Is there a point and shoot better than S95 (with a bigger sensor), probably a bridge camera? I'm just wondering, if anyone knows of a camera better than Canon S95, with the following characteristics:larger sensor (bigger size body is fine)higher price range is fineNo interchangeable lens please.Lot of manual controlsHas all the manual modes like Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, ManualViewfinder preferable, but not must Is there a point and shoot better than S95 (with a bigger sensor), probably a bridge camera? I'm just wondering, if anyone knows of a camera better than Canon S95, with the following... » Read More Is there a point and shoot better than S95 (with a bigger sensor), probably a bridge camera? I'm just wondering, if anyone knows of a camera better than Canon S95, with the following characteristics:larger sensor (bigger size body is fine)higher price range is fineNo interchangeable lens please.Lot of manual controlsHas all the manual modes like Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, ManualViewfinder preferable, but not must « Show Less
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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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FujiFilm X-10, $599, 2/3" sensor. if you wish to spend double, X-100, Micro 4/3 formatNikon 1, close to micro 4/3 format $699 and above.
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Yeah, I also came across X10 in my research, seems like a good option. I love the retro design and the manual controls. X100 is a bit too pricy in my opinion.
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You need to look at the Samsung TL500, it has a 1/1.7 sensor, F1.8 lens, articulating LCD screen built with AMOLED (very beautiful), hot-shoe, and pictures are absolutely fantastic. Low light situation is not much of an issue with the aperture this large. The current lowest price is $299 at Buy.com.
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Hi Hammysg1....The S95 does NOT have a manual viewfinder and no, it does NOT have the capacity to allow you to put lenses and filters. The G12 is hands down, the best if you're seeking these two options not available on the S95.Plus, the G12 has a hot shoe so you can put external flash! =) Don't get me wrong the S95 is cute, as I saw it finally at the store the other day...it's sleek, cute but the G12 has the extras I mentioned above and the S95 doesn't!I HOPE this helps. =)
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Nikon Coolpix S8100 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 10x Zoom-Nikkor ED Lens and 3.0-Inch LCD (Black)Antonpd is 100% correct-If image quality is your primary goal, then go with the Canon S95. If you are willing to make some image quality compromises to get a Full Auto operation, the the S8100 is for you. The S8100 is a great concept, bug fails to totally deliver on the low light and great video advertised features. It is all a matter of what you want to compromise.Sarah Joyce
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yes. i was in the same situation. this is the third generation since the s95, which was a great camera that i took all over the world. after the s95 the industry changed from ccd to cmos sensors which are better all around - lower noise (better in low light), better color resolution and fidelity, and 12 vs 10 megapixels. the lens is faster and a little sharper and 5x vs 3x telephoto. you can shoot up to 8 frames per second for action vs about 2 on the s95. also has wifi for immediate upload to your phone, and a touch screen and the screen quality is much better. you should see a substantial improvement in photo quality. yes. i was in the same situation. this is the third generation since the s95, which was a great camera that i took all over the world. after the s95 the industry changed from ccd to cmos sensors which are better all around - lower noise (better in low light), better color resolution and fidelity, and 12 vs 10 megapixels. the lens is faster and a little sharper and 5x vs 3x telephoto. you can shoot up to 8 frames per second for action vs about 2 on the s95. also has wifi for immediate upload to your phone, and a touch screen and the screen quality is much better. you should see a substantial... » Read More yes. i was in the same situation. this is the third generation since the s95, which was a great camera that i took all over the world. after the s95 the industry changed from ccd to cmos sensors which are better all around - lower noise (better in low light), better color resolution and fidelity, and 12 vs 10 megapixels. the lens is faster and a little sharper and 5x vs 3x telephoto. you can shoot up to 8 frames per second for action vs about 2 on the s95. also has wifi for immediate upload to your phone, and a touch screen and the screen quality is much better. you should see a substantial improvement in photo quality. « Show Less
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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 was going to buy this one too, but if the price stays over $400, I'll get the Olympus XZ-1. The main benefit of the S95 for me is price!
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They don't. Both have different use. If you prefer a point-and-shoot, go with the S9500. But if you prefer to be patient with the DP3, you'll be rewarded with amazing image quality for its size.
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I have searched online for the same comparison b4 i bought both of the two. The thing is, because these two cameras have a lot of features, it takes a while to write or make a video to fully compare the two cameras. I did find some that tried to compare the two camers, but the reviews seemed bias to me. Overall, i like the Fuji over the Canon, but i like the Canons zoom over fuji's. One can still get the same results as the other.
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I don't know if you got the answer to your question, but I'm also debating whether to get the s95 or the 300 HS. I found this website that does a comparison of the two. http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon-ELPH-300HS-vs-Canon_PowerShot_S95
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"The S5 has better pictures, a better menu and interface, better sensor, bigger LCD and a hotshoe." I don't think the part about better pictures is necessarily true ... many reviewers have stated just the opposite, or no noticeable difference at all. What is better about the menu/interface ... I thought they were pretty much identical? The "bonuses" are the face-mode, AIAF, 4 GIG movie files, SDHC support, hot shue, and the bigger LCD. For me the bigger LCD,AIAF and hot shue are the biggest improvements. However, the S5 has so many "downgrades" it almost makes it not even seem worth at the same price as the S3. The slower high-speed mode, the SD slot in the battery compartment, lack of audio options, lack of FPS options, no more time-lapse recording, etc. I wish they could combine the best features of both of these with an S7 to be released around Xmas.
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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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I have the S8100 and have found it very fast for start-up, between shots and for focusing. It is not the best camera in on earth (I have a Nikon DSLR that takes better images) but having compared it against the Canon S90 and Canon SX210 I think it is among the best P&S; options on the market. The S8100 has several metering options as well as both Single and Full-Time AF for both photos and video. Knowing how they work might have possibly improved performance if that is not something you already had a grasp of.The camera does have focusing noise that can be heard on video if the scene is quiet, but so do all cameras without an external mic.Canon makes great cameras. Good luck with your elph. I have the S8100 and have found it very fast for start-up, between shots and for focusing. It is not the best camera in on earth (I have a Nikon DSLR that takes better images) but having compared it against the Canon S90 and Canon SX210 I think it is among the best P&S; options on the market. The S8100 has several metering options as well as both Single and Full-Time AF for both photos and video. Knowing how they work might have possibly improved performance if that is not something you already had a grasp of.The camera does have focusing noise that can be heard on video if the... » Read More I have the S8100 and have found it very fast for start-up, between shots and for focusing. It is not the best camera in on earth (I have a Nikon DSLR that takes better images) but having compared it against the Canon S90 and Canon SX210 I think it is among the best P&S; options on the market. The S8100 has several metering options as well as both Single and Full-Time AF for both photos and video. Knowing how they work might have possibly improved performance if that is not something you already had a grasp of.The camera does have focusing noise that can be heard on video if the scene is quiet, but so do all cameras without an external mic.Canon makes great cameras. Good luck with your elph. « Show Less
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The S95 has a bigger sensor than the SX230, so that in itself is a big plus for the S95.I have owned the SX230 and wasn't too impressed with its white balance and high ISO photos in low light.
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Since you like the Canon S95, you should REALLY like the little S120. But I returned it to consider the Sony RX100, but more moola for it! My DSLR kit is Canon T5i and 3 lenses, but we all need a little "pocket-rocket" also. I am also considering the little Coolpix P330.
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I agree. I looked really hard at the S95, would have been happy to spend the extra bucks to get better photos in all conditions. But the 3X zoom was a bummer for me - when I can get just about as good photos with the S8100 with a super slick 10X zoom.Unless you are really a professional photog as need that extra f2.0 lens, I would say bite the bullet and take it back, again.
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Image qualitly for sd4000 is good. The video is wonderful - very good in low light with a f/2.0 lens. The SD4500 had higher definition video at 1080 as opposed to 720 on the sd4000. The S95 has more manual controls. I like this camera except - no F/2.0 lens, no zooming when shooting video. My fav is the SD4000.
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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.