The 8-megapixel Canon SX100 IS is the first in a new range combining the advanced functionality and affordability of the 'A' series with an extended 10x optical zoom.
Canon PowerShot SX100 IS Review
New Range
The Canon SX100 IS is the first in a new range combining the advanced functionality and affordability of the ‘A’ series with an extended 10x optical zoom. Other noteworthy features include an 8MP CCD sensor, optical image stabilisation, a 2.5in LCD screen and features such as face detection and 18 shooting modes, alongside manual control.
Performance
The SX100 IS is a bit bulky in the palm and lacks a feeling of build quality. A slight shutter lag is noticeable in operation, and the 2.5in LCD screen could also do with a boost to its sub-standard 172k pixel resolution.
Verdict
An affordable and well specified, if slightly bulky, superzoom proposition.
Details
Flash Modes:Auto, Manual Flash On / Off
White Balance:Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom
ISO Range:80-1600
Metering System:Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame), Centre-weighted average, Spot (Centre)
Exposure Modes:Auto, Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual, +14 scene modes
Shutter Speeds:1/60 - 1/2500 sec
File Formats:JPEG, AVI Movie Mode
LCD:2.5in, 172,000 dots
Lens:36-360mm - 10x Optical Zoom
Sensor:8MP, 1/2.5” CCD
Memory Card:SD
Connectivity:USB 2.0
Power:AA
Dimensions:109 x 71 x 47mm
Weight:266g
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