Canon 100 IS ReviewAlthough some technologies such as face detection need not apply for landscape photography and most cameras having some convenient "scene" mode settings for vivid shots, what is exactly in the subject counts the most. This is why people often get the ones with wide angel zoom lenses, but if certain landscape shots are taken too closely, the foreground objects tend to take more of the focus. Camera Design
The Canon
100 IS being a high performing power shooter
only comes in two styles - black and silver and the black looks great
as it gives it a sleek DSLR-like look,
but appears much more compact.Many of the design elements sport curves for a modern feel and even the back of the camera has a layout similar to some DSLR models where the buttons are found on the bottom of the screen. The main drawback is the rather small 2.5-inch LCD which is understandable for a camera that was released late 2007. Camera Features
Capable of taking 8-megapixel photos, the SX100 may not be the camera
for professionals at first sight, but the 10x optical zoom makes up for
it. On the power side, the DIGIC III Image Processor is built-in promising great image quality and more vibrant colors. Thanks to the Optical Image Stabilizer, shots can be taken at the maximum 10x zoom while keeping the image frame focused and steady. Shots from great distances can be taken with this zoom. Face Detection is also a plus and contains some unique features of Canon 100 IS, including a dedicated Face Selector button which lets users choose the primary face. Primary faces are always locked on and tracked when in motion so the appropriate facial enhancements are applied every time. Low light situations do not affect the quality either when the ISO 1600 setting is used and the camera shake doesn't affect the big picture. Extra Features
When the "Auto" shooting mode produces lackluster
results, 17 other shooting modes can be
used along with 7 other special scene modes.Some of the nice special modes include night scene photography, foliage, snow, beach, fireworks, and more. It also interacts well with Canon-branded printers as there is a port where a USB cable can be connected directly to the photo printer. By pressing the Print/Share button, photos are printed on paper at their highest resolutions. Various sizes can be chosen for different occasions ranging from standard postcards to large borderless images. Other SX PowerShot cameras take the spotlight now with even more enhanced image processing, but the Canon 100 IS still doesn't disappoint in zooming features and portability and can now be purchased at more affordable prices. Click here to learn more about Canon 100 IS Wish to know more about digital photography? Subscribe to the Digital Photography Tips 'n Tricks eZine or to my site blog. Go from Canon 100 IS Review Page to Compact Digital Cameras Page Go from Canon 100 IS Review Page to Your Digital Photography Homepage |
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