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Canon PowerShot SX500 IS Review
Review posted 02/19/2013
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| The 30x optical zoom lens on the PowerShot SX500 IS provides some very impressive telephoto capabilities in a sub-$250 camera. Canon also included some unique features and manual control options with this model. However, image quality is below average if you're planning to make large prints, and the camera's shot to shot delays are a significant disappointment. Read more in our Full Conclusion. |
Canon announced two new models to its popular SX-series of PowerShot digital cameras in August of 2012, one of which is the PowerShot SX500 IS. The SX500 is an affordable, sub-$300 camera with a whopping 30x optical zoom (that covers 24-720mm in 35mm terms), a 16-megapixel image sensor capable of recording HD video, a 3.0-inch LCD display, and the powerful DIGIC 4 image processor.
To handle the long zoom and keep your photos crisp and clear, Canon has included an upgraded AutoFocus system, Intelligent Image Stabilization, and Zoom Framing Assist -- a Canon technology which allows you to quickly zoom all the way out to a wide angle to relocate subjects after they've left your framing. Canon says this is particularly helpful when shooting animals or moving subjects, as in Zoom Framing Assist, lens retraction and extension are quicker than pressing the zoom buttons.
If you're looking to save some hard-earned cash and don't think you'll need the full 30x optical zoom, Canon has also announced the SX160 IS, which is virtually identical to the SX500 in features, save for the 16x optical zoom, smaller body profile, and the sub-$250 price tag.
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS Features:
- 30x optical zoom lens (24mm to 720mm)
- 16-megapixel image sensor
- 3.0-inch LCD display
- DIGIC 4 image processor
- HD Video Recording
- Smart AUTO Mode
- Intelligent Image Stabilization
- Zoom Framing Assist
The PowerShot SX500 IS has a MSRP of $299.99, and comes in any color you want as long as it's black. To see the most current pricing online, click our Lowest Price button at the top right of this page.
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