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Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras
Canon PowerShot digital cameras were first introduced in 1995 and now comprise one of the best-selling digital camera lines worldwide. A Canon PowerShot digital camera is known for having great image quality, versatility, and ease of use. The Canon PowerShot A series are budget cameras that use AA-sized batteries and are designed to be easy and fun to use. The G series include the flagship full-featured Canon PowerShot cameras with manual controls available. The SX series include the ultra zoom models, and the SD series, also known as the Canon PowerShot Digital ELPH, include their “performance and style” ultra compact point and shoot cameras. Our experts have selected the best Canon PowerShot camera below for different budgets, sizes, and desired uses.
Best Canon PowerShot Digital Camera Under $400
“**Whether you're a seasoned pro or simply looking for an entry-level camera** that's easy to carry and operate, you can't go wrong with…”
Specifications
- Zoom: 20.0x
- Resolution: 12.1MP
Best Cheap Canon PowerShot Digital Camera
“When fashion is your goal without sacrificing quality in a point and shoot camera, the Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS is my top pick for Best…”
“The Canon Powershot SD1200 IS Digital ELPH is an inexpensive--without being cheap--auto-only (with some manual overrides) ultra compact…”
Website Reviews
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 3.0x
- Resolution: 10.0MP
Best Ultra Compact Canon PowerShot Digital Camera Under $400
“The Powershot SD960 IS features a lightweight, compact design, that is very desirable for everyday usage. If you do not feel a super zoom…”
Website Reviews
- Rated Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 4.0x
- Resolution: 12.1MP
Best Ultra Compact Canon PowerShot Digital Camera
“While Canon's SD line of ultracompacts run the gamut from no-frills budget camera to high-resolution megapixel monsters, the SD880 is the…”
“The Canon PowerShot SD880 IS is the most affordable camera with the latest DGIC IV image processor in the Canon lineup. It has a sharp 4x…”
Website Reviews
- Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
- Rated Excellent by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 4.0x
- Resolution: 10.0MP
Best Canon PowerShot Digital Camera for Photos of Children or Pets
“Equipped with large pixels and a sharp 5x zoom lens, the Canon PowerShot G11 captures the delicate skin tones of kids and produces images…”
Specifications
- Zoom: 5.0x
- Resolution: 10.0MP
Best Canon PowerShot Digital Camera for Interior Photos
“Canon has released a similar camera in the SX200, although leaning in a different direction with it. It is a 12.1mp, and also boasts a 12x…”
Website Reviews
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 12.0x
- Wide-Angle Lens: 28mm (25% wider)
- Resolution: 12.1MP
Best Canon PowerShot Digital Camera for Low Light Photos Under $400
“Equipped with a stupendous 14.7 Megapixels resolution sensor, a sharp lens and the latest DIGIC IV image processing engine, the Canon…”
Website Reviews
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 3.7x
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- Resolution: 14.7MP
- Max ISO: 3200
Best Canon PowerShot Digital Camera for Action Photos
“Equipped with 12x super-zoom and fast performance, the Canon S3 IS will freeze action at the press of a button, and you won't miss the…”
“The Canon S3 is an older model in Canon's S-series of ultrazoom cameras, which does nearly everything the newer S5 does at a much cheaper…”
“If you prefer having IS, there is the Canon S3. It has 6 megapixels, 12x zoom (36mm - 432mm), and a swivel LCD. It can produce good…”
Website Reviews
- Highly Recommended at DPReview.com
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 12.0x
- Resolution: 6.0MP
- AF Shutter Lag: 0.4 - 0.5s
- Burst Speed: 2.3 fps
Best Canon PowerShot Digital Camera for Low Light Photos
“G10 is the latest flagship premium compact camera from Canon. This camera is a great photographic tool equipped with dedicated ISO dial…”
Website Reviews
- Recommended at DPReview.com
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 5.0x
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- Resolution: 14.7MP
- Max ISO: 3200
Best Cheap Canon PowerShot Digital Camera for Low Light Photos
“Canon has consistently matched rivals at increasing resolution while not compromising as much on low light image quality. The Canon A1000…”
Website Reviews
- Dave's Pick at Imaging-Resource.com
- Rated Very Good by CNET.com
Specifications
- Zoom: 4.0x
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- Resolution: 10.0MP
- Max ISO: 3200



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