Canon S90 vs. SX210is My SD950is died this week. It no longer powers up. I'm looking for a replacement and am trying to decide between these two cameras. The SD210is uses the same battery my old camera has so that would be a savings, because I always carry at least one extra. I use the auto features most often, but want to have the ability to go to manual. Which one? Thanks in advance. Canon S90 vs. SX210is My SD950is died this week. It no longer powers up. I'm looking for a replacement and am trying to decide between these two cameras. The SD210is uses the same battery my... » Read More Canon S90 vs. SX210is My SD950is died this week. It no longer powers up. I'm looking for a replacement and am trying to decide between these two cameras. The SD210is uses the same battery my old camera has so that would be a savings, because I always carry at least one extra. I use the auto features most often, but want to have the ability to go to manual. Which one? Thanks in advance. « Show Less
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Well, I picked up the 210 today at Best Buy. I've only gotten to shoot a few pictures with it but think I'm going to like it. The salesman at BB kept talking about how he loved this camera. I'm headed on a 1 day road trip tomorrow with lots of stops. Thought I'd test it out a bit to make sure it was what I wanted. Someday I may go with a DSLR, but right now I need the convenience of a small camera... and it is going to Europe in about two months. So, we'll see if the pictures are as awsome as I want them to be. Wish I had a S90 to compare the portrait shots to. I to do a lot of family pictures that I print. Thanks all. I'll let you know the outcome. Well, I picked up the 210 today at Best Buy. I've only gotten to shoot a few pictures with it but think I'm going to like it. The salesman at BB kept talking about how he loved this camera. I'm headed on a 1 day road trip tomorrow with lots of stops. Thought I'd test it out a bit to make sure it was what I wanted. Someday I may go with a DSLR, but right now I need the convenience of a small camera... and it is going to Europe in about two months. So, we'll see if the pictures are as awsome as I want them to be. Wish I had a S90 to compare the portrait shots to. I to do a lot of family... » Read More Well, I picked up the 210 today at Best Buy. I've only gotten to shoot a few pictures with it but think I'm going to like it. The salesman at BB kept talking about how he loved this camera. I'm headed on a 1 day road trip tomorrow with lots of stops. Thought I'd test it out a bit to make sure it was what I wanted. Someday I may go with a DSLR, but right now I need the convenience of a small camera... and it is going to Europe in about two months. So, we'll see if the pictures are as awsome as I want them to be. Wish I had a S90 to compare the portrait shots to. I to do a lot of family pictures that I print. Thanks all. I'll let you know the outcome. « Show Less
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I too have this concern. Though it's hard to gauge because people all seem to have different standards about what good battery life is. So please, those of you who reply, be sure to specify in some quantifiable terms how long your batteries lasted, what kind you were using, and whether you used the flash or battery saving settings/techniques. Be as specific as possible. Thanks.I see posts by people who were thrilled that they could take 'almost a whole day' worth of pictures. I have a bulky sony DSC-S50 that will take pictures all day for a week without recharging so I'm not sure if I should be impressed by this for a small camera or not. Depends on how many pictures are being taken on that almost whole day. I too have this concern. Though it's hard to gauge because people all seem to have different standards about what good battery life is. So please, those of you who reply, be sure to specify in some quantifiable terms how long your batteries lasted, what kind you were using, and whether you used the flash or battery saving settings/techniques. Be as specific as possible. Thanks.I see posts by people who were thrilled that they could take 'almost a whole day' worth of pictures. I have a bulky sony DSC-S50 that will take pictures all day for a week without recharging so I'm not... » Read More I too have this concern. Though it's hard to gauge because people all seem to have different standards about what good battery life is. So please, those of you who reply, be sure to specify in some quantifiable terms how long your batteries lasted, what kind you were using, and whether you used the flash or battery saving settings/techniques. Be as specific as possible. Thanks.I see posts by people who were thrilled that they could take 'almost a whole day' worth of pictures. I have a bulky sony DSC-S50 that will take pictures all day for a week without recharging so I'm not sure if I should be impressed by this for a small camera or not. Depends on how many pictures are being taken on that almost whole day. « Show Less
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I noticed that the SD 960 actually has a faster lens than the SX 200, but I much prefer the beefier body styling and extra zoom on the SX 200. I just wonder how much a difference F/3.4 compared to a F/2.8 in a compact camera like this would really make? I've also been thinking about picking up the LX3, but hearing you say you would trade in makes me wonder, have you found the F/2.0 lense to be a big difference compared to other compacts?
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I like SX280 very much. However, the battery life is short. Basically you have to recharge it every day. Plus, the cheap replacements of genuine Cannon batteries are even shorter. So I cannot compare the quality of pictures between SX260 and SX280 but I love pictures I get with SX289.
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Don't have any S-series cameras, but as a general comparison to the other Canon PowerShot cameras we have used in the $250-300 range I would say Canon has a better charger, better focusing for outdoors (P340 seems to try to focus on leaves when trying to take a photo of a building), similar battery life, and worse flash re-charge time. The Canon might be better on shutter release lag and simplicity of controls.
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In short, comparing to SX110, at least on paper, SX120 got better processor, but worse sensor and shorter battery life.In other words, I think that at best these models are about the same, at worst SX120 is a step down.About SX200: judging by reviews, it seems that SX110 is (well... was) better in low light. May be that's the reason why Canon dumbed down SX120 so the image quality of different cameras will better agree with their price points.
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I have owned the Canon Powershot S1, S3, and S5. The larger the capacity of the battery, the faster the recovery time between shots. Faster SD memory also affects the recovery time. Shorter recovery time = more shots per minute. Cameras/devices that use AA/AAA batteries also give you more choices for theft, emergencies, and disasters.
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Thank you, thank you! This is rhe problem with the Canon A590IS I'm having. I guess I will keep my Canon S2 Powershot then!
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Hi I checked the differance between S2 and S3 for more than a year. and finally I found that S2 is better than S3 with more than hundrad resons some of those are:1.S2 is 5mp which hlep you to use more capacity of SD memory.2.S3 comming without Digital Zooming.3.S2 comming with AA battery but SOME of the S3 models comming with special batteries.4.S2 I saw the quality of the camera case is better than the S3.5.6.7.100.I didn't like S3 at allZayed :)
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I just bought the A570IS a few days ago without seeing this alternative, so I hope I'm not wasting my money by not getting a better camera for pennies more! We shall see, I guess. Sometime next week I'll let u know if I was impressed with the A570IS.. (all of my friends have told me it's great, btw).
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I can't answer that directly as it depends on use, I expect. I don't think I've replaced one in over 5 years, but I always keep an extra on hand. I did buy one that was a dud, but think it wasn't a Canon one. Would never again try to get a cheaper one. Not worth the savings. I would recommend getting an extra new one to keep on hand if you're traveling, but sounds like yours are still going strong at this point.
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If you go to Beach Camera, who sells through here, you will get detailed info. I had bought the sx 160 from them and got a Dane Electro 16GB card (although a San disk would be preferred), 4 double A batteries, the wall charger which also gives a car adapter for it, a card reader, lens cleaning kit and a mini tripod. I sent the camera back because the images it displays on my computer have grain that shows up on the zoom. It goes down to 100 ISO while my old Canon A200 is goes down to 80, if that matters. My old one has cleaner images, otherwise the sx160 has good features and controls. ...And a carrying pouch as stated in Tom's post. If you go to Beach Camera, who sells through here, you will get detailed info. I had bought the sx 160 from them and got a Dane Electro 16GB card (although a San disk would be preferred), 4 double A batteries, the wall charger which also gives a car adapter for it, a card reader, lens cleaning kit and a mini tripod. I sent the camera back because the images it displays on my computer have grain that shows up on the zoom. It goes down to 100 ISO while my old Canon A200 is goes down to 80, if that matters. My old one has cleaner images, otherwise the sx160 has good features and controls.... » Read More If you go to Beach Camera, who sells through here, you will get detailed info. I had bought the sx 160 from them and got a Dane Electro 16GB card (although a San disk would be preferred), 4 double A batteries, the wall charger which also gives a car adapter for it, a card reader, lens cleaning kit and a mini tripod. I sent the camera back because the images it displays on my computer have grain that shows up on the zoom. It goes down to 100 ISO while my old Canon A200 is goes down to 80, if that matters. My old one has cleaner images, otherwise the sx160 has good features and controls. ...And a carrying pouch as stated in Tom's post. « Show Less
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Hi S. Schappa, I am not sure that it has been discontinued, that is news to me. I just bought mine new in Nov 2010 Thanksgiving time frame through Amazon. Its been taking great photos, I know its predesessor s100fs has performed very well and there has been some discussion as to which is a superior camera. I am not profficient enough to give an educated opinion, however I will say I am very hapy with the s200exr. I'm not sure how long any camera stay's in production I get the immpression that the manufacturers change up features regularly as they try to advance the technology or sell any new gizmo.Jeff Hi S. Schappa, I am not sure that it has been discontinued, that is news to me. I just bought mine new in Nov 2010 Thanksgiving time frame through Amazon. Its been taking great photos, I know its predesessor s100fs has performed very well and there has been some discussion as to which is a superior camera. I am not profficient enough to give an educated opinion, however I will say I am very hapy with the s200exr. I'm not sure how long any camera stay's in production I get the immpression that the manufacturers change up features regularly as they try to advance the technology or sell... » Read More Hi S. Schappa, I am not sure that it has been discontinued, that is news to me. I just bought mine new in Nov 2010 Thanksgiving time frame through Amazon. Its been taking great photos, I know its predesessor s100fs has performed very well and there has been some discussion as to which is a superior camera. I am not profficient enough to give an educated opinion, however I will say I am very hapy with the s200exr. I'm not sure how long any camera stay's in production I get the immpression that the manufacturers change up features regularly as they try to advance the technology or sell any new gizmo.Jeff « Show Less
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Thanks Technology Guy...I have one more question since you guys know what you are talking about. I was just reading a lot of great reviews about the Canon PowerShot S90, it sells for the same price of the new Sony so price wouldn't be an issue. I'm just wondering from the Sony HX5V or the Canon PowerShot which one will be a better buy.
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I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would not have purchased the GE. I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would... » Read More I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would not have purchased the GE. « Show Less
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I have had 3 of these Canon SX-50 HS cameras now and still use it. I think this is about the best Bridge Camera to get. I have lately debating if I should upgrade to the larger and newer Canon SX-60 HS or Nikon's new P900. Both cameras are very expensive with same sized CMOS sensors in them that the Canon SX-50 HS has. I have heard of focusing issues with the newer Canon SX-60 HS camera from a handful of folks with that camera already and the new Nikon P900 has just been introduced and too new for me to get enough reviews to consider getting this camera. The Canon SX-50 HS has and still consistently takes great photos for me, indoors and outdoors. I am pleased with the Canon SX-50 HS camera. I have had 3 of these Canon SX-50 HS cameras now and still use it. I think this is about the best Bridge Camera to get. I have lately debating if I should upgrade to the larger and newer Canon SX-60 HS or Nikon's new P900. Both cameras are very expensive with same sized CMOS sensors in them that the Canon SX-50 HS has. I have heard of focusing issues with the newer Canon SX-60 HS camera from a handful of folks with that camera already and the new Nikon P900 has just been introduced and too new for me to get enough reviews to consider getting this camera. The Canon SX-50 HS has and still... » Read More I have had 3 of these Canon SX-50 HS cameras now and still use it. I think this is about the best Bridge Camera to get. I have lately debating if I should upgrade to the larger and newer Canon SX-60 HS or Nikon's new P900. Both cameras are very expensive with same sized CMOS sensors in them that the Canon SX-50 HS has. I have heard of focusing issues with the newer Canon SX-60 HS camera from a handful of folks with that camera already and the new Nikon P900 has just been introduced and too new for me to get enough reviews to consider getting this camera. The Canon SX-50 HS has and still consistently takes great photos for me, indoors and outdoors. I am pleased with the Canon SX-50 HS camera. « Show Less
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SD series is more for the "point and shoot" crowd whereas the Sxx series offers more exposure adjustability for better creative control. The Sxx series also generally has larger image sensors which creates more interpixel spacing which reduces light bleeding between pixels thus reducing noise. (The "larger" reference is in reference to physical size of the sensor not pixel count.) As for whether the S90 takes better/clearer pictures the answer is most likely yes but how much better is going to be based on the situation. In low light situations the answer is a definite yes as the S90 has an f2.0 aperature which allows twice as much light as the f2.8 of the SD1200. This combined with the larger sensor will allow the S90 to take better low light pictures. Some other differences favoring the S90 are the 28mm wide angle lens and flash range. The 28mm lens captures an image roughly 25% wider than the 35mm lens on the SD1200. Flash distance increases from 14 to 21 feet at wide angle setting. The downside of the S90 is size. It is considerably larger and heavier than the SD1200. As for the reddish tones, this is a function of Canon cameras. It can be minimized however through proper use of the white balance/lighting type settings in the camera. I hope this helps. (note: Sxx refers to the S10 through S90 series not the S100 through S500 series which were point and shoot models.)