Canon PowerShot S3 IS 1/2.5" 6 MP CCD Black

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  • Brand : Canon
  • Product family : PowerShot
  • Product name : Powershot S3 IS
  • Product code : 1101B008
  • Category : Digital Cameras
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  • Long product name Canon PowerShot S3 IS 1/2.5" 6 MP CCD Black :

    Powershot S3 IS

  • Canon PowerShot S3 IS 1/2.5" 6 MP CCD Black :

    Featuring a 12x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer, advanced movie functions and extensive creative options, the PowerShot S3 IS is perfectly equipped for superb results in any situation.

    Features
    - 12x optical zoom lens with IS
    - 6.0 MP CCD
    - Extensive movie functions
    - DIGIC II, iSAPS, FlexiZone AF/AE
    - 20 Shooting modes and My Colors
    - ISO 800
    - Widescreen recording
    - 2.0" vari-angle LCD
    - Accessories
    - PictBridge and Print/Share button

    The power of 12x zoom.

    High performance optics
    A powerful 12x optical zoom lens features Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology to counteract camera shake. An Ultrasonic Motor (USM) ensures fast and near-silent zoom operation*. UD lens technology reduces chromatic aberration for razor-sharp images with superb colour accuracy.

    Resolution
    A 6.0 Megapixel CCD sensor captures every scene with enough fine detail for large, photo quality prints.

    Extensive movie functions
    Shoot smooth 30fps VGA quality movies with full audio, or record QVGA movies at 60fps and analyse in sharp slow motion. Make full resolution stills while recording with the Photo in Movie feature.

    Cutting-edge technology
    Canon's DIGIC II image processor drives rapid 2.3 fps continuous shooting and responsive camera controls. iSAPS technology uses scene information to optimise camera settings before a shot is taken. FlexiZone AF/AE lets you manually select the focus point from almost anywhere in the frame. Super Macro mode allows for millimetre-close focusing on tiny subjects.

    Creative shooting
    A choice of 20 shooting modes includes Manual mode for complete creative control. 8 Special Scene modes assist with tricky lighting conditions. My Colors allows colour effects to be applied in camera before and after shooting.

    Low light performance
    ISO 800 allows for flash-free shooting in low light and indoor environments. It also enables shooting at higher shutter speeds, reducing the risk of blur from camera shake and subject movement.

    Panoramic photos
    Widescreen 16:9 still image recording allows playback on widescreen TV or printing on wide size paper with a SELPHY CP printer.

    Large vari-angle LCD
    The 2.0" vari-angle LCD lets you frame from creative angles and share playback with friends. Night Display mode enhances screen visibility after dark.

    Accessories
    A wide range of optional accessories includes wide and tele converter lenses, a lens hood, slave flash and a soft case.

    Easy printing
    Connect to any PictBridge or Canon Direct Print compatible photo printer and push the Print/Share button for a full colour photo in seconds.

    Software and sharing
    A comprehensive software suite is included for managing and editing your photos. Share your creations online with 100MB of web space on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.

  • Short summary description Canon PowerShot S3 IS 1/2.5" 6 MP CCD Black :

    Canon PowerShot S3 IS, 6 MP, 1/2.5", CCD, 12x, 410 g, Black

  • Long summary description Canon PowerShot S3 IS 1/2.5" 6 MP CCD Black :

    Canon PowerShot S3 IS. Megapixel (approx.): 6 MP, Image sensor size: 1/2.5", Sensor type: CCD. Optical zoom: 12x, Digital zoom: 4x, Focal length range: 6 - 72 mm. Maximum video resolution: 640 x 480 pixels. Display diagonal: 5.08 cm (2"). Internal memory: 16 MB. PictBridge. Weight: 410 g. Product colour: Black

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Specs
Picture quality
Image sensor size 1/2.5"
Megapixel (approx.) 6 MP
Sensor type CCD
Lens system
Optical zoom 12x
Digital zoom 4x
Focal length range 6 - 72 mm
Combined zoom 48x
Exposure
ISO sensitivity 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, Auto
Shutter
Camera shutter type Mechanical
Flash
Flash modes Auto, Manual, Red-eye reduction
Video
Video recording
Maximum video resolution 640 x 480 pixels
Memory
Internal memory 16 MB
Compatible memory cards mmc, sd
Display
Display LCD
Display diagonal 5.08 cm (2")
Display resolution (numeric) 115.000 pixels

Ports & interfaces
PictBridge
Camera
White balance Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Scene modes Beach, Fireworks, Night, Party (indoor)
Photo effects Black&White, Neutral, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid
Playback zoom (max) 2x
Custom colour
Design
Product colour Black
Battery
Battery technology Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)
System requirements
Mac compatibility
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °C
Weight & dimensions
Width 113.4 mm
Depth 78 mm
Height 75.5 mm
Weight 410 g
Other features
Video capability
Built-in flash
Focal length (35mm film equivalent) 36 - 432 mm
Digital SLR
Distributors
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Reviews
Updated:
2011-08-14 02:32:13
Average rating:82
Uk has collected 47 expert reviews for Canon PowerShot S3 IS 1/2.5" 6 MP CCD Black and the average expert rating is 82 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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Photoradar.com
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2011-08-14 02:32:08
Average rating:100
But this is more than just a makeover; there are some important improvements in the feature list too, including a new 6MP sensor that replaces the old 5MP CCD, and a larger 2.0-inch LCD, although even this is less than average compared with most new c...
  • But this is more than just a makeover; there are some important improvements in the feature list too, including a new 6MP sensor that replaces the old 5MP CCD, and a larger 2.0-inch LCD, although even this is less than average compared with most new c...
digitalversus.com
Updated:
2011-08-14 02:32:08
Average rating:60
The S3-IS should be flattered. From the quantity of mail on the subject, we wanted to know when we could actually test it. This camera was obviously long awaited. Many had even held out on other products hoping that this new camera would be fast with...
  • Optic zoom in video, Stabilized zoom, Nice firm grip, Moveable LCD screen, Manual modes, rapid access to all functions...
  • Slightly more noise than with the S2IS, Price, Could have had a better startup time...
pocket-lint.com
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2011-08-14 02:32:11
Average rating:80
The Canon Powershot S3IS a few new neat features and tweaks that make it an interesting model and slight upgrade on its predecessor the S2IS...
  • Great handling, feature packed, great image quality, excellent macro function, good price...
  • Intrusive noise at higher ISOs, purple pixel fringing, focus hunting at longer focal lengths, screen and viewfinder hard to see in bright conditions...
  • The Canon Powershot S3IS a few new neat features and tweaks that make it an interesting model and slight upgrade on its predecessor the S2IS...
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digitalartsonline.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 02:32:11
Average rating:70
The PowerShot S3 IS is only a marginal upgrade from the S2 IS. The new model boasts an extra megapixel, a larger screen, slightly improved sensitivity, and a lick of black paint. Aside from that, it’s very similar to the older model. Although the S3 IS...
expertreviews.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 02:32:11
Average rating:80
The Canon PowerShot S3 IS compact camera may look like a minor upgrade to the S2 with an extra megapixel, larger screen and gunmetal finish - but theres a lot more. It boasts an image-stabilised optical zoom with a 12x zoom ratio and an equivalent foc...
techradar.com
Updated:
2011-08-14 02:32:12
Average rating:100
Going grey is a sign of ageing but the PowerShot S3 IS wears it very well, trading in the ubiquitous silver of its predecessor for a much more classy looking gunmetal grey finish. But this is more than just a makeover; there are some important improvem...
  • Build quality and design are very good , Logical and intuitive menu and control system , Fun, Excellent optical image stabiliser...
  • Viewfinder is a little small...
  • Going grey is a sign of ageing but the PowerShot S3 IS wears it very well, trading in the ubiquitous silver of its predecessor for a much more classy looking gunmetal grey finish. But this is more than just a makeover; there are some important improvem...
goodgearguide.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-04 09:11:48
Average rating:90
An absolutely brilliant ultra zoom model that combines a 12X zoom lens with exceptional picture quality and all the usual functionality.
  • Brilliant pictures, Big Zoom, Advanced Functionality...
  • Burst mode could be better The Final Word An absolutely brilliant ultra zoom model that combines a 12X zoom lens with exceptional picture quality and all the usual functionality.
  • An absolutely brilliant ultra zoom model that combines a 12X zoom lens with exceptional picture quality and all the usual functionality.
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digitalfunstuff.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-04 09:11:52
Average rating:0
The Canon Powershot S3 IS comes in black colour (the Canon Powershot S2 IS was silver colour) to make S3 IS digital camera more SLR and professional camera looking. The major differences between Canon S3 IS and Canon S2 IS digital cameras are; wide ran...
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stuff.tv
Updated:
2014-03-20 01:28:19
Average rating:100
Canon is no stranger to the super-zooming camera. The digicam giant can be regularly found at zoos, trying to get perfect shots of distant wildlife using its favourite Powershot. And now it’s ready to take its photography up a notch with this new 12...
  • Excellent image quality. Big 12x zoom. Great low light performance. Not much bigger than standard compact.
  • Only comes with 16MB SD card. Small electronic viewfinder.
  • A pint-sized camera that packs a punch, with consistently good performance in all conditions...
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