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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
5
I love this camera
on November 9, 2009
Posted by: Jeudi
from West Hartford, CT
To me, this camera is perfect. It is easy to use. The directions for use are easy to understand. The pictures it takes are excellent. I am not a professional photographer, but I have posted pictures where my friends ask me if I have had professional training. I give a great deal of credit to the camera. The downloading and editing software is also easy and intuitive. You do not have to sacrifice quality of picture for ease of use. And I insisted on quality of picture as my number one priority and I got it. The ease of use was just a pleasant surprise.
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Bright LCD, excellent image quality, Good Low-Light Performance, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life, durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
Good Features Disappointing Video
on November 9, 2009
Posted by: BobMGoBlue
from Rochester, MI
I like the features of the camera and the image quality. I particularly like the 20X zoom, image stabilization, and HD video capability. Compared to my Canon SD400 this camera is much more bulky and heavier, but I knew that when I bought the camera. I use 8x lithium batteries and am satisfied with the battery life. I do have a problem with the video and will be sending the 2nd camera in for repair for the same problem. Depending on lighting conitions and maybe refelections, I get vertical lines in the video. This condition has ruined several videos. I've now had 2 NEW SX20 IS cameras with the same exact symptoms in the course of 2 months.
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Bright LCD, excellent image quality, durable
Cons: Heavy/Bulky
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
5
Best Features camera
on November 9, 2009
Posted by: Anonymous
from Barron Wi
I am a novice photagrapher and since I know the basics of how to use this camera. It was easy for me to use the programed features. The only draw back is using the advanced features, such as programming it myself. Most of that is due to me not being very comfortable setting it myself. I like this camera and really love the pictures it turns out. If you understand the best lighting for your picture and just use the programmed features, you will love this camera. I look forward to learning more about this camera and using it in the future.
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, Good Low-Light Performance, good battery life, durable
Cons: Dim LCD, Heavy/Bulky
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
very satisfied
on November 9, 2009
Posted by: madmac
from Charlotte, NC
I am a complete camera novice. I was able to take the camera out of the box and in minutes was taking quality photographs. I took action photos that were crisp and clear and actually caught the action I was trying to capture. The zoom is amazing. I was able to capture images from 1/4 mile away that were suprisingly clear and stable. I even took a picture of a plane flying over head. All this on the auto setting albeit on a bright sunny day. I know this camera is packed with features I have yet to use, but after using it once I am very satisfied. I love the adjustable display. It is a little bigger and heavier than I initially wanted, but well worth the compromise. The only negative I can come up with thus far is the lens cap does not fit too securely and has a tendancy to fall off. Other than that I am very happy with this camera.
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, good battery life, durable
Cons: Heavy/Bulky
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
I love this camera!
on November 9, 2009
Posted by: Photo girl
from Texas
I have a DSLR and love it, but I also needed something I could use on the go quickly.
I have the Canon SX100 but wanted something with more zoom. I did research and found the Canon SX20. I am extremely pleased with the SX20. It takes awesome pictures with a minimum of effort. Take the time to print out the full manual, it is very helpful.
I have seen some reviews complaining about low light conditions, read the manual and play with the settings and you can get great low light shots.
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Bright LCD, excellent image quality, Good Low-Light Performance, Lightweight/Portable, good battery life, durable
Cons: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Power Shot is Right!
on November 9, 2009
Posted by: ZShutterbug
from New Jersey
Though I have only owned the Canon Power Shot SX20IS for a short time, I have been around cameras long enough to know a winner when I see one. The zoom is absolutely phenomenol for a point and shoot ! I went out for a "test ride" with my new SX 20 to shoot the fall foliage while it was at its peak. The results are absolutely stunning! I was able to zoom in and actually catch the intricate veins of the leaves, and the shot is crisp and crystal clear - no fuzziness. I'm officially hooked, and I haven't even had the chance to play with all the available features.
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Bright LCD, excellent image quality, good battery life, durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
4
Review of SX20 IS
on November 7, 2009
Posted by: Sodes
from Elmhurst, Illinois
Great camera, could use rechargable battery pack. Zoom is crazy good, need a tri-pod for stability at distance, but 80X....wow. Requires ample time to repaeat flashes. Needs settting for REAL BRIGHT, otherwise needs filter. Options don't include Filter recommendations, but there are threads on lens to accomodate. Where's the battery meter????
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Bright LCD, excellent image quality, zoom zoom zoom
Cons: no battery pack of battery meter
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
So glad I bought it!
on November 5, 2009
Posted by: GoJints
from Connecticut
I was going to buy a smaller bodied camera, but once I held this in my hands, I knew it was the right one to get. It takes BEAUTIFUL pictures and is relatively easy to use. My only complaint is the book - it's so confusing that it takes a while to find what I need and figure out how to use the feature. I've always had Canon cameras - bought my first manual SLR in 1973, and I still have it. Wouldn't use anything else
Pros: easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Bright LCD, excellent image quality, Good Low-Light Performance, good battery life, durable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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