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    Product Description

    CANON SX230 HS

    Building on the success of the SX220 HS, the PowerShot SX230 HS has loads to offer, including a 14x optical zoom and a built-in GPS receiver.This stylish, compact camera is suitable for use in a wide range of environments. Plus, it's comfortable to grip and use, thanks to its Smart ...

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  • LINK amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/­B005NUV2FO/electronic-uk-cat-2­1

    Product Description

    CANON SX230

    Building on the success of the SX220 HS, the PowerShot SX230 HS hasloads to offer, including a 14x optical zoom and a built-in GPSreceiver.This stylish, compact camera is suitable for use in awide range of environments. Plus, it's comfortable to grip and use,thanks to its Smart Auto ...

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  • is it good to record with

  • I just got it, among other things because of this review and have to say that I am more than satisfied with this camera. It's very easy to use and also packs a few neat functions like the full manual option for people who want to experiment with their shooting skills.

    It looks cool, it is well designed and it delivers. Definitely worth a look.

  • as good as the S100?

  • What is the maximum recording time in 1080p HD?

  • @lucassenone In the HD video modes the maximum is 30 minutes, in SD the recording will stop after an hour. So to fill a big SD card you'll have to press the recoding button a few times.

    But unless you want to do stuff like catching wildlife or generally are not always next to the camera this will hardly be an issue.

  • Good review. But misses a few things. Like the battery performance even without the gps. I own this camera - a few shots and zooms - you would last about a 80 photos and about 10 short videos. The deadly orange cell indicator pops up. Talking of popup, there is no way to stop the flash from popping up. I use my finger!

    + side - gives excellent pic quality, 14xzoom and almost does what a DSLR & a video camera does - in a pocketable size. Summary - good buy - but buy 2 extra batteries too.

  • can we manual focus in video mode?

  • @humxa24 in video mode, no, only on images

  • i heard u cnt zoom in on video with this camera.. Is this true?

    also is it waterproof? thank u !

  • @shawtynize You can zoom in video mode. Only in slow motion videos the zoom is deactivated.

    And this camera is not waterproof. It has an underwater option, but you'll need a separate underwater casing for that.

  • I was told by fellow that you have to have a computer with at least 4 0r 5 gig memory to process any photos done on a camera with CMOS SENSOR-----my computer only has 2 gig memory so I better not buy a camera with cmos if I intend on processing images with that computer--right?

  • @micmoable lol you'll be fine...think that fellow was havin a laugh with you!

  • @YoKoCharm yeah, it does focus if you zoom in close

  • Just want to say this is an amazing camera. and I highly recommend it! I take it everywhere!

  • Nice review. Looking at this camera as a gift for my daughter.

  • At the time 1:25, a menu appears like the Canon SX 130is. Nice manual focus!!!

  • How long does it take for the gps to get a fix outside?

  • Gps?

  • Should I buy this camera or Canon Elph 310HS ???

  • @CrystalBai88 That's exactly what I was thinking.. what did you end up buying?

  • What camera did you use to film this video

  • Best Moon Zoom pocket cam ever:)

  • Steve Berra does camera reviews now? =)

  • @skatingdisaster lol most people dont even know who steve berra is lol.

  • @KeelanMcDorman ha, I wouldn't doubt it.

  • @KeelanMcDorman lol thats y there is sumfing called google! i swear ppl r so dumb nowadays!

  • @skatingdisaster hahaha.he retired because of his ankle injury before and focus on photography.lol

  • i have the camera but i just watch the video because him ♥

  • @droppinstep me too (:

  • Does it work well taking pictures of jewelry?

  • that is so -.- ! the video is shit!

  • Great review, this currently is my choice as a gift for my girlfriend looks like a great camera.

  • What would you recommend Canon PowerShot SX230 HS, Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS or PowerShot SD4500 IS????help me choose..

  • just got it today, $215 at bestbuy, look like a great deal, we'll see.

  • @skatonymx taxes included

  • this is a great, great camera but the battery gets very hot when the camera is used especially when the GPS is activated.

  • I've reviewed alot of cameras and read many reviews. The Canon 230HS had the best reviews for the price. I just bought one on sale for $199.00 but the regular price is $299. I also obtained the accidental insurance for an extra charge but it's 2 years. I've used it since the purchase and the pictures are decent. I would recommend it.

  • I will buy it for my Mumma ,but i m not an expert ,what you think ..good camera ? ?

  • how much is SX230 now in US??

  • @potestas1000 Got mine on amazon for 186.00$ with Free one day shipping

  • @EjsReviews thanks! =))

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  • Wait a sec... I know I knew you! Had to wait til the vid was over to tell that your from techno buffalo,

  • Why is it better if it has less megapixels ?

  • @TechWizard0 Megapixels is a common misconception that OH IF IT HAS MORE MEGAPIXELS THE BETTER.! No. It doesn't depend on that. Depends on the sensor, etc.

  • which is better this one or canon elph 500

  • @angelsine21

    the elph 500 has only 4x zoom.. you can get the 230 now for the same price as the elph 500 at bhphoto.. recommended at this price

  • @bennikl1982 yeah i think.. ill gonna buy soon sx230 thanks for the info. :)

  • Which Is Better, This OR The Sony Alpha NEX-3 ? Please Answer

  • How thick is it?

  • This is my first camera, I really dont know if there is any better compact camera! This is a beast!

  • @GoAlienUFO is it good camera?how much it is?

  • @angelsine21 It is $279 at Bestbuy Canada, check your local retailer's website

  • @vytlind001 thanks for your reply :)

  • @angelsine21 Yea it is a very good compact camera, it is $199 :)

  • I bought this. Do you think I made a good choice?

  • which is better this one or elph 500 hs? im planning to buy but i dunno which is better.. help plz. thanks

  • I just got this and I was wondering if its good or not? also how long videos does it take?

  • Would you reccommend this to a beginner photographer? If not, what would you reccommend?

  • this camera made in China or Japan?

  • @TakiFTI Chipan, japan lens, chips, tech, but made in china

  • ive heard this phone has very poor battery life, is that true?

  • @mohammadzafar cell reception is terrible on this phone.

  • i dono between lumix dmc-tz20 or this??

  • @ellehcorecdg I'm in the same boat Elle, can't decide.

  • Should I buy the canon sx30 is or the sx230 hs

  • How does this compare to the Sony CyberShot DSC-HX9V? I'm thinking particularly in terms of their video capabilities... Thanks!

  • Canon PowerShot SX210IS or 230IS? 4th Nov is my birthday plz help!

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  • if i am mainly looking for good image quality, i would mostly be turning the gps off and dont take too many videos, this or the 210? please respond!:)

  • Thanks a lot mate

    

  • I bought it yesterday for €250, going to try it out today :)

  • would this camera be above average for photography - please lemme know - thanks !

  • @FrancCastle above average for a compact anyway...check out the Olympus XZ-1. It's not much more expensive than this but image quality/low light performance is much better..

  • @niallio77 okie doke - how r olympus cameras - better than canon/sony ?

  • @FrancCastle All companies make good/bad stuff. Go by individual camera, not company. The XZ-1, for it's class, has good IQ, lightning fast and good in low light. Definitely better than the SX230 and only maybe $50-70 more expensive. It's an 'enthusiast compact', meaning it's good enough for hardcore street photographers, and even as back-up for Pro photographers.

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  • @niallio77 alright, thank you for taking out time and educating me. okay so i did some research and its come down to one of either s95 or xz 1, i need ur opinion/suggestions as they both seem to be top notch cameras...

  • @FrancCastle Yeah the S95 is good too, and one advantage is it's more compact than the XZ-1...HOWEVER the successor to it, the Canon S100, is out in Europe soon, and it should be real good too. I've no idea about the price though..Wait for the reviews because it'll be the first Canon with the latest Digic V processor and it could be an interesting camera. THEN make your decision  :)

  • Great review. I ti s an A+++

  • I'm already waiting for the replacement of this model. I need the 24mm lens and hopefully the replacement model would have it.

  • I'm going to a concert in 11 days and I really need a good camera would this one be good for a dark and loud concert? please comment back!

  • Can barely hear your voice... only the music... !!! too bad.

  • This or the new Fujifilm finepix f600exr (15x Optical zoom, 16MP) which is out 29th of Oct, cause that new camera has good video features (pro low light, shoots 320fps) Does this camera have good video features?

  • My dad works at Canon!<3 :)

  • How's the battery life with GPS turned off?

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  • guys this camera rocksss! A big thumbs up

  • After turning it on, how long does it take for it to find GPS satellites and get a position?

  • @Tuxie  Just beware, gps on drains the battery massively!

  • s95 or sx230?

  • @poljackph sx220 if you dont need the GPS !

  • @TheSheepherd That's only available in Europe.

  • @SengKiat93 thats crap...really...

  • please help! within a few days buy a camera but not sure if the CANON PowerShot SX230 buy or buy HS poweshot CANON ELPH 300 HS? HELP!

    POSTSCRIPT: I hold the operating system is MAC OS X LION!

  • So I'm guessing this camera wouldn't be good for filming concerts, with the low lighting issues than?

  • Which one is better? Canon Powershot SX130 IS or Canon Powershot ELPH 300 HS. I need help..

  • Nice Camera. I have a video of the PERFECT MOUNT for this camera on my page. There is nothing like it on the market and it is low priced. It has 3 adjustable axis points that make awesome.

  • Help elph 300 hs or this

  • Im in 3d modeling so I take pictures of on the fly of textures and different things. i also need something to record for YouTube.. indoor and outdoors... I need something to put in the pocket more or less... is this good for me?

  • Could someone give me someadvice? My birthday is in 1 month and I'm thinking of buying a cam of around 240 euros. I found this Canon Powershot SX230 HS and it looks good so far, but I've read that the one of the cons of this cam is that it has a low battery life. I've also read that the canon powershot sx220 HS, which is similar to this one (but it doesn't have GPS), has a better battery life. I'd like to know whether this is true or not and whether the GPS isn't a "must-have". Thanks in advance

  • @fspilot221 if you are a traveler and you want to know exactly where your pictures were taken, it may be a must have. you can also turn the gps off and that wont drain the battery that fast.

  • Remember I was here.Thai 6:07PM 9/6/2011

  • I wonder if the autofocus works during video?

  • @feureau yes

  • Flash pops up everytime the camera is turned on and there's no way around preventing that from happening. What wee you thinking, Canon? :)

    As with all Canon small digital cameras, image and video quality are good, and so is the optical zoom performance.

  • @lifewasters put it on program mode with the flash always turned off and that wont happen, i read that on a page, not sure if its true

  • My friend let me borrow this camera yesterday and it is a very nice camera, the only thing I did not like about the camera is it is hard to hold the camera with 2 hands since the flash pops up

  • @Masoud5991 oh thank you so much! Your confidence helped me to make a choice. Goin to get this, but pink in colour. Thanks!

  • Damn! I'm torn between this and Sony TX10.

  • URGENT!!!! HELP ME!! Canon SX230 HS or Nikon S9100??

  • @blackpolkadot511

    I have searched a lot and found canon sx230hs better. This includes 3 months of searching for the best camera and finally bought it a week ago in blue (the same colour he is holding). I personally think that the money is well spent. Go for it man, U wont be disappointed, unless they introduce a new one after few months....

  • @blackpolkadot511 sx230!! i got the nikon s9100 and returned it to costco, it was HORRIBLE

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  • Hey man! I'm thinking of buying a serious compact camera, but cannot decide between the Canon S95 and the SX230 HS. Which one would you buy? I already own a DSLR, but want to get a pocketable camera that takes at least acceptable photos/videos. Does the wheel in front around the lens really make a big difference in handling? Furthermore, I would also use the video mode, where I think that the SX230 clearly outshines the S95. Thanks!

  • Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 or Canon PowerShot SX230 HS ?

  • @confusious45 I would put the money in the elph 300hs that what I bought and its awesome!

  • @confusious45 SX230 HS

  • @confusious45 Both are great cameras, the ELPH is more compact and classy, with less zoom. The SX230 is bigger, with a great optical Zoom and maybe more comfortable for record video (wide screen).

  • @confusious45 Canon Powershot Elph 300

  • @confusious45 ELPH 300 for casual use, SX230 for more serious picture takers

  • @confusious45 I have same question now. Did you get an answer ? if so please tell me. thanks!

  • PLEASE HELP!!!!

    Which would you say is better... the Elph or the SX220 HS???

    I can't decide which to get???

  • Man I just can't decide if I should go for the elph 300/500 for the very pocketable size but the sx230hs keeps calling to me. Other then that it's black or electric blue (:

  • Im going to Peru in a few days and I would like to know which is the best digital camera for pics and HD recording for under $300. Ive been lookng at Nikon Coolpix S9100 or this one. Any better ones out there for vids and pics?

  • I shooted some videos with it when I was in Turkey:

    youtube.com/watch?v=LSV9INvPvQ­A

    youtube.com/watch?v=CAkCV4dObd­Y

  • @TheCurccu I ended up getting the camera and it was great took over 200 pics in 10 days and many vids.

  • @raulgomez902 happy for you!

  • Which one should I buy? I cant decide... Canon PowerShot S95 or Canon PowerShot SX320 HS?

  • go for the canon its far superior

  • The camera in this review or Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10???

  • What pocket digital camera do you recommend???

  • Awesome review! Thank you! :)

  • I've seen your reviews&searched the internet to no avail so now I'm hoping maybe you'll see this&help me:

    I know no point&shoot can do that well in a concert setting but I need one that can hold up decent in lowlight w fast moving objects(people)& has good zoom. I know that no matter what there'll be noise since even DSLRs have trouble shooting concerts but I'd like your suggestion on a camera in the $250-350area. Preferably around or sub-$300 but I can go up. Thanks in advance if you answer :)

  • Great review. Thanks.

  • the grid annoys me. can you take that out..

  • I just got this camera but i don;t know how to put the pictures i've taken onto my macbook

  • I was wondering which camera would be better: Canon powershot SX30 IS ...OR...Canon Powershot SX230 HS?

    I will be using it for making youtube videos, going to the beach and taking photos of my dog running and playing, and vacations.

    now i like that the SX30 has the swivel for the screen so i can take a pic of me and my husband and see us. and of coarse like the SX230 for being smaller BUT it doesnt have the swivel :( Which one would you go with?

  • good review dude. im tied between a few cameras, and was wondering if you could help me out....Canon SX230 HS, Canon S95, Sony HX7V/HX9V or Panazonic TZ20?? this will be down to all aspects, inc best value for money etc... Cheers bud.

    Aram

  • PLEASE, my birthday is in two weeks.

    Canon sx30is or Fujifilm f550exr ?

  • @CYCLOPTICHOBO Get the Canon.

  • @infosyncvideos happy birthday, go Canon....

  • @infosyncvideos

    Can you please please please tell me which is better,this camera or the Cyber-shot WX7 (iam mostly after the full HD recording)..

  • @CYCLOPTICHOBO or consider the fz100

  • @CYCLOPTICHOBO You can check the specs on both cameras, and reviews on both cameras and that'll help you find what camera's best for you.

  • @CYCLOPTICHOBO get the canon my irthday is in two weeks and i am getting this

  • @CYCLOPTICHOBO CANON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

  • I hate how they have put the zoom with the shutter release. I would rather use my thumb for zoom. Makes more sense to me.

  • Impressive. A good camera.

  • Soo is the SX220HS and the SX230HS the same thing but with the difference of GPS

  • yeah, this or a Sony Cyber-shot HX9V??

  • thanks for making this. im glad i didnt get this one

  • just bought this camera, after i take a picture & go into preview mode it won't let me zoom in on the picture like all of my other previous canon power shot models? Help!

  • this or an Sony Cybershot HX9V?

  • @gebboo of course the sony hx9v, but you have to consider the price too. the canon is cheaper.

  • I'm not sure which one to choose.. =( the Sx2010is or the Olympus SZ-20 ? Which one has the better video quality?

    Or do you know any other Cameras with a similar quality like the Sx210is?

    An answer would be great.. =)

  • Pretty nice camera! Reasons why I decided to buy this camera and not eg. sony, panasonic or nikon compact superzoom camera was basically 16/9 screen for shooting movies and pictures that are mainly watched in 16/9 tv. The other reason was good image quality. Maybe downside of this camera is under average battery life. But that can be easily fixed with couple of extra battery's that you probably going to buy anyhow.

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  • Can you use manual exposure in video mode?