Is there a point and shoot better than S95 (with a bigger sensor), probably a bridge camera?
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The X10 and X100 are set a a crazy price for a point and shoot. Might as well get a Leica. Or you can get both aG12 and a S95 for price. The Nikon 1 is not even close to be a point and shoot. It's huge. try sticking that into your pocket, not going to happen. While the Gf2 might be a decent camera it is not a point and shoot. Anything with an interchangable lens is not a point and shoot. Go a little bit bigger, and for the same price, to get a full sized dslr. The image quality would be far better. For the size and money there is nothing better than the S95.
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I purchased this week and was dissapointed by a Panasonic ZS10 and was also searching for a replacement. You might like this website as a comparison of features. For the more common photos (birthday, parade, sports) it looks like the Elph 500 is the winner. Choose the SX230 if you travel on a regular basis and take mostly outdoor and daytime photos. The GPS feature and high zoom capability will help with those far away pics taken in nature (mountains, pyramids, etc). http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon-ELPH-500HS-vs-Canon-SX230-HS
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S120 is great in low light, with a faster lens it would be a better option over s90
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i think s95 is compelling if u want better pictures and control. since s95 has the bigger sensor (better pictures) and the PASM (better control).but really, the 4000 is a true P&S; wif some kick-ass hardware baked in.
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As someone who spent months in research (and finally decided on the NIKON) allow me to offer my advice: The NIKON P80 has a new sensor with 10.1MP (size 1/2.33" and a pixel density of 36MP/cm2). On its plus side, the small size (although it turns long when zoomed all in), the comprehensive menu and the overall built. On the minus side, the NIKON, although perfectly capable, will not take the best photo if left on Auto. The PANASONIC FZ18 has an older 8.1MP sensor (size 1/2.5" and a pixel density of 32MP/cm2). On its plus size, the impeccable LEICA lens system (and quite short even at maximum zoom), the handy joystick, the great image quality and the mechanical stabilization (the only one of these three that comes with it). On the minus side, the FZ18 is a bit larger that the P80 - and is bound to be replaced by Christmas. The FUJI S8100FD was never a contender for me. With a 10MP sensor (size 1/2.3" and a pixel density of 35MP/cm2) it is not too shabby. Yet, its overall design was not to my liking at all (of course that is a personal preference). The best advice a professional photographer gave me was this: choose the best lens and then the best sensor. Then make sure it is a camera for your level. The PANASONIC has the best lens whereas the NIKON has the best sensor (these cameras are still Point&Shoot, nowhere near the sensor sizes of a DSLR). Bottom line: if new to digital photography or do not care to be concerned with all the tweaking, go with the PANASONIC - it has a much better intelligent Auto (iA) function. If more experienced or would like to be more involved in taking a photo, go with the NIKON. Happy shooting!
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The S95 has a wider angle, faster lens, with a larger sensor resulting in sharper images and better low light capabilities. It also has manual controls and raw shooting capability, HDR mode, boost ISO, noise reduction and advanced image stabilization . The SD4500 sacrifices image quality to achieve the larger zoom and 1080p video. The S95 has the best IQ of any point and shoot out there (close to a DSLR) IMHO.
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Take a look at the Canon PowerShot S95 10 MP Digital Camera with 3.8x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-Inch inch LCD Sometimes it's just a pain to carry my gear around, even if it's a light pack (1 body and a couple lens), so I wanted to find a lightweight and compact solution to this problem. My initial research found that the general consensus for quality point-n-shoot was between the Canon PowerShot S95 and Panasonic Lumix LX-5. After debating and more reseach, I chose the S95 based on my needs. The S95 is smaller than the LX-5, so I could easily carry it in my pocket. I also like some of it's other features: F/2.0 @ 28mm, shoots in RAW, and my guilty pleasure - tilt-shift effect. Needless to say, both cameras have solid picture quality, but of course, not as good as your DSLR. There are plenty of reviews on both cameras. I'd suggest the S95, but I'm sure you can't go wrong with either one!
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For alot of folks, it comes down to the option of shooting in RAW. P300 does not shoot RAW, S95 does. Is that worth the extra +$120 (as of 10/11) for the S95? Do you even shoot in RAW? If you even know what RAW is, you should be shooting with your dSLR right now. :)B&H; photo is selling the P300 for $239 through 10-29-11. Seems like a deal too good to pass up. Upgrading my 2+ year old Canon P&S.; Boy...technology moves quickly. I'll upgrade in another 2 years when all of these P&S; cameras shoot near dSLR quality.
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They share the same sensor size (not type), and look similar; however, there have been a number of updates since 2010. The processor and wide angle lens might be a couple of the more dramatic differences. S95 vs S120 Max resolution: 3648 x 2736 vs 4000 x 3000 Effective pixels: 10 megapixels vs 12 megapixels Sensor photo detectors: 10 megapixels vs 13 megapixels Sensor type: CCD vs BSI-CMOS Processor: Digic 4 vs Digic 6 ISO: Auto, 80 - 3200 vs Auto, 80 - 12800 Focal length (equiv.): 28-105 mm vs 24-120 mm Optical zoom: 3.8 vs 5 Macro focus range: 5 cm (1.97&#8243;) vs 3 cm (1.18&#8243;) Screen dots: 461,000 vs 922,00 Touch screen: No vs TFT PureColor II G Touch screen Maximum aperture: F2.0 - F4.9 vs F1.8 - F5.7 Maximum shutter speed: 1/1600 sec vs 1/2000 sec Flash range: 6.50 m vs 7.00 m Exposure compensation: 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) vs 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) Video Resolution: 1280 x 720 (24 fps) vs 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps) Wireless: Eye-Fi Connected vs Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11 b/g/n) Weight (inc. batteries): 195 g (0.43 lb / 6.88 oz) vs 217 g (0.48 lb / 7.65 oz) Dimensions: 100 x 58 x 30 mm (3.94 x 2.28 x 1.18&#8243;) vs 100 x 59 x 29 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.14&#8243;) GPS: None vs via mobile (linked to compatible smartphone)
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I have three kids and I too choose my camera based on if I can capture my kids's spontaneous smiles. All the P&S; cameras have delays. To capture the flying moments, you'll need to anticipate the moments and pre-focus. If you do it, I don't think S95 and LX5 has much difference in taking the first shoot. The difference is in taking the subsequent shoots. LX5 has a burst rate of 2.5 shoots/sec and S95 0.9/sec. It's a huge difference! If size is not a matter for you, LX5 will allow you to capture more precious moments than S95 would.
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Canon s95 has the best image quality of all cameras mentioned above (CCD sensor). If you want better video mode than you have to go with CMOS sensor cameras (sx230, 300HS). The s95 and sx230 have full manual controls.
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I just read your posting and it has been a month since you put it up so I don't know if your still interested in a comparison, so I will keep it brief. I got the X100 in July and the S95 a year ago but by coincidence I just took some test shots in the back yard this morning to compare the two as I will be using both at a BBQ on Sunday. The S95 looks good until you see it next to the x100. The X100 is the first digital camera I have owned where the photos look a bit more real than the other digital cameras I have used. I also have a Nikon D7000 and did some test shots while on vacation using it and the Nikon 12-24mm lens ( set at 23mm) and the X100 looks better, sharper than the $1000 Nikon12-24 lens. There are some down sides as is mentioned on many websites, but you can get used to them, or at least I did. On the video, I like the S95 by far as it is easier to get usable footage. The X100 is sharper and cleaner by a little bit, but the focus is not as good as the S95. The X100 is a great camera for what it is, and I really like mine.
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Brad - I don't think you can go wrong with either camera. Add to for your consideration the Sony HX5 - it's on a par with these two.I looked long and hard at all 3 of these, researching specs and comments, as well as trying them out in camera stores, etc. I finally chose the S8100, although only coming out in September the amount of reviews is sparse - but even compared to the S8000 earlier model the improved S8100 proves to be a great camera. One thing I really like is the heft and feel of the camera, as well as the professional and high quality look and detail of the camera. It's a joy to take photos with this camera. The photos from it are stunning. Brad - I don't think you can go wrong with either camera. Add to for your consideration the Sony HX5 - it's on a par with these two.I looked long and hard at all 3 of these, researching specs and comments, as well as trying them out in camera stores, etc. I finally chose the S8100, although only coming out in September the amount of reviews is sparse - but even compared to the S8000 earlier model the improved S8100 proves to be a great camera. One thing I really like is the heft and feel of the camera, as well as the professional and high quality look and detail of the camera.... » Read More Brad - I don't think you can go wrong with either camera. Add to for your consideration the Sony HX5 - it's on a par with these two.I looked long and hard at all 3 of these, researching specs and comments, as well as trying them out in camera stores, etc. I finally chose the S8100, although only coming out in September the amount of reviews is sparse - but even compared to the S8000 earlier model the improved S8100 proves to be a great camera. One thing I really like is the heft and feel of the camera, as well as the professional and high quality look and detail of the camera. It's a joy to take photos with this camera. The photos from it are stunning. « Show Less
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What did you end up doing? My s95 died last week (no idea why) and I was perfectly happy with it up until that point. There are enough negative reviews on the newer canons to give me pause but anything has to beat a completely dead camera.
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Go with the S5, it is worth it alone especially since the price has dropped to about $350. Bigger LCD, 8mp, face detection, red eye software built in to the camera & a hot shoe for an external flash.
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I cannot offer a nikon/canon comparison however I upgraded from a S90 to the S120 and am VERY VERY impressed. Amazingly fast user interface, bright rear screen and long battery life are some of the high points. Low light performance is AMAZING compared to my S90. The difference is almost like the change from T2I to 6D full frame in my canon SLR! The bad? Still no RAW converters out there, not even DXO though they report one coming later this month.
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I had a film SLR before the Canon S50. Now I only want a smaller camera that takes great pictures. The S95 probably is a great choice.