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PROS
• 10X zoom lens with image stabilization, USM (ultrasonic motor).
• Good balance between CCD size and his resolution resulting little noise in low light conditions.
• CompactFlash Type II cards (incl.
• Microdrive).
• Very good movie mode.
• Price.
CONS
• No Hot-Shoe.
• No AF assist lamp.
• Some redeye problem.
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Includes: Canon PowerShot S1 IS Digital Camera, 4 AA Alkaline battery, 32 MB CompactFlash, Interface Cable IFC-400PCU, Neck Strap NS-DC3, AV Cable AVC-DC300, Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM, ArcSoft Camera Suite CD-ROM.
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This new digital camera has an Image Stabilsed ten times optical zoom lens (38 - 380 mm equiv., F2.8 - F3.1) and a 3.2 megapixel CCD sensor. Interestingly the lens zoom is driven by a small USM (ultrasonic motor) similar to those found in Canon SLR lenses, the motor has multiple speeds and even a slow silent mode specifically designed for shooting movies. Control wise the S1 IS adds add dedicate movie record button and a customizable shortcut button.
With its super-long Zoom, amazing stability and true Movie Mode, the PowerShot S1 IS brings a new dimension to the PowerShot line. Equipped with a host of top-quality features, this stylishly compact camera lets you create stills and movies like you've never done before.
Canon PowerShot S1 IS Major Features:
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10x Zoom Digital Camera featuring 3.2 effective megapixels. |
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3.2 effective megapixels for 2,048 x 1,536-pixel images. |
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1.5-inch low temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD with variable-angle function. |
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Vari-Angle LCD Monitor with enhanced resolution for clearer image preview and review. |
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10x optical zoom lens, 5.8-58mm (equivalent to a 38-380mm lens on a 35mm camera) with auto and manual focus and Canon's exclusive Optical Image Stabilizer. |
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Digital zoom up to 3.2x magnification. |
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DV-quality VGA Continuous Movie Recording with Zoom Function. |
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1-point AF (Any position is available). |
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Exclusive Canon DiG!C Imaging Processor and iSAPS Technology for superior image quality and faster processing speed. |
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Exposure control: Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE or Manual. |
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Auto exposure mode for different recording situations (Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Fast Shutter, Slow Shutter, Stitch Assist, Movie). |
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Adjustable white balance for various light conditions (Auto, Pre-set (Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash), or Custom White Balance). |
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Various methods of exposure metering (Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot). |
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ISO sensitivity equivalents: 50, 100, 200, and 400. |
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Adjustable aperture settings from f/2.8 to f/3.1 |
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15 sec. - 1/2000 sec. shutter speed. |
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Flash modes: Auto, On, Off, Manual (Red Eye On/Off). |
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Photo effects: Effect off, Vivid Color, Neutral Color, Low Sharpening, Sepia, Black & White, Custom effect. |
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Self timer (2sec. or 10sec.) |
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Powered by 4 AA Alkaline battery, 4 NiMH rechargeable battery or AC Adapter. |
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Images saved to CompactFlash Type I or Type II memory cards (32MB card included). |
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DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatibility. |
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