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 Screen size | 2.5 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
 ISO maximum | 1600 Best: Pentax KP ISO maximum: 819200 | |||
 Effective pixels | 8 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
 Max resolution | 3264 x 2448 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px | |||
| Sensor type | CCD |
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| Sensor size | 0.23 in |
| Sensor photo detectors | 8.0 Mpx |
| Effective pixels | 8.0 Mpx |
| Image ratio w:h |
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| Max resolution | 3264 x 2448 px |
| Other resolutions |
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| Processor | DIGIC III |
| Optical zoom | 12.0 x |
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| Digital zoom | 4.0 x |
| Minimum aperture | 2.7 |
| Maximum aperture | 3.5 |
| Focal length equiv | 36 - 432 |
| Focus adjustment | Manual |
| Autofocus |
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| Auto Focus (AF) lock | yes |
| Manual focus | yes |
| Normal focus range | 19.69 in |
| Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | yes |
| Macro focus range | 0.0 in |
| Number of focus points | 9 |
| Image stabiliser | Optical |
| Filter thread | no |
| Folded optics | no |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15.0 s |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Self-timer delay | 2.0 s |
| Histogram | yes |
| Built-in flash | yes |
| Flash range | 5.2 |
| Flash modes |
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| External flash | yes |
| Continuous drive | 1.5 fps |
| Scene modes |
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| Self-timer | yes |
| 3D support | no |
| Manual settings | yes |
| Self-timer options |
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| Built-in microphone | yes |
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| Voice recording | yes |
| Weight | 15.87 oz |
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| Width | 4.61 in |
| Height | 3.06 in |
| Depth | 3.15 in |
| Battery life (max) | 12.0 h |
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| Battery technology | Nickel-Metal Hydride |
| Rechargeable battery | no |
| Number of batteries supported | 4 |
| Timelapse recording | no |
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| GPS | no |
| Orientation sensor | yes |
| Date imprinting | yes |
| ISO |
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| ISO Auto | yes |
| ISO minimum | 80 |
| ISO maximum | 1600 |
| Maximum image resolution | 3264 x 2448 px |
| White balance presets | 6 |
| White balance modes |
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| Custom white balance | yes |
| Supported image file formats | JPEG |
| Photo effects |
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| Image stabilizer | yes |
| Image stabilization type | Optical |
| Uncompressed format | No |
| Screen size | 2.5 in |
|---|---|
| Articulated LCD | yes |
| Screen technology | LCD |
| Screen dots | 207000 |
| Touch screen | no |
| Live view | yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Maximum resolution | 640 x 480 px |
|---|---|
| Video recording | yes |
| Supported video file formats | AVI |
| Camera playback | Movie |
| Max frame rate (highest resolution) | 30.0 fps |
| Motion JPEG frame rate | 30.0 fps |
| Body type | Compact |
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| Environmentally sealed | no |
| Internal storage | 32.0 mB |
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| Compatible memory cards |
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| HDMI | no |
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| USB version | 2.0 |
| Remote control | No |
| PictBridge | yes |
| NFC | no |
| Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
| AV output | yes |
Review posted 7/19/2007 Click to take a QTVR tour of the S5 IS The PowerShot S5 IS is the successor to last year's 6-megapixel PowerShot S3 IS digital camera. This new compact inherits many of the features of its predecessors, like optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology, professional-grade
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Review posted 7/19/2007 Click to take a QTVR tour of the S5 IS The PowerShot S5 IS is the successor to last year's 6-megapixel PowerShot S3 IS digital camera. This new compact inherits many of the features of its predecessors, like optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology, professional-grade
As long as major players, such as Canon, continue to transfer the expertise and technology they develop in high-end products into the digicam market, it will remain lively and competitive. The newly released Powershot S5 IS, for example, uses the same Digic III processor that drives the ground-breaking EOS 1D Mark III. This device, coupled with [Read More]
Canon PowerShot S5 IS
The enduring popularity of Canon's 'big zoom' range began on the day the original PowerShot S1 IS was announced back at the start of 2004, heralding a return to a sector of the market many believed the photo giant had abandoned when the Pro 90 IS was discontinued a few years earlier. Since then it has been rare for there not to be an S series big zoom PowerShot in our top 10 most popular cameras (measured by clicks) despite stiff competition from Panasonic (responsible for the reinvigoration of the whole 'superzoom' sector), Sony and a handful of other players. Perhaps this is why Canon has been loathe to tinker too much with the formula established in the original model for subsequent generations. Sure, the S2 IS was a much-needed upgrade (bigger lens, big performance boost), but since then Canon has pretty much left well alone with fairly predictable upgrades to the sensor and screen, and minor feature tweaks.
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Lens-shift stabilisation and plenty of adjustable controls make this 12x zoom digicam attractive to travellers.In its PowerShot S5 IS, Canon has made some worthwhile improvements on its predecessor, the S3 IS, although the basic concept of the camera and many features and functions are unchanged. The new model has higher resolution (8 megapixels vs 6 megapixels) and a larger, vari-angle LCD. Its updated DiG!C III processor supports Face Detection AF and AE, in-camera redeye removal, Auto ISO shift and an extension of the sensitivity range to ISO 1600 (equivalent).
An articulable LCD, great image stabilization, and top-quality photos add up to a great megazoom.
Like a Chinese puzzle box, getting it right with the Powershot S5 IS can produce some pretty sensational results. Luckily for Matt Grayson, the S5 doesn't allow demonic creatures to swarm through a dimensional rift inflicting pain and misery on him. Phew.
