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Canon's PowerShot SX120 is a lower-mid range digital camera that focuses on being easy to use while offering higher zoom capacity than the more compact PowerShot point-and-shoot models. It has a 10x optical zoom with built-in image stabilization, and uses Canon's DIGIC 4 Image processor that enhances image clarity, in particular in low-lighting scenarios. It also has an "Easy Mode" that automatically selects from numerous pre-programmed shooting modes and optimizes image quality based on particular lighting situations. This is in addition to numerous user-selectable shooting modes. It has a 3.0-inch diagonal LCD screen to view images and take pictures. The SX120 has a larger form factor than the more compact PowerShot models, and uses AA batteries instead of a rechargeable battery pack. The ISO speed ranges from 80 to 1600.
MSRP $249.00
Release date September, 2009
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Features
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- 10.0 Megapixel resolution
- EASY mode for automatic shot selection
- Numerous preset shooting modes (see manufacturer page for full range)
- 3.0-inch diagonal LCD display
- 10x optical zoom
- Optical image stabilizer
- 15 - 1/2500 sec. shutter speed
- 2 or 10-second self timer
- Uses AA batteries
- ISO speed range 80-1600
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Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
• Canon PowerShot SX120IS 10MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Images Stabilized Zoom and 3-inch LCD
• PowerShot SX120IS Black Digital Camera
UPC: 013803114201
EAN: 013803114201
MPN: SX120IS
Competitors
MSRP $230.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- 12x optical zoom
- uses capacious, inexpensive and easy to find SD/SDHC flash cards
- smile, blink and face detection
Cons
- uses 4 AA batteries (no rechargeable battery pack)
- GE is not a well known camera manufacturer, slightly lame
- large and bulky
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
vs.
GE X3
MSRP $299.95
Released February, 2009
Pros
- 15x optical zoom
- 3" LCD screen
- face detection
Cons
- powered by AA batteries
- doesn't like certain SD/SDHC cards
- does not work with cheaper rechargeables that drop below 1.2V after light use
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
vs.
Nikon Coolpix L100
MSRP $279.95
Released April, 2009
Pros
- 10x optical zoom
- shoots high definition 720p video with sound
- 10.1 megapixels
Cons
- supports Memory Stick Duo cards only - more expensive and harder to find than other types
- lacks wide-angle zoom
- USB port is located on the bottom of the camera
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
vs.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20
MSRP $250.00
Released July, 2009
The EasyShare Z950 is a higher-end consumer digital camera from Kodak. Advertised as offering 'pro-like' performance, the Z950 utilizes a Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon lens with 10x optical zoom, shooting at a resolution of up to 12 megapixels. Optical, but not digital, image stabilization is included, minimizing the effect of camera shake. Kodak also builds in...
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
vs.
Kodak EasyShare Z950
MSRP $249.99
Released March, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- 12x optical zoom
- uses AA batteries
Cons
- does not record video in high definition
- zoom is noisy during video recording
- uses AA batteries
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
vs.
Fujifilm FinePix S1500
Reviews
September 24, 2009
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Pros
- great image quality
- uses a standard USB cable
- easy to use
- uses standard easy to find, capacious, and affordable SD/SDHC memory cards
- 10x optical zoom
- affordable price
- AA batteries are easy to find and replace when in a tight spot
- optical image stabilization
Cons
- uses AA batteries instead of a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery pack
- does not record video in high definition (VGA only)
- no optical zoom in movie mode
- bulky and heavy - not an aesthetically pleasing camera
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October 6, 2009
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Pros
- great image quality
- uses a standard USB cable
- easy to use
- uses standard easy to find, capacious, and affordable SD/SDHC memory cards
Cons
- uses AA batteries instead of a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery pack
- does not record video in high definition (VGA only)
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