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Canon - PowerShot 12.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(219 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 219 reviews
5 Stars
145
4 Stars
46
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
9
1 Star
3
87%of customers recommend this product.
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191 out of
219)
Customer Reviews for Canon - PowerShot 12.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
Customer Rating
4
Good camera
on November 2, 2010
Posted by: neil
from Bangalore, India
I have been thinking of buying an advanced digital camera for some time. Few weeks ago, I happen to see some shots posted by one of my friend. I enquired and with some research on the net - finalized on the sx20 IS.
Pros: great camera for budding serious photographers
Cons: no manual - great loss
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Excellent Camera
on November 1, 2010
Posted by: Gunny
from Chattanooga, TN
First it is important to note that it's a good idea to have some rudimental knowledge of photography to fully appreciate the SX20. This is a feature packed camera with countless ways to capture images from manual shooting modes to fully automatic. I've been using this camera for three months as my primary and only camera with great results right out of the box. However, I get the best results on a consistent basis shooting in a shutter-preferred mode.
I have tried other modes with good and some really fun results. Unless you shoot a lot every day it will take some time to really discover all of this camera's capabilities. If you are considering the next best thing to a DSLR, the SX20 iS should be on your list. Read this web-site's specs and details concerning this camera. I have not had any experience as described in some of the negative reviews. This is a great camera that truly deserves consideration. Oh yeah, the camcorder function is phenomenal. Two cameras in one.
I have tried other modes with good and some really fun results. Unless you shoot a lot every day it will take some time to really discover all of this camera's capabilities. If you are considering the next best thing to a DSLR, the SX20 iS should be on your list. Read this web-site's specs and details concerning this camera. I have not had any experience as described in some of the negative reviews. This is a great camera that truly deserves consideration. Oh yeah, the camcorder function is phenomenal. Two cameras in one.
Pros: easy on batteries when using diopter view-finder, dedicated flash hot shoe, good ergonomics, easy to adjust for most lighting situations
Cons: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
LOVE this camera
on October 25, 2010
Posted by: PenPen
from Puyallup, WA
I wanted a camera that took beautiful zoom shots, yet I was afraid it might be complicated or more than I needed. It is very user-friendly and I love it. My whole family loves it and we are so glad we made this investment. The USB cable connects the camera to my PC so pictures download with one push of a button. I didn't even need the software that came with the camera. I recommend this camera to anyone!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
best birthday present ever!
on October 14, 2010
Posted by: fairyrose
from Uncasville, CT
I've been taking pictures for 30 years now! I'm not a professional photographer but take just as good pics! everything about this camera is awesome! I have been wanting a newer camera for about 3 years now and have finally found the perfect one for me! (thanks to my husband)! Takes great quality pictures, easy to use and love the viewer! Great for taking pics of children!
Pros: easy to use
Cons: lens cap not attached
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
4
great pictures-not so great body
on October 12, 2010
Posted by: toomanycameras
from washington dc
This camera takes great pictures. I love the fact that the viewer folds out and it has all the features I need for landscapes to faces. I was however disappointed in the sturdiness of the camera. As I have a tendency to drop the camera (out of cars, ski lifts, pockets, etc.) the ability of the camera body to take a bit of punishment is important.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Camera
on October 5, 2010
Posted by: Hawaiian Ian
from Washington State
Amazing features, the camera's screen rotates out and angles for viewing high overhead or taking pictures or videos of yourself. It also snaps into place at the back of the camera for viewing.
The zoom is amazing. The first test of it was a landscape shot. I took a picture of our valley and then zoomed in on a house across the way. It wasn't until I loaded the pictures onto my computer for viewing that I realized how great the zoom really is. The detail of the house was surprising and very clear.
The lens cover conveniently pops off and a built-in hook on the back of it keeps it on the camera strap for storage. This is nice because it is not swinging around on a string.
The camera's ability to capture detail and color is beautiful.
Really enjoying this camera and highly recommend it. Pictures are crisp and clear and the video function is unreal.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
3
Shortcomings
on October 5, 2010
Posted by: barrett
from jacksonville
Blame it on my age or whatever, but i am still using my s3 because I cannotstand this camera without a paper manual. It requires constant referal to the manual while in the field. the computer manual seems sleazy for this kind of camera cost.
I am not going to carry a laptop into the field to use.
Cons: no manual
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
3
Disappointed
on September 22, 2010
Posted by: gslide
from Amatuer photographer for 40 years.
Slow....slow...slow cycle time and poor quailty indoor and low light settings!!!! Using AUTO settings in low light or indoors produced fuzy poor quaility shots...forcing flash in all low light settings helped but didn't fix it!
Anti shake feature only works in bright light or daylight!
Camera came with a very thin operating manual for a novice! I was unable to change format to JPEG to speed up cycle time!!!
Pros: nice looking day camera.
Cons: slow poor low light camera!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com