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Canon - PowerShot SX40 HS 12.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(125 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 125 reviews
5 Stars
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90%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Canon - PowerShot SX40 HS 12.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Customer Rating
5
As Good as it Gets.
on January 27, 2012
Posted by: JoplinRising
from Joplin, Missouri
The only thing "compact" about this camera is its relative size...In terms of performance, you'd be hard pressed to find anything better than this little marvel. For anyone wishing to obtain consistently excellent photos without carrying an entire studio around with them, this one does the job in spades. Feature rich with all sorts of easily understandable shooting modes, just firing the SX40HS up and leaving it in auto mode has given me spectacular, and more importantly, consistent results. I have been successfully using mine to document the Joplin tornado catastrophe and recovery, as well as some nature shoots in the region. Detail and panoramic shooting, both important for these projects, have been easy to achieve with a minimum of labor. You could spend more, but you don't need to for truly amazing results. I've been a hardcore Canon user since the 1970's, and this camera does the name proud. Way to go!
Pros: out of box ease of use, outstanding battery life, accessories available at canon website., accessories are reasonably priced at canon website
Cons: sx40hs accessories not readily available locally.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great Step Up to the SLR
on January 25, 2012
Posted by: picturelady
from Brainerd, MN
Photography has been my hobby for 30 years now. I love the digital world. I have all types and brands of cameras. Canon is my favorite. I recently purchased the SX40 because it seemed like a nice easy to carry "SLR-like" camera. I have the Rebel XT and the new SX150. The SX40 is by far a great "middle of the road" camera, between compact and full SLR. A perfect camera for the person wanting to move up to an SLR but not quite ready for the lens changing decisions. It has most of the capabilties of an SLR camera with its built in 35X Optical Zoom and an eye viewfinder as well as the screen viewer; It also has the ability to instantly become a video camera with the push of a button. The Digic 5 Processor creates some great photos, especially indoors and in low light. The only feature I find a bit touchy is the dial for changing settings... it is very sensitive and I seem to press it a little too hard and it selects instead of turning to adjust a setting for the aperture or shutter speed; something I am sure I will overcome with a little more practice. I truly recommend this camera for someone who wants it "all in one", with great quality in photos and video. A real plus for someone wanting to go full SLR in the future and wants a great camera to learn with.
Pros: full slr features, 35x wide angle zoom lens, viewfinder with optic adjuster, new digic 5 image processor
Cons: sensitive control dial
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Camera & Pictures! Easy to use!
on January 23, 2012
Posted by: TEALADY
from Chicago, IL
I recently bought the Canon SX40 HS and used it at a wedding; I could not have been more pleased with how the pictures turned out! In quite a number of the pictures I was using the telephoto lens at quite a distance (bride groom putting the ring on his bride's finger and it looked so close that you would have thought I was within one foot of them but I was at the 840 mm length and it was in great focus without a tripod). I used the "auto" setting for all of the pictures. The wedding area was somewhat low-lit, but the camera did not need a flash, which was great! This is the best point and shoot camera I have had. The reviews I read before buying were very accurate and helped me make the decision to purchase it. Some of my friends have seen my camera and what it produces and are interested in getting one. I rate it number 1.
The only thing I did not like was the delayed time between the shot just taken and when it was ready for the next shot; that left a lot to be desired. However, the overall attributes far out weight this one factor. I give it an A+.
Pros: easy use/great results!
Cons: time between shots.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great Camera
on January 17, 2012
Posted by: Car Guy
from Clinton, TN
Was looking for a camera of this type so read all the reviews of the different ones, went around to the stores and got the hands on feel of all those in it's class. One thing that stood out about the SX40 was image quality and the long zoom and that was exactly what I was looking for so purchased it on 24 Dec 2011 and I sure haven't been disappointed, have taken many photos in many conditions, low light, full sun and all ranges of the zoom and also micro, you cannot beat the image quality with any camera in it's class. We have attached the camera to a 58" HD tv via HDMI cable and it is amazing the detail and the color is right on the money and the video's are also great. If your looking for detail in pictures even at 35X times this is your camera!
Pros: image quality
Cons: none so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Awesome Camera
on January 15, 2012
Posted by: Bochog
I love this camera its easy to use for beginners but have stuff for camera enthusiasts and advanced users to play.Plus and this is a big plus LONG ZOOM ie;840 mm equals regular SLR lens.Price is affordable if you dont have 6-8 hundred to spend,but this camera performs as good and you dont have to spend 1,500 to get to 840 mm zoom.Also not too bulky and could be packed on waistside and not carrying extra luggage.l have tried the competition and asked reviews myself and the verdict is canon powershot sx 40.AWESOME.
Pros: value and easy of use
Cons: battery runs down quick of taking video
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Excellent value for the price
on January 12, 2012
Posted by: Buz
from Colorado Springs, CO.
I purchased the Canon SX40 HS two weeks ago, and have been using it extensively, under various light conditions, and temperatures. I can not be more thrilled with the performance so far.
The zoom is amazing, and the features are excellent. After having lugged around bags of equipment for my other cameras for years, this is a real treat. It is lightweight, and easy to use. The only additional items I have purchased for it was a small tripod, and a padded camera bag.
I would recommend this product to anyone who wants a great camera at a reasonable price.
The zoom is amazing, and the features are excellent. After having lugged around bags of equipment for my other cameras for years, this is a real treat. It is lightweight, and easy to use. The only additional items I have purchased for it was a small tripod, and a padded camera bag.
I would recommend this product to anyone who wants a great camera at a reasonable price.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
on January 10, 2012
Posted by: Flickr
I have the Canon ELPH 300 HS as a point and shoot and the Canon Rebel T3i. Could not resist buying the SX40 as a "Bridge Camera". Love the 35X zoom although somewhat slow. I have always owned Canon cameras and they have never let me down. I always get great pictures. Keep up the great work Canon.
Pros: 35x zoom, great picture quality, canon quality product
Cons: slow focus while zooming
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Love my SX40
on January 7, 2012
Posted by: schaery
from Mobile, AL
I purchased the SX40 as an upgrade from my Sx10. Love all the extra features and effects. The zoom is incredible. I also like the fact that there is an adapter available to add my own filters to the camera. Battery life is good although I do miss the AA batteries that the SX10 used. The vari-angle LCD is the greatest thing to ever be added to a camera.
One thing I absolutely do not like, however, is no manual included. I loved the small manual that came with my SX10. Just the right size to keep in my case for easy reference. I hate this downloadable manual. I can't afford to print it out, and turning on my e-reader to look up a feature isn't very convenient.
Pros: new fish eye and miniature effects, great zoom, filter adapter., vari-angle lcd
Cons: no manual included, prefer aa batteries
I would recommend this to a friend!
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