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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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Customer Reviews for Canon - PowerShot SX130 IS 12.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Customer Rating
4
easy to understand and use
on August 4, 2011
Posted by: Quack
from Logansport, IN
Moved up to this camera from the Powershot A410 just 2 days before a 12-day tour of the National Parks and Canyons of the American West. Downloaded the operating info, but did not get to read it prior to the trip, so used my previous experience and a little guesswork to get through the trip. As a point-and-shoot, it is terrific, especially with the easy-to-use zoom and macro capabilities. I like the fact that the flash stays off until you call for it--only used it a couple of times during the entire trip. Picture quality is great, as well--noticeably improved compared to the A410, which we also had and used for comparison. Did not even know about the sound feature until I experimented with movies of geysers and bubbling cauldrons at Yellowstone. Once again, I am technologically challenged and outclassed by my equipment. One shortcoming: the lack of a viewfinder makes it difficult to frame some shots in bright light. Otherwise, size and capability of this camera are tremendous.
Pros: good battery life, Good Low-Light Performance, excellent image quality, Lightweight/Portable, Simple controls/menu, easy to use
Cons: no viewfinder
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Any photographer's starting camera
on July 28, 2011
Posted by: tphoto117
from Boise, ID
I purchased the Canon SX130IS after my SX100IS died, and I am completely satisfied. The features are great including HD Video, 12.1 MP, 12x zoom, and much much more.
The only problems I have are: the f-stop range is more limited than my old camera, probably due to the 12x vs. 10x zoom, and you can hear the buzzing of the motor in the audio while zooming in videos. Furthermore, there is no way to add an external microphone to the camera.
After purchasing and using this camera, I am very pleased with it. It has great features, a few setbacks, but is a very good starter camera to anyone looking to upgrade in the future to the EOS line. I would definitely recommend this camera.
The only problems I have are: the f-stop range is more limited than my old camera, probably due to the 12x vs. 10x zoom, and you can hear the buzzing of the motor in the audio while zooming in videos. Furthermore, there is no way to add an external microphone to the camera.
After purchasing and using this camera, I am very pleased with it. It has great features, a few setbacks, but is a very good starter camera to anyone looking to upgrade in the future to the EOS line. I would definitely recommend this camera.
Pros: Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, easy to use, 12x zoom, hd video, stereo sound, fair low-light performance, good starter camera
Cons: autofocus and zoom motor can be heard in video, limited f-stop range
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Best buy I ever made
on July 24, 2011
Posted by: Blade
from nebraska
I love this camera, easy to use, ready with flip of the swithch, no battery's to charge. Big screen to take pictures. Value unbeatable for all you get. I highly recommend this camera. Spend a little extra and get a super buy with this camera. I can't say how much we have enjoyed the picture quality and beautiful prints. 5 star all the way. NO CONS on this camera. It's value all the way. If your looking for a nice camera for a great price this is the one>
Pros: good battery life, Good Low-Light Performance, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, durable, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, easy to use, value is right for the price
Cons: Heavy/Bulky
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
An OK camera
on July 22, 2011
Posted by: Bud
from Louisiana
Camera is fairly easy to use since the one I previously had was very similiar, however: it is to easy to accidently activate other functions with your thumb while holding it up. No hard copy booklet is a big disadvantage when away from your computer. Pictures taken are clear but are difficult to maintain image stabilization beyond 12X zoom. This may be partially caused by no view finder to observe through and having to hold camera away from you to see image on the LCDisplay.
Pros: good battery life, Good Low-Light Performance, excellent image quality, Bright LCD, easy to use, flash is not automatic must be manually lifted. i
Cons: Heavy/Bulky, Complicated controls/menu, Flimsy Construction
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
4
Excellent !
on July 16, 2011
Posted by: starphoto
from Dallas, TX
This is an excellent camera. Evaluation of any camera should be made in terms of price/performance, and this one is excellent in that respect. Full manual exposure controls, plus scene and automatic modes. Great photo quality. For those complaining about battery life, there are trade-offs in all types of batteries. Personally I prefer the AAA’s this camera uses – they can be found anywhere. Get a couple sets of rechargeables and you’re good to go. If you use flash often batteries are a problem on any camera. Self-timer easy to locate and use for anyone with photo experience. Images can be edited with any image-editing program. Don’t know why anyone would want to edit images and “re-upload” (a term I have never heard before). If that term means put the image back on to the card after editing and view it in the camera – yes, it is easily done. This camera produces amazing pics for the price. Some of the features may be challenging for those with no experience, but my 11 year old mastered this camera in 2 days, so it’s easy. All in all this is a winner I would recommend to everyone.
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, easy to use
Cons: Short battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Good Camera for the money
on July 10, 2011
Posted by: GB
from Nebraska
The Canon SX130 was purchased to replace my old Canon A630, which had been the best camera I ever owned. The SX130 is similar in features and performance, but lacked the articulating LCD which I used and loved on my old A630.
I found the image size options to be lacking. My old camera offered more size settings. The SX130 has middle sizes of 2816x2112 and 1600x1200, but my old A630 offered 2048x1536, which was a much better size for me.
The stronger 12X zoom was a plus over my old camera. Image quality was about the same, both being very good.
The stronger 12X zoom was a plus over my old camera. Image quality was about the same, both being very good.
The SX130 was easy to use because most of the controls and settings were similar to my old camera. The flip-up flash was a nuisance in some ways, but helpful in that it was an easier way to turn off the flash -- the old A630 required me to program the flash off.
I've not used the camera long enough to judge the low-light quality or the battery life.
The lack of an articulating LCD is my biggest disappointment, but overall it is a good and easy to use camera for the money and I would recommend it.
Pros: excellent image quality, Bright LCD, Simple controls/menu, easy to use, nice zoom range
Cons: Missing features/settings, lacks articulating lcd
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Very Good Compact
on July 10, 2011
Posted by: dennis
from Lancaster PA
Very good compact. Full of easy to use features. I use this for quick reference photos. My wife uses for the pets and kids. She has no problems with it. I mainly use my Canon F-1n film SLR cameras. I have been using Canon products since the 1970's. Great products and a good price.
Pros: Nice features/settings, Lightweight/Portable, easy to use
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Love the camera..!
on July 8, 2011
Posted by: Miss Beverly
from Philadelphia, PA
I really like this camera! But, annoyed with short battery-life , especially when using video feature! Constantly needing to change batteries!!
Pros: Good Low-Light Performance, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, Lightweight/Portable
Cons: Short battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
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