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Canon PowerShot S90 10MP Digital Camera with 3.8X Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3-Inch LCD (Old Model)
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Brand | Canon |
Model Name | S90IS |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 10 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/1.7 inches |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/1600 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
Form Factor | Compact |
About this item
- New 10-megapixel High Sensitivity System; DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- Improved low-light image performance, plus a Low Light scene mode for ISO settings up to 12,800
- Customizable control ring for easy access and operation of manual or other creative shooting settings
- Wide-angle 3.8x optical zoom with Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer; bright f/2.0 lens
- RAW + JPEG shooting and recording modes; capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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Picture quality | 4.5 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Zoom | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Image stabilization | 3.7 | 4.0 | — | 4.6 | 4.5 | — |
Easy to use | — | 4.1 | 2.4 | — | — | 4.5 |
Value for money | — | 3.6 | — | — | 5.0 | 4.5 |
Sold By | A.M.F store | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Pandos-US | YOODEE | Jckduhan-US |
display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches | — | 2.8 inches | 2.8 inches | 2.8 inches |
lens type | zoom | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Fisheye | Macro | Macro |
zoom type | Optical, Digital | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom, Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom |
shooting modes | Scene | Automatic, Portrait, Landscape, Macro | Easy | Automatic | Program | Automatic, Easy |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | USB | USB | Type C | USB | USB |
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Auto Focus Technology | Multi-area, Single, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 461,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/1.7 inches |
Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
Effective Still Resolution | 10 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 10 MP |
White balance settings | Auto |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Fine |
Camera Flash | Built-In |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Video Capture Format | AVC |
Video Capture Resolution | 480p |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
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Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Are Batteries Included | No |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
Removable Memory | Multimedia Card, Secure Digital Card |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 0.9 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus card |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Amateur, Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Form Factor | Compact |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
Lens Type | zoom |
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Optical Zoom | 3.8 x |
Digital Zoom | 4 x |
Maximum Aperture | 2 f |
Minimum Aperture | 2.0 |
Zoom Type | Optical, Digital |
Autofocus Points | 1 |
Compatible Mountings | Canon |
Focus Type | Autofocus & Manual |
Maximum Focal Length | 105 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 28 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 3200 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/1600 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Scene |
Model Name | S90IS |
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Brand | Canon |
Model Number | S90IS |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #162,505 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,010 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
ASIN | B002LITT42 |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Battery Charger, Battery, Neck Strap |
Assembly Required | No |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | Digic 4 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.94 x 2.3 x 1.22 inches |
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Item Weight | 175 Grams |
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Product Description
By combining a 10 megapixel CCD sensor and Canon's advanced DIGIC 4 Image Processor, the PowerShot S90 offers dramatic low light sensitivity with minimal noise. Impressive ISO 3200 capability reduces blur and subject movement for crisp photos with spectacular sharpness and clarity. The S90 boasts an incredibly slim profile and lightweight body for true pocket-sized convenience. For the photographer that never wants to miss an opportunity, the S90 the high quality camera that you can carry every day. With an equivalent zoom range of 28-105mm, Canon's 3.8x Optical Zoom Lens captures everything from sweeping landscapes to telephoto action shots with ease. An impressive f/2.0 aperture allows you to create dramatic portraits by emphasizing your subject's face and blurring the background with a soft, shallow depth-of-field.
From the Manufacturer
Canon’s storied S Series gets a revitalized new leader in the slimmer, lighter, new PowerShot S90, the perfect everyday camera for people who are serious about great photography. Image quality is superb thanks to the new High Sensitivity System and higher ISO speeds, plus an exceptionally bright f/2.0 lens that makes portraits and low-light shots come to life. Photography enthusiasts will love the new control ring at the base of the lens barrel, designed for intuitive, pro-style manual control.
PowerShot S90 Highlights
New 10-megapixel sensor coupled with Canon’s DIGIC 4 Image Processor
The PowerShot S90 employs a newly developed, 10-megapixel High Sensitivity System by combining a powerful CCD sensor and Canon’s DIGIC 4 Image Processor. Thanks to this technological advancement, the S90 is dramatically more sensitive than cameras with identical megapixel counts, and delivers spectacular images with minimal noise. Increased sensitivity demands a higher ISO speed, and the PowerShot S90 delivers with a new maximum setting of ISO 3,200. Blur and camera shake are notably reduced for the ultimate in sharpness and clarity.
In addition, a new Low Light mode lets you capture images in an astonishing range of conditions. The camera automatically adjusts the ISO speed from ISO 320 to ISO 12,800 in relation to ambient brightness, subject movement and camera shake.
Compact and pocket-sized camera for everyday use for the advanced amateur
Serious photography buffs never want to miss a shooting opportunity, and that means keeping a high-quality camera on hand at all times. With a robust feature set that meets an advanced amateur’s exacting standards, the compact PowerShot S90 fits the bill. The S90 boasts an incredibly slim profile and lightweight body for pocket-sized convenience, yet packs in advanced capabilities that make every image memorable. It’s the perfect take-along complement to your camera collection.
Bright f/2.0 lens, great for shooting in low light conditions or using a shallow depth-of-field
The S90 sports an f/2.0 aperture, perfect for creating enticing portraits, by drawing attention to the face and blurring the background with its impressively shallow depth-of-field. The Macro setting lets you get even closer. The large aperture also does more. It lets you capture more nuances in low light shooting by using more of the available light. You’ll be ready for anything with a lens aperture larger than even many professional sizes.
Customizable control ring for easy access and operation of manual settings
Focus, Exposure, ISO, Step Zoom, or White Balance can now be adjusted more precisely than ever with the S90’s new control ring. It’s even more intuitive and quicker than the usual 2-button control and the S90 lets you decide which function the ring will adjust.
3.8x optical zoom in action Wide-angle 3.8x optical zoom (equivalent to 28-105mm) with Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer
The PowerShot S90 features Canon's precision 28mm Wide-Angle Lens that allows you to shoot any scene from wide-angle to telephoto. It lets you capture more in every frame, so everyone fits in a family gathering shot. When it's time to take a closer look, a 3.8x optical zoom (35mm equivalent 28-105mm) greatly minimizes camera shake and maximizes the brilliance of every detail. The camera uses a USM (Ultrasonic Motor) for high-speed, quiet, energy-efficient lens movement with precise control. Focal length is conveniently indicated on the lens barrel.
Full range of shooting and recording modes including RAW + JPEG
The PowerShot S90's RAW mode lets you shoot images without JPEG compression. It gives you clearer images and complete creative control in editing. RAW images are transferred directly to the computer where they can then be edited using image adjustment software or a processing application to adjust your images as you please. The camera can also be set to allow the simultaneous recording of both RAW and JPEG images while shooting.
Also, with 25 Shooting Modes including 17 Special Scene Modes, you're ready for whatever shot comes your way.
Large, 3.0-inch PureColor System LCD Large 3.0-inch PureColor System LCD
With a high resolution stemming 461,000 dots, a high contrast ratio and a wide viewing angle, the PowerShot S90 captures the more subtle variations of color in a scene to make all your images truer to the real thing. The LCD’s multiple coatings prevent visual interference from dust, scratches and reflection.
What's in the Box
- PowerShot S90 Body
- NB-6L Battery Pack
- Battery Charger CB-2LY
- Neck Strap WS-DC9
- Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
- USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
- AV Cable AVC-DC400
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Customers like the quality, portability, and ease of use of the digital camera. For example, they mention it produces very good images, it's small enough to carry in your pocket, and has tons of manual controls. Customers are also impresseded with the quality and light performance, saying it takes great pictures in low light.
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Customers like the image quality of the camera. They mention that it produces very good images, the resulting images were bright and had great color. The camera LCD is breathtaking, and it takes great pictures in low light. It also takes great underwater pictures, and allows you to look at the image and see it progress from light to dark. The large LCD screen on the back of the product shows excellent detail and reproduces color well. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of this digital camera.
"...Extensive and easy to access manual adjustments.* Best image quality available for its class, especially low light - I hate using flash.*..." Read more
"...I've (gasp) dropped it onto concrete once. Still taking great pics!!! I really like the flexibility and the features...." Read more
"...resolution display on this camera shows excellent detail and reproduces color well, thus giving you a much more accurate preview of the photo...." Read more
"...I should say the low-light close up pictures are very impressive, at least compared with the other 2, and with ISO 800, there is not much grains,..." Read more
Customers like the portability of the camera. They say it's small enough to carry in their pocket, and the best compact camera they have ever used. The S90 fits easily in looser pockets and is easy to handle.
"...to cameras with larger sensors and lenses but it is impressive for a camera this size. The lens-mounted control ring is great...." Read more
"...On the other hand, if you're looking for something very simple, small and/or low-cost, then this is not the camera for you.PREFACE:..." Read more
"...This camera easily fits in any pocket, but I'm pretty sure that pocket lint and dust is what did in my last compact camera...." Read more
"...have pointed out, the range of features is remarkable in such a small, well-constructed camera, but there are several modest but significant..." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that the barrel is very useful and easy to control, it has tons of manual controls, and the ability to make manual settings. The interface is well thought out and the control ring feels intuitive. They also say the camera is very simple, small, and low-cost.
"...Still taking great pics!!! I really like the flexibility and the features. No regrets whatsoever with this little camera!..." Read more
"...It does provide a wider range of post-editing options, however in my experience, the images still looked very much the same...." Read more
"...On the other hand, if you're looking for something very simple, small and/or low-cost, then this is not the camera for you.PREFACE:..." Read more
"...The manual controls are exceptional, the combination of frontal ring, back ring and shortcut button make it easy to change configurations and..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the camera. They say it is a simple to use camera that takes high quality photos. They also say it's a great point and shoot camera that is good for street photography. Customers also mention that the body is decent enough, but the plastic dials are not very good. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...run almost invisibly, e.g. no flash, AF assist lamp or beeps, great for candid shots...." Read more
"...out, the range of features is remarkable in such a small, well-constructed camera, but there are several modest but significant frustrations which..." Read more
"...Canon S90 IS has a slim, low profile look, so it is very good for street photography...." Read more
"...The camera body seems decent enough, but the plastic dials, especially the menu control, are so sloppy that the camera creaks and rattles as you..." Read more
Customers like the light of the camera. They say it does a fantastic job in low light situations, is truly impressive, and takes in so much light that it really seems like magic. They also say the camera has image stabilization, a low-light mode, and a much larger viewing screen. They mention that the flash lights up a dark room nicely, and the low light shots are unbelievably clear. They like that the camera takes excellent pictures in lowlight without flash, and that they can easily change the feeling of light with the loose wheel in the back.
"...The quality is really good (even cranked up to ISO 800). It shoots well in low light...." Read more
"...LOW LIGHT CAPABILITY - I am usually never happy with the way photos turn out using the flash on a compact camera... The lighting just tends to..." Read more
"...This camera takes in so much light it really seems like magic.The event I was documenting was in a very dimly lit room...." Read more
"...However, Canon S90 IS is better in low light condition.[..." Read more
Customers like the value of the digital camera. They mention that it's a versatile, compact, and capable camera for the price. Some say that the camera is a value-performance product, and is worth its weight and size.
"...other hand, if you're looking for something very simple, small and/or low-cost, then this is not the camera for you.PREFACE:..." Read more
"...in both categories having great ISO performance and a great aperture value at 28mm...." Read more
"...It is certainly not a bad camera; it is just very over-priced and over-hyped...." Read more
"...But if you're at all adaptable, this little gem is worth every penny...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the build quality of the digital camera. Some mention that the built quality is pretty good, and the camera feels like a solid piece of soap bar. However, others say that they do not like the buildquality of the camera, and complain about the ergonomics and reliability issues. They also say that the low-quality lenses that these cameras use make it more vulnerable to damage.
"...The quality is really good (even cranked up to ISO 800). It shoots well in low light...." Read more
"...great disappointment, the pros stop there, except that benefit, this sturdily and beautifully built camera (made in japan)with exhaustive features..." Read more
"...too big if anything - it does battery life no favors and makes it more vulnerable to damage...." Read more
"...Simply judging by the way it feels in the hand, the build quality is just average...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the flash of the digital camera. Some say that it's very powerful for a camera this size, and easy to use. However, others say that the flash can be annoying and pops up next to their left hand.
"...Aside from the flash being a rather awkward place, the camera will satisfy most buyers...." Read more
"...If I want to do that, I'll take my DSLR with me. The S90 has a small pop up flash that is adequate for most needs...." Read more
"...Second, the location of the pop-up flash is absurd: it's at the top left front corner of the camera, exactly where my left index finger is all the..." Read more
"...The location of the flash is unfortunate in that it pops into left my hand as I try to shoot...the only other hand-hold would seem to be cupping the..." Read more
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* Truly portable. Jeans or shirt pocket.
* Something that will survive there. Molded metal, not token pressed metal covers or plastic.
* Extensive and easy to access manual adjustments.
* Best image quality available for its class, especially low light - I hate using flash.
* RAW capability.
Canon haven't released a new S since 2005 I think (the venerable S80), but it is back with a vengeance and the S90 presses all the above buttons. It is also a much more attractive beast than the older ones IMO - all-black, sleek, very minimalist. The anodized aluminum casing looks to be close to 1mm thick all round and should stand up to quite a lot of abuse. The lens and control ring are plastic but suitably thick and sturdy. I am stunned by its image quality particularly in low light; it doesn't come close to cameras with larger sensors and lenses but it is impressive for a camera this size. The lens-mounted control ring is great. The camera has all the manual adjustments you could reasonably want using that ring, the rear wheel and the shortcut button, and it can be set to run almost invisibly, e.g. no flash, AF assist lamp or beeps, great for candid shots. The optical image stabilization is a major boon, and I can't overstate the importance of raw - the best shots often happen for me spontaneously in the worst conditions and even the best JPEG encoder will chew a quick noisy shot to pieces and limit recovery options.
It does have a few downsides, mostly minor:
* The control wheel on the back is too easy to jog. It's only caught me a couple of times (knocking it to ISO3200 in broad daylight, oops) and I've learned to work around it by changing my grip, but it could be addressed in firmware - wheel lock on the shortcut button please! For the next iteration I'd prefer another dial under the mode dial instead though.
* The tiny lens has quite bad distortions and aberrations particularly at the wide end, but most of these can be dealt with in software. JPEGs are corrected well by the camera itself while RAWs are rightly left untouched. The included software will deal with RAWs but I use DxO/Lightroom, same flow as my SLR.
* The anodized metal coating started to scratch off within a few days of life in my pocket. I kind of like this "lived-in" look though, makes it look old and even less conspicuous. :)
* No HD video. This seems to be a must-have for some but wasn't an issue for me as I am primarily interested in stills. I don't think you can expect video worthy of HD out of something this small anyway - prosumer video cameras are way bigger and more expensive than this for a reason.
* Zoom may not be long enough for some. Instead it's wide and fast which I prefer overall. I wouldn't mind if they dropped it back further to 2.5x or so to gain elsewhere. By the way, you won't get strong depth of field effects from a lens/sensor this size, despite what the promo literature may say. For closeups of small subjects it's noticeable, but you're not going to see much background blur on portraits, say. Like most fast lenses you also need to stop it down a bit to hit its sharpness "sweet spot", f/2 is rather soft at the edges.
* The 3" screen is beautiful but I think it might be too big if anything - it does battery life no favors and makes it more vulnerable to damage. Mine also has slight backlight bleed along the top edge but this isn't noticeable most of the time. Shrinking the screen a little would free up rear space for extra controls.
* Battery life is an annoyance, bank on no more than 100 shots. I probably won't get a spare, it's just another thing to be carrying around which rather defeats the purpose, so I do need to remember to feed the thing frequently. Also, I don't know what the designers were thinking but the battery gauge gives virtually no warning when the camera's about to die - as soon as it drops from full to two bars you have very few shots left. I hope this is something Canon can fix in firmware because right now the gauge is close to useless.
Many of these are compromises made to get class-leading image quality out of a camera so small - all in all very impressed and no way could I give it fewer than 5 stars. It's been ready to pop out of my pocket constantly since I bought it.
Canon made the right choice here and with the G11 backing off from the "megapixel race". If anything they could go even lower - I got plenty of great shots out of my old Nikon D40 which was "only" 6MP. Sensor resolution was never a big issue there, and it's even less so on super-compacts with their tiny compromised optics. I'm interested to see how other manufacturers respond to Canon's raising the bar with this camera. Its excellent Sony CCD will surely show up elsewhere soon. Nikon in particular don't seem to have seriously tackled this area of the market yet - never been very impressed by their compacts - I hope this will wake them up.
The features are nice, it's picture quality is great, and it truly gives you total control if you want it (Manual). For those that don't care to learn the bells and whistles, it has a lot of modes that allow you to just preset and shoot and let the camera do the imaging. Since photography is a big hobby of mine, I'm enjoying learning it's features and are shooting more and more in manual. I like being able to tell the camera what I want instead of just letting it decide for me. I'm certainly still learning but so far I'm very pleased. In my research, I looked closely at the Canon G11 which, in my opinion, had one other feature I liked which was a hot shoe to be able to put an external flash on (or put on a pocket wizard and set up the flash somewhere else), but my main concern was having the portability. I chose this camera because I can keep it with me and that's worth more to me than having to carry a larger camera. If I want to do that, I'll take my DSLR with me. The S90 has a small pop up flash that is adequate for most needs. I'll have to admit that it takes some getting used to where to put your fingers when holding the camera as the pop up flash pops up right where you tend to want to hold it (top left hand corner from behind the camera). I had read about that quite a bit in other reviews. They're right! But it's not insurmountable to get past. I have experimented some with the small flash and found that (1) you can adjust the amount of flash coming out of it and that helps in toning down the flash for just a fill flash on a sunny day and (2) If you lay a napkin or the end of a handkerchief over the little flash that pops up, it really softens the light that comes out of it.
My wife and I are going on a cruise later this year and I really wanted something I could take along easily without carrying a bunch of camera gear with me. I think this is going to do the job just fine. Not to mention I've gotten some great impromptu shots just going back and forth to work. I have no idea how sturdy this camera is or how long it will last in the day to day world, but so far so good.
I would recommend this camera to anyone wanting to have that camera with them that goes beyond what a cell phone will do (at least at this point in time). With technology, who knows huh? The nice thing about it is, if you want just a point and shoot, it's here and if you want to continue to grow and learn more about it's features and other tricks you can do with it, it's capable of that too. The best of both worlds!!
Enjoy!!! Hope this helps some!
12 21 2010 Still doing a great job! I've (gasp) dropped it onto concrete once. Still taking great pics!!! I really like the flexibility and the features. No regrets whatsoever with this little camera! I carry it with me every day (I bought a nice leather case that goes on my belt) and it's so easy to just take out quickly and snap a shot or two. I walk 3 miles each morning and I take it with me for some great sun rises and fog shots.