Canon PowerShot SX230 HS Review

Review posted 4/19/2011
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The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS offers some very appealing options stuffed inside its petite frame. We were pleased with the camera's overall image quality and shooting performance, with only a few annoyances, many of which have been carried over from its predecessors. Overall the camera offers a great value if full HD video, long telephoto reach, and built-in GPS are among the features you desire. Read more in our Full Conclusion. |
Beyond the GPS functions, the PowerShot SX230 HS offers 1080p HD recording, a 12.1-Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor and a 14x optical zoom with image stabilization. The camera also comes equipped with a 3.0 inch LCD screen, Smart Auto functionality and Canon's HS system for higher quality low-light photos.
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS key features include:
- Slek and stylish body available in 3 colors (Black, Blue and Pink)
- 12.1-Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS image sensor
- 14x optical zoom with 28-392mm equivalent zoom range
- 3.0-inch LCD screen with 461K pixels and 100% frame coverage
- Canon's HS (High Sensitivity) system
- ISO settings from 100 - 3200
- Optical Image stabilization
- 1080p HD Video recording with stereo sound
- Smart AUTO (Face detection, focus, exposure)
- 21 different exposure settings, from Manual to various Scene modes
- Built-in, auto pop-up flash unit
- New Movie Digest and Super Slow Motion Movie options
- Li-ion battery pack (up to 210 shots per charge)
- Memory card slot for SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (Eye-Fi compatible)
- Built-in GPS functionality for Geotagging and logging
The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS is available now with a suggested retail price of $349.99 US.
What's in the box?:
What's in the box?:
- PowerShot SX230 HS Body
- Battery Pack NB-5L
- Battery Charger CB-2LX
- Wrist Strap WS-DC11
- AV Cable AVC-DC400ST
- USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
- Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
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