5 comments about Canon PowerShot S110 2MP Digital ELPH Camera Kit with 2x Optical Zoom.

1. This little camera packs a big punch. The picture quality seems better than 2.1MP. There is only one thing i can complain about, and that is the battery which barely lasts at all.



2. I've had this camera for almost two years and I love it.

   It's the perfect first camera for users who are comfortable with technology. There are simpler (and cheaper) cameras for people who are less compfortable with technology.

   This one packs the right amount of sophistication in features, and simplicity in usage - and all that in one small little bundle!

   It's strong points:
   * small.
   * light.
   * solid (dropped mine a couple of times and its still going strong).
   * good zoom.
   * good battery life.
   * auto-flash - which is so helpful for amateurs like myself who are never sure about how much light is enough.
   * some more advanced ones (manual flash, timer, etc.) if you want to experiment and improve your skills.
   * comes with software to download and retouch your photos, rendering the process relatively easy.

   All in all, this camera and Canon's Powershot line are an excellent choice for most people.




3. I love my Canon Powershot S110. I've had it for about 2 and a half years now and it still works like it did when it was brand new. I've seen the latest Powershot Digital Elph (Ixus) cameras, and sure they are improvements on the S110, but there's something about the S110's heavy metallic casing that makes it long-lasting and extremely durable, perhaps more durable than the latest in this product line. The picture quality is great, comparable to the latest Digital Elphs. I've taken this camera to Europe and back, twice, to Japan, and across the US, always carrying it in my front pants pocket. I'm not planning to buy a new digital camera until my S110 stops working, which probably won't be for a long time.



4. I got this camera as a replacement for my giant (but wonderful) film camera when it first came out. It was great to just stick it in my purse and go. After a couple months the LCD screen stopped working. Even when I took a picture it would come up black on my computer. I sent it back to Canon and they fixed it. Wish it would've worked right the first time around.
   
   There's a lag between when you hit the button and when it actually takes the picture (results in some funny-looking posed pictures because people think the picture's already been taken!). It doesn't take very good indoor photos (flash looks harsh, doesn't focus well). And action shots are kind of a problem unless they're from a distance. The colors don't seem very true-to-life.
   
   I just got a photo printer and printed out a lot of photos taken with this camera and a few taken with a friend's newish Sony 4 megapixel camera. His photos were all much sharper and had much truer color.



5. This is an AMAZING LITTLE CAMERA. I have had mine for probably five years and have never been disappointed in it. I have an extra battery that I have on charge and switch back and forth when the one in the camera is getting low. This camera is small but packed with power. It's easily tucked in a pocket or a fanny pack on vacation. There is no fumbling when it comes to using it. Turn it on, point and shoot - easy as that. The pictures are crisp and clear. I hope this review helps. I can't imagine anyone not being happy with this camera.

5 comments about Canon Powershot SD20 5MP Ultra Compact Digital Camera (Silver).

1. I've used this camera in some of the worst conditions you can imagine. Being deployed to Iraq, I've used this in 20 Degree to 130 Degree heat, sandstorms, being banged around, etc.
   
   I have no major complaints about this camera at all, it's very good, and the pictures come out crystal clear. Even the movies come out clear, which is suprising for a P&S Camera.
   
   Only flaws I noticed about the camera, is it sucks for shaky hands and vibrations. For instance, in a gun-truck going down the road, or if your hands are shakey. Also, the flash causes red-eye alot, but you can touch it up in photoshop.



2. We bought this camera last October....It is small and compact which is a major plus. I have noticed that 80% of the pictures I have taken, have the red eye. We just recently went on a cruise, and the camera does not take very good quality pictures inside a comedy club with decent lighting... the people moving around were blurry. Lastly, when I went to power on the camera yesterday, it makes an awful noise, and then the screen blinks the canon logo, then goes black with an E18 error. I contacted Canon, and its not covered by warranty, and the repair will cost more than the camera did new. They claim that it was due improper use or mishandling. The camera went dead while it was on, and the shutter is left extended... Recharged the battery, and now the shutter will not go back in... and thats MISUSE? I will never buy another Canon ever...which is why Im at Amazon.com right now to purchase a new camera.



3. I'm pleased with this camera even though it didn't have the optical zoom on it. Takes great pictures and I love how small it is.. I take it everywhere I go. The battery life is pretty good and it charges back quickly. Very easy to use



4. I have had this camera since it came on the market. I love it! The size is a major factor - I can stick it into my pocket and use it anywhere I go. The pictures are great (sometimes the photographer is not so great). There is red-eye, but that is easily repaired by enhancement software.
   
   Since I love digital photography, I am always looking for upgrades, but I have not yet seen anything that will satisfactorily replace this camera. Needless to say, for the professional, a digital SLR would be the best bet. But for the average person who likes to record life on a day-to-day basis, this is the camera for you.



5. canon is awesome hands down. bought mine 2+ years ago for $330, this camera has dings and scratches on it from world wide traveling and yet has no problems. where ever i go i can throw it in my jeans pocket and take candid snaps on the go. fits smaller than a pack of ciggs, what more can you ask for? video is decent but sonys is just better, what makes this better than my old sony is the picture quality, so much sharper!! learn the settings and modes and you're set for great pictures no matter where you are.

5 comments about Canon EOS 30D 8.2MP Digital SLR Camera with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens.

1. People can show off their Rebel tsi and say it has 12 megapixels, but you can show off your 30d and say, "mine's not cheap plastic." This camera is perfect for a semi-pro, student, or just about anyone who can afford it. I warn you not to buy it from DBROTH though. They scammed me out of 99.99 dollars worth of photoshop, and I'm still trying to settle it with them. The hi-speed shooting is great for my hobby of shooting skate pictures. I think my customer image is number 82 or something. If you want to use it for landscapes, you'll need to get something with a really wide angle, because of the 1.6 cropping factor. If you're into sports photography like me though, it just gives your telephoto zoom lens a little more reach.



2. This was my second dslr and I loved it when I owned it. I have a 5D and a 40D now.
   
   Tim
   tfarrisphotography.com



3. This is great bang for your buck. When I bought my first dslr, the XT, new, it cost the same as the 30D does now. I'm very happy with the improved controls of the 30D over the XT as well as better high iso performance and 5 fps... My future plans are to get a 5d for holding a wideangle lens and use the 30D for the 70-200. The 24-105 range makes sense on either but the nature of the lens will be more telephoto on the 30D...



4. I've shot photos for almost 45 years. . . . started very early. The bottom line is the Canon 30D has excellent build quality, superb low light performance, excellent features and most of all superb picture quality in both ideal and non ideal lighting.
   
   I shot a lot of low light pictures and compared the Nikon 80, the Canon 30D and 40D and to my eyes, the Canon 30D simply rendered the sharpest, most noise free images in lower light levels.
   
   I owned 3 Canon EF lens. The 50mm f1.4, the 70-300mm IS lens and the Canon 28-135MM IS lens. All of these lens deliver excellent pictures in low light, provide sharp images and focus quickly and accurately. I tend to be a strong believer in Nikon and Canon because of the bench strength of their great lens.
   
   The only downside of the 30D is it lacks live view. In my opinion this is of limited if any value. To some, this feature might be important, but be aware that live view depletes the camera's battery pretty quickly.
   
   Even thought this camera is discontinued, it is well worth seeking out.



5. I'm extremely happy with my camera!
   You can't beat this camera for the money.

5 comments about Canon Powershot SD500 7.1MP Digital Elph Camera with 3x Optical Zoom.

1. I brought this camera from Amazon after reading the good reviews about this camera in a lot of sites. Amazon shipped it before time. I am not a professional photographer so I can't provide technical details. I am very satisfied with this camera. However would have loved more optical zoom on this camera. Would always recommend Amazon!!



2. I've owned for approx 1 year with zero problems, zero complaints. Works as advertised. great little compact camera!



3. Purchased as a gift and haven't heard anything bad about it since given to daughter.



4. Canon makes great cameras. I especially like the SD line. Most people who use my camera end up buying one of their own. It has the DigicII Chip, 2inch LCD, light weight, and easily fit in you pocket. You don't need 7.1MP unless you heavily crop your pictures. 5MP is more than enough to print a 20x30inch poster. It takes good MPEG movies too. I use a 2GB SD Card and Never run out of space on vacation.



5. I purchased this camera in late June 2005 in hopes of having it to replace my Canon SD30 (3MP, first digital camera) on a trip to Switzerland. Well, the camera didn't arrive in time, but I wish it did. The camera was the best I'd ever used and I was awed by all the new features. I irritated everyone at work constantly taking photos using the color swap and color accents. This is the greatest feature I've seen and my only regret is going through my pictures over the years and not using those features enough.
   
   I immediately put a screen protector on the LCD, so I didn't have any problems there. Unfortunately during a day of puppy kindergarten, I forgot about the keys and change in my pocket and slipped my brand new camera in with them. After the initial shock, I saw the tiny scratches as "war scars" and soon disregarded it.
   
   Start-up time was amazing. I was always ready to shoot upon pressing the power button. I was even able to put my own personal picture on the startup screen so I wouldn't have to look at the generic "birdy" or "Powershot" name. I am sure I could have put my own startup music on there also, but I never took the time to try it. I did it for my Canon SD30, though, so I'm sure it was possible.
   
   
   My other regrets in picture taking was not taking the highest setting possible. I don't render my pictures immediately, so sometimes months later when I'm editing Christmas pics, I'll see a nice photo that could have been blown up and sent to my family.
   
   The best thing I loved about this camera was its battery life. I can probably count on my hands the number of times I had to recharge the battery. I NEVER lost battery life during a trip or photo event, although most of my trips were 2-4 day weekends. Still, this camera handled any type of pressure I threw its way. I hope my upgrade to the Canon SD950 does all of the SD500's capabilities and more.
   
   So why am I upgrading? Well, I love photography, even though I rarely have the time to really do it as a bonified hobby. I also love gadgets and upgrade electronics. I'm going to finally start taking great photos and the Canon SD950 will take me there! But in no way is it because the SD500 was lacking for anything.

5 comments about Canon Powershot SD430 5MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Wi-Fi Capable).

1. bought this camera week ago at Amazon's lighting deal add a 2GB memory card. purchased a Canon Selphy 740 Photo Printer (ofcause from Amazon )
   WOW, I don't believed my eyes, Photo comes out great.
   I don't have any trouble taking pictures nor printing it.
   I would said both are user friendly.



2. I bought this for a replacement of a broken camera. It fits in my purse and is always available. I like the fact it takes standard chips. It does have it's own battery but I have not used up the charge yet. Granted, I recharge it after use, but it's not been a problem. The pictures have turned out well. I'm very happy with my purchase.



3. I love the ease of photo shooting, the size, and the resulting picture from this camera! Here's what i don't care for: the picture transfer isn't as easy as my kodak easy share. 4 stars for a nice camera, good pics, and easy to point and shoot!



4. For what it does, this is an amazing little shirt-pocket camera. Canon probably still makes the best lenses - even for cheapo cameras. The only Canon I've ever been disappointed in is the Rebel XTi, which I tried and sent back last year. Disappointingly cheap plasticy body and images that weren't even as good as the Powershot G3 (great pix but pain-in-the-rear shutter relay) I had hoped to replace with it. In the "entry-level" dslr category, I've been much happier with the Pentax I'm using now.... But I'm off the subject. This little unit did a great job for backup snaps on Safari in Africa - and even held up to a bonking on the metal deck of a ferry boat when I had to jump onto the boat to get across the Nile....



5. I bought this camera a month or so ago after my old Canon S400 was stolen. I needed an affordable camera quick since we were going on a 2 week trip to europe. When I found this camera for about $100, I jumped on it.
   
   The camera takes great pictures, although dark light can be tough (like most cameras). The movie mode works well. The size is small enough to fit in your pocket.
   
   The wi-fi features of the camera work well. It's nice to be able to just come home, turn the camera on, connect to the network and send the photos to the computer downstairs - without having to actually go down there. If you're transferring larger numbers of photos this may not work as well, i usually connect via USB to do that.
   
   The only negative I've found with the camera so far is that it doesn't feel as sturday as my old tank of a camera, the s400. it feels a little plasticky.

5 comments about Canon PowerShot A85 4MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom.

1. I got this camara a few years ago and have been taking pictures with it ever since. They are high quality picture. The controls are easy to use. You will need to purchase rechargeable batteries to go with it though. I have had no problems with this camara. I only wish It had morte megapixels now.



2. I recieved this digital camera for Christmas back in 2004, and it so far been doing very well. The images I want come up nice a clearly (as long as my arms hold steady), and if an image does come out the way I want it to, I can use other options to retake the image (when doing still images). I do plan to one day upgrade to a newer digital camera for art purposes, but for a point and shoot it has done w good job. I have even dropped it a couple times when it was off, and the only problem that came from that is the screen slightly flickers lines through it, but when the image is taken the lines don't appear.



3. Good pictures, easy to use... until it just won't work anymore. After about 10 months of frequent use, the display would periodically get "grainy" and have lines and then finally the power on & off became very sporadic. When we researched the problem on-line, we found that it had been recalled due to a piece malfunction. We turned it in for repairs we were told that the problems weren't due to the recall and we'd need to pay over $100 to repair it. Since we'd had other family members who'd had the same exact problems, we decided to spend the $100 on a new Nikon instead.



4. I have had this camera for more than two years and had absolutely no problems with the camera ITSELF. Sure, the extra battery charger that we bought for our rechargeable batteries failed on us, but that ultimately has nothing to do with the camera itself.
   The only con I seem to find for this camera is that it is fairly bulky and heavy. I bought a soft case, so that decreased the problem dramatically, but I still felt like it should be lighter.
   Anyways...to the pro's. Extremely user friendly. Easy to get around inside the camera and find the tricks of the trade. The quality of the pictures is really good as you can see the crispness and details of the face.
   
   A great and perfect camera for the typical family/person who isnt interested in taking professional photos that will sell for thousands of dollars. A great point and shoot for the value.
   Remember to buy separate rechargeable batteries and a much larger CF card. 256 MB was fine for me, but you can always get a 512. Anything bigger than that is not worth it unless you plan on taking thousands of photos.
   
   Respect and care for the camera and it will respect you back with quality photos in a WORKING conditiong.



5. Love this camera. It is my first digital camera and my first point and shoot.
   
   The picture quality is great. Although you can now buy P&S cameras with better picture quality I'm still amazed at how good my pictures look, especially compared with the old SLR film camera that I used for years.
   
   After three years of using auto mode I'm now learning about aperture and film speed and shutter speed - all of which can be controlled using Av, Tv and other such settings. I'm also starting to get very creative with the kinds of shots I take. This camera seems to be the perfect little tool for my small photo projects and combined with a bit of Photoshop I'm beginning to create some very nice arty photographs.
   
   Highly recommended.

No comments about Canon SD1100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Pink) with Selphy CP760 Photo Printer (Pink).

5 comments about Canon PowerShot A400 3.2MP Digital Camera with 2.2x Optical Zoom (Silver).

1. I loved this camera SO much! I had it for about two years and it never stopped working. I even dropped it one time and although it got a little crack in it, it still worked (I still wouldn't recommend dropping it though). The digital zoom was amazing, I really liked it. The only complaint I had was that it didn't hold charge for very long periods of time.



2. owned the camera for three years with no problems, little weak indoors compared to new cameras. very durable camera, i took this thing around the world and it is still in one piece and takes good pictures.



3. the camera worked fine but the printer never printed out a pic. it always came out blank then the ink was empty, i just did not understand how if nothing printed how the ink could run out. if i could do it again i would just get the camera



4. I have owned this camera for almost 3 years now and I have never had one complaint about it. It takes great pictures and has a lot of features. The camera is small enough that I can carry it in my pocket and easy enough to use that my 4 year old daughter was taking great pictures with it after just a few lessons. I also want to say that I have dropped this camera a few times on the hard concrete and it is very durable. It has never malfunctioned or given me any problems at all. I purchased another one for my girlfriend for Christmas because she loved my camera so much and was always using it when I wanted it. Her camera is also great and I am very happy with both purchases.
   
   I won't bore you with all the technical stuff. You can find that elsewhere. I just wanted to say that this is a great camera and if you are thinking about getting it you should.



5. I love this camera so much Im going to buy another one. my whole family loves it.

5 comments about Canon Powershot A610 5MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom.

1. I will admit the camera took great pictures but from the very beginning I had issues. When it was very cold the shutter would not open completely, sometimes I had to open the battery door and close it to get it to power up. Then came the dreaded blank screen. I contacted Cannon and received the typical $110 up front answer. I will continue to argue with them and try to get a reduced price or free if I can but I'm not holding my breath. I took excellent care of this camera but is still died after about 28 months of use. I still have a 25 year old Pentax camera that works like the day I bought it, why can't they make anything that last now days?



2. I love this camera. Bought this in April 2006. Picture quality is really good. Though its weigh more than the current sleek models like Canon SDs, I love this camera due to its flexible LCD screen, picture quality. I bought SD1000 recently. But, I feel the picture quality of A610 is better with the same settings.



3. There's no better warning to be made other than saying the camera is great, until you get the "black screen". Canon choosing not to acknowledge the issue and repair the defective cameras for little to no cost, is unfortunate.



4. I've had this camera for nearly three years now with nary a problem. It takes the best photos I've ever seen out of a point and shoot, the batteries last forever, and the macro capabilities are incredible. I've taken 5000 pictures with this camera. My guess is that if you don't knock it around, it will last a very long time.
   
   This camera has a lot of higher-level capabilities and is a great camera for someone that wants a lot of flexibility but doesn't want to shell out for a D-SLR.



5. This camera now has some dings on the body from my rough handling, but it's still going strong and taking great pictures and video. I can't say enough about how well it's performed. I have definitely gotten my money's worth.
   
   I have blown pictures up as big as 8 x 10 even after cropping, with great results. The color quality is outstanding - I hardly ever have to manipulate the images. (Very occasionally I will punch up the color if I've taken photos in very bright light.)
   
   The digital viewing screen that folds out has come in very handy on numerous occasions.
   
   When this unit finally dies, based on my experience I'm confident I'll stay with Canon. They seem to know what they're doing.

5 comments about Canon PowerShot SD110 3MP Digital Elph with 2x Optical Zoom.

1. I have used this camera now for over 2 years and have literally taken thousands of pictures. This camera combines excellent quality, small size, ease of use and affordability into one fine product.
   
   Picture quality is great. Very intuitive. I skimmed the instructions for about 2 seconds and started taking pics. The Canon photo software is very good. I alternate between using it and Microsoft Picture software.
   
   One thing I find really enjoyable is the movie mode. I assumed it would be horrible, but you get decent video and audio. With my 1gig card, I get about 3 minutes, which is plenty for shooting your pets doing something priceless or to document something. I have a Camcorder, but who wants to lug that around when this fits into your shirt pocket, or attaches to your belt using the optional leather case?
   
   Two years of reliable use, having been dropped a few times in the process. The rechargable battery still holds a good charge, and generic replacements are readily available on a popular auction site for next to nothing. The 1 gig SD card I use was literally free at one of the electronic big box guys over the holidays, and holds tons of photos. In practice, I usually downloaded 10-20 at a time just for ease of managemnt, so even my previous 256k card was more than enough.
   
   Size was a big factor in my decision to purchase. Smaller is better when you have a lot of other things to lug around. This stows easily in a pocket of my laptop carrying case, or as I said earlier, in a pocket. My previous camera was too big and I found I used it a lot less for that reason.
   
   2007 UPDATE: LCD/Sensor failed. I did some research and discovered that Canon was fixing this for free REGARDLESS of warranty expiration date. I sent it to them with the form from their website, and had my camera back and working perfectly about 10 days later! Thanks, Canon, for standing behind your product!



2. After 3 years of using this camera for backpacking in Europe, and living in Spain and going all over the world, plus using it for taking photos for my business website, I can say that this camera has been one of the best that I have had. Its time to buy a new one, but if 3 MP its enough for you and you would use it for traveling this is a great choice!



3. I loved my digital elph when I first purchased it even though it had a dead pixel. It came the day before I was to leave for vacation for 4 months so I didn't have the time to send it back. It takes great pictures I do have to say, but after a year the body of the camera looks like it's been through a tornado. I take good care of my gadgets and it has its own case and everything, so I guess I don't understand why it looks so awful. The silvery body as turned almost yellow, and has little and BIG black and grey spots all over it. I'm almost ashamed to let anyone use it to take a picture. Canon makes great products I don't understand why this one is so under standards.



4. It's a decent camera for the time it was made, but if you don't take a picture with the flash, or on the surface of the sun, it will not have enough light and will be blurry. I need to find one with more resolution and more sensitivity in normal light conditions.



5. I ordered the camera and was surprised to discover that the company's turn around time was s l o w. Yes, they do promise a 10 day delivery by standard mail but what is not said is that the clock starts only after they process the order. So if it takes them one wk to process the order you're now looking at a 3 wk delivery date from the time you hit "ENTER" and place your order.
   To make matters worse the UPS delivery date was delayed so it took 5 wks to get the camera. This was not the fault of the company but their s l o w processing added to the problem.
   In fairness, they did offer to send me extra goodies for my inconvenience and they were response to my emails.