Canon PowerShot S110 2MP Digital ELPH Camera Kit with 2x Optical Zoom
By: Canon Average Rating: 4.5 Total Reviews: 165
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 On: 2005-12-30
This is an AMAZING LITTLE CAMERA. I have had mine for probably five years and have never been disappointed in it. I have an extra battery that I have on charge and switch back and forth when the one in the camera is getting low. This camera is small but packed with power. Its easily tucked in a pocket or a fanny pack on vacation. There is no fumbling when it comes to using it. Turn it on, point and shoot - easy as that. The pictures are crisp and clear. I hope this review helps. I cant imagine anyone not being happy with this camera.
 On: 2005-02-12
I got this camera as a replacement for my giant (but wonderful) film camera when it first came out. It was great to just stick it in my purse and go. After a couple months the LCD screen stopped working. Even when I took a picture it would come up black on my computer. I sent it back to Canon and they fixed it. Wish it wouldve worked right the first time around.
Theres a lag between when you hit the button and when it actually takes the picture (results in some funny-looking posed pictures because people think the pictures already been taken!). It doesnt take very good indoor photos (flash looks harsh, doesnt focus well). And action shots are kind of a problem unless theyre from a distance. The colors dont seem very true-to-life.
I just got a photo printer and printed out a lot of photos taken with this camera and a few taken with a friends newish Sony 4 megapixel camera. His photos were all much sharper and had much truer color.
On: 2004-11-13
I love my Canon Powershot S110. Ive had it for about 2 and a half years now and it still works like it did when it was brand new. Ive seen the latest Powershot Digital Elph (Ixus) cameras, and sure they are improvements on the S110, but theres something about the S110s heavy metallic casing that makes it long-lasting and extremely durable, perhaps more durable than the latest in this product line. The picture quality is great, comparable to the latest Digital Elphs. Ive taken this camera to Europe and back, twice, to Japan, and across the US, always carrying it in my front pants pocket. Im not planning to buy a new digital camera until my S110 stops working, which probably wont be for a long time.
On: 2004-04-28
Ive had this camera for almost two years and I love it. Its the perfect first camera for users who are comfortable with technology. There are simpler (and cheaper) cameras for people who are less compfortable with technology. This one packs the right amount of sophistication in features, and simplicity in usage - and all that in one small little bundle! Its strong points:
* small.
* light.
* solid (dropped mine a couple of times and its still going strong).
* good zoom.
* good battery life.
* auto-flash - which is so helpful for amateurs like myself who are never sure about how much light is enough.
* some more advanced ones (manual flash, timer, etc.) if you want to experiment and improve your skills.
* comes with software to download and retouch your photos, rendering the process relatively easy. All in all, this camera and Canons Powershot line are an excellent choice for most people.
On: 2003-12-28
This little camera packs a big punch. The picture quality seems better than 2.1MP. There is only one thing i can complain about, and that is the battery which barely lasts at all.
by: Anonymous On: 2003-10-28
this camera is great for the price. for someone who loves taking leisure pictues, this camera is great. its small and durable enough to put in your pocket of purse, made with a metal strong casing. this camera is light-weight and easy to use. some other cameras are hard to figure out and not user friendly, this camera is easy to use, you can figure out how to use it in just a few minutes of playing around with it. This camera does a lot, whats the point in spending more on another camera, 2.0megapixels lets you take clear photos up to 5x7 or 8x10, what more do you really honestly need? youd be wasting your money if you would be buying a digital camera with features you dont even use. This is the more practical camera. It has a great zoom, easy to use and carry around design, great flash. takes wonderful pictures.
 On: 2003-10-02
Bottom line is this has been a really good little camera for me. This was my first digital camera and I was really surprised such good picture quality could come from such a small camera. I print photo quality 8x10s all the time. Favorite features are: (1) Size - fits is my shirt/pants pocket (2) Picture Quality (3) Styling - always get complements when I whip it out.My dislikes: (1) Shutter lag - I have kids who never sit still for pics so Ive missed many good photo ops (2) Menu - I find navigating through the menu isnt difficult, but it could be quicker (3) Movie Mode - I dont think the quality & duration of the movie mode is that great, but this is a minor point as I didnt buy it to make movies
On: 2003-06-14
Great camera for the money. Very light and compact. Easy to use and makes very good photos. I especially like the viewfinder that zooms with the lens.My criticisms are: Small battery is very limiting. About 20 to 25 shots depending on how much the flash is used. I would like to have an AAA battery adapter so I could get unlimited use, much like a 35mm camera. The 512 memory card is a must have add on if you travel. The flash can be unpredictable and programing it can be a challenge.
by: Anonymous On: 2003-05-21
Bought it nearly 2 years ago to replace my aging Canon Z115 (Film). To date its survived travel through countless airports, spent months at sea (Im in the Navy), been dragged up Mt. Fuji and a handful of other mountains in my back pocket. The thing is so small I notice it less than my wallet. Its been slamed, droped, x-rayed, super heated in my cars cupholder on many occasions. Once I almost put it through the washing machine. Dont think it would had survived that, but luckily my wife found it just as it was about to get submerged! This little camera has taken so much abuse, but the only problems are excessive amounts of pocket lint that get caught in the view finder (actually pretty annoying) and most of the painted on decals wore off long ago. (tip, Get a case!) Complaints? I have a few, but most are things commonly associated with point and shoot digicams such as the delay between the time you press the shutter and it actually releasing. etc, etc. But hands down, this was the best ...bucks Id ever pluked on a camera. (Yes they were a little more expensive then). My Next Camera will be the Canon S400 once the price comes down. I can hardly wait!
by: Anonymous On: 2003-01-29
The main attraction of this camera is size - its tiny. Of course, with the small size you give up lots of features contained on similar cameras. Because of the small lens and limited ISO setting it only takes pictures in well lit locations. The flash is too small to be effective for more than a few feet. This is not an available light camera but once outdoors in sunshine or well lit scenes this little camera takes awesome pictures. 2MP is dated nowadays but its more than adequate for snaphsots. Its a great second camera to own - you can carry it around everywhere when you wouldnt have had a camera at all.
On: 2002-11-28
I am always quick to criticize or critique a restaurant or item I bought. I rarely have the opportunity to compliment an item such as this one.
I went horse back riding with a girlfriend and her daughter one day this summer02. On the way back we were taking the horses through more creek water then an the way there. The water at some points came to the belly of the horses. Something spooked the horse I was on and she went about neck deep into the water. She threw me over her left shoulder when she stopped suddenly. I went completely under water, briefly. As soon as I popped up I knew my camera went under water. (I should have put it in a zip lock, I thought.) I immediately took the battery and flash card out and cursed myself for bringing it. When I got home I opened it up by the tiny screws in it and set it in front of a low powered fan. IT HAS BEEN THREE MONTHS SINCE THEN AND IT STILL WORKS, BATTERY, FLASH CARD, AND CAMERA! I STILL CANNOT BELIEVE IT MYSELF! I am now looking into buying the waterproof case that is an option. Better not press my luck:-)
by: Anonymous On: 2002-11-10
I have had this camera for a year now and it has been one of the best things I have bought. I have taken many photos of the kids and they have printed beautifully. I really like the software - its easy to use. Other reviewers have had issues with the battery - mine lasts for ages but I dont use the LCD too much to review my shots. One complaint Canon should include a case also it does take time to turn on and off - you have to press the on/off button for a while and the camera doesnt always come on first time - I have missed a few shots because I thought the camera was on and it wasnt.
On: 2002-09-29
I did a lot of research before I bought this camera, and it was worth the wait. The photos and digital movies (with sound!) look much better than any of the other cameras in its class, with Nikon coming in as a close 2nd. You can play the movies or view photos on a computer or on any TV with AV jacks. You can also take the card to any photo developer (or email the photos) and get beautiful prints made, too. The built-in microphone records audio for the movies with remarkable clarity. It has a cool "Stitch Mode" to take photos that you can later "stitch" together with the included software to make great panoramas and 360° Quicktime VR movies. The software makes it very easy to do with great results. Ive had numerous friends who saw a movie from this camera and say "Wow, you made that movie on your digital still camera??" If for some reason my Canon S110 ever got smashed in an accident or fell in a river etc., I would definately replace it with the same make and model. I highly recommend it. As with all digital cameras, make sure to get a larger memory card and an extra battery so you can get the most out of it.
On: 2002-09-20
When I first bought this camera, I was blown away by the high quality pictures, small size, and sexy stainless steel case. I read rave reviews, Initially, I loved it. What a great camera!!! But then I felt differently.Well, Ive had the camera quite some time now, and its going on eBay this week. Heres why: 1. When on for a while, the case gets hot. And I mean HOT. At first, I thought it was just a minor thing, but it actually gets a bit uncomfortable. 2. The battery pack stinks. It doesnt last long, and extra batteries are outrageous to buy. I want a camera that uses AA or AA rechareables. At least I can replace those batteries for much less money if one goes bad. 3. The 2" LCD display makes you think images are closer than they appear, but when you snap the pic, lo and behold, the images are much farther away. You have cut off the top of peoples heads and feel in order to get a good close shot. The viewfinder is a bit better. 4. My biggest problem about this camera is the long, long delay to snap a picture!! I have missed every instantaneous shot since I have owned it. You just cant "point and click". Now I really dont know if this is a symptom of all digitals, but I am told that it is not. I have a young son, who wont sit more than a fraction of a second, and I swear every shot his eyes are half open or head twisted the wrong way. The long shutter time is a real nuisance. 5. The small size, in my opinion, is a great grab. "Hey, drop it in your pocket, take it anywhere". At first inspection, that seems true, but guess what, you cant just "drop it in your pocket". What are you going to do? Sit on it? And a shirt pocket? Forget it. It weighs too much, and is annoying. Small size means small buttons means small LCD screen. In this case, Ive decided that a little bigger is a lot better. Think twice before you get sucked in like I did. Anyway, I hope this honest review from someone whose had this camera for a while helps steer those wary buyers to another model. Othewise, is small is driving you, this is the one. And 2.1Giga resolution is stellar!!! For the average joe (like me), any higher resolution is probably throwing money away.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-09-06
I use this camera for professional usage. Since we have a small budget we decided with a cameras priced only under $$$ including accessories. The powershot S110 is overall a good camera for personal use. The quality of the images are good, the zoom lense and the compact size are great. We did encounter several problems. The battery life is rather short, and the camera does NOT come with a power adapter so that you can use the camera while it is charging. This was a severe inconvenience, because we had to spend an additional $$$ on a power adapter. The photos also tend to have a yellow tint, which can easily be fixed with an editing software, but if you arent too fimilar with photoshop or programs like it, you will have a yellow tint to many of your pictures. The images load quickly onto the computer. Memory life is good, if you set your image resolution to the lowest size you can store up to 80 or so photos. Though if you plan to take this traveling with you then invest in a memory card and a spare battery. The camera is reasonably priced in my opinion, but the accessories are very expensive, so price that in when you consider this camera.
On: 2002-08-31
Best camera I ever owned.
OK. Its not perfect. Pictures come out a bit yellow when taken indoors. The flash overexposes a bit. Pictures arent as sharp as the G1. But I love this camera. I can throw it in my pocket or purse and its always available. It is easy to use and starts up pretty quickly. Its small, but not so small that the buttons are hard to use. The case is durable and controls intuitive. I also have the water resistant case and use this camera while kayaking and snorkeling. I love popping out the memory card and having the instant gratification of pictures I can see. I love sharing my pictures on the net.
I have a Canon G1 and Ive had various Nikons and Sonys both digital and film cameras. The G1 beats this S110 for image quality but I dont like to carry it around. Ive had one of these cameras for over a year. Its the most fun camera I ever owned.
Addendum: A word of advice: dont bother with Canons drivers. Get a small usb reader for the memory card and if you have Windows 2000/xp or a Mac the operating system will automatically detect the pictures and you can easily copy them over. Canons Image Browser is of value if you have a G1 or G2 and take pictures in RAW mode because you need to convert them, but for this camera youll be a lot better off not bothering with Image Browser and using other Photoediting software.
On: 2002-08-23
My wife and I have an unusual hobby, we take photos of our food when we go out to dinner. Then we post them on our web site, along with food notes and restaurant commentary.The PowerShot 110 is a great camera for this. Its small enough that it sits on the table unobtrusively, not getting in the way of what is usually too many plates and glasses. More importantly, it takes very clear close-ups of the food, something our previous digital camera had a lot of problems with. The difference is the low-light focus assist; its a small beam of light that the camera can emit and shine on the subject, which helps it focus the lense in low-light situations -- extremely common in restaurants, especially the nice ones. And it has a Macro (close-up) mode, which also helps. Another problem we had with our previous camera was over-flashing. Even on the lowest setting, we had to cover the Mavicas flash partially with our finger to take a picture that wasnt over-exposed. The PowerShot is much better at using the right flash level, and not over-exposing our food.
On: 2002-07-25
Ive seen images online and ones taken by friends of mine that own the S100 and the images would often have a bluish tint. I havent had that problem with the S110. It does not produce a quality as high as larger 4 Megapixel cameras, but atleast at this size, you can carry it around more often. Ive owned it for a year and Ive taken around 3 GBs of pictures and videos and I am very happy with it.
On: 2002-07-22
Have had the S110 for about three months and have used it in all conditions and situations imaginable. Outside while hiking through creeks, inside at parties and social functions, at the kids sporting events and so forth. It has come through - in almost all cases - in spectacular fashion. Its size is amazing - I have frequently carried it in a suit pocket at parties and forgotten I had it with me.Its positive attributes:
* Easy to operate for novices - almost a no-brainer for even those unfamiliar with digital cameras
* With a relatively modest 64Mb card, it will frequently store over 110 high-res images
* Panoramic stitch-together mode is neat and will let you easily take full panoramic series
* Oh, and did, I mention how tiny this great little camera is :-) ? Some minor nits I must point out, however:
* Battery life is somewhat modest; after two picture-taking sessions of about 30 shots each, I had drained it
* Battery cover is easy to dislodge; if you ever have problems operating it due to the fact that the power wont come on, make sure that the cover has not become unseated - it is quite easy to do so accidentally
* Action shots are not intuitive because in its default mode, depressing the button does not actually take the shot - there is about a one- or two-second delay in automatic mode; this is defeated by slightly depressing the button - the shutter will then respond instantaneously in this quick picture mode Again, these are minor, minor issues. In general, I recommend the S110 in highest terms. It is an outstanding camera with an exceptional form-factor.
On: 2002-07-03
This driver that can be downloaded from the internet works quite well and it works immediatley BUT it requires the use of winzip to un zip once it has been downloaded to the computer. I work as a SW and HW technician and a customer called me to have his s110 installed it worked immediately but I would call it an advanced installation procedure that the help file does NOTHING to assist with......My customer had to pay after spending more than "2hours" on the phone with Canon techs....but he was quite satisfied once it was working......and it immediatley recognized the 75 photos he had on his cameras memory and offered to pick some to dwnload.
On: 2002-06-22
Have had 6 months with no problems. It is a bit slow compared with traditional cameras. Going from still mode to video mode can be a small pain- as with most other menu functions on the camera. Also the zoom is weak compared with traditional cameras but pretty good for its small size. Picture quality is just as good as a Nikon D-1, but with less resolution. Does well in low-light without flash or tripod- A very nice feature. Flash can be over powering as with most happy snap cameras. This can be solved by placing a white piece of paper in front of the flash. Included battery and CF card are weak (marketing maybe?). You will want to buy extras. For the most part, this is a near perfect camera that I enjoy taking just about everywhere.
On: 2002-06-21
This camera is incredible. First and foremost, I was looking for quality in my digital photos. Ive had it for many months now, but it didnt take long for me to discover that the image quality that this camera produces is superb! It gives vivid, natural colors with crisp edging. Next, I looked for usability. Unless you purposefully go into the advanced options, it works just like a standard camera - point and shoot (new users sometimes have problems because they dont hold down the shutter button correctly; first, hold half-way to focus, then the whole way to take the picture). Plus, as it so small, its very portable. Two upgrades you should get with this camera: an extra battery and more memory. Its 8MB of memory included is insufficient (only 8 high-quality pictures) and leaves much to be desired (as most digital cameras memory sold today do). I got a 128MB card (perhaps a little excessive). But, now that picture capacity isnt holding you back, youll find the battery will. The S110s battery is so small, though, than an extra in your pocket isnt an inconvenience at all. This digital photo system cant be beat. Easily load pictures onto your computer, print to your printer (glossy photo paper can do wonders), or simply send them to Ofoto.com (...) to be professionally developed. This camera also has some advanced features that work very well, go to canon.com to look into those. Picking and choosing which pictures get physically developed (if any) saves money compared to traditional cameras. Plus, its always nice to know that a picture turned out well while you still have a chance to take it again with the cameras LCD display. I could never go back.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-06-18
A great camera to slip into your pocket and go, and because its so small, I tend to take it everywhere. And with a 128 MB card, I just shoot on high-res all the time. A real pleasure. Sadly, I dont miss 35mm photography at all.
On: 2002-06-12
When the Canon Elph APS camera came out, I thought it was amazing. Compact, lots of features, great quality pictures. But now that I have the S110, I find Im using it as my primary camera. Compact, lots of features, very user friendly, great quality pictures--AND the convenience of being able to pick and choose the digital pictures I want! My poor APS is now collecting dust.Ive also had digital pics developed off of Ofoto and theyve come out great. The options on their site are a bit limited, (and I hope they expand print options). But I have yet to be disappointed!
On: 2002-06-06
Let me first say that I LOVE this camera. Its tiny size, high image quality, and loaded functionality. A lot of Wow factor when other people hold it. My 5x7 blowups could pass for my 35mm. 8x10s begin to show digital artifacts. Let me post a few complaints to encourage Canon to perfect the product:- Movie mode stops at either 4, 10, or 30 seconds depending on the resolution. Other cameras can film continously until you run out of memory.
- There is an annoying delay between the time you press the shutter and the time the picture is taken. Its so long that I cant even capture a bride walking down the aisle without her moving out of the frame. Fortunately, the vast majority of my pictures involve stationary subjects.
On: 2002-05-20
Ive never been a particularly enthusiastic fan of point-and-shoot cameras. Besides being too big and heavy to carry around comfortably (and thus, collecting dust in a drawer somewhere), it just never seemed worth the expense. All too often, I ended up spending money on a roll of film that took forever to finish, spent some more money on developing, and then ended up hating the majority of shots. And maybe I lack an artistic soul or something, but that rare shot that I ended up loving was never worth the money I spent on all the others.However, this camera was more than worth it. This Elph is a tiny marvel-sleek, compact, light, and feature rich-sure to keep casual users like myself happy. I can take it anywhere with me, and take all sorts of shots in all kinds of lighting. Its intuitive interface (I used it right out of the box), dozens of options, crisp LCD screen, decent software package, direct print capability (it connects directly to Canons CP-10 and soon-to-be-released CP-100 card photo printers) and easy USB connectivity, makes this a great toy for those who want to take, email and/or print pictures simply, easily, and without breaking the bank. But its not for everyone. Serious photographers, especially those who want to print 8" x 10" prints or larger, may want to consider Canons professional G-Series or S40 or S30, all of which are larger and heavier (as well as more expensive) but have more megapixels, are capable of greater resolutions, and have options Ive never heard of (or wouldnt know how to use even if I did). The cameras 2.1 megapixels and 5x zoom is enough for me, but Im not earning an income off the shots I take either. If you do buy this, however, I definitely second getting an extra set of batteries and a larger CF card. While Ive never run out of batteries yet (they have a pretty long life and recharge quickly), nothing is more painful than missing a priceless shot because you cant turn your camera on. Ive certainly come close enough to appreciate the comfort of an extra set of batteries in my bag, just in case. Likewise, nothing hurts more than the knowledge that you may have to start deleting shots to get others-which you will if you stick with the measly 8MB card included with the camera. Memorys cheap nowadays, so do yourself a favor and get some. Youll regret it if you dont. Because to be frank, this camera is not going to be making friends with the dust bunnies. Chances are, youll be so charmed that youll be slipping this thing in your backpack or purse (or back pocket of your jeans) most days of the week. Youll be using it all the time, and it pays to get the accessories that will make using it for extended periods a lot easier. Otherwise, you may find yourself spending a lot more money and time going home several times a day to upload the pictures on your CF card or recharge your batteries. And while all that additional exercise might be useful, its a lot less fun than taking pictures with your Elph. Even I, with my lack of an artistic soul, can tell you that....
On: 2002-05-16
Ive owned this camera since this past Christmas and I love it. For such a small product its packed with useful features that both the amateur and more advanced user will enjoy. My main objectives in a digital camera were a small package, clear screen, video clip capability, fantastic resolution, and of course ease of use. The PowerShot S110 delivers on all of these areas. Its menu system is not the most intuitive to use, but once you get the hang of it you can flip through the option screens easily. One draw back is that the screen all but disappears in bright sunlight, but what camera doesnt? The second draw back is that you can only take video clips for about 10-15 seconds at a time. I have a 256 MB memory card (which I highly recommend if you can afford it) which would easily store a small home movie. I feel as if my hands are tied in this respect. Its really only good for snippet outtakes. Why is that Cannon?All things considered I love this camera. Its wonderful. Ive never hand any problems with it.
On: 2002-05-02
I bought this camera in August 2001, and couldnt possibly be happier. This is truly a great camera. Im glad I did my research.RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. After watching my old roommates camera eat through AAs like you wouldnt believe, I decided any camera would have to have a rechargeable battery. The Elphs battery is a tiny little lightweight powerhouse. Charges in 3hours, for me will take about 100 pictures before requiring a recharge. And the battery is memory-free, so you can charge it up halfway if you like. The unit comes with a recharger, which is the size of the camera and plugs directly into a wall socket - very compact. SIZE. This is truly incredible. It will honestly fit in your shirt pocket . This makes it very easy to have around at social events - in contrast to the clunky Nikon, which wouldve been my next choice if not for its shape. MEMORY. Uses compact flash; the box says up to 128MB; Im using a 256MB without problem. At highest resolution and quality, that comes out to about 300 or so photos on one card. Only drawback is you have to use jpg. FEATURES. Manual controls for some settings. Takes AVI movies - only about 10 seconds or so at a time in my experience, but enough to get some quick clips. (Sound quality is average.) "Photostitch" - basically lets you take panoramic photos. You take one photo, and that photo appears in the left side of the LCD, and your new viewfinder is the right half of the screen. You can do this serially, taking a whole 360 degree panel if you want. The included software merges the pics flawlessly. I got some spectacular panoramas in the mountains. Durable - camera performed in subzero temperatures in the mountains. (Not that Id recommend going outside the manufacturers specs, but I took my chances and was rewarded with some great pics.) SOFTWARE. I can only vouch for the mac software, but its fairly feature packed and easy to use. Different apps for photostitch, photo management, and video compositing. A little over-GUId, but good nonetheless. CONNECTIONS. Also included are a usb and video cable. The video cable is great for displaying your photos on TV when youre on the road. Only one gripe thus far- for whatever reason, it takes a moment to shoot after you press the button. This makes action shots harder. But overall, its an amazing camera.
On: 2002-04-09
I will just give a brief technical review based on my experience for non-techy person. Heres the Pro:
- Battery last for 90 mins (about 100 pics with LCD + short review) after 130 charge (from fully discharge).
- LCD refresh rate is excellent
- Flash good until 3m (about 9.8 ft), good for outdoor (very good for camera this size)
- Small size yet has 2x optical zoom & movie capture capability (very good quality) - its so convenient comparing to my other experience using 5 other digicam (Im a photographer)
- Lots of features (very usefull), too long to be listed hereContra:
- Charging battery is longer than its good for
- Flash not promising on indoor environment Conclusion:
- Best point-and-shoot digicam ever for novice/teenager
- Get 2nd battery ... - its worth [it]
- Use at least 128MB CF to get the most
On: 2002-04-08
The S110 Elph has performed flawlessly for four months. It is my favorite digital camera despite my also having purchased the Canon S40 with its 4.0 megapixels and more powerful zoom.The S110 always gives me great exposure and focus. Its ultra compact, and this feature, relative to its size, makes it the perfect carry along camera.
On: 2002-04-05
Having never been exposed to the world of digital photograpy, and being somewhat technically complacent, we approached the purchase of this camera with just a litte trepidation. We wanted something that had basic functions, plus a few advanced, but did not want to have to have an engineering degree to operate it.Enter the Cannon Digital Elph. Since purchasing it, we have used it constantly. It is not only easy to operate, but is portable, rugged, and interfaces easily with our computer. We dont like to spend alot of time wading through technical information, and have no real need to perform fancy artistic functions with our pictures. We only want to e-mail occasionally, and archive pictures as we take them. The Digital Elph has given us the ability to do that.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-04-04
A great camera! I love the size, the clarity of the pictures, and the added video mpg capability. A nice added upgrade to the already nice S100. My only one complaint is the ISO limitations. This camera is great for daytime pictures and close up night time pictures, but evening lighting and distance doesnt give the most clear pictures. The S200 is supposedly going to fix that problem. A great overall value though for the camera. I would strongly recommend it.
On: 2002-04-04
I initially have the S100 Digital ELPH, which is the previous model from the new S110. During my purchase of the S100, Ive compared it with the PowerShot S10 and S20 and settled for the ELPH for its size and convenience (also after reading numerous online reviews, both Canon and other brands, like this one that Im now writing). The size IS indeed proved very convenient, and Ive taken it everywhere, and the camera itself is very easy to use. The only regret I have with the old S100 is that the image setting only comes in Large (1600 x 1200 pixels) superfine, fine, and Small (640 x 480) fine. I wished for a size setting in between or at least a superfine for size small (which the S10 and S20 has, but I still went for the ELPH, which was a satisfying decision). During this time, newer cameras are coming out with the movie clip function, which was also very alluring. Finally, Canon came out with S110, and all the features are just PERFECT for what Ive been longing for! It was a prayer answered, so I sold my S100 and got the new S110 and could not be happier. It has all three sizes, Large, Medium, and Small, each with all three superfine, fine, and normal compression settings (like how the S10 and S20 has it). It has been a while since I looked at the newer cameras that are now coming out, but I am so satisfied with my S110 that I am not planning to shop for another digital camera in any time soon. I am sure the newer PowerShot series have more updated functions, but as of now, I am going to be very happy with my ELPH. Friends have also used my S110, and they all really like it. The Fuji FinePix came out with several models that are small and very sleek looking. When I saw a friend using one, I was very intrigued and started semi-researching and semi-shopping for it. What I found was that even though they are very attractive, the FinePixes dont have optical zoom, which is why they weigh even less then the Digital ELPH. Optical zoom comes from actual real lenses on the camera, and digital zoom is? well, "digital," which sacrifices the quality of the picture. The more digital zoom you use, the blurrier the picture gets. The Digital ELPH has 2 x Optical (and still has 2.5 x digital), while the FinePix only has digital (confession: I dont know for sure that FinePix doesnt have any models with optical zoom, but just from the ones Ive seen online and what people generally have, they dont). Some people will think a 2 x optical zoom is too little (especially those whore used to film cameras with a lot of zoom), but judging for the ELPHs size, it is actually quite decent. For those who want more zoom, mini cameras are not the choice, since the more zoom you get, the more lenses you need, the more room you need on the camera, the larger the camera gets. The amount of optical zoom is also a big factor in the cameras price (hey, lenses cost). Another thing when shopping for digital cameras is its resolution. I am concerned that people who dont quite understand that generally think the more resolution (2.1 megapixel, 3.1 megapixel, etc.) the better. The resolution is the size of the pictures you take, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, etc. If your purpose is to enlarge or print out a picture that is large (poster size?), yes, you need high resolution. But if you just want to print basic 3 x 5 or 4 x 6 sizes, even the 1.2 megapixels are enough. 2.1 mp gives you clear printouts up to something a bit larger than your regular letter size paper. And for everyday use, I set my camera to the small size (640 x 480) with superfine compression (settings can be changed in seconds while youre shooting). I prefer a manageable picture size but I still want clear details (so I am very happy with S110 that came with superfine for the smaller resolutions). For webpage users, you want your pictures to be smaller and as little memory size as possible. The point Im trying to get across is that you should understand your purpose in getting the camera (print out large pictures vs. something easy to handle for small printouts or webpages), and dont go out and get the highest resolution you can find, thinking the bigger the number the better. Bottom line, I am very satisfied with the new S110 for my needs and uses. It is small enough to carry everywhere, but enough power for taking very good pictures (I mean, Im a casual user taking pictures for leisure. Professional photographers are a different story?). Of course, digital cameras have their downside of not having enough flash for night and dark places, which many users have commented. Quick movements are not taken as well as regular cameras, unless your digital has settings for...? what do you call it? Umm? films have different types of 100, 200, and 400 choices? Some digital cameras with more options have these choice settings. Regardless of all this (well, not that many really), I am still nowhere near changing my decision in purchasing this camera. You probably can get similar digital cameras with other brands for less, since Canon does have the reputation for being slightly pricier than some others. But personally, I think my money is well spent and well worth it. Buying something that you are satisfied with (within reasonable price range, of course) is better than settling for something cheaper but will bring you regrets and complaints. I LOVE THE DIGITAL ELPH, AND the S110 IS EVEN BETTER!!!
by: Anonymous On: 2002-04-03
This is our second digital camera and much better than the last one! It is easy to use, has excellent color balance and produces superbly sharp phots when using the OFOTO service. Two minor issues arethe fact that the flash stops working when the battery is low; and I cannot find a battery level indicator. When used with a large (128 or 256 MB) memory card, this camera will revolutionize the way you take photos!
by: Anonymous On: 2002-03-26
I bought this camera a month ago and I couldnt be any happier. I reviewed all the other cameras and weighed the pros and cons and found this camera to be the best of all. Its small, easy to use and has all the features any first time digital camera owner could want. If you just simply want to replace your bulky 35mm point and shoot and go high tech then this is the camera to buy.Some people complain about it not being able to take good pictures indoors, but its just a matter of adjusting a few settings in Manual Mode and viola. Also the battery issue...just dont use the display to frame your photo, pretend its your 35 mm, only use the display to look at the picture you took. The picutes taken by this camera are awesome, pictures are crisp and very detailed. The only complaint is that to actually enjoy this camera fully you need to purchase a larger Compact Flash on your own. I got a 64mb for $[money] bucks, but for about $[money] bucks more you can get a 128bm and really go wild taking pics. I love this camera, I dont go many places without it.
On: 2002-03-23
Very good camera. I could not get my software to work initially and the 1-800 number was [not much help], but I was able to figure it out. Anyway, I have had no real problems (other than getting my rebates back from the company), and it serves as a good investment. The flash is very week and you cannot take good pictures indoors at great distances. That is the only real downfall. The camera is also very easy to use.
On: 2002-03-22
My Powershot S110 exceeded my expectaions for a digital camera. Great photos, easy to use, convenient software, and very compact. I started using it just about every day. When the camera had an internal failure after 2 months, I was very disapointed that I would not be able to use it for an upcoming family event. I called the Factory Service Center in Hanover Park, IL, told them about my plight. A friendly representative suggest I get it to them ASAP and include a message about the importance of a quick response. A replacement camera was shipped to to me in less then 10 days, (arrived by 2nd day air). I d have to say the Service Center provided exceptional service and I recommend this litle camera to anyone.
On: 2002-03-18
Ive been using my S110 for approximately 4 months now. Ive been exceptionally pleased with the quality of the shots, its convenience, and its level of integration with my G4 Mac and my PC. Using Apples OS X 10.1 and Windows XP, downloads are a snap, and built in support from Microsoft and Apple is very good. I just returned from a ski vacation where the camera spent the week in my ski jacket pocket alternately getting hot, moist, cold, and jolted by a few snow snake induced falls. It performed flawlessly and returned great pictures. Best of all, its so small its virtually unobtrusive. The down side is battery life, but the charger that is included is pretty handy and the battery charges quickly. If the camera died tomorrow, Id buy another.
On: 2002-03-14
(1) Reviewer "Denik" gave this camera 5 stars but commented on its inability to record videos over 15 seconds. While that is true (although, for me, its more like 25 seconds), I found that if you just hold down the button to record again immediately as it stops recording, it continues on with your video with only the briefiest of pauses. In this manner, you actually could record videos until the CF card was full. Of course, this is not like a true video taken with a camcorder, but this camera is not supposed to be a camcorder. You can then, with the software, connect the various 25-second videos together into one continuous one. For my purposes, this produces a neat little short video show of the occasion I wanted to record.(2) I previously reviewed this camera and only gave it 1-star (see my March 4 review) but have now upped it to 4 since receiving my replacement camera. The only reason its not 5 stars is that I wont feel totally comfortable until it has functioned properly for a longer period of time (my first S110 only lasted about a month) but, if it does, I will add my unconditional praise of this wonderful little camera to everyone elses. I just hope I never have to go to Canon for support again!
On: 2002-03-13
so nice and small my got stolen, bought a new one the next day.................great camera...
by: Anonymous On: 2002-03-11
I recently got a Nikon Coolpix camera as a gift. That camera broke after 5 days of use, and upon return I decided to get the S110. What a difference!! This camera is awesome compared to any other 2 mega pixel camera out there. Highly recommended.
On: 2002-03-09
This canon takes great photos, and its compact size is very key to practicality. One limitation Im not fond of is the ability to only record very short videos (approx 15 seconds). It would be great if you could record videos until the compactflash was completely filled.
On: 2002-03-08
Its gorgeous. It fits in just about any pocket and seems light and sturdy enough to carry around just about all the time. Downloading to computer is quick enough I feel no need for a card reader, and with 400+ shots at medium resolution (on a 128 MB card; even the supplied 8 MB gives 80+ at lower resolution) I take a lot of pictures to increase the odds of a good one. I thought the small LCD screen might be a problem but it hasnt been--Ive never used the optical viewfinder. Havent had any shortfalls with the battery. That said, a film equivalent of 100 ASA does mean you need a steady hand on overcast days or in a less-than-brightly-lit room, and the flash is so hard and flattening I havent found a use for it yet; would be nice if the exposure compensation menu was quicker to get to, given those problems--but much can be fixed in a graphics program. More optical zoom would be nice, too, but I guess itd make the body thicker and the whole thrill is having the thing handy. Im not sure the autofocus is quite as precise as Id like, and I wish it didnt have to visibly strobe to set focus in dim light (freaks people out in bars). Its taken some beautiful pictures and Id recommend it to anybody for whom taking the picture is more important than an impeccable image. Its so small and gadgety its easy to point at people without making them feel so put on the spot!
On: 2002-03-05
This is my first experience with digital photography, so maybe I am missing something here, but WOW -- this little camera takes AWESOME pictures -- and this from a person who usually manages to jiggle the camera (OTHER cameras, anyway) just enough to make the picture come out blurry. But with THIS camera, one vacation and about 500 shots later, NOT ONE picture came out blurry because of my unsteadiness!!! And the simplicity of loading the pictures onto the computer -- even a computer neophyte like myself can do it. I recommend this camera to anyone who wants an excellent print from a simple to use (and just the right size to carry in your pocket) camera!!!
 On: 2002-03-05
Although I did extensive research before purchasing this camera and although it lived up to all my expectations when I first received it, I am giving it this low rating for the following reasons:
(1) one month after I received the camera (and having only used it once previously), the LCD stopped working both in photo-taking mode and in replay mode. The CF card recorded photos/movies as being taken but there was no view or quick review on the LCD (just blank) and the actual image of each photo, when viewed on the CF card, was a black blank one. Oddly, the audio portion of mini-movies did record but no images.
(2) Canon customer support was non-existant. They walked me through a few exercises with the camera on the phone and then pronounced it as having a hardware problem. They told me I would have to return it to them for service and that I would have to package, insure and return it at my own expense and inconvenience. I did eventually (after talking to several levels of customer service support people) get them to agree to send a pre-paid mailing label for the cameras return but this was not willingly offered and they made the point that they "never" do this.
All I can say is thank heavens for Amazon.com and their exemplary customer support and willingness to stand by whatever product they sell. Amazon.com sent me a return mail label and they are sending me a replacement camera.
Yes, I am going to give the Canon PowerShot S110 a second chance because, quite honestly, there is no other camera out there at that price that meets all my needs so completely. I certainly hope this one functions properly and I will report back with a follow-up review as to how satisfied I am with my 2nd experience with the Canon S110.
On: 2002-03-01
This camera is definitely worth the money, even if it is a little more spendy that others of similar specification. Ive being using this model for a couple of months now and have been very impressed with its ease of use and the very high quality of images it produces. Color saturation is very good, falling off a bit in low light. The controls are simple and intuitive, although manual shutter & aperture control would be a nice addition. Best of all, this is a great vacation camera, being small enough that you can comfortably stick it in a pocket. The fact that this was only a 2 Mpixel camera almost shied me away from buying it, but on reflection, this is perfectly adequate for 99% of the pictures youre likely to take. Really - how often do you blow up an image to 8" x 10" or more? In fact, since most of my images are destined for my web site..., Ive been reducing the pixel density rather than wishing for more. Bottom line - a great quality robust little camera and well worth the money.
On: 2002-02-28
Guys,I bought this camera four days back and I can tell you that its an amazing camera. We love it. I have Nikon SLR and thought would never buy an expensive digital camera. While doing reserach before buying this camera, my choices were Nikon coolpix or Canon S110. If you are like me...SLR camera user and not sure to buy digital camera, here are some points to consider:
1. SLR camera (with various lenses, and equipment) is not easy to carry everywhere.
2. with this camera you do not have to think about all SLR
fundamentals e.g. depth of field, using the right exposure.....just give yourself a break and take picures on auto mode with this camera just for fun.
3. easy to carry everywhere
4. dont think about wasting film!
5. Youll be amazed to see its whole new way of taking pictures by looking at LCD unlike SLR viewfinder. Good things about Canon S110:
1. software installed in a few minutes. easy to use.
2. steel body. compact.
3. fast start up.
4. very easy to use.
5. cant stop taking pictures. (took some 100 during the week end - kids party stuff) If you love this camera, then youve got to learn to love adobe photoshop. can do great things. love the pictures. Called once to Canon tech support to talk about the flash card. tech support was very helpful. I gave four stars, because, the whole digital camera techonology seem to be in infancy and I think it may take a while to be at par with the film cameras. But I think Ill be using film camera the way Ive been using...digital camera cant replace it!!! especially if youre into SLR stuff using fine lenses like f1.4 nikkor !!! I am lookin forward to getting prints at some good photo shop. Bottom line:
it takes good picture. I can carry it everywhere and I love it. have ordered 256MB flash card. God bless you and Have a blessed day.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-02-22
I bought this camera for a Christmas gift but it did a bad job, because only 20 days after the purchase the zoom get clogged.Im very dissapointed by this fact, and more by the fact that the guarrantie does not cover this faliure in [international city]. The pictures are excellent but I think this camera was a very bad expense.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-02-18
This camera is awesome! I had heard great things about Canon Digital and was impressed with the sturdy contruction of the S110. I love the Video funtion and was very pleased with the quality of this camera overall. My only complaint would be that the accessories (batteries, adapters, etc) are quite pricey. The battery life is terrible and the cheapest Canon battery I could find around was [price]. I recommend this camera to anyone looking for a compact digital camera with lots of features.
On: 2002-02-17
I am an engineer, and I know a fine piece of engineering work when I see one. The S110 is definitely one of the best products I have seen in the consumer market.The size of this camera is very small, it even beats APS cameras! When the lens is retracted, the camera is basically a box-like metalic package. This beats many other digital cameras that are trying to use odd shapes to catch attention. This rectanglar shape is great for storing in a pocket or a bag. There is never enough memory nor battery. However, I have found the included battery quite capable for its size. Afterall, there isnt much room to put any battery! If you want to maximize battery endurance, turn off the LCD display whenever possible and use the viewfinder to find your view. The LCD itself draws very little power, but the backlight is a power hog. As for memory, you can get a 128M compact flash card for about $... to $... The camera lets you choose three picture qualities. My advice is to choose the "normal" resolution unless you are really trying to capture details. Pictures of people and pets can easily use the normal mode. Landscape and flowers probably deserve the extra memory for details. The user interface is easy enough. The zoom buttons also double as thumbnail/picture/detail selector in playback mode (makes sense). In camera mode, flash, macro/infinity and exposure mode have one-key access, while picture quality, shooting mode and exposure compensation require a few key presses. This arrangement makes the camera excellent for point-and-shooting, while still leaving some flexibility for more creative endeavors. This camera really stands out from the rest exactly because its look is modest, but the attention to details is peerless (and potential peers include Nikon and Sony). Even when compared to other Powershot cameras, the compact size of this camera still makes it a better choice, in my opinion.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-02-17
If you can still find one of these, I would tell you to pick up an S110 as soon as you can. Apparently the Christmas season drained most of the stores in my area, and Canon hasnt been able to make these things fast enough to replace the shortage. Why? Its just one sweet little camera.The first thing that will draw most people to this camera is the size and sleek metal case. It is a charmer. But thats only the beginning. The camera takes great pictures (except for a little trouble in low lighting), has a ton of neat features (like the movie mode with audio), and is easy to use. Ive only had it for a couple days, but Im definitely impressed.
On: 2002-02-15
Best camera Ive ever owned, I love its performance and its small size allows me to take it everywhere in my pocket
by: Anonymous On: 2002-02-15
While the camera is really small and fits easily in a pocket or small purse, it takes amazing photos, even indoors in all kinds of light. No more wasted pictures and expensive developing, and I can zip the pics off to friends and family in no time. The movies are a great little feature as well. Thing only thing that it lacks is a battery meter - you dont know how much you have left. But other than that, you could not ask for anything more out of a digital camera.
On: 2002-02-14
First let me say that I think this is a great little camera. Ive had it for just over a week and Ive had a lot of fun experimenting and just getting used to it. Ive read most of the other reviews posted here and I think they pretty accurately capture the S110s pros and cons.My issue is with the Canon ImageBrowser software that ships alongside the cam: it does not support or is not supported by Epson printers. An interesting fact left out of all manuals, internal documentation and external reviews Ive been able to find; interesting to me because I have two Epson printers. But after being unable to figure out how to select a printer and print a picture in ImageBrowser, I called Customer Support, only to be told this dirty little secret. Seems truly bizarre given that Epson is a major manufacturer of ink jet printers. And, yes, sure its not the greatest image software available, but its more than adequate for many needs, especially since plugging the cam into the USB port auto-starts ImageBrowser. And sure there are plenty of other applications, like PhotoShop in its many forms, that will print my pix on my Epson printers, but I guess I resent having to work around a brand new piece of software just to print a picture. Anyway, hope this spares a few Epson owners a bit of a surprise.
On: 2002-02-07
I am simply in love with this camera. It is amazing.
The size of a cigarette box but packed with features. Increadible sharpness and excellent pictures. I have 128Mb CF-Card, so I can take more than 200 pictures with full resolution!
The night flash feature makes it possible to captures images in the dark with flash and with a longer exposure for the background. Great PIX!
The printed pictures (10x15 cm and 13x18 cm) came out just like regular photos. I already printed more than 200. It is simply NOT worth using a standard film camera anymore (for this class of cameras) the price of film+development+printing is higher than just printing the selected (and possibly retouched) digital images.I recommend this with all my heart.
On: 2002-02-02
Honestly, this product is too good for words. Canon has innovated by focusing on the killer app, that is, they acknowledged that size DOES matter. And, their competitors still havent figured it out. This camera is super easy to learn, has great product support on their website, takes super high quality photos, and to top it off, takes fantastic 15 second movie clips. Oh yeah... and it fits in your pocket without making friends wonder if youre overly happy to see them :) Ive taken more photos in the last 10 weeks than I took in the previous 10 years. Friends love them. ....makes it super easy to share with friends. Pros:
* Tiny -- fits in a pocket
* Takes awesome pictures
* Very very easy to use
* Chic design -- is a great james bond style product
* [amt] bonus pack promo that they had was high quality stuff -- (a) a 16Meg Smart Card (b) an extra battery and (c) a cool sack/carry bag that Ill actually use! Cons:
* None -- only nit is that the battery meter only tells you when you are out of power. It doesnt give you any sense of how much power you have at all times
On: 2002-01-31
The camera works fine, until you get the infamous error E18, which means the lens are are locked...
On: 2002-01-30
After having used the S110 for a year I am still satisfied with its performance. It has worked flawlessly in sub-zero weather, and + 100 in car temps. I have a 16 mb card which I find will shoot approx. 35-40 pics in the med setting, and for all practical purposes if one is downloading and editing daily, that is all an amature or casual photo taker wants to handle, making larger cards impractical. It does a nice job on portraits, and will also do a good job of taking pictures of photographs you may want to copy! Main drawback with a small lense camera is on distant shots it tends to distort picture edges making a somewhat "fish-eye" appearance. If you are a casual photographer, and just like photos around the house and an everyday variety, this and the later models of the Elph type are indispensable for their durability and quality.
On: 2002-01-28
I take my Elph everywhere. The overall quality is magnificent. The look of the camera is stunning. The size is miniature. The prints look fantastic. The colors are rich. The flash is robust. And I can snap off shots much faster than my Mavica. The installation was a bit of a trial, but that may be because my computer has always had USB port difficulties. Im tempted to also buy the S40 for its speed, zoom and resolution, but its probably going to be a long time because Im so happy with this little wonder. Oh, yeah, I was worried about the 100-150 ASA speed, the 2.5X zoom, and the 2.1 megapixels, but, in truth, the package is superb. The zoom winds up to be 5x with the digital interpretation, and the quality remains high. The flash is so good, that indoor shots look bright and rich. And 2.1 megapixels with the superior white balance and electronics in this camera are more than enough for a good 8 x 10. The really remarkable thing about the Elph is its size and relative quality. Sure, there are more powerful cameras but theyre bigger. Ive got a wonderful Nikon 35mm film camera at home that I never take anywhere because it just doesnt fit in a pocket. Thats the whole thing. Buy this camera and then decide if you need something more powerful. But you absolutly must have a great camera at this size. Problems: Ok...the screen icons are very small. You can differentiate among them, but many do not easily communicate their function because their small size makes the graphic hard to decipher. The included 8 Mb card is nearly useless. Get a 128 Mb. card and forget about cards. Also, get a card reader. It will be a nice change from using the camera cable which is just a little difficult to remove from the port because youve got to press on a button that isnt easily depressed. Also, the rubber flap over the camera port looks fragile and makes me nervous. But these are minor gripes.
On: 2002-01-27
This camera has been wonderful for me. Its so small that you can take it anywhere with you. It really does fit in your pocket comfortablly. You will never second guess the idea of bringing a camera with you when you go out. It just doesnt get in the way. The camera takes nice pictures and the video mode is much more fun than I thought it could be. Do yourself a favor and buy a 256 MB memory card to go along with this camera and you will have a blast taking pictures.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-01-26
This is the first digital camera I have owned, and I am very pleased with the purchase. I could not have asked for a better camera. The picture quality is excellent. The LCD display allows you to zoom in on a picture you have taken. The software was easy to install and makes it very easy to download pictures onto my computer. I definetly recommend this camera!!
On: 2002-01-26
The S110 makes for a perfect second digital camera. I use a high end Nikon for my business work, but its too bulky to lug around all day. Ive found that the S110 is ideal for most everyday situations. Its easy to carry (same size as a pack of cigarettes), lightweight and durable. The 2.1 megapixel CCD is all you need. Believe, I know. My Nikon is a 5 megapixel camera, and at 8x10 or smaller, there is no difference in quality of the enlargements.Caveats are the limited zoom (2x) and relatively short battery life. I turn the LCD display off and that makes a significant difference in the battery life. The small size and simplicity easily make up for these minor flaws.
On: 2002-01-23
I just got this awesome little toy on Friday night, and realized that I need a copy of my invoice for the rebate. Since my scanner no longer works, I tried taking a photo of the invoice with my new Canon S110. I was astounded by how clear the image came out. I had no problem reading every little detail on the page and it made for a great copy. Then I got more ambitious and used it to photograph an old 3x5 photo from the family album. I used the "macro" setting to get good and close, turned off the flash, and put a strong desk lamp over the photo. I couldnt believe how sharp the resulting JPG file came out! So all weekend, Ive been shooting and emailing old photos to my family -- great fun. Its even easier with a tripod and the built-in Canon "remote control" program, which lets you control the camera settings and shoot the picture using your PC keyboard when you hook the camera to the USB port.
On: 2002-01-20
Great first digital camera - thats what all (50 plus) reviews I read said.... and thats what Ive found so far. Small enough to take anywhere, small enough to put down and loose too!!!
A 128MB Compact flash is worth the extra money, the 8MB it comes with is ridiculous. An extra battery too.... although you should be getting one free if you returned the voucher (printable from the website, not in the box where I thought it was going to be!) Any wheres the cover?! I expected a cover.... but I guess Ill find a mobile phone cover that itll fit into to reduce the likelihood of scratches. But thats not really important.... Ill keep it in the little bubble-wrap wallet it came in untill I find something.
The mini battery whined noticeably the first time I charged it, but the sound was much less after that. Battery lasted longer than expected but died whilst I was uploading pictures to my computer.... no flashing warning light though, just "off". Still, no pictures lost. Battery charger is basically a light-weight plug, which the battery slots into - brilliant idea!
Can someone post how long uploading pictures to a computer via the USB is supposed to take.... it seems to take too long for me, but I may need to change some settings (Im running WinMe).
Quality of the pictures though is stunning - colour is rich and resolution is very sharp.... 2.1 MP is sufficient after all my worries that it wouldnt be.
Contols are a bit daunting at first, and tiny! but Im slowly learning what everything does and exploring new features such as the macro setting - provides a simple way to inventory the wifes jewelery, using the LCD to frame the shot. The rest of the time I follow other reviewers advice and switch the display off to save the battery.
And yes, Im going to be like all the other reviews youve read - and give this amazing piece of technology that the whole family will be fighting you for the 5 stars it deserves. I am one very pleased customer who knows he hasnt made a mistake this time.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-01-20
This little gadget is more than I expected. Even for someone who hates wasting time with manuals and complicated electronic instructions, mastering this midget was a breeze. Its small size makes it unobtrusive when snapping shots in company, and the high resolution really delivers good quality pictures that I had no trouble downloading to my PC. I have upgraded the flashcard to a 128MB, as recommended by others, and the result is tremendous. What a great way to enter the world of digital photography!
On: 2002-01-19
Those three words pretty much describe this camera. I have had mine for over a week and I have enjoyed playing with it. It is not difficult to set-up. I pretty much figured most of it out with occaisional glances at the instructions manual. The software is good, if a little complicated. The best part of the deal? Its fit-in-your-pocket size! Oh and the extra bundle of accessories I am expecting from Cannon as part of the offer. So all in all, its a small, slender, sweet deal :)
by: Anonymous On: 2002-01-17
Ive had my camera for about 6 months. It is a great camera. It is sturdy and well built, very functional, and extremely compact. My only complaint is the photo software. When it works it is great software. To date it has failed 2 times. It is fixable, but with the help of tech support. Other than that, I have no complaints or regrets abuot buying this camera. I would highly recommend this camera to potential buyers.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-01-16
I swear, I never take pictures. At least I didnt until I got this cool little camera as a XMAS gift. I just keep it in my coat pocket wherever I go. Its so small and light weight I dont even notice its there. Whenever I take some pictures, I just download them onto my computer when I get home and delete them from the camera to make room to take more pictures. Its GREAT! NO FILM TO BUY!!! It didnt take me long to figure out the controls either.
by: Anonymous On: 2002-01-15
I was a bit skeptical at first - I dont know why, maybe because of its unbelievably tiny size, but Ive always relied on Canon for quality cameras. This one hasnt disappointed me one bit!I can see where it might be a problem for some men, since the tiny size could be completely lost in a large hand. If you need a comparison, this camera is the *exact* size and shape as a pack of cigarettes. After years of lugging a big camera bag on vacation & to family events, carrying this camera is a huge relief! I added a 64MB compact flash card, and set at the highest resolution (1600x1200), I can take ~65 photos on one card. And the quality is wonderful - I can print an 8x10 (using an Epson Stylus Photo 820) that the average eye would never know was digital. This camera is also very "user friendly". Im the type of person who will only resort to reading the manual when all else fails. Ive not needed the manual AT ALL with this camera, other than to confirm what I was able to figure out on my own and to make sure I wasnt missing anything (I wasnt). Some recommended accessories: 1) A spare battery. Using the digital display alot will burn through a battery rather quickly. 2) If youll be using the higher resolution and/or video capture, get a high-capacity compact flash (64MB recommended). 3) Canon Soft Compact Case PSC 100. It holds the camera, a spare compact flash card and spare battery and still fits right in my purse. Bottom line: Money well spent for an excellent quality point & shoot digital.
On: 2002-01-15
I searched for 6 months for an ideal digital camera and this is it. I own a regular APS Canon film Elph and was interested in the digital version, but I could never find one in a store that worked so I could check out how the software worked. So, I was reluctant to purchase. I found a site called dpreviews dot com and it was just what I needed. Their reviews are so detailed that I learned everything I needed and did the comparison reviews too. There is no better 2.1 Mega Pixel camera, period.The small size is what I liked about the regular Elph. The main reason I didnt take pictures before getting a film Elph was the hassle of carrying a bulky camera. The Elph eliminates this issue completely. I can carry a camera anywhere in any pocket and be ready for every occasion. The Elphs construction is solid as a rock on both the regular and digital versions. I cant speak highly enough about the digital Elph S110 camera. It is compact and solid. The internal software was my main concern, but once I read the detailed review of how the camera software worked, with pictures of every screen and function, at the dpreview.com site, I knew this camera was the one for me. Act soon for 2 reasons: 1 - this model seems to be in short supply; and 2 - you can get a free second battery, carry case, and additional memory card until the end of the month as a special promotion from Canon. This eliminates the 2 main issues: wanting a case to protect the view screen on the back, and wanting an extra battery ($... value) so you have a spare. The picture quality if phenomenal. The movie mode is very cool too. I didnt think I would use it but its great to take a little 10 second clip and the motion reproduction is very good. The sound is very good also. As noted in some other reviews, the only flaw here is that you cant hear the audio on replays in the camera because there is no audio jack on the camera. I was concerned about getting a 2.1 mega pixel now that you can get 3, 4, and 5 mega pixel cameras but trust me, 2.1 meg is enough. It takes 1600x1200 photos that are so crisp and clear you can print an excellent 8x10 easily. And I dont know about you, but I have never had a photo blown up larger than 8x10. I recommend that you get a 128MB card. They are down to about $... bucks and one card will hold over 128 shots at the max size with max quality (superfine) (about 900KB per shot). If you use the next quality level, fine, each shot averages about 500KB. At that rate a 128MB card will hold over 240 shots. Thats enough to last a whole vacation. Movie clips of the maximum 10 second duration at the medium 320x240 mode take up about 4MB each. Lastly, the included software while not the best, is very good, and the synch/download from the camera is seamless. Attach the camera to the PC and up pops the transfer program. Click the button for whichever type of copy/download option you want, and presto, there they are.
On: 2002-01-15
This is my first digital camera and I love it! It was between this one and the Fugi Finepix 2600. Although the Fugi was a little cheaper and had a little bit better zoom, I chose this one for the rebate of free products and it was smaller than the Fugi. This camera has everything! Pictures look great. The manual is not the best for figuring out how to work it but a little playing around with it did the trick. The battery seemed to run down after about 2 hours of playing with it non-stop so I intend on always having an additional batter charged up with me. Fingerprints do show on this camera but are easily wiped off. I just love the compact size of this camera. If I had to lug around a huge camera Id never take pictures.
On: 2002-01-12
Pros: Its super small, looks cool, easy enough to use (although the menus and software can take a while if you want to use all the features), and takes nice pictures. The autofocus is reliable, and the optical zoom is good. The camera takes 2 megapixel photos, which come out really clear on a computer, and I am told will print out at photo quality at sizes up to 8" x 10".
The Elph has a lot of fun features. Some, like delayed photos, are key, others, like video capture, are not as serious, but still fun. If you really want to take digital videos, this will take grainy, 40-second videos. Otherwise, I might go for the Kodak, which doesnt take video, but has even better picture quality (see below).
Cons: Its a drag that Canon used a proprietary battery, instead of AAs like some other digitals (Kodak). You need to pay big $$ for spare batteries, and if you run out of power, forget about going to the corner store for some emergency batteries. You will need more memory cards (8 mb isnt nearly enough), and will probably need spare batteries and carrying case. Im told that if you want to use specialty lenses, its kind of a pain.
Bottom Line: Overall, the Elph S110 a great camera, but I think the Kodak DX3900 is a better buy for the money. The Kodak takes 3 megapixels instead of 2. It takes AA batteries instead of the weird Cannon battery, and I think it uses the "easyshare" dock to download photos instead of USB. The Cannon is smaller and better looking and takes short videos. Unless one of those features is critical to you, I think Kodaks got the advantage at this price level.
On: 2002-01-12
Ive had this camera for less than a week and I am very pleased with it. With 21 years experience in photography and working professionally 1/2 of those years, Ive seen a lot, and this camera is a high quality tool. I cant say this camera is better or worse than the other cameras in the same class. For just breaking into the software, the STITCH program is excellent. The other software is still under review.Its great to be able to use this camera on TV and record on VHS tapes, the main reason I bought this camera, (over the Fuji 2600). Negatives:
Battery life is short*
No case included*
I dont like the tripod mount on the corner. Does not seat its self on a tripod as well as it could, (little annoyance)
Installing the card reader and camera, it gave my camera a hickup. I think is was the reader.
*Coupon for "free" case, 16 MB card, and batt. Buy a large Hard Drive
On: 2002-01-11
Like many, this was my first step into the digital photography world, and like many, I LOVE this camera!!! It offers so much for such a small and ultra slick package: 360 degree panoramics, great movie clips!, B&W pics (can also be used for movies!), great battery life (way better than SONY), and really fun to show off. The price seemed perfect as well, especially comparing to similar cameras in the same price range. The quality of the shots are great for a digital camera. You can also get some great shots if you experiment with angles and even shaking the camera (I like funky looking pics sometimes though). The ONLY reason I deducted one star is that a) the clarity of the shots pale in comparison to nice 35mm cameras, and b) the stupid pause between pressing the shutter button and the camera taking the picture. For me, these are minimal problems, but still worth mentioning. Overall, I HIGHLY recommend this camera to anyone in the market for digital photography!! Enjoy!!
On: 2002-01-09
I love the features and the resolution of this camera, but it just feels too small in my hands. I thought being small would be good, but I feel like my hands are cramping up when I use it. I would definitely buy a Canon digital camera again, just in a more comfortable size.
by: cctez On: 2002-01-08
I have owned two still digital cameras in the last few years. A JVC and now the Canon S110. I really like the S110. Actually, I purchased it for my wife as a Christmas present, but I take every opportunity to get behind the lens and snap away. It is fun to use.The two things that I like most about the S110 are the image resolution, and the video clips. I think for the dollar your get a reasonable combination of image resolution and optical zoom -- the two things that you need to watch for in digital cameras. The video clip function is also easy to use, and gives me an opportunity to snap pretty good quality 20 second video clips, but watch out, there is no zooming during the video capture. I have a 128MB flash memory card, so I can fit about 128 high quality images on that card, not sure how many video clips. One minor thing that I dont like about the camera is that out of the box, it doesnt come with a case. Even a flimsy case would be better than none at all. Overall however, I am very satisfied with this camera, and I definitely recommend this model to non-experts that want an easy to use digital camera.
On: 2002-01-06
To sum up the power of this camera... wow. I bought the Didgital ELPH S110 as a gift for a gadget wizard. Knowing nothing about cameras I just decided to get this based on customer reviews. I didnt know things like megapixels or the like. However, while this was in the mail I learned that 2 megapixel cameras were not considered top of the line and that I should have gone with a 3 megapixel.I was disappointed that I was not getting the best camera out there. As soon as this baby arrived, however, all my fears dwindled away! I was amazed by the raw power this camera posses. Besdide the fact that it only has a 3x optical zoom or only 2x digital. 3 days after christmas my family had a holiday party so we decided to use the camera as a trial run. We were truely awed by the images we saw. Not only was this camera taking just as good, if not, better pictures than a 35mm, it was taking them at only a half resolution! People walked by our computer truely amazed by the pictures on screen. Remember I said I was clueless about cameras? Well, I still am but thanks to the ELPH S110 I am still able to take beautiful pictures. The options are all very easy and the menus are simple to navigate. So, for a conclusion, obviously I do like this camera very much. Is it worth the price? Probably. Am I glad I own this camera? MOST DEFINITLY! If you are considering buying this camera, look no further, this camera is the real deal!
On: 2002-01-06
I love this sleek little camera. Ive read all of the bad reviews and most of them, personally, just sound like people that dont know a whole lot about operating a camera and the fundamentals of photography. I do not agree that the flash is weak, in fact Ive nicknamed it the "epileptic fit" flash. When taking a photo of a room, it lights the whole room. When focusing on a subject, it lights the subject. I actually prefer to have the flash turned off, and this camera gets along pretty decently without a flash. My one main complaint is that there isnt a setting to KEEP the flash off. I find it annoying when I keep having to turn off the flash every time I switch from replay mode to camera mode.Otherwise, I agree with most of the positive reviews here. Its easy to use, photos have beautiful quality, excellent software, etc. And of course, you gotta love the size. Looks like a spy cam.
On: 2002-01-04
I received this camera for Christmas and I really enjoy taking photos with it.Although I am still learning a few things about this camera, I am a bit dissappointed that it could only take 6 seconds of moving picture. I wish that it would take at least 3 minutes of moving picture instead of 6 seconds.Its too bad that the manufacturer has to milk you for more money to buy at least the 128MB CF card in order to get more than 6 seconds of moving pictures.
On: 2002-01-01
This camera is a great replacement for your old 35mm. It takes great snapshots and is easy to use. While the small size is great, it might be too small for big hands. The battery charges very quickly. The only problem Ive encountered is the flash. Finding a distance that will illuminate the subject perfectly can be tricky. In low-light the corners tend to be dark if youre too far away. Im sure the flash is just as good as most cameras of this size and price-range. For Mac users, upgrade to OS X. The new operating system makes working with this camera incredibly simple. Just plug in the USB cable and your Mac will automatically recognize that you have connected a S110 and will ask you to select the files you wish to download. I was truly amazed with the elegant, seamless operation, good job Apple.
by: Anonymous On: 2001-12-31
Did alot of reading of reviews before deciding on the S110. It was a toss up between it and an Olympus Camedia D510. The Olympus seemed to have more little things that could be a problem.I am very glad I chose the Canon. The delay in the shutter is not a problem yet, as continous shooting feature will take care of it. The movie feature is fabulous. Was shooting movies right away. Learning curve is very fast even though the instructions are overwhelming at first glance. I dont have a problem deleting with the few steps it takes, everything is very easy to use once you know what does what. Didnt have any trouble w/ the software. All in all it is a fabulous little camera, the pictures are fabulous. i shot on midrange settings at first, that were crystal clear, but now using the lowest settings as they travel the web faster, and are of excellent quality. Highly recommend this little powerhouse.
by: Anonymous On: 2001-12-31
I got my PowerShot S110. Its the perfect point and click digital camera. I dont mind not having 3x Optical zoom, although that would be nice, but how often are you going to be out of range where you would require 3x optical and use it? The image quality is great and the Flash is brighter then my Powershot S20 (3.3 mega pixel camera thats quite a bit larger)
I wanted a highly portable camera and this is certianly it.
The 8mb card isnt much but since the media is so cheap I Decided to go for the gusto and get a 128mb card which is way more then enough so its all good.
On: 2001-12-30
I have owned the PowerShot S100, identical to the S110 without the mpeg feature, for nearly eight months, and its truly amazing. But Ill say this, the camera has the ability to produce stunning pictures that push the technical limitations if its design, however you need to know what your doing. Learning isnt difficult, unlike film cameras in which you must pay for the film, pay to have it developed (whether you do it yourself or not) and wait an extended amount of time to see the result, digital offers you the ability to learn by trial and error in a short period of time. The unparalleled part is that you can experiment with different settings in an environment and see the results instantly, making slight adjustments until you like the result. When you have finally learned what the camera can and cannot do, have improved your own artistic ability and honed your powers of observation and awareness of your environment, the true fun begins...Once your ready, you can turn off the LCD display and flash, and have nearly unlimited shooting times off one battery. I have taken as many as 148 pictures on a single charge, and could probably do more if use of the LCD is further restrained. Ignore the manual and the software; the PowerShots can take any size Compact Flash card. There is only one beaf, and it can be a disaster... Canon includes a software program called ZoomBrowser EX, its a very convient program to download, sort, and archive your photos. There are better programs, but this one includes an interface with the camera that allows you to change internal settings, list functions, and monitor settings. Its works flawlessly with just a few pictures, but when you get up around 5000 like myself (dont laugh, it doesnt take long, buy a CD-ROM burner if you dont have one already) it can turn on you in a heartbeat. So Ill include just a few tips I have learned, but it will all depend on your software version, your computer hardware, and how much you push the software to give up the goods. Make sure you sort ALL your photos into folders, name them whatever you want, but you must break up the pictures, you cannot dump 800 pictures into the main folder and expect the program to function long. The slide show feature will prove this time and time again. It had caused me to reinstall the program half a dozen times before I understood what NOT to do. When viewing a slide show, select an entire folder from a main folder, do not select individual pictures unless you keep it under 40 or so, it will lock up and it will kill the program. If you do it by mistake and it looks like its locked up, leave it, let it run for hours if you have to, it sometimes will recover. But if you stop it, it may not start again. Now, you dont lose your pictures, just the ability to view them in ZoomBrowser. You can rebuild from scratch, but it takes time. Just be patient with the software, dont push it, and keep lots of hardcopy backups.
On: 2001-12-30
The world of digital cameras is a confusing one for the average consumer. What brand should I buy? What are mega-pixels? How much memory do I need? Can I connect it to my home computer? Fortunately, theres the Canon PowerShot S110, one of the best consumer digital cameras on the market. Its portable (the size of a deck of cards), durable, very easy-to-use and takes professional quality pictures (2.1 mega-pixels). Even at the cameras lowest resolution, 640x480, snapshots look of film-quality. Moreover, its a cinch to connect the camera to your computer. But portability and mega-pixels are not the only things to look for. The PowerShot S110 powers on in a mere 3 to 4 seconds -- unlike most digital cameras -- allowing the user to take pictures at a moments notice. In addition, the camera boasts an easy-to-navigate on-screen menu -- again, unlike most digital cameras -- so that you can view your snapshots and change settings on the fly. Overall, the PowerShot S110 is a very good value. It comes with all the features that you need, and all the gadgetry that you crave: all at a reasonable price. I highly recommend it. (One note: the PowerShot S110 comes with about 8 MB of memory, meaning that you can store in the camera about 4-8 high-resolution photos or about 32-35 low-resolution photos. I recommend upgrading to 64 MB when you have the chance.)
On: 2001-12-29
I wanted a small, easy to use camera to replace the 35mm point-and-shoot I usually carry in my jacket while on ski trips. The S110 has some great features for skiing: 1) The size. Fits easily in an inside jacket pocket. 2) The movie option. Ok, the resolution is pretty poor and you cant zoom but its fun to get somebody blasting out of a chute -- 15 seconds of video is fine for this. It doesnt replace a video camera, but a few clips along with still pictures is great. Audio is good enough to catch skier comments as they pass by. Also, unlike with a bulky video camera, people dont know that youre "filming". 3) The "stitch" option to take panoramic pictures. I was impressed by both the S110s sliding window and the PC software that combined the images to create a single panoramic image. 4) Havent wiped out yet, but the camera _seems_ rugged enough to take some jostling. 5) Video output to hook up to the TV in the condo -- most cameras have this. 6) The LCD is bright enough to see on a bright day. Other cameras in this price range may have these features. I tried a Kodak DX3215 for a day and found it to be a good camera, but lacking in most of the areas above. The S110 negatives are the price, a 2X optical zoom instead of a 3X, and the included 8MB flash (you will probably want at least 32MB). I find that I am often disappointed with technology, but this is one of the few electronic items I own that I would immediately purchase again if it were stolen/lost/broken.
On: 2001-12-29
My wife gave me the Canon Powershot S110 for Christmas, and I couldnt be more please with it. I am not a techie or camera buff, but was able to use it immediately, as to most features, load the software on my office computer (Windows 2000) and transfer the images to Zoom, the software Canon supplies. I was up and running in no time at all! (I did have a problem, yet unsolved, on my home computer, running Win98). Id recommend this camera to anyone, for home or office/business use. Its a 2.1 mpixel. I was glad to receive it, although not the "latest" 3,4 or 5 mpixel. It is more than adequate for my use, is small, can slip into a jacket or even a suit/sport coat pocket.
On: 2001-12-29
I was deciding between the Canon S110 and the Nikon Coolpix 775. I was looking for a digital camera to take snapshots to replace my current APS camera.
Size and speed (the speed between shots) were the most important factors for me. The Nikon was slightly larger, and slower than the Canon. I compared actual images created by the two cameras and I found the Canon to be slightly sharper and better looking overall.
I am a "serious amature" photographer, and this is my first foray into digital. I feel that film offers much better quality than any 2 megapixel camera ever could, but I think for snapshots, which I generally scan and post to the web anyway, this camera is the way to go.
On: 2001-12-26
Ive only used it a day (Christmas present for the mrs., but of course I need to use it extensively in order to demonstrate to her how it works, right?) but already I am very happy with this camera. Picture quality using the auto setting is excellent; it feels solidly built; the instruction manual at first appears lengthy but it is well-written and to the point. As for hooking to a USB, I bought a SanDisk compact flash reader that Windows 98 recognized and installed without a hitch. Also, it saves the camera batteries by downloading pictures via the reader instead of the camera. .... I did a lot of research (consumer and pro reviews) before making a purchase and am so glad I chose the Canon. I agree with the other 5-star ratings - you wont go wrong with this one!
by: Anonymous On: 2001-12-26
This is a very good camera. Its size is perfect for people who like to travel light and the quality of the pictures is excellent. The instruction manual is frequently difficult to understand, and I believe that, for the price, Canon might well throw in a simple case. The lack of one is not only annoying but also endangers the camera.
On: 2001-12-24
After comparing the comparable Sony P50, I chose the Canon Elph because of size and quality of pictures. This little monster is unbelievable. Having owned an Elph 35mm that I purchased a couple of years ago, I knew the great value of small size and quality pictures. Never having owned a digital before, I wanted to do my homework. I compared the Sony to the Elph S110, and found the Elph takes clearer pictures, and is a breeze to upload to your computer. A little difficulty at first toward the end of the installation process, but once I resolved the problem, it was a breeze. Fun to carry, so small it fits into any pocket. Also the battery charges fairly quickly and last longer than Ive ever needed. Suggestion, turn the LCD off when you shoot most pics and your battery will last longer. Buy an extra 64mbs of memory. Its fairly cheap ... and holds a boat load of med. resolution pics, more than you can use. Great value for great price.
On: 2001-12-22
I didnt even have the camera for a whole day and Im already amazed by how well it performs. The size of the camera is incredible. There were a few things that concerned me before purchasing this camera that I read from other reviews (like it taking a few seconds to take a picture and the flash not being powerful). I think it takes the picture fast. You hold the button down half way when preparing to take the picture (it focuses in on subject) and then press it all the way down when ready, and BAM!, the flash goes off and takes the picture. Also it has a powerful flash. You cant expect it to light up the entire city from this little guy, but I took a picture indoors with the lights off and the flash made it look like the lights were on. I cant wait to use all the other features that the camera comes with!!
On: 2001-12-21
The Canon S110 Digital ELPH camera is the BEST! I have just purchased mine today, and it was well worth the money (...). If you are reading this and trying to decide on the S100, or the S110, buy the S110 RIGHT NOW! I almost bought the S100, since it was cheaper, but I am glad that I held off and purchased the S110. The digital video is AWESOME, and the camera makes a stanger say "hey, what is the LITTLE thing?" You look COOL when you whip this thing out of your pocket and snap a photo or a VIDEO of something, while everyone else has to open their pack up to find their camera. The ONLY few MINOR things that could be a LITTLE bothersome are: this sucker doubles as a heater when used for extended periods of time (HOT!), and the "snap picture" button does take a little long to take the picture (but this is only due to the fact the the camera sets the resolution, light, and other stuff right before the shot is taken). If you want a staight amswer, here it is : BUY THE CAMERA!!!! If you dont youll wish youd bought it. Simple as that.
by: Anonymous On: 2001-12-20
The reason I bought a digital camera was to store pictures and x-rays (...). Picture quality and portability were very important to me and this camera offers both. The black and white feature proved very useful when I take pictures of x-rays. The macro mode works excellent and allows someone to take pictures of CT or MRI views with very good clarity. The greatest feature of the camera is its size. It allows me to carry my camera everywhere (OR, clinic). Although bigger (and more expensive cameras ) may have more features (that you probably never use) and better resolution Im not sure that the difference is great and worthwile the hastle of carrying a big bag arround. You will definitely need a bigger memory card (I bought a 128MB). The battery life is satisfactory although I am getting a second battery through Canons special offer. The software is very good and allows to create an easy to use archive of your pictures. Although my laptop (Compaq Pressario 1610) has windows 95 which I upgraded to 98, I had no problem with the USB port as other customers (even Canon) suggested.
The camera does not come with a case which is quite unfortunate considering the price. I bought through Canon a case for Canon Elph (not the digital model)which is cheap, not bulky, and the camera fits in perfeclty. Although this is my first digital camera I am very satisfied with the purchase and the camera has done her job brilliantly. Congratulations to Canon for this gadget.
by: Anonymous On: 2001-12-19
I can carry it in my pocket at dawn, capture a sunrise, or the fog lifting from the swale. I find myself a guerrilla photographer in the house, taking chances on my pets in funny positions. All of these are shots I never would have gotten with my large 35mm camera and its big lens.
The size and lightness is its best feature. I carry it with me almost everywhere. The photos are good in mid range, and excellent at its highest resolution. It is easy to use, the keys are not too small, and the battery lasts reasonably if you dont keep it on after downloading your photos. I recommend it highly.
On: 2001-12-18
I bought the Canon PowerShot S110 as a supplement to my Nikon SLR (big, film camera that takes great pictures). Instead, I seem to have displaced the Nikon forever. The Canons small size allows me to take it where I would never take my SLR. Thus, the joy of capturing so much more on film makes this camera tops in my book. This is all due to the very small size of the camera, but the camera would not be a favorite if it were not for the high quality prints. The camera operates very easily, comes with built in flash, a 2x zoom (and an additional digital zoom), the ability to switch between black and white photos, color photos, or small movie clips with sound. The camera supports any Type I sized Compact Flash memory card. I recently bought a 256MB CF card that stores over 260 of the highest quality pictures or literally thousands of lower quality pictures. Battery life is fully acceptable. One battery gave me about 175 photos using the LCD screen and the flash. The battery recharges very quickly. The software is excellent, installed easily, and helps you to easily download and manage your photos. No matter what OS you will use, you will always be able to download photos through the USB connection. Software allows you to view, crop, and digitally alter your photos AND movies. So, you can add frames, borders to each print. Also, you can cut and paste prints on top of each other. So you can take that picture of the the Pyramids, and implant your baby girl on top of them. (If you ever wanted to do something like that, of course) One of the most unique pieces of software allows you to take multiple pictures of a panorama. Then, the software automatically connects each photo for one perfect panorama shot. My picture of the French town of Cap Ferrat is awesome. The camera takes great photos. The 2.1 Megapixel size should suffice for normal operations. At the highest quality the photos are suitable for printing up to 20" * 30" although they may show signs of graininess. If you buy a higher Megapixel camera, remember that each photo needs more storage. So, a 4 Mpixel camera would need a 512MB Compact flash card to store the same quality and same number of images as mine. The #1 feature of this camera is the size. Its simply phenomenal. The picture taking is great, and the movie capability is the icing on the cake.
On: 2001-12-18
This toy is really amazing. For all you folks out there who just want a digital camera for some fun, this is the best buy.
I did fair amount of research and in fact cancelled my coolpix 775 order before getting this one.
The first thing which struck me is its size; boy its small....the battery charger is the same size as the actual camera !
Just add a cf memory card adapter and you have a swell combination with canons current memory+bag+battery offer.
Just buy it !
On: 2001-12-15
First off this camera rocks! (...)Okay, lets face it even if you spent $1500 on a top of the line digital camera it will never compare to a $400 Film SLR camera. And thats what i realized when i went to purchase a digital camera. Size of camera/quality/price were the deciding factors. so using this criteria i didnt want a bulky digital camera that wouldnt fit in my pocket. This ELPH turned out to produce extremely good resolution pictures. It has 3 resolutions and each resolution has 3 compression settings. I have hooked it up to both Mac and Wintel boxes with no problems. Plug and play is what this camera and software are all about. My friends were very impressed as well. there seems to be a large difference between 1 and 2 megapixel cameras. but the difference between 2 and 3 didnt appear to be as great. 2.1 megapixels are enough for most snap shots. I tried out the 360 degree panorama feature and it really is amazing how the software stiched the shots together. Very easy. your mother could probably do it. it was seamless stitching. it blew me away. Also it records movies with no stuttering. it saves them to the flash module in the AVI format. For a mac guy like me that was no problem AVI is compatible with any quicktime equipped Macintosh...and every mac comes with quicktime. The camera records sound too. but you cannot play back the movie with sound because there is no built in speaker. dont worry the sound is there and will easily download to your computer. One caveat, there does however appear to be a difference in composition when using the display to compose a shot versus the viewfinder. The viewfinder in inaccurate. But, I prefer the display instead so this is not a problem. Also to better appreciate this camera be sure to make the investment in a larger flash module. A 32MB module will allow you 31 pictures in 1600x1200 (largest resolution) Or 144 pictures in 640x480 ( the smallest resolution ). (...) even with this sale your still saving money and getting more than what i did from the good guys. BTW: I imagine this sale has something to do with a new generation of megapixel cameras coming soon. I would jump in on this one instead of waiting. this camera will still beat your cheapo film camera with the plastic lens, it even beats the film ELPH that i gave to my mother a few years back. If there is a longer life battery then get one too. Otherwise get as is and enjoy . You wont be sorry.
On: 2001-12-14
I have had the Canon PowerShot S110 Digital ELPH Camera for a month now, and I love it! The compact size is why I initially chose this camera, but after doing research, I found that I definitely would get my moneys worth if I purchased this camera, so I did. What I really like about this digital camera is that it has an automatic and a manual mode, so it is nice for the amature and experienced picture-taker. Also, this camera has a black and white mode, which I find fabulous. The only reason why I rated this item the way I did was I could not get the software to recognize the camera. I solved that problem by getting a CompactFlash card reader for my laptop computer, so all is well. I would highly recommend this product.
On: 2001-12-14
Having the Canon Powershot S100 Digital ELPH in my hands is just like having a wish-granting elf around to create the clearest, sharpest, and easiest digital photos imaginable. With its tiny but powerful built-in telephoto lens, the camera is easy to manipulate and takes great pictures whether close-up or at a distance. I was at a party recently where the new toy of the evening was the S100 Digital ELPH and I have to say that, for the price, it is the best digital camera I have seen to date. A tiny piece of electronics measuring only 3.4" x 2.2" x 1.1", this camera weighs less than seven ounces and the buttons are few and easy to locate and learn. The kit contains the 2.1 Mpixel Canon PowerShot S100 camera, 8Mb CompactFlash card, wrist strap, USB cable, video out cable, software (including Canon Digital Camera Solutions and Adobe PhotoDeluxe), rechargeable lithium-ion battery w/charger, and easy to follow manuals for both the camera and software. We took some dark campfire photos at the party using the flash and the clarity was astounding. On the LCD screen, the photos were crisp and clear and when emailed out to the party guests, everyone was very pleased with the pictures. There was no flash glare. The batteries allow for about 50 photos (LCD on) including download time. Canon claims 85 with LCD on and over 250 with LCD off but having the LCD on permits the photographer to see the photos as he or she takes them and delete right then whichever ones are not to their liking. Recharging is a breeze and the camera is small enough to fit into a front shirt pocket or small handbag or waistpack. There is also a built-in lens cover and optical viewfinder however be prepared to leave smudges from your nose on the LCD screen when taking photos. If you are looking for the best compact digital camera available now, the Canon Powershot S100 Digital ELPH is the camera for you and your family. Makes a great Christmas or birthday gift, too, for those hard-to-please bosses or the person who has almost everything.
On: 2001-12-14
Currently, the two most popular pocket sized 2mp cameras are the S110 and the Nikon 775. I work at a camera store. Since these are the two cameras we sell the most of, I wanted to see for myself which one took better pictures. I tripod mounted each one and made the settings the same: auto white balance, high resolution JPEG possible, no flash, timer exposure (as to avoid camera shake). I printed out an 8x10 of each (which is about as big as youd want to go with a 2mp camera). They werent color corrected, just straight prints. The Canon was visibly sharper, and the white balance had been much more accurately corrected than the Nikon had. All of the lighting in the store is flourescent. Without a flash, pictures taken under florescent light tend to come out yellow. The picture from the Nikon was a lot more yellow and a lot darker. The Canon, although not *perfect*, looked much more true to life. Of course you can always fix this on the computer, but the fact remains, the auto white balance on the Canon worked better.The three advantages the Nikon has over the Canon are: better macro, slightly bigger zoom and the ability to use a 2CR5 lithium battery (and not *just* the rechargable it comes with). Other than that, the Canon is in my opinion is better in every way. If you do want a Canon with a bigger zoom, check out the S300 (you get a bigger zoom, but keep in mind the body is a little bigger than the S110). Canons software is better, plus the body is metal and very well crafted. Highly recommended for someone looking for a travel sized camera and not requiring prints larger than 8x10.
 On: 2001-12-13
Very good point and shoot camera in an elegant tight compact package with one problem that can be summed up in one word S_L_O_W! From the slow power on to the almost 2 second delay from the time the shutter button is pushed until the shot is taken. Also the shutter speed in anything other than full sunlight is poor. The software works well. The color accuracy is flawless with good resolution. The focus could be tighter; this may be a result of its poor performance in less than perfect light.
by: pet8 On: 2001-12-12
Since the pros of this camera has been beaten to death, Ill concentrate on the cons. I use this mostly for indoor shots with flash.More than half the photos have oversaturated color to the point where I have to desaturate many of them before showing them. Also, about one out of 10 photos is out of focus. My monitor is adjusted so that most digital photos I see from my other digital camera as well as on the web look normal. No gamma correction is applied. When previewing photos on the camera in the zoom mode, it is very difficult to move the photo up and down because you have to hold down one key while pressing another key thats 5 mm apart. Red-eye reduction works, still a little bit of redeye remains. Although not as good as I have hoped, I still carry this camera with me everywhere until I find something better in this size.
by: Anonymous On: 2001-12-11
I purchased my Canon S110 and I guess its a good camera. After some intense researching, I finally decided to go with this camera due to hearing good reviews. Also, like any first time owner of a digital camera, I was excited to use it and try to learn all the functions. However, the only problem Im having is the color mode. When I take pictures indoors, the color is off, even after playing with the exposure mode. Can anyone help me with this? Also the flash makes an area of the image too bright, this is when Im close to the subject.
Everything else seems fine, the movie mode is fun to use.One more thing, whats the difference with super fine, fine, etc.? What is the best mode to take a good quality image?
by: Anonymous On: 2001-12-09
First of all, I just want to say that this was I think the best buy I could have made, considering the options. When I first started looking into my next digital camera I went straight to the BAD reviews. My other option was the [similarly priced] Sony DSC-P50. Lets just say that compared to the competition, the Canon has practically NO real flaws.First of all, someone commented (about the Canon S110) that the USB connectivity is a big problem. Yes, but no *real* problem (remember, it uses flash cards). True, when I installed the USB drivers to my Win2K machine it kicked off my HP PhotoSmart 1000. So I just went via route #2. Dont even use the USB connectivity (you dont need it!)- either use a USB compactflash card reader (VERY cheap) or, as I do, just throw the universal compactflash card from the Canon into the compactflash card reader in your USB printer, access it from Windows Explorer and whammo! Second bad thing that I read about the camera was that its metal case didnt make it any more durable. Well, thats not really an issue because I dont know many people who expect their smal |
