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Screen size | 1.5 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
Effective pixels | 3 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
Max resolution | 2048 x 1536 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px |
Sensor type | CCD |
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Sensor size | 0.21 in |
Sensor photo detectors | 3.0 Mpx |
Effective pixels | 3.0 Mpx |
Image ratio w:h | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 2048 x 1536 px |
Other resolutions |
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Optical zoom | 10.0 x |
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Digital zoom | 3.2 x |
Minimum aperture | 2.8 |
Maximum aperture | 3.1 |
Focal length equiv | 38 - 380 |
Autofocus |
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Manual focus | yes |
Normal focus range | 3.94 in |
Macro focus range | 3.94 in |
Image stabiliser | No |
Filter thread | no |
Folded optics | no |
Minimum shutter speed | 15.0 s |
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Maximum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
Shutter priority | yes |
Aperture priority | yes |
Exposure compensation plus | 2 |
Exposure compensation minus | -2 |
Expousure compensation steps | 1/3 |
Built-in flash | yes |
Flash range | 4.2 |
Flash modes | Redeye Reduction |
External flash | no |
Continuous drive | 1.7 fps |
Self-timer | yes |
Self-timer options |
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Built-in microphone | yes |
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Microphone type | Mono |
Weight | 13.05 oz |
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Width | 4.37 in |
Height | 2.6 in |
Depth | 3.07 in |
Battery life (max) | 5.5 h |
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Battery technology | Alkaline |
Rechargeable battery | no |
Number of batteries supported | 4 |
Timelapse recording | yes |
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GPS | no |
Orientation sensor | yes |
ISO |
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White balance presets | 6 |
Custom white balance | yes |
Supported image file formats | JPEG |
Image stabilizer | yes |
Image stabilization type | Optical |
Supported aspect ratios | 4:3 |
Uncompressed format | No |
Screen size | 1.5 in |
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Articulated LCD | yes |
Screen technology | LCD |
Screen dots | 114000 |
Touch screen | no |
Live view | yes |
Viewfinder | Electronic |
Maximum resolution | 640 x 480 px |
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Video recording | yes |
Supported video file formats | AVI |
Max frame rate (highest resolution) | 30.0 fps |
Motion JPEG frame rate | 30.0 fps |
Body type | Compact |
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Colour of product | Silver |
Environmentally sealed | no |
Internal storage | 32.0 mB |
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Compatible memory cards |
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Storage types | Compact Flash Type I/II |
HDMI | no |
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USB version | 1.0 |
Remote control | yes |
PictBridge | yes |
NFC | no |
Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
AV output | yes |
A remarkable range of functions for those that want more than a point and shoot
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Canon's PowerShot S1 IS sports a 10x optical zoom lens plus a gyro-based image stabilisation system. The zoon is powered by an ultrasonic motor (USM) which is fast, quiet and reasonably easy to control. In video mode, where the S1 IS supports VGA capture with sound at 30 frames per second, the zoom switches to its slowest speed so no noise is recorded. Thirteen shooting modes are available through the mode dial, which is divided into the standard Canon Image and Creative zones and includes a custom mode for saving frequently used settings.
First Look posted 2/28/04Full review posted 3/23/04 Click to take a QTVR tour of the S1 IS The PowerShot S1 IS combines a a 3.2 megapixel CCD imaging sensor, exclusive DIGIC image processor and a fast f/2.8-3.1 image stabilized 10x zoom lens (38-380mm equivalent) into a very compact and lightweight SLR-styled
Announced in February 2004, the PowerShot S1 IS is the long overdue successor to Canon's last 10x Zoom Image Stabilized compact, the (the PowerShot Pro90 IS). It is not only much smaller and lighter, but a lot less expensive - (hardly surprising given the three year gap). Despite the aggressive pricing (the S1 IS is available online for as little as $315) this is a highly specified camera with a feature set that doesn't fall that far short of 'prosumer' models such as the G5 or even the Pro 1. The SLR-like styling and plethora of controls both on-body and in the extensive menu system lets you know this is more than a point and shooter with a big lens. Here's just a few of the key selling points to whet your appetite:
IN-DEPTH review of the Canon PowerShot S1 IS digital camera, with actual sample images, and a detailed data sheet.
Steve's Conclusion Canon's PowerShot S1 IS represents a practical and cost-effective alternative to the 8-megapixel high-end consumer digicams dominating the headlines this year. Like its predecessor the Powershot Pro 90IS, the S1 combines a 3-megapixel imager and a 10x image-stabilized optical
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