| Category: | Photography |
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| Subcategory: | Cameras |
| Price: | $499 |
| Average Rating: | (2 Votes) |
| Description: | 4.0 Megapixel CCD imager for up to 2272x1704 pixel images 3x optical 36-108mm f/2.8-4.9 zoom, 3.6x digital zoom 1.5" color LCD with up to 10x playback zoom Ultra-compact and durable stainless steel body (3.4 x 2.2 x 1.1 in.) Advanced TTL AiAF nine-point autofocus system Program AE automatic and Manual exposure modes Movie mode w/sound 320x240 up to 3 minutes long 2.5fps Continuous exposure mode Evaluative metering on focus point or Spot Stitch Assist mode for perfect panoramas Exposure compensation: +/-2EV in 1/3-step increments White Balance: Auto, 5 presets or Custom Photo Effects: Low Sharpening, Vivid Color, Neutral, Sepia and B&W Low-light focus assist illuminator Shutter speeds of 15 seconds to 1/2000 second Auto noise reduction with 1.3 sec or longer shutter speeds Selectable ISO settings from 50 to 400 Voice memo (up to 60 secs) can be attached to images Intelligent Orientation sensor Builtin microphone and speaker Lithium rechargable battery and charger included Direct print to CP-100 and other Canon printers USB connectivity for PC and Mac Optional WP-DC500 Waterproof Case |
As a simple point and shoot digital camera, I've found that the Canon PowerShot S400 produces some pretty beautiful images. For the most part, their crisp and clear. I usually use the manuel setting so that flash is not necessary and am often surprised by how great the images come out! There is, of course, a degree of pixelation and some pictures may not come out in focus if you're subject is moving too much. I also avoid using the flash because it ends up making your shot look very washed out. However, for an easy to use and decent digital camera, I'd definitely recommend the S400.
I use this camera at work and I appreciate the size and ease of use. It takes clear pictures and even if your hand is not completely steady, the pictures turn out sharp.
When this was new it was that amount I got as a gift for under that price. I like it but it has a wafer battery that is on a wall charger and it makes it kinda a pain you cannt do too many large format before you run out of battery. I think if it ran on rechargable AA batteries I would like it better. The wafer battery costs about 40 bucks to replace after a year to a year and a half.
I also like the Nikon 10.2 pixel and would love to own one $$ away from it right now.