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What is it: Compact 12x wideangle superzoom
What we think: Canon's fancy compact superzoom is something of a disappointment. It's adequate but that's all
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 21 April 2009
Tags: Canon, Canon PowerShot SX200 IS, stabilisation, paper, screens
We like:
Effective image stabilisation; 12x zoom range; decent range of manual modes
We don't like:
Pop-up flash; spinning control dial; mediocre picture quality
CNET UK judgement:
On paper, the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS looks great. In the flesh, it's a disappointment. It's bulky, has annoying design and control issues, and the picture quality is variable. It's still a versatile camera that can be used to take great pictures, but it promises much more than it delivers
Full review:
Canon describes the PowerShot SX200 IS as a 'super-compact wide zoom', but that's stretching it slightly. It's actually something of a monster as far as compacts go. The specs are good, though, with 12 megapixels, manual controls and a 12x wideangle zoom, but the SX200 will set you back about £280. Continue Reading...
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