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Canon - PowerShot SX130 IS 12.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Average customer rating
4
(151 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 151 reviews
5 Stars
73
4 Stars
44
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
6
1 Star
14
75%of customers recommend this product.
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151)
Customer Reviews for Canon - PowerShot SX130 IS 12.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Customer Rating
5
SX130 has extraordinary picture quality
on February 10, 2011
Posted by: DougR
from Bonita Springs, FL
In December 2010, I purchased the SX130 because it had good zoom range for bird photography, was compact and used AA batteries rather than a unique rechargable battery.
However, my greatest joy was seeing the incredible photo quality, even when in digital zoom range. I've used photos taken with this camera in newsletters and on website and have received great reviews from those that have seen it and utter surprise when I tell them what I paid for the camera!
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, easy to use
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
SO Disappointed
on February 10, 2011
Posted by: abymom
from Wisconsin
--I got this as a gift after my old Canon digital finally died.I was so excited! And then I was sorely disappointed.
--It EATS batteries - doesn't matter what kind, it eats 'em. I get maybe15 flash pictures, tops, before I have to put in new batteries.
--It is SLOW to cycle after a flash. I can't tell you the number of great shots I have missed because I had to wait for the camera to get ready again after a flash picture.
--I did find it easy to use, having had a Canon camera before. I rarely have to consult the manual.
--I also love the excellent zoom capability - it does take some excellent outdoor photos.
--It EATS batteries - doesn't matter what kind, it eats 'em. I get maybe15 flash pictures, tops, before I have to put in new batteries.
--It is SLOW to cycle after a flash. I can't tell you the number of great shots I have missed because I had to wait for the camera to get ready again after a flash picture.
--I did find it easy to use, having had a Canon camera before. I rarely have to consult the manual.
--I also love the excellent zoom capability - it does take some excellent outdoor photos.
Pros: Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, durable, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, easy to use
Cons: Poor Low-Light Performance, Short battery life
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
4
Good Compromise
on February 9, 2011
Posted by: Grumpy
from retired
First, I too, would like a hard copy manual that I don't have to print myself. Or, at least, be able to cut and paste the parts I do want to use.
However, overall, I am very happy with this camera. Huge improvement on zooming capability for wildlife. I have been able to capture some amazing photos of birds and other wildlife.
Still working on learning all the features but some I love-
quick button for video
easy preview
zoom out button to find subject and zoom back quickly
P is ready to go with your favorite settings
Low light did a decent job even at night, caught an artic fox in moonlight.
Vivid - enhances the colors on a dreary day
Delay shooting with a wink or a smile!
This camera has been lots of fun and has allowed me to capture some wonderful pictures of nature.
However, overall, I am very happy with this camera. Huge improvement on zooming capability for wildlife. I have been able to capture some amazing photos of birds and other wildlife.
Still working on learning all the features but some I love-
quick button for video
easy preview
zoom out button to find subject and zoom back quickly
P is ready to go with your favorite settings
Low light did a decent job even at night, caught an artic fox in moonlight.
Vivid - enhances the colors on a dreary day
Delay shooting with a wink or a smile!
This camera has been lots of fun and has allowed me to capture some wonderful pictures of nature.
Pros: good battery life, Good Low-Light Performance, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, durable, Bright LCD, Lightweight/Portable, Simple controls/menu, easy to use
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Great features, but way too compllicated
on February 9, 2011
Posted by: myrtle
from Long Beach, Ca
I bought this Canon to upgrade from a smaller, simpler unit.. Unfortunately, the guide book is over 100 pages (you have to print it out on 8.5X11" paper) and impossible to carry with you as you travel. Main features are complicated to use and take a long time to learn. A succinct "intro" guide book would have been useful. LCD display is difficult to see in sunlight when composing a photo. So far, my best outcomes come with the "auto" setting.
Pros: Good Low-Light Performance, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, easy to use
Cons: Short battery life, Heavy/Bulky, Complicated controls/menu, no view finder
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
2
on January 26, 2011
Posted by: Spook
I received this camera as a gift and I haven't had any of the pictues developed yet so can't tell about their quality. My biggest complaint about this camera so far is the fact that an instruction manual is not included with the camera. I want to use it for a vacation and I don't want to print out 108 pages to take along on the trip.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
3
Disappointment
on January 23, 2011
Posted by: Bug
from Texas
I have owned Canon cameras and digital cameras for most of my life. This is the 1st one that I felt like I needed to return. SLOW . Low light (even with additional flash), display of image was different thatnpicture. Disappointed
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
5
Awesome Photos & HD Video
on January 22, 2011
Posted by: TheDukeofEarl
from St. Louis, MO
Wanted a compact camera that afforded d-slr type of image performance with manual or smart auto flexibility.
This camera fits the bill nicely without breaking the bank.
The 12x optical zoom with IS, plus full creative manual, takes razor sharp images that I am most pleased and proud to share. The video and audio quality is outstanding and has surpassed my expectations. The macro on this camera gets you real close to the action and here again, very high quality images with outstanding detail can be had. I purchased rechargeable batteries and so far, the battery life has allowed me to capture near 300 images before needing to swap out for another set. Overall build quality is excellent, and having been in camera manufacturing and lens and filter manufacturing and sales for 11 years, I can without any reservations recommend the SX130 IS for those who want the simplicity of a P/S with Smart Auto, or the creative freedom and control to explore all the possibilities utilizing full manual.
This camera fits the bill nicely without breaking the bank.
The 12x optical zoom with IS, plus full creative manual, takes razor sharp images that I am most pleased and proud to share. The video and audio quality is outstanding and has surpassed my expectations. The macro on this camera gets you real close to the action and here again, very high quality images with outstanding detail can be had. I purchased rechargeable batteries and so far, the battery life has allowed me to capture near 300 images before needing to swap out for another set. Overall build quality is excellent, and having been in camera manufacturing and lens and filter manufacturing and sales for 11 years, I can without any reservations recommend the SX130 IS for those who want the simplicity of a P/S with Smart Auto, or the creative freedom and control to explore all the possibilities utilizing full manual.
Pros: outstanding image quality, smart auto is very accurate, powerful flash, excellent build quality
Cons: would benefit from higher resolution 3" display, power consumption, no viewfinder
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
SX130 IS Review
on January 17, 2011
Posted by: JamSng
Good camera easy to use. If you use rechargeable batteries the batteries last alot longer than regulary batteries.
Pros: easy to use
Cons: regular batteries do not last long
I would recommend this to a friend!
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