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 A point and shoot for the DSLR guy March 15, 2010
Greenkiwi
After years of having two cameras, a little tiny point and shoot (Canon SD1000) and a full DSLR, I was finding myself getting more and more frustrated with the P&S, basically, I stopped taking it with me because the pictures it took were generally just "snapshots". I'd compose my picture, take it, look at it when I got home and there would be something wrong. I've now had the S90 for 3 months and have started looking forward to pictures taken with it again. It gives you control where you need it (in the two programmable rings) and has excellent image quality.
While it is not as small as the elph, it does still fit in my pockets and takes such better pictures that I haven't looked back. The elph has been relegated to my accident camera stored in the glove box of my car.
One thing to note, there is a metal grip that I've purchased for the S90 and easily affixed to the front. It is the same width as the lens, so it doesn't make the camera any wider, but it makes it even easier to use.
Very Happy with this Camera -- So Far. March 15, 2010
Jake S. (California, USA)
First, to address my star ratings. Only four stars for portability, and only because I know that there are smaller cameras that fit more easily into a pocket. You may find this one to be a little tight in your front pants pocket. I'm am quite pleased with the portability, however. I bought a Canon case over the internet that I am quite pleased with. It's called a canon PSC-900, and it's made for this camera. Check out the reviews on amazon.com. It's very low profile, and looks great. I gave two stars for the battery because the battery life is quite disappointing. Today was the first day that I used the camera. I didn't take many photos. I'd guess maybe fortyish. I did tinker with it last knight, exploring its various functions. Today, I turned it off and on repeatedly, took photographs, and tried several different functions. Next thing I knew, the battery icon was down to one bar, and blinking. The battery life on my old Canon G1 puts this to shame. Sure, it has a bigger battery. But, hey, it's a old camera. What happened to modern advances. Even so, I don't plan to return the camera. I'll just buy a back-up battery, and take my charger with me when I travel. Notwithstanding the forgoing, I am very happy with this camera - so far. I'm just an amateur photographer. I take snapshots at family gatherings, etc. But there's another part of me... my inner Ansel Adams, maybe an inner Cartier-Bresson, that yearns to breathe free. I even bought an expensive film camera some time ago in the hopes that it might stir something deep inside me. I bought an enlarger, too (with all that goes with it), so as to exercise complete creative control over the finished product. No more letting those labs guys at Savon (or wherever) make me look like an amateur. Well, unfortunately, I usually don't have my fancy film camera with me. It's a hassle lugging it around, and it's hard to be discreet with that camera. Also, I'm afraid I'll get mugged for my camera by some crackhead while I'm exploring my inner street photographer. Oh, yea. I still haven't taken the enlarger out of the box -and it's been a long time since I bought it. A very long time. The S90 was a breath of fresh air. I really enjoyed taking pictures with it, today. I was able to mingle with the crowd, and go pretty much unnoticed. I took a few pictures that I was fairly happy with, and I thought the camera was easy to use. With a little practice, I'll should be able to master its many features. It has lot of good features that allow for creative control - and for such a small camera. I printed out several of today's photos, and I was impressed by the image quality. It feels solid, too. It feels like a quality product. I haven't used the software, yet. So far, I've just used my basic Iphoto program, and tinkered with the photos a little. I'm very pleased with the video, too. I know, I know. It isn't HD. Hey, who am I? Steven Speilberg? I don't think so. I'm not filming Raiders of the Lost Ark. I'll just use it for small video clips of family and friends - treasured memories, to bring a smile to my face. You know, I'll bet a talented, creative, photographer could make some amazing pictures on this camera. Also, if I had the best camera money could buy, I'll bet my photos would still reveal me to be an amateur. I think, for most people, this is a camera that they can have a lot of fun with, and take the occasional photo that they can feel quite proud of. Well, this has just been a review of initial impressions. I hope it helps.
 lens error restart camera after less than 2 weeks and 100 pictures March 13, 2010
C. vang
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
As all the reviews have said, this camera delivers sharp stunning pictures. with a price tag of $399, I was very careful with it...no even laying it down without some soft pad. Unfortunately, after a mere 2 weeks and less than 100 pictures I get the infamous 'lens error'. didn't really know about this until I started goggling it.
Anyhow, here's the details. Prior to this, all I took was test photos...a few there and a few there...then I took my kids to chuck e cheeses and took about 20 pictures and the error just came up. I noticed that the camera was fairly warm when this happened. Putting a fresh battery did nothing. I waited and waited till the camera cooled down and it worked again. I tried again and after about 20 pics, same thing.
with the sheer amount of complaints about this issue and experiencing it myself, i'm not sure if i'm willing to buy cannon again
great fotos in ANY light. Quick shutter! Yay! March 11, 2010
D. keenan (Seattle, WA USA)
When I heard that I could own a point and shoot camera with a fast (2.0) lens for around $400 I was thrilled. No more waiting for the camera to focus while the shot
'went away'. This little camera takes such good pictures in any amount of light that it's a little like magic. The auto setting exposes perfectly every time in (again) any light situation. I shoot a lot indoors and outside at night and the pics are simply beautiful. If you are looking for these features, go!
 Best small camera for low light photos March 11, 2010
thReviewMan (San Diego, CA)
I bought this camera because it is supposed to be able to take great low light pictures without a flash and it is much more portable than other cameras that do well in low light. This camera lives up to the expectations. It takes great pictures and is compact enough to bring almost everywhere. The button layout and ease of use is not the best, but it doesn't matter much because the great low light performance out shines all the other weirdness of this camera. I hate using the flash and now I hardly ever have to.
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