Canon PowerShot S300 2MP Digital ELPH Camera Kit w/ 3x Optical Zoom
by Canon

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Digital Photo Product Details

• 2.1 megapixel sensor creates 1600 x 1200 images for prints at sizes up to 8 x 10
• 3x optical plus 2.5x digital zoom lens with autofocus
• Included 8 MB CompactFlash memory card holds 12 images at default resolution
• Connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
• Uses NB-1L rechargeable lithium-ion battery, included; movie mode can record up to 30 seconds of 160 x 120 footage

• Adobe Photoshop CS5 Upgrade [Old Version]
• Serif PhotoPlus X3
• Pixelmator [Old Version]

Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon PowerShot S300 2MP Digital ELPH Camera Kit w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Customer Review: Instant gratification
Summary: 5 Stars

When I downloaded the photos to my Mac, I was actually quite satisfied with the photo quality. The medium range photos are particularly good, and I took a number of pictures in a dark bar that turned out great. No, they are not mind blowing, but the great content I have captured, which I probably wouldn't have with a bigger camera, far outweighs the fact that the resolution isn't a bit higher. And just to reiterate, the photo quality was my biggest worry, and I was not let down.

Also, the movie feature in incredibly cool. They are a touch grainy, but they kind of have that old school 8 mm quality, which I actually like. I shot some movie clips at night while walking down a dark sidewalk and they turned out great. The ability to view your movies and photos on TV is also an underrated function. Connecting to you TV is supereasy (just plug the camera into the video port with the included cable). And watching the mini-movies you make is a kick- sound and all.

This camera is incredibly easy to use, and its functions are very well designed. After a few hours you should be fairly adept at flipping through the various menus.

I just purchased this camera so I cannot comment on its reliability, but everything has worked perfectly so far. I have to say this is one of the coolest toys I've bought, and I have bought a lot of them. The fact that I can take unlimited pictures for a next-to-nothing cost is the greatest thing about digital cameras. You should be able to store about 650 photos at maximum resolution on a CDR for about $1.00. Everybody complains about the short battery life. It really isn't that short, particularly if you don't use the display too much. However, you won't want to have to worry about running out of juice so I recommend an extra battery. Just to give you an idea, a fully charged battery lasted me about 1.5 hours while constantly taking photos and using the display. I thought I could live without an extra battery, but one day's use and I have changed my mind.

One other thing you should know. I paid $.... for mine not including tax. Also, apparently there is an international model (with the same model number) that is not as well built and sells for a little less- at least, that is what I was told by one of these on-line electronics companies. I don't know what the technical differences are between the US and international model, but it is something to look out for.

Description of Canon PowerShot S300 2MP Digital ELPH Camera Kit w/ 3x Optical Zoom

The biggest new feature is the 3x optical zoom. While only a small step up from the original 2x, the new zoom requires a slightly enlarged body. Also added is a movie mode. The new movie mode allows up to 30 seconds of footage to be recorded at a resolution of 160 x 120. You can also record at 320 x 240 or 640 x 480 resolution, but the recording time shortens correspondingly.

The diminutive 1.5-inch color LCD screen remains small. However, the control scheme is slightly modified to incorporate the camera's new capabilities--a wheel now controls the camera mode and has a power button in its center. The S300 includes several white-balance presets, exposure compensation of +/- 2 EV in 1/3 EV increments, and a black-and-white mode. Essentially, the S300 is a classy digital point-and-shoot with enough features and control for most hobbyists.

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