If you are looking for some actual user friendly feedback, facts, detailed and concise overview of the Canon SX130 camera then you’ve come to the right place.
I know a lot about this camera from extensive research and experience and listed below I’ve organized all my research into a concise summary to help others decide if this digital camera is right for them also.
Before I get into the important points that you need to know, I first want to say that there are a lot of cameras on the market and
it really does pay to look them carefully as they are not all the same as the materials and functionality vary widely.
So putting all the hype aside about what’s the best, lets just look at the facts.
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Canon SX130 Review
Model: Canon SX130
This Canon SX130 Review will probe the features of Canon Powershot SX130, one of three digital compact camera models
that Canon launched in 2010. The SX 130 has a 12x zoom lens with a 12 megapixel CCD sensor. It lies mid-range between the 14x zoom and 14 megapixel CCD sensor of its predecessor, the SX 210 IS, and the 10x zoom and 10 megapixel CMOS sensor of the Powershot 2D4500 IS. The good news for shooters is the Canon SX130 price..it’s the lowest among digital cameras in its class.
This Canon digital camera produces excellent colors that are vivid, bright, and comes out quite accurate results from our lab
tests. A little saturation is lost above ISO 800, but not as much as what I’ve seen from other cameras in its competition range. You also get very good white balance and exposure.
The barrel distortion of this Canon Powershot is held in check by its wide-angle lens; there’s a tiny bit, but it’s not something worth bothering with. There’s very good center sharpness, while the lens stays consistent on the corners and to the sides. Most Canon Powershot camera reviews mention that Canon doesn’t do much to remove or reduce fringing in those areas of the photo that are high-contrast. But a lot of fringing is produced by most megazoom cameras, so it’s no surprise that Canon SX130 belongs to this group. If you do not generally view your pictures at full size, or it’s not an issue for you to remove it using photo-editing software, then it’s no big deal.
The video quality is about the same as an HD pocket video camera. It may not be spectacular or serve as a replacement for a full-size camcorder, but it certainly does its job very well for use on the Web, or just casual viewing using an HDTV. You can use the optical zoom while recording video, and you don’t have to worry about the stereo mic picking up noise coming from the lens movement, because it’s very quiet.
The Canon SX130’s predecessor, the Canon SX120 IS, was a fairly decent digital compact megazoom, but it had less features, a bulkier design, and a slower performance than its competition. The Canon SX130 IS bridges this gap in features among digital cameras in its class, and it can claim to be the only compact megazoom that’s readily available for shooting using AA batteries – with manual and semi-annual shooting modes to boot. When you combine this with its affordable price and excellent picture quality, then one can say it’s definitely a front-runner in its line. I can say in this Canon SX130 review, that this Canon digital camera is definitely a very good buy in its class, with the only minor drawback being its slow performance.
The good: The Canon SX130 has excellent photo quality, features for its class; semi manual, manual shooting modes; uses AA-size batteries.
The bad: The Canon SX130 is on the slow side for shooting performance; bulky, heavy body.
The bottom line: This Canon SX130 is budget-friendly, is a solid, compact megazoom for those who prize creative control and photo quality more than fast shooting performance or a small, lightweight design.
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This Canon SX130 Review discusses the features of one of the three Canon compact megazooms in 2010, the PowerShot SX130 IS. Some of the features it shares with its linemate, the SX210 IS, include manual and semi-manual shooting modes, as well as 720p HD movie capture. The SX 130 IS is longer, with its14-megapixel CCD sensor and 14x zoom lens, compared to the 12-megapixel CCD sensor and 12x zoom of the Canon Powershot SX130. In contrast, PowerShot SD4500 IS, one of the models of Canon’s Digital Elph line, has a 10x zoom with 10 megapixel CMOS sensor.
Although the SX130 IS has the midrange specs, it’s the most basic and affordable among the three Canon digital cameras. It’s a very good camera for shooters who want more control to show their creativity than any model in its competition, as well as excellent picture quality for its class. The slight drawback is in shooting performance, but it’s still on equal footing among cameras in its price range.
A Canon SX130 Review won’t be complete without talking about the Canon SX130 design, which is basically has not changed from the SX 120 IS, its predecessor. A few styling changes include an improved front grip, the addition of stereo mics above and in front of the wider, longer lens. However, it’s still a bit heavy and bulky, particularly when you compare it with other compact megazooms in its competition. One of the reasons for this is due to the use of two AA batteries as the power source, while competing manufacturers moved on to rechargeable packs. For the Canon SX130, you’ll need to keep in mind that battery life is short if you’re using alkaline batteries, so make sure to use NiMH batteries if you intend to have longer photo sessions.
At the back you’ll find that the controls are basically the same as that of the Canon SX120 IS, and the only minor change is that they placed the Playback button on the thumbrest’s right, instead of the left. You can find the display menu, face detection, and exposure compensation buttons below and above the navigational scroll wheel on the right of the 3-inch LCD. The screen is bright enough, though it may be a little hard to see in direct sunlight for some. For ISO sensitivity there are left, right, top, and bottom pressure points and a Function/Set button surrounded by the navigational wheel. There are tactile stops on the wheel to help you prevent overshooting what you’re trying to select. We end this Canon SX130 Review by saying that all-in-all, the Canon SX130 is easy to learn and operate, although even veteran Canon users may wish to examine the manual in full in the software disc to take advantage of its many features
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While this Canon SX130 Review is short, it’s also insightful so you can learn more about the features of the Canon Powershot SX130 – one of three compact megazoom models that Canon launched in 2010. The Canon SX130 has a 12 megapixel CCD sensor coupled with a 12x zoom lens. Its predecessor, the SX 210 IS has a longer 14x zoom lens and 14 megapixel CCD sensor while the Powershot 2D4500 IS has a 10x zoom coupled with 10 megapixel CMOS sensor. Even though it’s in the middle range, the Canon SX 130 IS, is the most affordable digital camera in this line.
You will find the reliable Canon Smart Auto on the dial, which is a feature that analyzes your subject, then automatically selects from 28 specially defined settings to fit the scene in the most appropriate manner. There’s an Easy mode if you opt for full automatic shooting without access to any menu, and a Movie mode if you want to capture clips at high resolutions of up to 720p HD. It likewise offers the ability to shoot utilizing Color Accent, Color Swap, and Miniature Effect modes.
A little drawback is shooting performance, which is fairly slow, but this is a reality among other cameras in this class. It takes about 2 seconds from off to first shot. It takes about 3 seconds average for shot-to-shot times without the flash, while the wait time doubles if you use the flash. In bright lighting, it takes a minimum of 0.6 second to capture the image after pressing the shutter release – the shutter lag time. It’s a good thing in only takes 0.8 second in low, though sometimes it feels longer. You can choose between two main options for continuous shooting: with autofocus on every shot; or one where you set the exposure and focus with the first shot.
The latter is faster, capturing at about 1 frame per second. The continuous option with AF slows down to about 0.6fps. Add in the shutter lag for the first shot and you’ll have to be pretty good at anticipating action to get the shot you want. The Canon SX 130 creates excellent pictures for its class, even though it’s best used below ISO 200, like most digital compact cameras. You’ll notice an increase in noise at ISO 400, as well as softness from noise reduction. At full size, you can still see fine details even up to ISO 1,600, enabling you to use pictures at small sizes. Above ISO 1,600 however, increased noise cause a little yellow blotching.
We end this short Canon SX130 Review by saying that the Canon SX130 is an excellent Canon digital camera that’s easy learn and use. As in all fine gadgets, it’s best to make a review of the full manual to take advantage of its many features – even if you’re a veteran shooter.
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This is a brief Canon SX130 Review that describes the features of one of three Canon compact megazoom models launched in 2010. The Canon SX130 shares a number of features with the SX 210 IS, its linemate, including both manual and semi-manual shooting modes, and 720 HD movie capture. It has a 12x zoom lens and 12-megapixel CCD sensor, compared to the SX 210’s longer 14x zoom and 14 megapixel CCD sensor and the Powershot 2D4500 IS 10x zoom lens and 10 megapixel CMOS sensor. The Canon SX 130 is the lowest priced digital camera in this line, even though it’s in the middle range.
You can access the memory card slot and batteries in the bottom compartment of this Canon digital camera, which is secured through a locking door, which holds the batteries in place. There’s a small door on the right side on the Canon SX130 review body where you can find a USB/AV port to connect to an external display or a computer. There’s also a DC input if you opt to power the camera using an optional adapter.
You can experiment with a wide variety of options for shooting on the Canon Powershot SX130. Its multiple modes include aperture-priority, shutter priority, as well as manual options. You can choose apertures from: f8.0, f7.1, f6.3, f5.6, f5.0, f4.5, f4.0, and f3.4. Apertures are available depending on your zoom position, although you can choose from the full range if you’re using this Canon camera at the wide end. Its shutter speeds can go from 1/2500 second up to 15 seconds – a wider range than most of the cameras in its class.
Three common shooting modes; Landscape, Portrait, and Kids & Pets of the Canon SX 130 are found on the actual Mode dial, while more specialized scene types such as Snow, Low Light, Fireworks, Beach, and Foliage are under an SCN spot on the dial. You can also find the creative shooting modes such as Color Accent, Color Swap, Miniature Effect, Super Vivid, and Fisheye Effect under SCN, and the Smart Shutter option as well. This is a feature with smile-activated shutter release, added to the Wink and Face Detection self-timers. By simply winking at the camera, the Wink detection self-timer allows you to set off the shutter. If you use the Face Detection option, the camera will wait until it detects a new face in front before firing off a shot. Both of these options work very well.
To sum up this Canon SX130 Review, I can say that the Canon Powershot SX130 is a very good digital camera that’s easy to operate and learn. It’s best to review the full manual in the software disc, even if you’re an experienced photographer, to benefit from its many features.
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A Canon SX130 review is not complete without mentioning the great photo shots you will collect with this Canon digital camera, specially the good times you will have with your family and friends. There’s nothing better than being able to create excellent pictures from the happy times you spend with them, whether it’s on vacation, a party, or just taking a stroll around the park for some fresh air. Surely you’ll want to relive those moments just by looking at your photos.
Those happy memories will always be there through your photos… and most of us count on digital camera technology to record these happy moments. For me, there’s no camera that’s better able to do this job than the Canon SX130 review IS. It’s packed with picture a resolution of 12.1 megapixels – making sure your photo results will catch the smallest detail so you won’t miss anything. There’s no worry about losing picture quality when editing your image, whether you want to enlarge it or crop a section before printing it. You even have the option to make a very clear 13 x 19 inch poster with it. Great huh?
This Canon digital camera is built with the latest DIGIC 4 Image Processors, setting it apart from the competition. It will deliver top quality images better with noise reduction even at high ISO speeds. The Canon SX130 IS is ideal for taking group shots using wide angle. Canon provides a solution if you have trouble not getting the whole group in one photo shot, just adjust the 12x optical zoom with its broad range from telephoto (336mm) to wide angle (28mm. That’s why you can count on the Canon SX130 when shooting a large group.
This Canon Powershot camera makes extraordinary video shooting because of its ability to record a 720p HD video while you’re using optical zoom, plus stereo sound. No need to worry about shaky camera problems when zooming on your subject. Zooming in or out is no problem with the Canon Optical Image Stabilizer, which makes sure you don’t lose image quality doing it.
I end this Canon SX130 review by saying I believe it’s the only camera you need to record every precious moment.
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This Canon SX130 review takes a close look at the feature updates from the previous year’s long zoom SX120 IS Canon digital camera model. The Canon Powershot SX130 has a slightly higher resolution at 12 megapixel sensor compared to its predecessor SX 120’s 10 megapixels. Canon also increased the sensor size a little bit from 1/2.5 inch to 1/2.3 inch. This Canon digital camera has a body that’s designed in a similar way to its preceding model, though it’s slightly bigger having dimensions of 4.5 x 2.9 x 1.8 inches (about 113 x 73 x 46mm), and weighing a little more to 11.1 ounces (314g), which includes the battery and flash card.
The Canon SX120 IS couples its 12 megapixel CCD sensor with a more powerful optical zoom lens at 12x, and also offers a telephoto setting range from a handy 28mm wide-angle to an intense 336 mm setting. This increase in reach at the wide-angle end has a price though, because the brightness is a bit less from the previous SX 120 IS, with maximum aperture settings from f/5.6 at telephoto to f/3.4 at wide angle. As most Canon Powershot reviews will tell you, the “IS” in the Canon SX130’s name means Image Stabilization technology, which basically aids in fighting the effects of blurring from camera shake. This is a particularly important factor at longer focal lengths.
You can review the images framed on a 3-inch color LCD display at 230,000 pixels. As with most long-zoom cameras, you won’t find an optical viewfinder on this Canon digital camera as well. The Canon SX130 also offers a variety of Scene modes as well as Program auto mode, and it also provides manual control of the aperture and/or shutter. Canon also includes face detection functionality linked to the autofocus system, plus white balance and exposure metering systems to ensure correct exposure for portraits.
For A-F assist focusing in dim light, this Canon Powershot model provides a bright orange LED. You can also choose from a wide range of customizations and adjustments if you’re an experienced photographer. These include ISO sensitivities that cover a broad range from ISO80 to ISO 1,600; various metering modes that include Face Detect AE, Center spot, Center-weighted average, and Evaluative mode; and white balance options covering Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten, Fluorescent H, Custom, and Flash. The Canon SX 130 has a slightly reduced flash range when you opt for automatic control for ISO sensitivity, providing a maximum reach of 8.2 feet at telephoto, and 9.8 feet at wide angle.
We sum this Canon SX 130 review by recommending that this Canon digital camera is a very good for buy for cameras in its price range. The Canon PowerShot SX130 IS retails for US$250 and it began shipping late August 2010.
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