thru the instruction manual and can not believe what all this camera can do. I would recommend it 100%!

Canon Powershot SX10IS
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
(+) Upgraded from the 6MP model, which I loved. This camera meets all expectations. Similar easy-to-use format; a few minor changes for the good. And, yes, you can see the craters on the moon with the 20x optical zoom. But I prefer using it to bring objects 6 feet away to within inches. This model also features a hot shoe for an optional flash. The Zoom-Browser software has been improved…good for maintaining files and simple photo fixes.

(-) Had to buy a lense cap tether. Sometimes the auto-focus has trouble if you are zooming in too much on close-ups. (That’s just a matter of getting used to the camera’s quirks.)

Best $300-$400 Camera on Market,Period!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the best advanced compact on the market. Very easy to use. Great results. Powerful zoom and many controls.

Great Point and Shoot
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This camera has been a joy to have. You can take great pictures with auto set and fantastic pictures with the manual controls. This is a great starter camera for the money.

Use the camera for my hiking adventures and it has never failed me yet. Camera is solid built, easy to handle and the rotating LCD screen is fantastic!

Canon SX10 IS Review
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great purchase! For those looking to get into photography and don’t know a whole lot, like myself, this is a great “gateway” camera. At the very least, it improves your regularly taken picture’s quality. Can’t say enough about this camera.

Great overall camera.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Im in love with my new camera. It has so many features i cant tell, picture quality its excelent, video quality its great.. and beeing able to shoot a picture while recording and full zooming whatever you want IN and Out without having to stop the video like in some other cameras its just amazing. The 20x zoom with image stabilizer exceeded my expactations, it works great.. i just went to a concert the other day and got great pictures and video from very far away.

I think this is the best camera on the market in its class and most of all in PRICE .

The only disadvantage i see in it its the fact that it works on 4 AA batteries wich you can solve with buying an rechargable batteries kit.

A must have

Love love love this camera!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I absolutely love this camera! I am not a professional photographer, and this camera is perfect. I am still learning all the different things it can do. I like that there is so much to it, but you don’t need to know how to use all the extras to take nice pictures. The LCD screen did get a small scratch on it already, but I am extra careful with it to make sure that doesn’t happen again. And the lens cap is easily misplaced, so you need to be cautious of that.

I am still learning how to use this camera. It is taking a while, because I have a 3 year old and a 1 year old, but I use the camera all the time.

I love it
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I simply love it. This is the best camera in this price range. A good starting point for learning about photography as well.

Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great camera and I consider a good investment. The cost was great and the pictuer quality is fantastic. What a great camera…..

Good camera, fair software, horrible manual
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
This is a good camera. I am a forensic scientist and have to take photos for a lot of my work. Overall I am pleased. It has a little trouble capturing the focus under lower light conditions. The software is not great, but if you learn its quirks, it get the job done (some menus are “concealed”- only accessible by pressing an obscure series of buttons- it you do not have the secret sequence you won’t find the menus). The manual is really really bad- Example: Hmmm, how do I operate the self timer? OK, thats in the index- go to the page- it tells you it can be operated in several fashions -BUT DOES NOT TELL YOU HOW TO ACTUALLY DO IT! Frustrating on an otherwise good camera

Canon Powershot SX10IS
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Lot’s of features for the money. I’m a NIKON person myself but I like this better than the average point and shot camera. No tripod necessary even with 10 MGP because of the image stabilizer which is why I bought the camera. It has a 20X zoom, a micro setting, a huge view screen that swivels for your convenience, takes movies with sound (3 mics). And these are just some of the features. Be sure to purchase a 4Gig memory card if you want to take advantage of the movie setting so you can shoot for 20 continuous minutes. Instead of packing up my NIKON gear I now take this camera with me almost anytime I go out. You can take very good pictures with it with just a little bit of practice so you will remember to change your distance settings to capture the “right” depth of field. I would recommend this camera to novice and serious amature alike. It’s GREAT! If there is a drawback it’s that you can’t use filters with it. To me that is not important with this camera.

A great camera, period!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this camera to replace my older point and shoot Canon because I have recently gotten into racing photography and graphic design for my business. I needed something a little more high end without going the full digital SLR route. Honestly, most people that carry around the SLR’s and 4 lenses are total overkill anyway. The shots from this camera I can almost guarantee you, are just as good as theirs.

This camera has totally exceeded my expectations in both picture quality and ease of use. The manual adjustments on this camera make it really easy to adjust settings for various environments, including racing photography. The size of the camera is perfect and I love having the flexibility of it without having to buy or carry around 10 different lenses, flashes, etc.

I have tested this camera out on all sorts of different subjects and it really produces great shots across the entire spectrum. For the money, I really don’t see how this camera can be beat. Unless you are some stalker paparazzi type of person, this camera should fit most any photographic need you have, while still being a simple camera to operate.

I find the layout of the buttons to be quite nice, contrary to other reviews. The screen on this camera is also really nice, but I rarely use it.

My only negative for this camera (as others have mentioned) is that the lens cap needs a string on it or some way to keep better track of it.

Overall, a great camera that I am extremely happy with. I have purchased Canon products for the last 10 years and will continue to do so.

What a Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
If you want a professional camera for less, this is your option, the best in the market for begginer and sure for professionals, this is incredible, i love it. Its a bargain…

Good enough just got better
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have been using manual SLR’s all my life and was reluctant to go digital. Amazon of course had the best price, but was I ever surprised regarding quality when I began using this camera. It really does have all the functions a fancy SLR does but at a fraction of the cost. For prior Canon EOS users, this is almost an exact replica. You can still manually focus and manipulate shutter speeds and F-stops. The picture quality is UNBELIEVABLE-even better than my fancy Hadsselblad. It’s small enough to carry anywhere and easy to use. Memory card is only $14 at Best Buy. The photo manipulatin software that comes with it is great too. You can doctor up any image and make it perfect. You will need an extra flash on the hot shoe if you are shooting from very far away in a dimly lit room but otherwuse the one the camera comes with does the job.

I LOVE MY NEW SX10IS CAMERA!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I couldn’t make up my mind what type of camera I wanted to purchase; an SLR or a point and shoot. I knew what features I wanted, but up until recently I couldn’t find a camera fitting all my needs. I decided that for my purposes of taking travel pictures I wanted something easy to use, but an upgrade to my present camera, a Canon PowerShot A610. I really liked the shape of the camera, which is easy to hold with one hand. Then one of the best features was vari-angle LCD. After searching different cameras I was thrilled when I found the SX10IS which had most if not all the features I had been looking for. I wanted at least 18x optical zoom and this has 20x; I definitely wanted the vari-angle LCD for taking pictures either higher or lower than a comfortable viewing level. (It sure saves on backs when wanting to take a close up of a flower and you can turn the viewer up and hold the camera down at arms length to get a great picture). It also has the easy grip like my older camera, however I find there are more buttons that I sometimes push inadvertantly, and get out of the mode that I want to be in. As I get more used to the camera I don’t mess up as often. The pictures come out crystal clear and I can zoom in when viewing on my computer and still get great pixel clarity. The finished photos I have had processed have come out close to studio quality. Recently I took portraits of guests at our Christmas party and had rave reviews of the finished product with many ordering additional prints to send to family and friends. Also, I was extremely pleased when taking photos at the Tournament of Roses parade last week.

Most electonic gadgets have more features on them then one will ever use, and this camera is no exception. Slowly, I am trying to learn more to take advantage of more features. On the other hand, if you want ease of use then with this camera you can be out taking pictures as soon as you put in your batteries and memory card. Speaking of memory cards, you will want to buy a high speed card to take advantage of the continuous shoot feature. This is great when taking pictures of moving objects. Another feature I haven’t mentioned is the great video (with sound) that you can take with this camera. Having a high capacity memory SD card helps. I always carry extra cards, but with my new 8 GB card I won’t be using the extra cards very often.

Face recognition is another feature I haven’t used before. It is an interesting feature and new tool when taking group shots.

I could go on and on, there are so many good things I could say about this camera. I really don’t have any negatives other than accidentally pushing buttons when I don’t want to. As I had read in another review, the controls are “touchy” and you have to be aware of where your “fat fingers” land.

I’m a senior citizen who loves to take pictures and have thousands of photos on my computer. I enjoy viewing slide shows of all the pictures of our travels throughout the USA and also abroad. If you want to take a step up from the compact point and shoot then I would highly recommend the Canon PowerShot SX10IS. It has features you will appreciate for taking photos both indoors and out.

Amazing ZOOM and Stabilization
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
If your pictures aren’t turning out, you’re probably doing something wrong. Small changes make a huge difference. Especially simple things like the White Balance/changing the light source. Take a picture of a cut open watermelon and watch the red heart go from auto bland to a bright juicy red. You can even set the Red in the Colors menu. But just changing the light source makes all the diffence in the world! The most amazing thing with this camera is the Stabilization!!! You can free hand all the way into the digital zoom and have your pictures come out clearer and better than they even look through the lcd. I’m constantly amazed at how stable it is. That’s what made me choose this over the Nikon with 20x optical zoom and the rest of the competition. Just zoom out in the store and watch it find and track Faces from 10′ to 100′. It even seperates the Facial Recognition pic.s when you download into it’s own file, just faces.

Just for the hell-of-it, when I registered this camera, I let CANON know that my 4 year old A75 PowerShot stopped working. It blurred out with purple vertical lines. They said to send it in and they’d fix it for free if it was one of those that got a bad CCD. Ten minutes ago the Fed Ex guy brought it back and it’s fixed!!! FREE, new CCD and adjusted and cleaned! Amazing. Just that alone makes me glad that I picked the Canon. What other company would pay shipping and fix a 4 year old camera for FREE?! NONE!!! Very Impressed with Canon. They’ve made me a loyal customer for life. They probably fixed it because I just bought this SX10IS. But, they didn’t have to. I never expected them to do this. I was just curious to why my A75 went bad and if it was worth fixing to use as my work camera. Anyway, I never write reviews, but no one’s ever fixed a camera that’s years past warranty for free and had it back in under 2 weeks!!! My next camera will be a Canon, and the one after that, and after that… When I was researching for the SX10IS, the main complaint was that the lens cap gets lost. Mine hasn’t and they make caps with a lanyard for like [...] bucks! What it comes down to is, shake all you want, your pictures will still come out butter smooth, even a mile away!!!

Great for the Money / Would Rather have had SX1 IS
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The Powershot SX10 IS is the best overall camera you can purchase for the money. Money saving features are as follows: AA batteries, SD Card, 28mm to 560mm lens. Batteries are a big thing. Rechargeables will not last forever, they wear even if you aren’t using them. When you need batteries, at the last minute, you can use Alkaline AA. For your typical tourist activities the lens will be more than enough. The SD cards are the cheapest around.

The one additional feature the camera has is the menu/picture review screen. The screen works much like the screens on Digital Camcorders. It allows moving the camera overhead and around corners or is just convenient for use when taking self-portraits on a timer. You can rotate the screen around to point in the same direction as the lens.

No other camera, other than the SX1 IS w/CMOS, combines all these features. Since the SX1 IS is currently only being sold in Europe and Asia, at the time of this review, and any warranty work would be problematic this leaves out this camera. It’s an extra $300-$400 extra the same price as a SLR, but you still have AA batteries and SD card.

The picture quality is great, the addition of full manual control, VHS quality video and a High Speed ISO makes this camera a great buy and a bargain.

awesome camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I tend to stick with Canon video cameras. I have been wanting something with high res. and a good zoom. This one fill the bill. You can get really close, takes great pics and I love the facial recognition for a timed photo.

Review for the Canon SX10IS camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a great camera. I bought it on the recommendation of a friend who has one, and it does everything I want it to. The 20x zoom is perfect the the sports mode which I tried out at the beach, works perfectly. The only thing I do not like about it is that the lens cover is not attached. My Kodak had a string attached to the lens cap so it could never be lost. This cap doesn’t and is supposed to clip on the strap but fell off. It is also difficult to attach. Other than that, the camera is perfect.

One of the better cameras I ever owned
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
It’s not a DSLR but it comes pretty darn close. What doesn’t it have that a DSLR does?

1. Well the obvious is you can’t change lenses but with such a large zoom and super macro why carry around all that stuff just to take hobby shots?

2. The sensor is never going to be as great as the higher end cameras, but it does a darn good job if you know how to work your settings and use a tripod.

3. You can’t shoot raw. Again this is for the person who likes to take photos rather than switching out lenses, cleaning innards of the body, and sitting in front of the computer tweaking all day.

That being said if you’re looking for a more “professional camera” go for the new Rebel (I believe the new one has live view that the older models don’t and that is a real plus.)

Okay so shooting at anything above 400ISO gets noisy. My solution – use a tripod for longer exposures at a lower ISO or use flash when possible.

The zoom is great and though you do lose some quality there is an image stabalizer, you will get shake — again use a tripod or monopod.

The thing is so easy to use, I never even read the instruction manual. It’s all right there on the camera, you just have to play around with it.

Burst mode is kinda slow, but again it’s under $400 camera — there are going to be some trade offs for the all-in-one-point-and-shoot.

USE the scene settings, they are marvelous, and can actually help train you on how to set the camera manually. The indoor mode is fantastic at setting the white balance.

The best situation for any camera is lots of light so expect noise, blur etc in darker settings. Get yourself a flash — Speedlite 430ex or better if you have the cash. I am still waiting for mine, but if you like to bounce flash off the wall behind you do some more research on it. Get a diffuser and/or bounce the crap out of it. Experiment and play. Once you learn the camera and its nuances, you will be able to get the most out of it.

Spend the money and get a fast memory card with a lot of space.

This camera is now my baby and I have used the Olympus Camedia 3.2 MP for quite some time and I have taken a lot of great photos with it. I had the older rebel, hated that it didn’t have live view and didn’t have the money to buy fast telephoto lenses. Sold it. I recommend you keep yours if you have one though… they are great cameras.

I will be shooting intimate events (baby showers, small weddings, birthday and holiday parties) with this one and using my friend’s rebel as a backup. LOL imagine that!!? I figure I can make some of my cash back maybe even enough to get the new rebel.

If you want something that is easy to use, has a great zoom lens, takes great photos and is under $400, this is the camera for you. It’s a canon and the resale value should stick should you want to upgrade in a year.

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canon sx10IS
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I only have this camera for less than 1 month and only used it once. So far, it gave me excellent pictures. I have to learn more about it before I could give it a higher rating

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Excellent choice!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Excellent camera and is the best I’ve ever bought. This camera has brought my photography to a whole new level.

Caution is the word for this camera
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
You get what you pay for, and I evidently down-sized in some unanticipated ways from a Panasonic FZ-50 to this Canon, hoping for the added benefit of the extra zoom. Just beware of this camera’s limited capabilities in low light – and without bright light – the problem of uncertainty of focus at maximum zoom. When you change the ISO to 200, you pick up discernible noise, inapparent when you check you pictures on the LCD. I should add that the “wheel” which manages ISO and other changes is cheaply made and awkward to use and that both the view finder and the LCD are – frankly – not quality. By the way, the video button, which is easy to get to, is in fact awkward to use and I find I have to push down. I will say I have no problem with the rechargeable battery solution – though its a nuisance – and an obvious way of Canon controlling costs. Do know I spent much less for this camera than for the Panasonic when it first came out, so I understand I got what I paid for. There are some interesting bells and whistles, but these compensate for the shortcomings in the basics. My hunch is that this is the case with the SI 20 as well. But with any luck Canon won’t have me as a consumer again.

I love this camera!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I want to preface and say that I am not a professional photographer, but an amateur amateur photographer. I like to take quality pictures without having to go thru alot of hassle. My previous camera was a Kodak Easyshare C875, which is a great camera and allowed me to take some pretty awesome shots…but I knew i was ready for more. I take my friends’ kids’ pictures in every season…again, its really just for practice for me, and she reaps the benefit.

So I do my homework and read reviews on this camera, and pretty much everyone who uses it likes it. I get it in my hands finally and i LOVE the way it feels….it is a little bulky, but I like the weight in my hands. I love the swing out LCD screen, which also doubles as a protective measure for it too. The pictures I have taken so far with this camera have been of amazing quality, and print out fantastic. I like that this camera is great for people of all abilities too….as I learn more about photography, I can do more with the camera. But someone could even “point and click” with this camera too. I cant wait to be able to get more out of this camera. I love it!

Fantastic Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just received this camera after months of research.I narrowed it down between the sx10 and the fx28. I now know I made the right decision with the sx10. Any bad reviews on this product can only be for three reasons.

they are canon haters, they dont know how to operate the camera, or they received a defective camera. This camera focuses spot on quickly in light or dark areas.The picture quality is close to dslr quality. The movie mode is as good as my sony digital handy cam.The camera feels great in your hands and there are so many options that it is a great camera for photo enthusiasts. It is also a great point and shoot camera if you dont want to get into all of the options. The purple fringing everybody talks about is absent on regular size prints. If you blow them up the pictures look beautiful, with vivid scrumptious quality. If you purchase this camera make sure you buy the 4000 leather case made by canon for it. they go well togeather. Like I said dont listen to the negative feed back. True it doesnt have raw, But I know it will be available on wiki soon for a download. Dont hesitate get it now Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoomyou wont be disappointed.

Canon Powershot SX10IS Digital Camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Quick delivery! I’m still learning how to navigate the menu options. It’s very different from from Kodak Easy Share, which seemed more user friendly. Love the video option.

best ever
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
if you want a camera thats not too big and not too small then get this one. it is the BEST ever! it takes out-of-this-world pictures and high quality videos. this camera can meet all of your photography needs. it even takes great pictures at night. it may be a little on the pricey side, but it is well worth it. trust me and just get it.

Great Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have been using digital cameras for a while now, & I am impressed with this one. I am a “use to learn” type of person, so I am enjoying finding new options on my camera as I go. I occasionally review my manual if there is something I must know right away, but all in all I really am enjoying learning my way around this camera.

What a great camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
First let me say I am not any kind of photography expert. I have owned a 35mm Canon rebel and a Minolta SLR. The rebel took decent pictures but the Minolta was terrible. So needless to say I never really learned to use them. I was alway a Point and SHoot gal. This camera takes AMAZING pictures straight out of the box. THe large zoom really focuses well. I still haven’t taken the time to learn about all the features but so far I am loving this camera.

Powershot
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The first Powershot I got was DOA…Amazon was lightning quick about replacing it and the 2nd one was far better EXCEPT PLAN on replacing the batteries IMMEDIATELY! I am still learning the immense capabilities of this camera and love that I can take movies as well as still shots.

Canon SX10 IS Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Purchased this camera as a gift and checked it out first. The first camera had some defects and I returned it. Amazon was great in their response, had the replacement shipped before I could return the original unit. Second camera was terrific. Felt good to operate, and focusing and shutter release responses were great. Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Excellent product and terrific service from Amazon. Joseph G Shimandle

Love it – but purple fringe still there
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I adored my old Canon S2 IS so much that when it got dropped in the ocean there was really no question about replacing it with another Canon superzoom. I take a lot of wildlife pix, and the availability of a 560mm lens in a small, light, inexpensive package made the selection of my new SX10 IS pretty much a no-brainer.

The trick new features like evaluative color balance and the histogram-in-viewfinder are easy and intuitive to use, but it’s that incredible lens that really makes the package. It’s not perfect – any lens that’s so compact has to have some chromatic aberration: there’s purple fringing visible in high-contrast areas of the images. It all depends on how closely you look, and how picky you are. But it’s a fair trade, considering that the long lens allows me to capture images that I couldn’t even consider with the average DSLR. Not to mention that the size, weight, and cost of DSLR’s means that they stay home on most casual outings.

Go ahead and price a stabilized 500mm lens for your SLR, and after you recover from fainting, you’ll appreciate how much this little guy offers for the price. Amazingly, I paid exactly the same for my new SX10 IS that I did for my S2 IS several years ago.

Downsides: I miss the time-lapse feature, or “Intervalometer.” The package is heavier than my old S2 IS. And there’s that fringing visible in outdoor shots.

Upsides: 20X, low price, fast & intuitive controls, and zero shutter lag. It’s also nice to use SD cards and AA batteries.

Easy to learn in a pinch
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My 11-month-old Olympus died just before I was scheduled to leave for a three week visit to England. Olympus would not honor their warranty and I refused to pay nearly $200 to repair a $300-camera and ordered this one instead. Free shipping from Amazon got it to me the day before I left so I had no time to become familiar with it, something I was apprehensive about since I’d never owned a Canon but it was not difficult to use at all. I bought a 16GB memory card in London so I would had lots of space available to practice but found I really didn’t need it. I got some great shots and some very good videos of my friend’s birthday celebration with a minimum of deletions. (I also use it to take photos for newspaper articles I write.) Definitely not disappointed and I give this one a huge thumbs up for quality and ease of use and to Amazon for quick service.

a good cam
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
a good cam, don’t listen to the low light stuff, just learn how to use “M” mode. It’s a tool, and ya gotta learn how to use it, read the manual and take lots of test shots. Its big, but that makes it stable, and the view finder lets you use your head as a tripod. Vibrant color setting makes a difference, and IS set to shot makes a difference. Use the highest image quality setting, spend the [...] bucks and get a 8 meg card. Shoot with the lowest ISO you can get away with. I think my pics rival my brother’s D50 dslr in quality. The 20x zoom lets you play around and get some cool background/foreground in/out of focus shots. The stereo video is cool too. The wheel thing is fine once you get used to it, would have been better if it was like the sx110, which is also a good cam.

Perfect Camera! So glad I picked the Canon SX10IS!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Before purchasing the Canon SX10IS I did about three months of looking over reviews, going in stores to actually hold different cameras, and constantly changing my mind from Canon to Sony to Panasonic and back again. As you know there are plenty of diehard Canon and Sony lovers that have reviewed their particular purchase. I have not been brand loyal when it comes to digital cameras. I have had mostly Sony’s, a few Canon’s and some lower end Kodak’s. So when I finally made my decision to push that order button on the Canon SX10IS it was because I felt it was the best camera for me.

I was in a heated internal battle between the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 and the Canon PowerShot SX10IS. Both cameras have great ratings and reviews on Amazon and other electronic sites. One small thing to others was a big thing to me, the battery situation. I prefer to be able to use AA batteries over having to buy Sony batteries. Just for the ease of AA being handy no matter where I go. The other selling points for me were the flip LCD screen and the hot shoe feature for future use if I decide to get serious with my photos.

I have waited to post my review because I wanted to use the Canon a while before giving my final thoughts. I am by no means a top tier photo person and I do not know half of what my Canon will actually do (yet, still reading the manual as needed). However, I can honestly say the pictures are flat out beautiful that I have been taking. The 20X zoom is far more than enough for all my needs. The pictures I was taking so impressed the folks sitting next to me at a recent concert that they wrote down the model of the Canon so they could go home and order it from Amazon too! We were sitting in the middle of the arena and my shots of the singers are like I was in the third row. Not only are the pictures great because you can actually see who is on stage (unlike some of my previous camera’s photos due to low zoom capability), but they are also so crisp. A major concern of mine prior to buying my camera was that there are not too many reviews that talk about concert photos. I give an A+++ on this bad boy when it comes to concerts.

The Canon SX10IS is a tad heavier than the Sony DSC-H50, but after holding both I liked the little extra weight. When we are getting to this level of point and shoot cameras, I liked the feel of holding something with a little more substance to it.

I hope this review helps you make a decision. On a side note, the shipping from Amazon was wonderful. My camera arrived two days earlier than expected!

Amazing
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Canon Powershot SX10is is probably the nicest digital I could ever want to use. The pictures are clear and crisp. I love that you can take pictures WHILE taking videos and the features are OUTSTANDING. It is an easy to use digital with all the bells and whistles that one could hope for in its price range!Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

Best Digital Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital camera is by far the best digital camera I’ve ever had… and I haven’t even touched the surface on all the things I could do with it. It’s easy to use and the zoom is unbelievable!

Highly recomended
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I think this is an Excellent camera y highly recomend it. I am no pro in picture taking and this camera makes me feel y am an excellent photographer. The definition is great. It has an awesome zoom. Easy to use. The cons i see is it is a little bit heavy and bulky compared to a pocket camera and the pick up flash is not automatic. It has excellent colours and a good dispay even though I would have liked a little bigger one as some of the competition cameras.

Keeps getting better & better
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve been a (more or less) serious photographer for almost 70 years, and an earlybird with practically every technological advance in photography since then. In other words, I’ve seen ‘em all.

Digital is the great revolution — nothing in the past comes close to that leap forward. I migrated to it 10 years ago, have owned a dozen or more cameras, and haven’t looked back since.

Disclaimer: I’m not a professional photographer. What photos I sell might cover my expenses plus a little (13″ x 19″ prints take lots of expensive ink). I don’t have to produce near-perfect work day in and day out in a studio or on assignments. Those who have the talent and energy to do this work should have whatever equipment fits their needs. They earn it.

I, on the other hand, am among the legions who have the luxury of picking and choosing when, where, and what to photograph. I can make as many errors as I do without damage except to my ego. I can play around with subject, setting, lighting, color, mood, and all those little things that differentiate photography from cellphone snapshots. I don’t pay penalties for my goofs.

I’ve had my Canon SX10IS for a only a few weeks, but I can conclude that its value for the money is simply incredible! Whatever nits I can pick (and there are a few) are more in the realm of digging through its scores of features and trying to decide which to use; not in the overall quality, which is simply outstanding.

That said, I have to object to what appears to be an ongoing undercurrent of disdain for anything-but-SLRs that keeps coming up in product reviews. Aside from larger CCD sensors, I can’t find anything significantly better in most SLRs than in the mid-range non-SLRs such as the SX-10. After decades of lugging several bodies and a half-dozen lenses around in multiple suitcase-sized bags, missing shots because it took so long to screw everything together, while paying many thousands of bucks for the inconvenience, I’m absolutely liberated from the SLR and hope I never have to use one again. The SX10’s incredible 20x wide-angle optical zoom eliminates any need I might have for multiple lenses — I’m not a telephoto zealot. The ease of use eclipses any extra features the SLR might have. The historic SLR advantage of an image seen through the taking lens has been made obsolete by the electronic viewfinder and LCD screen that see through the lens. All that’s left for the SLR is lens super-quality and interchangability, more light-gathering ability, and snob appeal. Most of us won’t improve our non-professional results much, if at all, with these technical advantages. (I can use Tiger Woods’ $10,000 golf clubs and not take a stroke off my score. But he can take my $750 set and shoot under par right out of the bag.)

There are mossbacks out there who cling to the notion that if it ain’t film, it ain’t photography; and that if it ain’t an SLR, it ain’t a camera. Nonsense. It ain’t the equipment, it’s what you do with it.

Oh, and by the way — the best camera is the one you have with you. For me, it’s my Canon SD-1100-IS that’s always in my pocket; my SX-10-IS is now the one that rides around with me in my car; while my SLRs and bags of lenses languish at home in the closet.

These are serious cameras for the rest of us. Bless you, Canon

GREAT CAMERA
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased the camera a few days before my trip to the Caribbean. I didn’t have much time to get the feel of it but took it anyway. It was quite user friendly and took out superb pictures. All my friends were amazed by the clarity and detail shown in the pics. I would recommend this camera to anyone who wants to snap some professonal style pics without having to purchase a $800 plus camera.

The product met my expectations
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This camera is very good. Zoom is very big for semi-professional cameras. The product met my expectations.

Excellent Buy
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful, amazing product. Superb results. You can’t go wrong with this one.I am no professional, but having used a canon digital box camera earlier, this is a big switch & makes you relize that you have been living a stone age life so far. The zoom is excellent. There are few places you won’t need to travel to view them, coz’ this powerful zoom will bring those things much closer to you. Even night results are great, although if shooting with subjects in front, you have to be cautious of the distance as too close or too far can make or break a great picture.

The only downside is the battery pack, which you need to change often. For example during our last vacation with a whole day road trip planned which included sight seeing, the batteries hardly lasted us for the whole day & if you are making movies, then it’ll eat it up even faster.

I would strongly suggest to carry extra batteries at all times.

If canon can replace this for a lithium battery pack, then that’ll make this unit flawless.

On the whole i’ll still give it 2 thumbs up & definitely suggest to others to buy.

I like it.
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I’d looked for a camera to amateurs, sporadic jobs, hobbies, etc. with some goodies and semi-professional works. When I saw this model, I thought that’s my camera. Now I try to know its capabilities, and let me tell you, its a lot. I’ll never imagined its versatility and functionality. I like so much, and even learn all about, because its necessary. If you are seemed as me, I recommend you this camera.

Great Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The camera has lots of functionality and is worth the price. It is a little on the heavy side but with the super zoom it’s worth it.

Excellent Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have experimented with the camera in multiple settings, each time it has performed wonderfully. As an amateur, I find the basic settings of the camera easy to use. I look forward to learning more about it. Highly recommended!!!

great camera, a little bulky
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This camera is easy to use even for an inexperienced photographer. It is a bit bulky, but has a great range from telephoto macro.

The best long zoom Point & Shoot?—–Probably is.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is our second Canon Powershot. The SX1 IS was terrific and after 25,000 saved images, the focusing gears were literally griding. (The time spent taking photos in a desert sandstorm may have contributed!) The SX10 IS is terrific because–it has low shutter lag time, excellent face recognition focusing, is solidly built and fits the hand well, 20X zoom, very effective image stabilization that allows frequent use of the long zoom in surprisingly low light, has 10 megapixel resolution and uses normal AAA batteries, We always use rechargables and get several hundred photos (without flash usage) between recharging. The swivel screen is a major aid in taking closeups of flowers, insects and small children. With 7 grandchildren and living in the beautiful Northwest, it rarely cools off!

As close to professional as you can get.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this camera to take photos of some collectible items for a magazine. The camera is simple enough to figure out straight out of the box, but has numerous features that make this camera great for most situations.

I don recommend that you read the book to get a better understanding of the uses and you will need to buy a stronger flash if you plan on taking photos that require the camera lighting from more than 20feet away.

Very impressive product
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Bought the SX10IS recently. Had done a lot of research prior to this decision as I was really conflicted whether to invest in a DSLR or a prosumer camera. In the end, given my usage, I think I made a very wise decision.

The range of this camera is fantastic. Like most canon products it is very technologically advanced and it did take some time to figure out options. It probably has more than I will ever use.

Got some good results in very low lighting and it was not as large or heavy as I expected it to be. The zoom lense is simply unbelievable but a tripod is required for really exploring the distance.

This is second camera and again a Canon. I had waited for Digital tech to reach a point where it becomes worth investing. This camera fit the price, quality and feature equation perfectly. In my view, its a better buy than an entry level DSLR.

Best in features and quality
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I upgraded from the S2 IS, an excellente camera.

To see an extensive and deep review of the superzoom cameras check this:

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If you are looking for a digital camera with more zoom than 5X, the SX 10 IS is the one. You will have 20X, Video mode in just a button, snapshot while filming, zoom while filming. Picture quality is superb, a lot of modes, like Auto, you just point and shoot, Manual, you perform your own scenario, and a lot more. If you like to make close-ups, the Macro mode is unique, you can put the object at the lens 0cm, and works perfect.

If I had to change something, I would give the lens more aperture, it comes with 2.8-5.7, I would like 2.8-4.5.

Go for it.

Danny

Canon SX10IS Digital Camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Wow, what a piece of equipment! I am still getting used to all the settings on this camera! There is so much more capability than a point & shoot style digital camera I just graduated from. One thing I do not care for is the fact that this camera does not accept filters, I am a big fan of polarizers. But, as Canon has explained to me, you correct your exposures with the editing software included with this camera. I love the zoom range, the lens is perfect for all photo opportunities & situations. This is a great camera if you like to dabble with settings and exposures like you could with the old film SLR’s. And the price is way below the digital SLR’s. If you just want an easy camera that you can pick up & shoot, this may not be the one for you. It requires some thought about what setting you need to use. But if you are a discriminating photographer, there’s probably features that are not available on this camera. It’s a good middle of the road camera with SLR body styling.

Nice design, Two non-fatal flaws – depending…
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I upgraded to this from a simpler Powershot A70 (if I recall the model correctly) that “fried” after 2500 photos on a study tour at desert archeological sites last year. I wasn’t ready for carrying and swapping multiple lenses and larger bags whether climbing through tight quarters in ancient temples or over slippery rocks and trails in rain forests. So the SX10IS was a logical move with the easy for a non-power-user interface, what was the most powerful zoom at the time for the price range, and 10MP. So far the photos have been pretty good, with only a few blurred. Colors appear clear and bright. Battery life appears to be pretty good. And I like the movie mode that runs as long as I have power or memory left. However, it has two flaws a new buyer should consider. The lesser is the very blurry optical viewer. It is only good for aiming the camera at an object and trusting the auto-focus to get the shot. It usually does a good job of focusing if given enough time for the autofocus to engage. The digital viewer works great though. The bigger issue is with the time it takes to refresh in between shots. If you need to take a series of shots within 3 seconds, forget it. Refresh rate is very slow. Use the movie mode instead. I am adjusting my tactics to get the images I want around these two flaws and overall I still like the camera. The pluses outweigh the minuses for my use. But be informed before making your decision.

A great bridge
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought this camera because it is large enough to hold on to and has many features of SLR – without the price. So far I have loved using it. It has a few buttons (diaopter) that are a little hard to use because they are small. Over all it makes a great addition to the canon line which I have always loved.

All you expect a Canon to be
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am extreamly happy with this camera, it does everything I wanted it to do. Great zoom, and Great macro. Perfect for all types of photos.

Canon Powershot -powerpooped!
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Camera failed after only 2 months of sparing use! ( I don’t think I took 20 pic’s ) Went to erase photos and keep getting “busy” signal. Would not erase. Then I took shots and camera said “no image”. I would not buy a Canon digital camera ever again nor would I recommend one.

Fantastic Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Let me start by saying that I’m basically a point and shoot kind of camera user, from time to time I get creative and do a little bit of macro photos and B&Ws but that’s it.

I upgraded from the S2 IS and I must say that I’m really happy with my new camera, it feels less clunky that the S2, the black body color is definitely nicer that the old silver and the bigger screen is a superb improvement.

The IS works pretty well and you will notice it the most at full zoom. Another really nice thing is the wide angle lens, no one is left outside the photo in confined spaces (like small rooms, or cramped restaurants) anymore.

I’ve been reluctant to buy a SLR because of the wider selection of lenses and the investment that it demands, with this camera so far I can cover all my needs and postpone the jump to a SLR even further.

Bottomline, if you want an all around camera with a super zoom and wide lens then this is the camera for you…

GOOD BUT A LITTLE SLOW TO USE THE TIME TO flash
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
EXELENTE CAMARA DE VERDAD DE MUY BUENA CALIDAD LAS IMAGENES QUE SE OPTIENEN LO UNICO QUE E NOTADO ES QUE SE PONE UN POCO LENTA AL MOMENTO DE USAR EL FLASH INCORPORADO PERO NO ES ALGO DE GRAN RELEVANCIA.

CON RESPECTO L TRATO DE AMAZON ES EXELENTE FUEON PUNTUALES EN SU ENTREGA Y EL PRODUCTO LLEGO EN OPTIMAS CONDICIONES.

DE VERDAD LOS RECOMIENDO..

good for the price
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a very good camera for beginner photographers to learn all about cameras and their different settings , but you won’t get photos as good as a dslr camera like the canon rebel xs for example , but it has everything you need and the zoom range is awesome but if youre looking for something more of a professional type i suggest a dslr camera

digital camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I absolutely love the camera. It is easy to use and takes great pictures. Gives me the ability to zoom way in without having to change lenses.

Great camera, still not SLR but close
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a great camera for a point and shoot. The zoom lens is nice but still gets blurry at times. The camera is heavy and made of good quality. The dial is similar to SLR dials so it seems to be a good stepping stone to a SLR. However, the clarity is not quite as good. The nice factor is being able to carry around one camera with the lens attached instead of having to carry around multiple lens, etc. The red eye feature is one of the best I have ever seen. I was able to capture beautiful close up pictures of flowers with vibrant colors, as well as capture fireworks scenes, and sunsets. The features are nice. The camera is easy to use and learn. Seems like a good starting point before a SLR purchase.

Rec. camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The camera was easy to use from the start. More time is needed to use all the features to their fullest. The zoom range is excellent. It is easy to take to a variety of activities, especially for a camera with these features.

Good camera quality, disappointed with video!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I purchased the SX10IS because I really liked my S3IS but I wanted the 10MP so that I could print out large high quality prints of my wildlife pictures. I haven’t had a lot of time to test the camera out, but one thing that I have found that I really am disappointed with is the new video format. The old AVI format is much more compatible with my programs then the new MOV format. Also, the SX10 only offers two video qualities, both at 30 fps. The S3 offered 5 different video capture settings. I made full use of the video mode on my S3, so I was really upset to see the changes. The 20X optical is really nice, unless you need more zoom, because you are not able to attach a telephoto lens. I have a telephoto lens that attaches to my S3 which really gives me the extra zoom that I wanted (about 36X optical), however it needs a lot of light to produce good pictures and takes up a lot of room in my camera case. The SX10 does have threads that accept a 52mm UV filter or polarized filter, even though canon won’t admit it. It is bigger and heavier than the S3, but not enough to cause problems. Both the S3 and the SX10 auto modes are a let down in low light conditions, however for the amateur wildlife photographer the auto modes will allow you to quickly take good quality pictures without any adjustment from the user. In low light conditions a tripod and manual camera adjustment are a must to get good pictures.

Conclusion: For the $$$ it appears to be a good buy for 20X 10MP camera. I would have liked to see the same video settings as the S3, especially the lower resolution 60 fps option and the cameras auto focus doesn’t do as well at full zoom as expected. Maybe I should have waited for the SX1 to get down to a reasonable price, or just purchased the S5IS.

Canon Powershot SX10IS
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve only had this camera a short time, haven’t even had time to play with it beyond the basic functions, but already am thrilled with it. Still shots of birds on the far side of the back yard are amazingly clear and focused. The most amazing is the close-ups, both still and video. After taking many pictures of a flower spider, and cropping and enlarging some, I saw incredible details that I hadn’t noticed, even with my face 6 inches away from the real thing! The translucence of the skeleton, copper-colored markings, hairs on the legs… If a camera can get me this excited about a spider, it’s got to be good!

Awesome!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The only thing that I can say negatively about this camera is that the camera lens isn’t connected some way. I just know I will lose it. Other than that, it is fantastic. I recently took it to Aruba and the pictures are amazing. I have always been disappointed in the past cameras I have bought with the zoom. I took a close-up from my balcony of my husband in the pool. It was fantastic. There are some complicated features but with a little practice, they are easy to master.

Good !
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Overall okay.

Good things:

- Fully manual controls.

- 20x zoom (560mm).

- Macro!.

- Swivel Screen.

- DIGIC 4.

Bad things

- The large amount of noise even at low ISOs.

- The low brightness lens needs a lot light.

- Many chromatic aberrations.

Best Bang for the Buck
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Canon Powershot SX10IS 10MP Digital Camera with 20x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom The Canon SX10 IS is just what I was waiting for in a Canon point and shoot camera. Pro’s are is the 10 megapixels and the long 20 X zoom. The price won’t rob your wallet either. The photos I have taken are great, sharp and clear. The con’s I have to mention is that it doesn’t accept filters but I believe a company is working on making something fit. I’ve read on line actually that some folks are using a 52 mm filter but Canon says it wasn’t made to be used with filters. Also the program to download photos to your computer are not as easy as my Canon S-2 or XTi but that is not a big deal. You will be impressed with the pictures it takes.

Best camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had Canons for years. Most recently, the Rebel XT and the PowerShot 880IS. I have loved all of my Canon cameras, but this one is the best ever. The 20x optical zoom is spectacular. In shots I took of Big Sur over Christmas, the rocks on the beach are very visible and bright even at full zoom. The movie button rocks — it’s convenient, and it lets you take still shots while filming video.

Nice Image Quality, Image stabilization, Video quality ans amzing Zoom
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is my first ultrazoom camera.

I have used in Macy’s thanksgiving parade.

Pros :

-> Image Quality is good even in max zoom, Low light

-> Image Stabilization works fine taking pic in max optical zoom

-> Auto focus work fine.

-> If you have understanding of Shutter speed and Appeture, it gives nice manual Control, if you dont know – Auto mode will take care of everything.

-> I like flipping LCD, which helps me to take picture with raising my hands it helped me take pics in too crowded area where i was not able to see parade, taking my pic with flipping LCD at 180 degree.

-> Video Quality is realy nice, and I was surprised by very clear Sound Quality which it capture with two microphones infront of camera.

Cons:

Little bit bulky.But you have to pay prise for getting alle this above nice features.

Conclusion : Superb Camera with all Nice features..!

Excellent Camera & Easy to Use
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased the Powershot SX10IS a couple months ago and am thrilled

with it. I was a little nervous at first with all the bells and whistles

this camera provides, as I’ve been using a very basic/simple point and

shoot for a couple years now. Surprisingly, I got the hang of how to use

the camera very quickly. The dials and zoom features are all right where

you can easily reach with your thumb, so you don’t miss the shot you

want trying to get the settings set up.

My favorite feature by far is the 20x zoom lens. The zooming is simply

incredible. I had been used to close up photos looking a little fuzzy,

but not with the Powershot! You can take very detailed, up close photos

that come out sharp and in focus. The sharpness is amazing.

I am glad I splurged and bought this camera.

Canon Powershot full power
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased this camera as a replacement and love it. It’s 2o x optical zoom takes you right into the action with little to no loss of picture quality.

Love it
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This camera does exactly what I wanted it to do.

I take a lot of pictures at car shows and cruise nights.

Cars are usually packed in tight or up close to a wall or fence

and with my old Canon I could never get the whole car in the shot,

but with this new Canon with the wider angle lens I get the shots I need,

I love it. Plus it is as easy to use as the old Canon.

Rich

Jack of all trades
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve only had the camera for a short time but I’ve been very impressed w/ it’s performance. From Macro shots of flowers to telephoto shots of the moon it’s done a really nice job. You sacrifice some image quality compared to a SLR but for the price it’s a great deal and a great way to capture quality images for a good price!

Awesome!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great camera! I was looking for a camera that was easy to use with easy to follow features. This was the perfect upgrade for me; not too fancy, and reasonable. This camera is exactly what I wanted.

My Favourite Camera ever
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I really love this camera. Used it for my year end trip in Dec 2008 and shot in various conditions.. Night/Rainy/Sunny as well as Cloudy condition. The results are just awesome.. specially the night shots.. though it is not very fast… but serves my needs.. zoom is excellent. I was able to take pictures of distant objects at full 20x without tripod… and pictures came really nice.. did n’t notice any blur…

one small thing I miss though.. the lens cover is not having any kind of tag to attach it to camera.. every time i take it out I need to put it in my pocket..

Absolutely worth the money!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased this camera after a great deal of research. The camera (if you take the time to read the manual) is user friendly, and takes great pictures. I especially like the image stabilization, and the viewfinder outlining the faces for proper alignment. Though a bit heavier than some of the competition, the body is solid and I believe it will last.

Super Savery Bad Delivery by Amazon
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
This review is a critique of Amazon’s change in the way it delivers items to the purchaser. I selected the super saver option and the item has historically arrived within 5 business days. Typically less. I ordered this item and it has been two weeks and it still has not arrived. Amazon needs to communicate changes to shipping policies and not let me find out by items not showing up in a timely manner. I will not order from Amazon if that is what is going on and I recoment that you purchase elsewhere.

LCD monitor scratches easily, paint wears off
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I used the Canon SX10is daily over a period of two months on a trip to Peru, and shot around 600 images during that time. I would call this “normal” use. The LCD monitor on my camera appears to have an anti-reflective coating which resists fingerprints. The coating on the LCD monitor on my camera wore through in less than two months of normal use, and it scratched easily. The paint on the “function set” button on the back of the camera also wore off in less than two months, which I considered an unacceptably short time. This is not covered by the Canon warranty, according to Canon customer service. I had expected better durability. If you buy this camera and intend to have it hanging around your neck and brushing against your shirt, be sure to buy a plastic screen protector to protect the screen, or else turn the vari-angle screen inwards anytime you’re not shooting. I don’t know what to say about the paint on the buttons wearing off, so I’ll just mention that it happened on mine and recommend that Canon use a more durable paint in the future. Otherwise the camera performed about as expected, although it went through AA batteries very quickly. If you buy this camera, also buy 8 rechargeable AA batteries and a rapid charger, and carry 4 spare batteries with you if you anticipate a full day of shooting.

Wonderful Camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
We purchased this camera to update our existing Canon S2IS just before our first trip to Israel. Overall, this camera was excellent and consistently took great pictures. I shot about 1,300 pictures, some under very challenging conistions. The menus and operation were somewhat similar to our old S2IS so there was very little learning curve.

Modes used: I shot most pictures using the “P” mode which allows some manual settings such as ISO, white balance, flash strength, and exposure adjustment. The remainder I shot in manual mode.

What I liked: The old S2IS often took a long time to lock focus. This camera focuses very quickly allowing me to get a lot of “just now” shots. The image stabilizer, like the one in the S2IS was phenominal. With still subjects, I could consistently get clean, well focused shots at 1/8 second, and I have a slight hand tremor. Sometimes I could get good shots at slower shutter speeds. This really helped indoors where flashes were not permitted, or the subjects were distant. It also helped a lot at night. Another huge feature is the range of the lens. It goes from slightly telephoto at 28mm to 560 mm (20X zoom). I was able to get shots of things I could hardly see with my naked eye. I was also able to get close ups at great distance. Many of my best shots were at high zoom. With dslr’s you often have to change lenses and these shots would have been missed. The manual settings were generally easy to use and really expanded the pictures we could shoot. Generally, I used shutter priority. I really liked the electronic viewfinder. It saves battery power and accurately shows how a shot will be exposed. It also has a diopter adjustment. The flip out and twist tilt screen was also a help with crowd shots. The flash was strong and can be enhanced. In addition, there is a “hot shoe” for an add on flash. I did not have an add on flash, but I can see how it would be useful in lower light conditions. I discovered there is a “mute” button on the top left that suppresses all noise. This is handy when you can’t be obtrusive. To turn sounds back on, you have to go into the menu. Battery life was also very good. I used rechargable nmh batteries that when fully charged would handle the almost 200 shots per day without indicating much use on the battery level indicator. Overall the camera provided well focused and well exposed shots in a variety of conditions, with plenty of adjustments and clever features.

What could be better: Occasionally the autofocus would be fooled in low light or with objects intervening between me and the subject. I would revert to the manual focus mode, but it was a little awkward to use. In shutter priority mode, you spin a wheel on the back of the camera to adjust shutter speed. The change in shutter speed did not respond predictably to my thumbing of the wheel. Not a major problem, but I noticed it. In cloudy lighting (much of our trip in December) some shots were a bit overexposed in “P” mode inducing me to use shutter priority. To be fair the shots would often consist of brighter sky, and darker buildings. The camera does have several exposure algorithms to choose, but I stayed with the default. And since this is a point and shoot, and not a dslr, shooting at higher ISO’s resulted in somewhat grainy pictures. The highest ISO I used was 800, sometimes at night and sometimes in caves so the “noise” was not all that relevant to the picture quality.

I gave the camera 4 stars because it was excellent, but not perfect.

Update June 17, 2009: I have happily used this camera for family and school events since my last review and I am very pleased. I also shot an Ultimate Frisbee tournament that my son participated in and was held indoors. With indoor lighting, I was not able to capture very many good shots, even when overiding shutter speed settings and shooting at 800 ISO. I ended up taking most of the pictures using a dSLR from my son’s school newspaper. There was a world of difference in quality. The better sensor of the dSLR was able to handle the lower light with no problem. I am still very pleased with the SX10IS, its fine overall picture quality, and many features, but recognize the limitations of its point and shoot sensor.

Almost
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is more than a point and shoot and less than a SLR. Moderate wide is most useful; super tele occasionally will find use. Close to ideal for general candid travel and family photos. Limited by sensitivity for low light and high motion shots. Controls more complex than necessary for 99% of people/shots, but nice for the other 1%. Excellent value for the dollar.

Canon has done it again!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have had the S1 & S2. This is a worthy upgrade. I did not think they would be able to imrpve the 10X optical zoom on the S1 without stepping up into a SLR model…then they came out with the 12X optical(S2 & S3).

I also love the wide angle lens. I can take a picture of a group of people in a living room without stepping way back! As far as I am conerned this is the best camera you can get without going to SLR.

The only thing I am bummed about is the size. It still is the same size(roughly) as the S1,S2,S3. I guess you can’t have your cake and eat it too. How else can they pack a powerful lens in a small package. If you want a pocket point and shoot, this is not the one.

Fantastic camera for many situations
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is one of the most feature packed little cameras I’ve used. The first hint is the nearly 300 page manual. It really requires reading at least twice, with camera in hand, to get a grasp on which functions are ones you will use and which ones are of lesser interest for your style of shooting. From focus bracketing to overlap assisted panoramic mode to in camera image editing, the SX10 IS will amaze you with its capabilities. If you aren’t interested in spending some real time to learn what this camera can do for you, buy a simpler camera with a fully automated mode and save your money. This camera is geared toward the person that uses a camera frequently and can remember how to access its many helpful features. Of course, it has a fully auto mode if you want to hand it to a person to snap away for you, without having to know what every button does.

Next comes the most important reason for buying any camera – image quality. Again, this camera can hold its own. This is a very small sensor camera. There is not a camera on the market with this size sensor that is going to produce high ISO, low light images that amaze you with beautiful, highly enlarged images. You’ve got to step way up in size and money for that kind of shooting. Otherwise, the SX10 IS will really surprise you. I’m astounded by the great images I can get up to ISO 400. Even ISO 800 shots are more than acceptable in decent lighting situations.

Combined with a Canon 580EX II, you can get some fantastic flash photography. Admittedly, this is a huge flash for such a small camera, but I already had one so I use it. You don’t give up the best features of the flash with this camera. Many cheaper cameras won’t use many of the features of the high end flashes. Not so with this combination. Things like high speed sync that allow very short shutter speeds are supported.

And of course, there is the main reason most people will even consider a camera in this league, the ultra long focal range. Combined with the easy portability of this camera, the lens makes this a great camera for doing it all. You can really stretch out there with a 35mm equivalency of 560mm focal length. The camera’s IS feature allows you to hand hold the camera and still get good shots at this focal length in good lighting. The 28mm short end of the lens is quite good too.

As you can probably tell, after several weeks of using the SX10 IS, I am excited over this camera. To say it has replaced my Canon DSLR for casual shooting is an understatement. It has become my preferred camera in situations I never dreamed it would be used. If I don’t need extremely short depth of field or very high ISO, super low noise images, this is the camera I pick up. It comes as close to a “do everything” camera as I have found.

This Is A Really Good Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this camera from Amazon about a week ago. Aside from using a simple cheap point and shoot camera, I’m new to photography. I bought this camera because I wants something that took video and pictures. This camera takes very good pictures and very good video (NOT HD). I’m new and I am amazed at some of the shots I can get with this camera. I now look for shot as I drive and go out to take nature photos. I will say that you need to read the manual. Which I did right after getting the camera. There is a lot to learn with this camera. It can be as point and shoot or as manual as you want it. My dad liked my camera so much that he bought a camera based solely on messing around with mine. This is a very good camera. Check out some of the photos I uploaded for this camera. There are some aspects of the camera though that I can see that aren’t the best. The higher ISOs gets grainy, I wish it was a little faster, like to have a better flash, and I wish there was a better way to manually focus. The dial wheel that some people complain about isn’t that bad as far as I can say. I haven’t had that much of a problem using it. All in all this is a veery good camera.

Camera I Never Received !
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
On (March 18) I ordered a Canon Powershot SX10 camera from “Annattna” a Amazon sponsored vender. It is now (April 18) and I still NEVER received this item, I have sent 4 emails to Amazon and Annattna and never even got a response back. I had to cancel my order. Just a warning to all, DO NOT ORDER FROM ANNATTNA, you will never receive the item and you will have to jump through hoops the get your money back.

Disappointing
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I was a long time user of the Canon EOS SLR’s and I loved them. I say that only because readers should know I am an experienced photographer. I make this review after using this camera for about six months. I’ve had plenty of time to put it through its paces in various situations.

First let me say that I’m not comparing the SX10IS to an SLR but rather to my Panasonic DMC FZ20 with 12X zoom Lieca lens. The Panasonic is an excellent camera, by the way and I recommend it highly.

The Canon SX10IS camera has been a big disappointment. It was purchased mainly for wildlife photography. The 20X zoom works fine, but its bad points far outweigh the one good feature this camera has.

1. First the lens. The images are soft, not as sharp and crisp as the ones from the Panasonic. This could also be the auto focusing mechanism. Near, far, where ever the subjects are, the focus is soft.

2. Camera design is poor. Buttons cover every available surface of the camera’s body. My small hands just cannot hold the camera without pushing one of the numerous buttons that cover the camera’s surface.

3. I wish they had not attempted to cram every conceivable feature into this camera. More is not always better. The menu is a nightmare to navigate. No changing settings quickly to capture a bird in flight. Thankfully they left out the wash and spin dry feature but that is the only thing missing.

4. The optical viewfinder, which you need to use when shooting wildlife (especially if you are a former SLR user or if you wear glasses), is very poor. The view is fuzzy and the viewfinder is very small.

5. The camera body is cheaply made. Handle it very carefully. For example the door to the memory card is hinged with cheap material that will easily break with much opening or a slip of your fingers.

6. When holding the focus at 20X waiting for a subject to turn just the right way the camera makes a chugging sound and the image jumps. That can’t be good.

These are my main complaints about this camera. Some advice: Don’t just order this product online. Hold one in your hands, do some trial shots. Try to use it as you would in your everyday photography before you purchase it. Look at other camera models and compare before you buy.

All of that I waited
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have this wonderful camera only two weeks in my hand and I must to learn many of their functions, but until now the pictures and videos that it produces seems to me superb.

I’m very happy with this purchase and also I’m sure that with practice, the results will be better.

Nice camera……..
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Other than being just a bit heavy, this is one great camera… It takes a little time with the manual, but then you figure out a bunch of very cool things you can do, and the photos are wonderful. My wife uses it too, just points and shoots in the auto mode. I recommend it highly.

Canon Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We purchased the Powershot SX101S from Amazon and not only is the camera fantastic, but the delivery was just as good. I would recommend this camera for an amateur or something with camera experience. The photos are great, small and convienent in size and the price was the middle of the road. Just Perfect!

Glad I Did!!!!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I get great photographs right out of the box with this camera. It has some things I would like to see to be easier to use, but if I read the manual carefully, I can get amazingly good photographs. What’s not to like? Product and service as advertised.

Great Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After lots of thinking (only because I still have/had a perfectly working digital camera, although already somewhat outdated) finally decided to buy this camera, and after the first minute all doubts were gone. Compared to my old camera (also a Canon), everything is so much improved that I should have bought it much earlier. For me, the perfect combination between a DSLR and a compact camera.

Great All-purpose Camera!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am very happy with this camera. I was looking to replace/upgrade my Canon SD600 and significantly increase the zooming capability without getting back into the SLR realm. My current photography requirements call for a flexible point & shoot camera, and I did not want the bulk of another SLR system. This camera fulfills my needs perfectly. Although it’s too large to fit in my pocket, the SLR-like capabilities it comes with make up for the larger form factor. Several friends who are new digital SLR owners were all impressed with the SX10’s zoom range.

I have shot almost 900 pictures in the four weeks I’ve had the SX10, but am still learning many of its controls and capabilities. I’ve discarded about 5% of the shot I’ve taken due mainly to poor exposure or focus, but have learned how to aim the focusing points and exposure metering properly to eliminate those problems.

My previous cameras were: Nikon FM2, Canon RebelG (35mm), Canon A70, Canon A75, and Canon SD600. The SX10 reminds me of the RebelG in terms of flexibility and ease of use.

I like Canon’s use of AA batteries and SDHC memory cards, both of which are inexpensive and readily available. I was able to get a pair of Sandisk 8gb Extreme II and 3 Sandisk 4gb Extreme III SDHC cards for under $25 each during Black Friday sales, which should be more than sufficient for any future trips I take.

I would strongly recommend this camera to anyone looking for a feature-packed point & shoot that is willing to sacrifice camera size for capability.

Great Product Great Camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This camera is great!! Love the optical zoom it is amazing. The only downfall is the batteries are not lithium so it takes 4 AA batteries which have to be changed often. Otherwise great product!!

Canon SX10 IS Digital Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased this camera in Jan., 2009. Takes great outdoor photos (haven’t used very much indoors).

Upgraded from the Canon S3. I think the S3 takes better photos and is more user friendly for the every day, non-professional photographer.

I’ve had problems with blurry and grainy pics, especially if anything slightly moves. I feel as though this may be from a wrong setting.

I still love this camera! Have had for 8 months and still trying to learn the features.

I purchased the step-ring and UV filter to protect the lens, 2 sets of (4) AA rechargeable batteries. One set of batteries takes about 400-600 photos (without flash). I also purchased Bert’s photo cheat sheet and the Short Course in Canon Powershot SX10 IS Photography book.

I take a lot of cemetery headstone photos and it works great!

Still learning!

great camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The camera was recieved quickly and as ordered. I have used the camera on a number of occassions. The pictures are clear and the camera is easy to use.

All the features without the hassle
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This camera is what we were looking for. We wanted one camera with the versatility to capture everday life. This camera is great for taking pictures at a distance, like shots during the the school play or on the ball field. Without changing a lens you can zoom in on the detail shots, like a butterfly landing on a vibrant flower or fish under water. I was going to wait and pay more money for all the same features as the new PowerShot SX1 IS. I am glad i didn’t. This camera has been worth every dollar. Previously we had a sony cyber shot and this camera lacked in quality and capability when compared to this camera. No comparison! You actually feel like your holding a sturdy camera not a toy electronic device. I just wish it came with the power cable for down loads. You have to buy that seperate and Canon recomends using one for downloading.

A big raspberry….
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Not what I had hoped. I have yet to get a picture of the grandkids where some part of the picture is not blurry. I’ve tried every setting. I’m going back to my Fuji.

DIGIC 4 Image Processor has arrived
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
So many things in one relatively small camera, wow!

Let’s start with the lense. Very wide angle, careful to keep your foot out of the picture all the way to 20X zoom. Stood on the beach shooting an island a mile away and zoomed to people on the island beach not visible with the unaided eye without changing lenses. You are looking through the lense in this DSLR with diopter control if you wear glasses.

The DIGIC 4 is the computer chip that arranges pixels from the 10meg digital CCD. Even most triple priced DSLR cameras do not have this next generation digital chip yet. They have the DIGIC III (3). Want to change colors in the picture or black and white pictures with or without one color? It will take some time to learn all the composing powers this SX10IS has to offer because of the DIGIC 4 chip.

Needs 4 AAs instead of two like my other “pocket” cameras. That adds to the size and weight putting the SX10IS into a heavier catagory BUT way lighter than most DSLRs. Easy to hold with one hand. Four batteries means the right handed grip protrudes more with a nice little lip for your second finger to fit into to leaving your first finger on the picture button.

Several hundred pictures down the road with many armchair reviews in the 2 1/2″ LCD that pulls out and swivels no battery change yet. AAs are cheap and available everywhere. Won’t even bother with rechargeables because one set lasts so long the rechargeables will run down waiting to be used. Two and half inch LCD and not highly detailed but adequate. Zooming in while reviewing taken pictures nice. I suspect that DIGIC 4 is helping too.

SX10IS is not a pocket camera in size or weight. Last trip to Mexico took the 590IS which is pocket size along with this one but never used it. 20X and wide angle and other features were so nice to have. Generally I do not try to carry a camera ALL the time. Like to carry with one hand and wrist strap. Never around my neck.

Smallest quality bag that fits is the LowePro Apex 100AW roughly 3 1/2 x 4 1/2 by 6″. That is pretty darn small. Plenty of room for batteries. Too small for instruction book. Tossed the neck strap and cut the water proof bag off to gain storage. I carry bag with built in handle. Usually just carry the camera without the bag. Think I bought this from Amazon. Might also fit in shoulder bag where you carry other things.

Settings for special picture conditions like night, or action, or many many others extensive. “Auto” seems to come pretty close to compensating for most pictures. And you have all the manual choices too. If you shoot a lot of pictures in specific lighting conditions you can set ISO, shutter speed, etc then record that group of settings along with multiple others as custom choices easily selected again later. DIGIC 4 again?

Easy camera for no-brainer shots. If you are a technocrat that likes many composing elements here is a camera that offers choices you never imagined. Movies with sound and zoom, yes! Panorama 180 or 360 degrees………..or just pick it up and shoot.

I would suggest this camera is an excellent choice that fits above point and shoot and below much bigger much more expensive, change the lense, type cameras. Moms that just want a simple, small, light camera, might find SX10IS more than they wanted………..unless you want a close-up at the other end of the soccer field when your little hero kicks a field goal. It is just not an easy walk around, carry it all the time, type of camera. It is a super-power camera of picture choices that will look spectacular in you large digital picture frames.

P.S. Just noticed Consumer Report gave this camera a “78″ rating. Among all the other digital camera categories only one had a 78, Nikon D300 which is in the “advanced” section and costs $1600 before you buy lenses. No other camera of any type rated as high. Type of personal usage still determines which is best. Multiple photographing choices make up for being a little larger than a point and shoot for me.

I love this camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This camera is awesome. This was an early christmas present from my boyfriend. I took it to the Nebraska vs. Oklahoma football game. Our seats were in the North endzone and I was able to get a clear picture of midfield during the cointoss and of Coach Pellini. I was also able to get some pretty good action shots with the sports setting. That’s really the only thing I have used the camera for at this moment. If you are looking for a camera that takes really good sports photos or any photos, I would recommend this camera. Once I figure out how to post a couple of pics with this post, I’ll post some.

Great for the price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Pretty awesome camera for the price. Its really hard to find a good automatic camera with this many features. Definitely not the point and shoot regular camera. This is for people who want awesome quality.

Canon Powershot SX10 w/image Stabilizer
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Very happy with my purchase. Great pictures and when I learn about the technology other than AUTO, I should have some great photographic results. Easy to use and other than clunky, a great buy with all the features it has for the money.

Excellent camera at a budget price!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great Camera at a great price! It has very good feel to it although it’s a little bulky, has excellent picture quality, lots of features and excellent zoom capability (20X). I don’t think you can ask for anything more from a lower end digital SLR quality camera. However, to use all it’s features and capabilities do take time to go through the instruction manual.

Canon Powershot
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I think this camera is awesome, the only reason I didn’t give it a 5/5 is because you have to manually lift the flash to use it…other then that I am very happy.

Canon SX101S Digital Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love this camera. My photos are definitely sharper than what I got with my previous camera. Plus, I love the larger zoom. Its easier to get macros. Overall, I love this camera!

Great but get a back up lens cap!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I received this camera on Thursday and three days later I have already lost the lens cap, which had no tether. I ordered a compatible 52mm cap with tether [...]. Other than that it takes awesome photos! I was concerned about the weight, but that is not a problem and I feel my shots are more stable due to the weight. Lots of nice features at a great price.

Good Camera – Made my trip everlasting!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I am by no means a photographer! I picked this camera for the 20x zoom and optical image stabilizer. I have a Konica-Minolta with a 12x zoom and no stabilier and knew I wanted more for this year’s vacation. It was my 25th anniversary/second honeymoon. A trip to Africa. We went on several safari’s and this camera gave me the ability to point and shoot without a great deal of fiddling around. Although grainy at full zoom (without a tripod) I still took over 2500 pictures and at least 1500 or more turned out beautifully.

The basics were easy to pick up and made the camera easy to use right away. Low light and night shots were pretty much a bust but I have to contribute at least part of that to my lack of general knowledge of trying to take pictures in those conditions. And, of course, being a man I must also admit to not reading the directions! If any readers have tips, I would be interested – THANKS IN ADVANCE!

End result, I didn’t miss a lion, giraffe, cheetah or elephant because of the camera. The bad shots were often my inability to hold the subject in frame at a high zoom level and of course, there were many moving targets! All in all, this camera allowed me to have pictures that I will cherish the rest of my life! Who knows, before the next big adventure I might even get someone to show me how to use it properly!!

Great camera!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
LOVE THIS CAMERA! I don’t use any of the manual functions, but I love all the other options that this camera offers!

Very nice camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
You should read the more in-depth reviews first, but I just wanted to add my voice and say that this is a really nice camera.

If you are on the cusp of getting an SLR but not quite sure you want to delve into it (as I was), this is a good choice.

I really like most aspects of it and don’t have any major complaints. Getting it to focus properly in the environments I used it in (I was photographing performers at music events) was pretty frustrating at times, but once I got to know it well enough it was better. The built-in flash is fairly useless for low light settings where the subject is more than a few feet away. Also a problem with the built-in flash if you plan on using it: if you have the Lens Hood attached, there will be a shadow along the bottom of your photos because the built-in flash does not project far enough over it.

I also got this for the video capability but was very annoyed by the sound recording. In loud environments, even on the lowest input-volume setting, it will record with lots of distortion. I didn’t understand this because friends of mine have older and lower-model PowerShots and in the same environments they could record without distortion. You’d think this would be possible on the better model, but apparently not.

Other than that, a very solid product all around.

Great Camera
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this camera just in time for our Disney vacation and the camera was wonderful. It takes amazing pictures! Night shots, action shots, aquarium shots, fireworks shots you name it, it took it and did a great job. This camera has so many features I’ll never be able to use them all! I am very happy with my purchase.

Point & Shoot great pics
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought this for my wife who was frustrated with the quality of pictures of our old point and shoot camera. She wanted something that could take good pics of the kids for her scrap booking projects. Of course I’m thinking SLR, but she needs something that is simple to use. After reading all the reviews, this camera undoubtedly takes top honors.

The 20X tele-zoom and auto focus makes portrait pictures of the kids easy and they turn out awesome.

After using the camera for 2 weeks, I’ve noticed the tunneling on some modes. I’m not sure if this is caused by the lens shade, but its no big deal if you crop your pics. Also, my thumb always seems to hit the selection dial on the back. Finally, the lens cover should be attached to a lanyard on the camera. I’ve misplaced it twice, but luckily found it. I’m certain the third time, I won’t be so lucky.

Great camera for big hands, great pictures, great price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My wife wanted a new camera so we did some shopping and she liked this one at Best Buy. She has large hands and now-a-days everything is made so small and compact. She was happy to find this one and we have had Canon’s before. Did some research and it got good reviews so went online and saved like $75 buying it from Amazon. We love it. Takes great pictures, is fast, startup time is a little slow but not bad.

Excellent Camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This camera makes taking good pictures very easy! The zoom feature is one of the best features.

Great Camera, but disappointed by image quality
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I bought this camera after a series of other Canon p&s camera (PowerShot series). I was very happy with Canon for the past 5+ years using either the powershot IS or the ELPH series cameras. Lately, I had a need for extra zoom for taking shots of kids at school stages, etc., so I reviewed several ’super zoom’ cameras.

Pros:

o Zoom is great, although some reviews do not like that the camera shutter speed slows down as you zoom further out (at 20x, the fastest you get is 1/500)

o LCD vari-screen is quite helpful (as opposed to the fixed LCDs in P&S), specially when taking low shots of kids or birds, etc.

o I didn’t miss many of the automatic scene options I got used to in prev Canon cameras

o I like the ’super macro’ feature a lot. I took some close up shots of a basket of oranges – great professional focus on the near orange surface, with short depth of field, and blurred background!

Cons:

o In automode, I’m just not seeing the image sharpness in the ‘normal’ zoom range. The camera takes great shots of close-up pictures. Great details can be found when viewing on screen. But try something 5-10 feet, and the AF just doesn’t lock sharply. Same in face-detection mode, even as the face is framed well. I compared very similar shots from powershot and this camera. It just doesn’t look consistently sharp. Ocassionally I’d get one or two sharp ones, but then I’ve had to work quite hard to do that – several adjustments of aperture, speed, etc. like some very old SLR shots without any auto features.

o Images are very grainy, specially on the black colors even at low ISOs

o The highest resolution is 10M, then next down is 6M, which leaves a big gap on resolution. I’d prefer 10M, 9M, 8M, etc.

o The flash doesn’t ‘auto pop’ in any mode. I’d have preferred that in ‘auto’ mode that it pops up (like one old SLR I had), to retain the feel of a P&S when needed

o I’d prefer a rechargeable battery. I take many pictures, so what is better to carry around, a large box of batteries or a charger?

o The sport mode is disappointing! I put it in sport mode and took several pictures of birds, some of my fish in the aquarium – not a single sharp shot! Yes, I have steady hands

I’m somewhat happy with the features and superzoom and Canon’s reputation. But, I’m not able to decide whether to try another camera before returning this. Some symptoms indicate I may need to learn a few techniques, but I think at least the automode and scene modes should do as expected from sub $200 cameras! I’ve had it for a week and taken shots in many situations, and I’m thinking of returning it.

SX10IS has it all in an aim and shoot
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Cannin Oiwershot SX10IS can do everything a high end professional camera can do with the ease of aim and shoot. How easy can it get?

A Comparative Review
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I own two other Canon cameras, A Digital Rebel Xt DSLR with two zoom lenses and a Power Shot A720 IS. The DSLR is used for serious photography and the A720 for informal family pictures and things like fishing. As I am getting older I am finding that the DSLR outfit is getting harder to carry so I was looking for a lighter outfit when I did not want to carry it. At first I thought that getting auxiliary lenses for the A720 would do the job but found it too bulky and inconvenient. Then Canon came out with the SX 10 IS. I got the first one my local dealer got in. It is far more versatile than the A720 but only slightly larger. It covers the complete focal length range I need for almost all picture taking needs. The quality of the pictures is slightly better than the already very good A720 at most ranges. At the extreme telephoto end it loses some as expected. Of course it is not as good as the DSLR but how can one expect a camera that sells for under 400 dollars to be as good as one that was over 1000 dollars? I was able to get close to the DSLR quality with a little help from my Photoshop Elements.

The camera is light for what it does and very convenient. I like the variable angle viewing for odd angle shots as close to the ground and the electronic viewfinder for bright situations. The electronic viewfinder is best for telephoto use as you can hold the camera steadier. The image stabilizer works all the way out to the 560mm equivalent but I recommend taking several pictures just in case. I like the fact that I don’t have to carry extension tubes for close ups. The camera has too many other useful features to mention here. I have used it for over a month now and feel I got more than my moneys worth.

What a RIP OFF! Camera has NO DATE/TIME STAMP feature or capability! DO NOT BUY!
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I purchased this camera to upgrade from my Cannon A560 because I needed more zoom and battery capacity.

The camera features are very good BUT the SX10 is DOES NOT have the capability to put a DATE/TIME STAMP on the pictures.

I just got off the phone with Cannon Tech Support at 1-800-385-2155 and the Tech Support person assured me there is NO WAY to make this camera mark a date/time stamp on the pictures. Not only this but the Cannon SX1 is does not have date/time stamp capability either! I hope the tech support person was wrong but it appears not.

I cannot believe cannon would produce a camera in this class without date/time stamp capability! The Date/Time stamp is a very common if not universal and standard feature on nearly ALL digital cameras.

This is tantamount to manufacturing automobiles with no seatbelts or windshield wipers!!!!!

I was better off with my Cannon A560. Cannon used to make the best line of camera’s on the market in my opinion…….. apparently Cannon is taking notes from American manufacturers and throwing quality and common sense out the window.

A camera with NO DATE/TIME stamp feature that is selectible is of NO USE to me. I am EXTREMELY disappointed in this camera.

Pleased
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Like that it still has some of the same options that my S2 had, wish that download was the same but it is not that much different. Haven’t used it much, but am impressed with it so far. I would recommend it for an advanced amature.

Forget it for shooting action
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
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