Canon PowerShot SX20 IS Excellent Digital Camera
August 26, 2009 | Canon, Component, Digital Camera, Electronics, Gadgets | 2 CommentsSX20IS the Canon PowerShot digital camera features a 20x wide-angle (28mm) optical zoom which enlarges from 28 mm to 560mm providing excellent flexibility to the composition. The lens features both an Ultrasonic Motor (USM) and Voice Coil Motor (VCM) for fast, silent focus and zoom – making the camera unobtrusive and easy to use, whether shooting still images or sequences video. Combined with a wide angle view, the device is ideal for shooting wildlife photography or sports events.
To help users get the most out of the creative possibilities, the Canon PowerShot SX20IS compact camera includes a variable angle 2.5-inch PureColor LCD VA, which can be used in a wide variety of situations shooting macro -level to street photography – photographers offers maximum flexibility in developing their images.
The LCD screen is useful when shooting high definition video as well. The Canon SX20 IS camera can record HD video at 720p resolution and features a dedicated movie button for instant access to movies still shooting mode instantly and still images while recording video. The inclusion of a mini-HDMI port facilitates the reading of images on compatible TVs. The all-digital connection, HDMI offers many advantages, including an incredible level of detail of the image and the reproduction of Canon PowerShot SX20 IS CD-quality stereo sound.
The 12.1 million pixel image sensor can capture every moment in incredible detail with Canon’s DIGIC 4 image processing for high image quality, responsive operation and advanced noise reduction . Shots are reinforced by Optical Image Stabilizer (IS), which helps to reduce camera shake and blur. This gives users a 4-stop advantage when it comes to shooting in low light conditions making the camera easy to use indoors or at night without using flash.
More experienced users can also choose to use their own favorite presets or even opt for manual control, making the Canon PowerShot SX20 IS an excellent all-rounder for all levels of experience in photography. To make the Canon SX20 is as easy to use as possible, it offers an improved version of Smart Auto Mode Camera With Scene Detection Technology. This automatically detects faces, distance, motion, color and brightness in the picture with the camera choose one variable 22 stage to optimize the settings for best results.
Face Detection, Face timer and automatic red-eye correction make shooting even easier. In addition, the Canon PowerShot SX20 IS combats blur with the camera Motion Detection Technology and Servo AF / AE, which allows users to select a topic in while the camera continuously adjusts the design focus and exposure. Continuous Shooting AF autofocus adjustments between shots – so users can capture action with clarity – ideal for shooting birds in flight or sports action high octane. [via letsgodigital]
