Sunday, May 10, 2009

Canon's PowerShot SX200 is the latest gadgets and features


Canon's PowerShot SX200 is the latest gadgets and features in this moments



Canon’s PowerShot SX200 is a 12.1 Megapixel compact with a 12x optical zoom and a 3 in screen. Declared in February 2009, SX200 is Canon’s first attempt at a pocket super-zoom and directly targets Panasonic’s enormously popular travel-zoom series.The PowerShot SX200 IS packs an impressive 12x optical zoom range into a relatively pocketable form factor, while keeping up with the latest gadgets and features.

Both the Canon and Panasonic additionally feature 3in screens, automatic scene detection, HD movie recording in the 720p format and HDMI ports for output to an HDTV. They’re also roughly the same size and weight. As such both cameras have a great deal in common on the surface, but dig a little deeper and you’ll discover considerable differences in their specifications and capabilities, with one more likely to suit your style of photography than the other.

In our Canon PowerShot SX200 IS review we’ll examine the differences between it and Panasonic’s Lumix TZ7 / ZS3, illustrating where each takes a lead over the other. We’ll also compare the image quality and movie modes of both cameras, along with seeing how Canon’s larger super-zoom, the PowerShot SX10 IS measures-up in comparison. If you’re in the market for a super-zoom digital camera, you’ve come to the right place Measuring 103x61x38mm, the PowerShot SX200 IS looks almost identical in size to arch rival the Panasonic Lumix TZ7 / ZS3 when viewed face-on.

features:

· Compact, 12x optical zoom starting at wide-angle 28mm
· 4-stop optical Image Stabilizer lens
· 12.1 Megapixels
· DIGIC 4 for ultra-fast response, superb image quality and intelligent technologies
· Smart Auto mode with Scene Detection Technology
· Combats blur with IS, Motion Detection Technology and Servo AF
· People shots made easy with Face Detection AF/AE/FE/WB and Face Select & Track,
plus FaceSelf-Timer and Auto Red-Eye Correction
· 3.0”, high resolution LCD
· High Definition (720p) movie with HDMI connection
· Shooting modes include Manual control and Easy mode
· New, easy-to-use User Interface with hints and tips
· Classic aluminium design available in black, blue and red.


The Panasonic zooms a little wider and the Canon zooms a little longer. Which is best for you depends on your own personal preference, although many enthusiasts will find the slightly wider coverage of the Panasonic more useful than being able to zoom-in a little further on the Canon.

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