Olympus PEN E-PL1 12.3MP

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.8 x 4.5 x 1.6 inches ; 10.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0035LBRJO
• Item model number: E-PL1 Black Kit

Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features

• 12.3-megapixel interchangeable lens digital camera; Micro Four Thirds format
• Includes 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 digital zoom lens; features built-in flash
• 2.7-inch HyperCrystal LCD with Live View function; Continuous Autofocus (C-AF) tracking system
• Capture HD video with high-quality audio; new "Direct Button" for easy recording
• New Live Guide interface simplifies great photography; capture images to SD/SDHC cards (not included)

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Olympus
• Model: E-PL1 Black Kit
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 12.3 MP
• Optical Sensor Technology: High speed Live MOS
• Optical zoom: 3 x
• Lens Type: zoom
• Display Size: 2.7 inches
• Image types: JPEG
• Width: 0.00 inches
• Height: 0.00 inches

Product Description

The new Olympus PEN E-PL1 is truly greater than the sum of its parts, with a surprisingly small camera body packed with technology normally found in bigger, bulkier and heavier professional Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras and High-Definition (HD) camcorders. This third-generation PEN is built for shutterbugs who always wanted better pictures and considered a DSLR, but were intimidated by the bulky size and complex interface. The new camera's simple design and easy interface enable photographers to easily create amazing images never dreamt possible. 

>> small size: I hike a lot, and want a light camera that will happily go in my backpack with lunch. DSLR's were just a little too too bulky for my taste. I really like the size of the camera, was willing to pay a bit extra for it. At some point I will probably spring for the 17mm "pancake" lens to trim it down even more. But when I have more cash.
>> SLR quality pictures: I was into hobby photography in school and got away from it when work got busy. I want the ability to take some nature and travel pics that can withstand some enlargement. The pictures I'm getting out of the E-PL1 are gorgeous, and I'm really excited about "taking it on the road".
>> speed isn't an issue: a major complaint about the camera is that the autofocus isn't as fast as on some other cameras. For sports photography, that's probably an issue. For scenery and portraits, who cares. It's not so bad that I'd have noticed if the reviewers hadn't mentioned it, but then I'm not used to using a DSLR.
>> don't care about a viewfinder - I've got astigmatism and with glasses, viewfinders are a pain. I went out shooting at sunset and intentionally shot with the sun on the LCD screen, and while it wasn't ideal,I could still work with it.

Pros
The best Olympus implementation of the m4/3 sensor
One of the best JPEG engines in the business
Relatively small and light
Built in flash
In camera Image Stabilization(IS)
Price (The cheapest m4/3 yet)
Optional EVF (A very nice 1.4mp unit but very pricy at $279)
Its available
Nice build quality

Cons
Slow Autofocus (Panasonic has this figured out. Olympus, not so much)
Missing Control Wheel slows down aperture, shutter, and exposure changes
Only 230k screen?!
1/2000 shutter speed?! A lot of P+S go to 1/4000
Locking lens is annoying to deploy and stow

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 16.1 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 0.8 x 2.2 inches ; 13.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B006K554Z0
• Item model number: DSC-W650/B

Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features

• 3-inch LCD display
• 16.1 megapixels
• 5X zoom
• Capture your videos in 720p HD Movie mode
• Take stunning images in Sweep Panorama mode-up to 360°

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Sony
• Model: DSC-W650/B
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 16.1 MP
• Optical zoom: 5 x
• Display Size: 3 inches
• Weight: 2.00 pounds

Product Description
The Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W650 Digital Camera (Black) is ready for anything--its 16.1MP resolution guarantees excellent image quality and the sharp Carl Zeiss 5x wide-angle optical 25-125mm (equivalent in 35mm format) lens gives you a true wide-angle-to-telephoto range that's great for landscapes, parties, kids, portraits, etc. This little gem will always be there when you're ready to take a picture--it only weighs 3.8 oz (107.7 g) and fits in a shirt pocket (3.75 x 2.25 x 0.75").The 3" LCD monitor makes it easy to compose and view photographs, or the superb 1280 x 720 HD video. A Sweep Panorama mode makes it a snap to produce a truly impressive ultra wide-angle 360Deg. panoramic photo, even without a tripod and SteadyShot image stabilization plus sensitivity up to 3200 ISO means you can wave good-bye to blurry pictures, even in dim lighting situations.Friends and family will love the way they look in your photos when you're using the Smile Shutter (captures a smile the moment it appears on your subject's face), Anti-Blink (waits until eyes are open to take the picture) and Soft Skin (removes blemishes and wrinkles from faces in your pictures) modes. And, best of all, the W650 will do it all automatically--just press the shutter button in iAuto mode. Great pictures and videos, no stress or strain for you.

Camera is compact and light weight. It has all the basic features you would need for great pictures and it is fairly easy to use. I was able to play with it for less than 5 minutes and have all the controls figured out without looking at a manual. The battery life seems great as I just got back from a week long vacation and after snapping over 150 photos I still have almost a full battery. I am also very impressed with how great my pictures turned out, vivid colors and great contrast.

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Nikon COOLPIX L120 14.1 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.1 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches ; 15.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004M8SVGQ
• Item model number: L120 Black
• Batteries Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)

Technical Details

• 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor for superb image quality
• 21x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens
• 5-way VR Image Stabilization System
• EXPEED C2 for enhanced image quality and processing speed
• 3-inch Ultra-High Resolution (921,000-dot) Clear Color Display

Product Description

For anyone looking at getting a decent, mid-level point-and-shoot with the look and feel of an SLR, the Nikon Coolpix L120 is by far the best choice, even with its few shortcomings!

As a semi-professional photographer who primarily shoots film (but is slowly converting to digital) I always have kept at least a digital P&S camera with me to get those "quick" shots that I can't get because of the time involved in setting up the shot in an SLR. My previous camera, the Minolta DiMAGE S414 had been getting long in the tooth and was starting to glitch. A friend gave me his Nikon Coolpix E5200 and I was immediately hooked on Nikon's legendary imaging quality. However, the 5-megapixel sensor in the Coolpix E5200 was short of what I truly needed, so the same friend who gave me the E5200 also let me try out his Coolpix L110. I was blown away with how well the photos turned out! In my quest to buy my own Coolpix L110, I had heard back in February that Nikon was releasing the Coolpix L120, with a 2-megapixel increase over the L110 and several new features. Having read the first reviews of the camera, it seemed like a sure winner, so I took the plunge on March 14th of this year and secured one for myself.

Instantly, I was hooked on it. Right out of the box, this camera is a winner! The settings, user-interface, the sleek design and the nifty zoom selector on the lens barrel makes this camera worth every penny. In the short time I have owned it, I have already taken approximately 1,200 photos with it; everything from nature, bridges, even the sun! (with a solar filter, of course). And with its fantastic 21x optical zoom, I can photograph a car at more than a quarter-mile away and be able to clearly read its license plate!

The only drawback I can see is that Nikon has left out the ability to manually control your aperture and shutter speed settings (instead, leaving that for the Nikon Coolpix P500 which I was unimpressed with). However, those small shortcomings are overwhelmed by the simplicity this camera offers. Itching to get into Panorama photography, without the need for an expensive SLR with built-in panorama stitching? Consider it done! With this camera's Panorama-Assist feature (which overlays a small portion of the image onto the screen for the next shot to be composed), and the supplied Arcsoft Panorama Maker Pro 5 software, Panorama-style photography has never been more affordable. Looking to enhance photos with HDR-like color clarity? Consider that done, also! This camera supplies with it built-in D-Lighting that preserves the color intensity of an image yet bringing out the details otherwise hidden within dark shadows. Also supplied, incase you don't want to edit your images in-camera, is Nikon's own View NX-2, which not only includes D-lighting enhancement filters, it also offers a host of other image-editing capabilities!

In short, this camera has the competition beat! I would recommend it (I have the black version) over anything else.

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Nikon COOLPIX S6300 16 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3 x 5 x 4 inches ; 1.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0073HSHVM
• Item model number: 26335

Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features

• 16.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor
• 10x Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens
• 2.7-inch bright LCD
• Full HD (1080p) Movies with Stereo Sound

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Nikon
• Model: 26335
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 16 MP
• Optical zoom: 10 x
• Minimum focal length: 5 millimeters
• Maximum focal length: 45 millimeters
• Display Size: 2.7 inches
• Width: 5.50 inches
• Weight: 0.00 pounds

Soccer games, first days of school, weekend trips to the beach...don't forget the camera! Compact enough to tuck in a pocket or purse and fast enough to be ready in an instant, the COOLPIX S6300 will capture the wide variety of activities your family enjoys. Its powerful 10x optical zoom-NIKKOR glass lens and high-resolution 16.0-megapixel CMOS sensor delivers exceptional photos and Full HD (1080p) movies with stereo sound in any setting. Catch moments around a dimly lit birthday cake or sun soaked days at the lake in brilliant Nikon quality.

The Nikon COOLPIX S6300 has a powerful 10x optical zoom-NIKKOR glass lens and a high-resolution 16.0-megapixel CMOS sensor. Additionally, it records full HD 1080p movies with stereo sound and includes features like Easy Panorama Mode, 3D Photos, HDMI output, 2.7-inch LCD, and more.

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GE Power Pro X500-WH 16 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 6.7 x 3.9 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004LB4SBG
• Item model number: X500-WH
• Batteries 4 AA batteries required. (included)

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

• 16 MP Digital Camera with 15X Optical Zoom
• 2.7 Inch auto LCD screen
• Built-in 14MB internal memory with SD/SDHC support up to 16GB
• Optical image stabilization, face auto exposure, auto scene, and 3200 ISO

Technical Details

• Brand Name: GE
• Model: X500-WH
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 16 MP
• Optical Sensor Technology: CCD
• Optical zoom: 15 x
• Minimum focal length: 27 millimeters
• Maximum focal length: 405 millimeters
• Lens Type: zoom
• Display Size: 2.7 inches
• Image types: JPEG
• Weight: 0.745 grams

Product Description

Like most people who are purchasing this camera, I have little or no experience in photography. Although I've dabbled in the arts of Skype and quick pics using my phone, this GE bridge camera is hardly in the same tier. So many features.. so little time..

Pros:
> Superb picture quality for the price
> Myriad of features packed in one
> Super ZOOM to the rescue!
> Build quality feels legit (ergo, a real, solid camera rather than a cheap toy)

I'll go more in depth with the features. My favorite feature is the HDR conversion of photos. After you take a photo, you go to the photo you just took by hitting the > (play) button. Then hit menu and go all the way down. There's an option called "HDR" which converts your photo to "High Dynamic Range" quality. Simply put, it enhances the colors of the photo, making it brighter and more vivid. Another great feature is smile detection. Press the little smiling button right next to the "waving hand" (that's image stabilization which I always have on =]). If you press it once, it will be in face detection mode. Press it twice and you'll see a smiling face on your digital screen instead. Now, press the shutter button and you'll notice it won't actually take any pictures.. until someone smiles! =D My other favorite feature is the panorama mode, of course! I honestly imagined taking panorama photos to be much more arduous but it's quite simple. You start your photo from the left then you just move your camera to the right while lining up the crosses on the screen! Those are my favorite features so far but there are much, much more I personally haven't played with such as manual mode (more for experts where they set aperture and shutter priority).

Cons:
> Probably the worst problem this camera has are the picture quality of photos taken inside. (Don't worry, the pros outweigh this problem by far)
> "HD" quality videos don't really seem very "HD"
> Wish it came with a camera bag (not really a big deal since I bought one separately but it would've been nice?/ kinda looking for more cons since it's a bit hard xD)
> Not really a con, but more of an improvement suggestion.. Maybe for smile detection, instead of having the need to press the shutter button THEN the camera will take the picture, it could be set up so that when smile detection is enabled, the camera automatically takes pictures when they smile. Also, it could be done so endlessly (meaning it takes pictures of people that smile multiple times, over and over).

All in all, I am extremely pleased with this purchase. An excellent bridge camera (an in-between point and shoot and DSLR camera) for $140 (which I believe is the most inexpensive bridge camera of this quality out there) is a great buy!

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Kodak EasyShare Mini M200 10 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 2.3 x 5.8 inches ; 13.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004FLL5A4
• Item model number: 1944685

Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features

• Insanely small credit card sized styling makes it irresistible to take along wherever you go
• The cool little mirror on the front makes framing self-portraits and group shots so much fun
• 3X wide-angle optical zoom allows everyone to get in the shot
• One-button upload to e-mail, KODAK PULSE Display and other popular social networking sites
• Take amazing HD quality pictures in 16:9 format then view your pictures in high definition on an HDTV or other HD devices

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Kodak
• Model: 1944685
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 10 MP
• Optical Sensor Technology: CCD
• Optical zoom: 3 x
• Display Size: 2.5 inches

Product Description

Great camera - we had a couple of older EasyShares years ago, and always liked them.

For a trip to Europe we bought three of these in June 2012, in different colors, for our kids; also some 8 GB cards. In three weeks, they took exactly (7,942) pictures, never using a case, just stufffed in a pocket. Couple of falls from waist level to concrete or cobbles; no apparent damage.
We had only one issue with any camera. One lost the little internal retaining clip or spring that holds in the SD card, but the camera door held it engaged just fine.
Charging from USB was handy off the laptop or supplied AC adapter; I hate AA or AAA batteries in cameras - they seem to last about a hundred shots. Best day for one of these was (312) 10-MP shots with some battery left.
The camera turns on very quickly - plenty of ability to whip it out as we were driving past something and get a good pic in time.

The totally flat "closed" position makes it easy to slide in and out of a pocket or backpack strap.
Pictures in decent light were great - inside a dim cathedral, the shutter speed was slow enough to blur occasionally. The zoom is not much - 3x gets you some closer, but better to crop later in a photo-editing program.
The panorama feature gave us some great shots of big vistas and cathedral ceilings - three seamlessly-stitched-together pix into one.
I've got no reference to judge them from a photography standpoint - I'm just a casual picture-taker to record projects - but foor the purpose we used them for, they couldn't have performed better.
Overall, the camera is easy to set up and use, and takes great pictures. For the price, it's a great little camera!

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Canon PowerShot SX150 IS 14.1 MP Digital Camera

 


Product Details
Canon PowerShot SX150 Camera User Guide [50.1MB PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 1.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 inches ; 10.7 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 4.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B005I6DVC0
• Item model number: 5664B001
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)

Technical Details

• 12x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom and 28mm lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
• 14.1 Megapixel Image Sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor
• 720p HD Video in Stereo Sound
• Large 3.0-Inch Wide LCD Viewing Screen
• Movie Digest Mode Records Video Clps Before Shoting a Photo
• 12x wide-angle optical zoom

Product Description

12x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom and 28mm lens with Optical Image Stabilizer reduces camera shake so you achieve brilliant images whether you are up close or far away. 14.1 Megapixel image sensor and Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor delivers stunning quality images. Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 32 predefined shooting situations. Capture breathtaking 720p HD video in stereo sound with the dedicated movie button and zoom while shooting. Intelligent IS automatically chooses from six different modes to optimize image stabilization for the shooting condition. Large 3.0-inch wide LCD enables easy viewing. Movie Digest Mode records a short video clip right before shooting a photo and then combines one day’s worth of clips into a video. AA battery power provides added convenience.



PROS:


Great control over the flash. If you do not like it then leave it down. If you want then just pick up the flash with your fingers. Good quality (but not great).


Speed ​​- fast camera between shots, quick to start up, etc. I like the sharper the "real time" and others zooming


Focus - very very clear. I use macro mode to take pictures of business cards and I can zoom in and view the paper hair. Very impressive, very important to me. Take pictures of letters on the wall 5 meters with zoom. I could review it and zoom in and out and read the fine print very kind letter 5pt ~!


Low light - very good even without the flash.


Screens: a large, good quality - it is NOT a touch screen but I think it's much more durable than a touch and you do not need to be touched as the controls are easy to use.


Guidelines for selection: manual selection is good.


Video: excellent quality, you CAN zoom while filming. File size is too big for my taste in HD so I reduced the normal quality. Sound is so-so / average but acceptable.

CONS:


As far as the lens is large even when closed. This is the most serious drawback to this camera IF you intend to bring a camera in front of the pants or shirt pocket. I find myself using my phone camera because most of the discomfort and keep the point and shoot camera in my pocket. It would be better if the flash has more power and high when extended.


Power key: sometimes the lens has been opened in my pocket (or try) because the button is pressed. Th key should be smaller and / or difficult to push to prevent this.


Flash - at night when I opened the flash I have seen the flash is charging message that takes a few seconds. This delays the image. Hope it's a little faster.


Overall the camera is kind of big to be a "pocket camera". However, the lens is of good quality and good in low light and has a lot of zoom so this is a trade-off. I would like it if it's rubber body. The hard plastic is slippery.


The complexity of manual settings. I think it has more features or adjustments led to this crime. I'm getting better but sometimes I stumble or fumble to set the aperture or white balance, etc. I'm not sure how this could be simplified without adding more buttons and screwing things up.


Kill the Paper Monster! - The camera has a sharp focus, and good in low light.

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Kodak Easyshare C1505 12 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 2.3 x 5.8 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B005AKRPP8
• Item model number: C1505 RED
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)

Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features

• Kodak's Share Button tags to FACEBOOK and more3
• Advanced video features
• Multiple scene modes and color options
• High ISO (1250)
• Runs on AA batteries

Technical Details

• Brand Name: Kodak
• Model: C1505 RED
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 12 MP
• Optical Sensor Technology: CCD
• Optical zoom: 5 x
• Display Size: 2.4 inches

Product Description

Share pictures effortlessly. 

With multiple scene modes and video mode, taking pictures and video you'll want to share is easy on the Kodak EasyShare Camera / C1505. Simply press Kodak's exclusive Share button to tag your favorite moments to be shared to email, Facebook, Kodak Gallery and more, all at once. Just press to impress.

Snap picture after picture on the easy-to-use Kodak EasyShare Camera / C1505. It's a friendly, fun, and very affordable little camera that makes it really simple to get great pictures—bright, beautiful, and made to share. With Kodak's exclusive Share button and the Kodak Share Button App, you can send pictures and video to your favorite sharing destination, simultaneously. Just press to impress.

Beautiful pictures, more often—automatically

Scene modes

Take great shots time after time with multiple scene modes including: portrait, night portrait, fireworks, children, backlight, sunset, sport, and bright.

 

Taking great pictures and video is just the beginning

Color modes

Have fun with five different color modes: sepia, black & white, vivid, basic, and full color.

KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology

Allows you to maximizes the photographic beauty of your images by scientifically adjusting light and colors balance for clearer pictures.

On-camera video and picture editing

Allows you to trim and convert video into action stills up to 9 frames as well as crop, picture rotate, and apply KODAK PERFECT TOUCH for ultimate sharing.

 

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Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.6 x 0.8 x 2.2 inches ; 5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B004J41T7Q
• Item model number: ELPH 300 HS - BK
• Batteries 1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. (included)

Technical Details

• World's thinnest digital camera with a 24mm ultra Wide-Angle lens and 5x Optical Zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer.
• Canon's HS SYSTEM with a 12.1 MP CMOS and DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash
• Full 1080p HD Video for exceptional quality with stereo sound, plus a dedicated movie button for easy access.
• Get high-speed shooting in a point-and-shoot camera: High-speed Burst Mode captures 8.0fps and
• Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 32 predefined shooting situations.
• Super Slow Motion Movie records video at high speeds to allow slow motion playback.
• Zoom optically while shooting video and keep footage stabilized with Dynamic IS.
• And lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings.

Product Description

This is a point and shoot class camera, if you understand that going in, you are going to be more than impressed with it. I'm going from an SD630 and hands down, this beats it. I even had an SX210IS and these images are on par with it, if not better. I had to return my SX210IS as it had issues with dust on the image sensor and I've been waiting for a new P&S class to come out. I bit the bullet on this, well, the black version Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Black) and what can I say - I am happy!

300HS vs 500HS:

There is a 500HS version of the camera, which is approx $50 more. To this point, the only differences I can tell are the LCD on the back as well as aperture priority and shutter priority, while the 300hs does not. The touch screen on the 500hs can also be used to focus on a particular subject. The 500hs also has a wider aperture at 2.0, the 300hs has 2.7.

Form Factor/Display:

Small. Awesome. There is a texture on the camera, I really like this as it seems like it will help if you hands are wet (sweat, snow, etc). Easy to operate one hand and if using both hands, flash isn't in a horrible place. Display is very bright and button seem intuitive as with other Canon cameras. Battery and SD are on the bottom door, USB and HDMI are in a covered side port. Comes with a wrist strap if you desire a little extra security.

Boot Time/Software:

Camera is ready to take photos very fast. From the time you press the button, it's pretty much set to catch the action. Time between photos wasn't terrible (about 1.5 seconds) and if you need it, there is continuous shot mode. Had no problem with the Canon software on Windows 7. I've used the Canon Photo Window import for a while, does a good job of getting photos off the camera without duplicates. I use Picasa to then manage my photo library (I skip the Zoom Browser, but it's really not bad if you want to use it, I'm just a slave to Google/gmail)

Computer Connectivity:

I didn't find this anywhere in the specs, so if you're looking, the camera uses mini-USB, similar to all Canon's that have come out over the last few years.

Optical Zoom:

You're going to be impressed with the form factor of this camera and it's 5x OPTICAL zoom. I immediately disabled digital zoom as 12.1MP + 5x Optical will get you very close to the action. You're better off digitally enhancing the photos later on.

Battery + Memory Card:

This uses the NBL-4 (again, I found confusion on this and accessories) - so if you have some of those laying around keep them as they'll work just fine in this camera. This is nice as my SD630 uses the NBL-4 so now I have 2 chargers + 3 batteries. It took my 32GB SDHC without any issues and holds thousands of images. Images have tended to be between 2 and 3mb on the highest settings.

Image Quality:

Look, I'm no photo fanatic, I don't expect the people buying this camera are. I am looking for solid images and this camera delivers. There are a ton a feature you can delve into and I'm sure they are good. It has manual mode, so if you fancy that, you can go down that path. But I'm the type of person that knows when something looks good, OK or great. This camera consistently delivers GREAT photos. I'm happy with the low light and images aren't blurry or grainy (within reasonable expectations).

Video:

FINALLY! Optical zoom on a Canon during video! 1080p brings this camera up to par with others in its class and it does a decent job. I didn't notice any major noise when zooming in and out while recording video. I know this is the excuse Canon has used in the past as to why they never had this feature. It shoots nice clips for those quick moments. This will NOT replace a true DV cam, but hey, for a few minute clips here and there, you will simply not be dissapointed.

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Canon Powershot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Camera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 2.5 x 1.2 inches ; 13.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B004HW73S4
• Item model number: A1200 (Black)
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)

Technical Details

• 12.1 megapixels, 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28mm), and optical viewfinder
• Smart Auto intelligently selects settings from 32 predefined shooting situations
• Record movies with 720p HD video
• AA battery power enables you to easily power up on the go
• Discreet Mode disables the sound, flash and AF beam for use in quiet areas

Detailed Product Description

The Canon A1200 has the features which we value most and as such, is our favorite digital camera. In particular,

* It can take wide angle photos - the equivalent of 28mm on the older film SLR's
* It uses 2 AA batteries which is great - especially when traveling overseas. In the past, we encountered too many occasions when a battery became exhausted in the middle of the day or could not be recharged at night. This was especially true when traveling overseas. So now we only consider cameras which use AA batteries because they can be purchased almost anywhere.
* It takes HD video.
* Its size is compact and can easily fit in a pocket or purse. Years ago, I enjoyed taking photos with SLR's and wore out 3 of them (the film versions). However, I missed many shots on vacation because I did not want to carry an SLR everywhere I went. The compact size of the A1200 allows us to carry it everywhere with ease. And it takes high quality photos.
* This camera does not offer as many options as some others. However, it gives you the options people use most of the time. I do not miss the other ones.

There are a few negatives. Cords to connect the camera to a TV or DVD recorder are sold separately. And it is difficult to force the camera to flash - it wants you to choose the mode and it will decide whether to use the flash. Also, this camera does not have the option to merge 2 or 3 shots into a panoramic picture. And it does not zoom in as close as some other cameras. All that said, we shopped around a lot and, in our opinion, the A1200 has the best combination of features and size.


In Still Images or 720p HD Video, Every Detail is Beautifully Preserved.
Capture memories your way as either still images or in 720p HD video.

PowerShot A1200 digital camera puts you in charge when it comes to saving your memories. Canon technology lets you capture beautiful still images no matter what your level of photographic experience. Portraits of people posing or in motion, outdoor shots in various weather situations, nighttime shooting and more: the camera handles them all with ease when you shoot in Smart AUTO. High megapixel counts let you blow up and crop your still images just as you please, with no loss in resolution or quality.
Want to capture the good times in motion? Canon’s 720p HD video gives your memories the quality they deserve. If you’ve never shot video in high definition before, you’ll be amazed at the difference it makes. 720p HD delivers stunning realism, capturing every detail with a level of clarity that, in playback, will bring you right back into the moment. Easy high definition videos from a compact still camera – now that’s value!

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