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Canon PowerShot SX20 IS
$400.00
Released September, 2009
The Pros:Optical image stabilization. 20x optical zoom. Records video in 720p high definition.
The Cons:No RAW format option. Takes AA batteries - heavier, less capacious and annoying to deal with next to lithium-ion battery packs. Slow 1FPS continuous shooting.
Canon's PowerShot SX20 is a higher-end point-and-shoot camera (non-DSLR) that offers a range of features, and is targeted at experienced amateur photographers. It has a 20x optical zoom capability with optical image stabilization, and an AUTO mode that can select from 22 different preset shooting modes (or these can be user-selected).
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The overall photo resolution is 12.1 megapixels and the SX20 uses Canon's DIGIC 4 image processor, which enhances image clarity and fine-detail structure. It has a 2.5-inch diagonal LCD screen to view or take pictures, and runs on AA batteries. One of this camera's other main features is its 720p high-definition video capture mode, as well as an HDMI output connection for playback on a compatible HDTV.
Features
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- 12.1 Megapixel resolution
- AUTO mode for automatic shot selection
- 22 preset shooting modes (see manufacturer page for full range)
- 2.5-inch diagonal LCD display
- 20x optical zoom
- Optical image stabilizer
- 15 - 1/3200 sec. shutter speed
- Compatible with external flash
- Uses AA batteries
- ISO speed range 80-3200
- 720p HD video recording
- HDMI output
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optical image stabilization
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records video in 720p high definition
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2.5" articulating LCD display
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HDMI output for easily displaying photographs and playing video on compatible displays / HDTVs
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records to easy to find, affordable and capacious SD/SDHC flash memory cards
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takes AA batteries - universal and easy to find when in a pinch
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takes AA batteries - heavier, less capacious and annoying to deal with next to lithium-ion battery packs
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slow 1FPS continuous shooting
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no physical manual - comes with a PDF file on a CD
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