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Canon PowerShot S100

Based on 32 reviews

Excellent:

11
Good:

18
Average:

2
Bad:

1

Pros

Slimmer than past models, Higher resolution with slightly better light sensitivity, GPS radio syncs clock, shows where images are captured on bundled map software, 5x stabilized lens covers 24-120mm equivalent, 1080p video, Camera autofocuses while sho...
Excellent image quality, 1080p and superslowmotion video modes, Full manual controls and RAW shooting, Superb feature set for any level of photographer.
Great lownoise performance, Image clarity is superb, Manual control is quick and easy, Better grip than previous models
All the stuff that made its predecessors great, with some nice new features like GPS and full HD video. CMOS sensor uses tech from Canon’s DSLR line.
Smaller than any other high-end compact, Flexible 5x zoom with bright f2.0 aperture at 24mm, Support for RAW and manual exposures, 1080p and slow motion movies, Built-in GPS with optional logging.
Front control ring, small size, GPS, image quality

Cons

Costs US$30 more than predecessor, Slight buzz is audible when zooming during video recording, Full HD video at 24p only, 24mm lens can cause distortion in people pictures, Somewhat soft corners at wide angle, Weak flash (common in compacts), Autofocus...
Sluggish RAW shooting and flashrecycling times, Short battery life, especially when GPS is used.
Corner softness at some apertures
More camera than many need; and perhaps less than pros would demand. Dedicated movie button on backside eliminates one photo control.
Short battery life. Even shorter with GPS on, Focal ratio greatly reduces when zooming-in, No hotshoe or accessory port. No viewfinder.
No hotshoe or full flash control, expensive, AFarea buried in menu settings

By GadgetSpeak on April 25, 2012

This little black offering fits into the smallest pocket but can take HD video as well as rather nice still images. Even if you have a larger and more powerful unit, this can be ready even before that comes from the...

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By RegHardware on March 16, 2012

The PowerShot S100 is an excellent camera delivering image quality which exceeded my expectations. This, combined with superb handing, control and features justifies the S100 as a serious shooter, despite its size. It’s certainly expensive, but in...

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By CIOL on March 05, 2012

The follow up to the S95, PowerShot S100 claims to be one of the first Canon compacts with the company's latest DIGIC 5 processor. The camera has all features to shoot good images. It has got a high-sensitivity of 12.1 megapixel 1/1.7-type CMOS...

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By 5FWD on February 24, 2012

We make no bones about it. The Canon S100 is a superb camera let down slightly by its battery life that although short, will still get you through the day. Besides the minor stamina problem the Canon S100 excels in both photo and video, and is...

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By The Imaging Resource on February 24, 2012

At first the Canon S100 seems pretty similar to its predecessors. It certainly looks similar, despite the few cosmetic accents that don't appeal to me personally. Its odd color and strange grip put me off at first, but as I continued to use it and...

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By Tech2 on February 18, 2012

The Canon Powershot S100 is priced in India at a MOP of Rs. 25,000. This camera is built really well and feels extremely sturdy. Feature-wise it has some improvements over its predecessor, like the larger sensor, 1080p video capabilities, increased...

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By Stuff.tv on February 01, 2012

A master of all trades that fits in your jeans pocket. Fantastic...

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By DPexpert on January 19, 2012

REVIEW—CANON PowerShot S100 compact] by terry on 19 January 2012 Price: $550 Outstanding compact THE LOW-DOWN: Canon has broken with the top quality compact mob with the S100, increasing the pixel count to 12 million and at the same time...

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By Sydney Morning Herald on January 18, 2012

Read later Canon has broken with the top-quality compact mob with the S100, increasing the megapixel count to 12 and boosting the zoom range to 5X (24mm-120mm film equivalent). After Panasonic startled the world with the LX3, with its modest zoom...

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By PC Pro on January 16, 2012

An elegant compact camera with plenty of high-end features for enthusiasts and high-quality optics, producing consistently excellent photos...

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