Canon PowerShot SX200IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-inch LCD (Blue) | 
| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $329.00
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Seller: movietronix
Rating:  35 reviews
Sales Rank: 14,271
Color: Blue
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 1
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 12
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 3
Maximum Focal Length: 60
Minimum Focal Length: 5
Maximum Resolution: 12.1
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 4.1 x 1.5 x 2.4
Blink Detection alert
DIGIC 4 Image Processor
Focal Length: 5.0-60.0mm f/3.4-5.3 (35mm film equivalent: 28-336mm)
Maximum Aperture: f/3.4 (W) - f/5.3 (T)
Shutter Speed: 15-1/3200 sec.; Long Shutter operates with noise reduction when manually set at 1.3-15 sec.
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600 equivalent (Standard output sensitivity. Recommended exposure index)
Focusing Range: Normal: 1.6 ft./50cm-infinity (W), 3.3 ft./1m-infinity (T); Macro: 0.8 in.-1.6 ft./2-50cm (W); Super Macro: 0-0.8 in./0-2cm (W)
Digital Zoom: 4x
Dimensions (WxHxD): 4.06 x 2.38 x 1.48 in./103.0 x 60.5 x 37.6mm
Weight: Approx. 7.76 oz./220g (camera body only)
MPN: SX200IS Blue
Model: SX200IS Blue
UPC: 013803107845
EAN: 0013803107845
ASIN: B001SER456
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints | | • | 12x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 28mm wide-angle lens | | • | HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output | | • | 3.0-inch LCD screen; Face Detection, Blink Detection | | • | Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included) |
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| Accessories:
Canon NB-5L Battery Pack for Canon SD700IS, SD790IS, SD800IS, SD850IS, SD870IS, SD880IS, SD890IS, SD900, SD950IS, SD990IS, SD970IS & SX200IS Digital Cameras |
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Product Description
Impressive New Features Bring on the Fun.
Creating gorgeous images is more fun than ever with the sleek, impressively equipped PowerShot SX200 IS, elegantly designed in three new colors. Capture close-up, wide-angle shots with stunning 12x optical zoom. Experience the unprecedented image quality and point-and-shoot convenience of Smart AUTO, along with enhanced operability and an intuitive new menu. HD shooting at 1280 x 720 pixels with HDMI output lets you see all the beauty of your HD images and movies on your HDTV.- 12.1 Megapixel resolution, powerful 12x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer and 28mm wide-angle lens to get up close to your subject or capture more in your frame.
- Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 18 predefined shooting situations.
- HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output for easy playback of video and photos on your HDTV.
- Blink Detection alerts a shooter after a shot has been taken that a subject had closed eyes.
- Large 3.0-inch LCD (230,000 dots) with high resolution and wide viewing angle.
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-timer.
Advanced Specifications Raise Your Game.12.1 Megapixel resolution, powerful 12x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer and 28mm wide-angle lens to get up close to your subject or capture more in your frame.
For all its easy operability, the PowerShot SX200 IS has a feature set to be reckoned with. 12.1-megapixel resolution delivers a wealth of detail to every image, and allows you to crop and enlarge any portion of your shot freely. With the camera's powerful 12x optical zoom, you'll get up close fast, handy at sports and school events as well as everyday creative shooting. The 28mm wide-angle lens captures more in every frame, and gives your photography a professio
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 Bought a Panasonic ZS3, returned it for a Canon SX200 June 30, 2009
Firelock1776
70 out of 70 found this review helpful
I have been a Canon shooter for many years, both DSLRs and point and shoots. I own a Canon G7 for personal use and have been extremely happy with it, but I am tired of having to add attachments for wide angle and telephoto photography. I also wanted a camera that is small enough to put in a jacket or shirt pocket easily. I decided that of the cameras currently on the market, either the Panasonic Lumix ZS3 or Canon SX200 seemed to be what I was looking for. I researched the product thoroughly and chose the Lumix ZS3 based on multiple reviews that gave that camera the nod over the SX200. (Specifications-wise, these cameras are near twins.)
After several days of testing the ZS3 I was unhappy with it. The camera had poor low-light performance, a weak flash, and bad color balance and contrast. (See my review of that camera on its Amazon product page.) I returned it and bought an SX200. This camera is a gem. The quality of the photos are what I was expecting from a camera in this price range (better given how much cheaper it is than a ZS3). The zoom is very fast which allows you to focus on the action quickly and get the shot you are looking for. (The zoom on the ZS3 is slow in comparison.)
The camera performs well in low light--much better than the ZS3. There is very little noise and Canon's optical stabilization allows for lower ISO and shutter speeds. The SX200 has a powerful flash that illuminates the subject very well and at a good distance. I am sure part of the reason for this is the much maligned pop-flash, as this helps the flash clear the large lens barrel. Also, the fact the flash pops up when not in use is something that I barely notice. (Sure, it would be nice if it didn't.) The overall quality in low light will not compare to a DSLR, but that is to be expected.
I will say that, like my G7, this camera seems to struggle a little in very bright outdoor conditions. Specifically, highlights have a tendency to get blown out if you are not careful. Even when using the exposure compensation this can still be problematic. However, the day has to be VERY bright for this to be a problem. Also, this is where Canon's variety of shooting modes helps, as using the Shutter Priority mode has helped me in this situation to get good results.
The build quality of this camera is excellent. The physical controls are very well-done, and the on-camera software is first rate and much better than the ZS3. The Canon software is not only easier to use and has more controls, but it just looks better with excellent fonts and translucent menus.
The color saturation and white balance are excellent, and the different shooting modes (program mode, aperture mode, manual, etc.) give the photographer a wide range of options that are not available on the ZS3. I use these modes probably more than half the time.
I almost gave the camera four stars on the account of it not having optical zoom in video, but at this price point and given all the other excellent features of the camera (wide angle, 12x zoom, excellent software, etc.) I don't think that would be fair. The HD video is of excellent quality, though I have to give the nod to the ZS3 on the video overall.
The only other negatives are the door to access the data ports, which has a flimsy plastic hinge, and the lack of a "super fine" quality mode for the jpegs like they had on my G7. (I really wish they would include RAW, but I know they reserve that for their high-end cameras.)
Summary:
Pros:
Excellent physical quality
Excellent on-camera software
Good low light performance
Powerful flash
Good HD video
Excellent color balance and contrast
Variety of shooting modes and manual controls
Cons:
No optical zoom in video
Flimsy hinge on the data ports door
Lack of super fine quality mode
Tendency for overexposure in highlights on very bright days
Overall, an excellent buy especially for the price.
This thing is awesome... October 13, 2009
T. Panek (Maryland)
26 out of 26 found this review helpful
I read all the reviews of this camera here on Amazon, as well as seeking out photography websites looking for recommendations for the best small point and shoot camera. Despite a few bad reviews here, everything else I saw was pretty positive, so I decided to go for it. I am SOOOOO glad I did.
From the moment it came out of the box, it was love at first site.
The display is large and clear and crisp.
The photos is takes are wonderful. I have seen low reviews talking about "noise" and "blurriness" and the only thing I can guess is that these people never took 5 minutes to figure out how to USE the camera. Set to the indoor setting, pictures taken inside are clear, crisp and brilliant. No noise. If you use the Kids&Pets mode, motion shots are almost always perfect and without blurriness. If you try and take every picture on "Auto" you are going to get a mixed bag of shots on ANY camera, that is why the camera comes with different settings.
I've also seen complaints about where the flash is and how hard the camera is to hold. It is true that when turning the camera on, the flash has bumped my finger a few times. But this is hardly a deal breaker. So it bumps you - it isn't as though it is causing injury to the camera or to you, for goodness sake!!!! So it bumps you and you move your finger - big deal! I cannot fathom why anyone would care about this. As far as being hard to hold, maybe if you had the hands of a 7 ft NBA player or a 350lb lineman, it might be a bit small in your hands and hard to handle - but so would ANY small camera. But both my husband and myself have had no issues holding on to it. If you are worried for some reason, that is what the camera strap is there for. Personally, I love the fact that it EASILY slips into a pocket so I don't walk around looking like a tourist, or have my hands full of camera while I want to be site-seeing.
The function section of this camera (SCN) is SUPER fun. You can take pictures where you turn everything in the photo black & white except selected color(s). This yields some AWESOME artsy shots with no effort (seriously, take pictures in candlight, where the color of the candle light is the only color - AMAZING!!!!). You can also swap colors to take wacky, fun photos. People will think you are a photography genius, and all you did was point and click. There is also a straight B&W mode, and sepia mode, like most cameras.
All in all, I CANNOT imagine having chosen any other camera.
Great Zoom July 6, 2009
Anav (NY, NY)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I sold my Canon G7 because its zoom lens was pretty poor once it moved into digital zoom mode. The SX200IS has an optical zoom to 12x and takes very sharp photos even in the 10-12x range. It's easy to use and can be used by novices (just set it on Auto mode) or by pretty advanced users (you can manually control almost every aspect of the camera). The only new learning required for using this camera is to move your fingers off the pop-up flash at the top of the camera (not a big deal). Definitely recommended for someone who doesn't want to lug a big camera but wants a lot of features and control.
Very nice looking, great little p&s camera... April 16, 2009
John C. Walborn (Aurora, CO United States)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Played around with it quite a bit today. Sharp pictures, very good options for the casual photog. The optical zoom is quite sharp and the digital zoom is as good as one could expect. Camera is definitely a big larger than the competition, but that 12x zoom lens has got to go somewhere. Bought for a vacation to Cancun and I think it will be perfect.
Love the Canon SX200IS April 13, 2009
B. Powell (Carrollton, TX United States)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I bought the Canon Powershot SX200IS because of the HDMI output. I love taking widescreen pictures and HD movies with this camera and showing them on my 52" Mitsubishi DLP TV. Wonderful detail and picture quality of both stills and movies. This camera does everything I want it to and more. Very happy with the results. Looking forward to taking it on vacation to California next month. I bought the 16gb class 6 Transend SDHC and it works great too.
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