Canon PowerShot S30 3MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Title : Canon PowerShot S30 3MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom
Author : Canon Cameras US
Release Date : 20011025
Binding : Electronics
Regular Price : $599.99
Amazon.com Price : $485.14 (19 %)
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Editorial Reviews :
Canon's 3-megapixel S30 hits the marketing sweet spot between features and ease of use, making it ideal for a wide range of photographers. It offers point-and-shoot simplicity while still providing advanced settings for more experienced photographers. Features like video capture, stitched panoramas, and continuous shooting offer a huge bonus in terms of fun and versatility for photographers at all levels of experience.
Getting started with the S30 couldn't have been simpler. We just slid open the lens cover and started shooting. Setting the camera to automatic mode, we were able to take vivid photos with accurate colors and outstanding detail. The 3x optical zoom--10x if you factor in the digital enhancement--made all the difference in our outdoor photos, letting us frame our shots perfectly.

A quick look at the options dial of the S30 shows that its capabilities extend well beyond quick snapshots. Even novices can take advantage of the camera's video mode, which can capture short videos. Though nowhere near camcorder quality, these videos are perfect for putting on a Web page or sending via e-mail, and the built-in microphone records sound for videos or notations on individual photos.

A bit more complicated is the photo-stitch mode, which lets you take panorama photos by lining up multiple pictures to cover vast areas and then stitching them together into a grand panorama on your PC. The handy continuous-photo mode enables you to shoot up to three images per second, ideal for capturing sporting events or wildlife.

The camera comes with only a 16 MB CompactFlash card, and you'll definitely want to purchase an additional memory card as a 16 MB card only holds approximately 16 3-megapixel images. Beyond that quibble, there's not much fault to be found with the Canon S30. It combines the ease-of-use novices require with the advanced features serious photographers expect.

Pros:
3-megapixel resolution
3x optical and 3.2x digital zoom
Captures short videos with sound
Excellent picture quality both indoors and out

Cons:
Only comes with 16 MB of CompactFlash memory

Buyer Reviews :
I recently purchased the Canon S30 and have been more than happy with. Although a bit pricey, it is definetly the best buy of all the cameras in its class. The camera has loads of features, some of which I am still figuring out. Although it can be used as a fully manual camera, it works excellent as a automatic camera as well. The coolest features this camera has that many lack is the sitch mode. This mode allows the user to take panoramic pictures and an included program makes it easy to put it all together. Another great feature this camera has is the burst mode which takes multiple shots continuously. Great for action shots. Besides the numerous features the camera comes with, the camera takes amazing pictures! The details and colors it captures is top-notch. The LCD is also a little bigger than other cameras its size and works great in all lighting conditions. I have done extensive research on Digital Cameras and this came out to be the best in the 3 megapixel class.

(by A customer)

Features/Technical Specs :
* 3-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create prints up to 11 x 14
* 3x optical plus 3.2x digital (for 9.6x total) zoom lens with autofocus
* Included 16 MB CompactFlash card holds 16 images at default resolution; camera is Microdrive compatible
* Connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
* Uses proprietary NB-2L lithium-ion rechargeable battery (included)

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