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# Full 1080p HD Video with Dynamic IS World's thinnest digital camera (<1 inch depth) 5x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Silver)

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## Summary

> 📸 Slim, smart, and seriously stylish — capture your world in HD brilliance!

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- **What is this?** Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Silver) by canon
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- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Ultra-compact design weighing under 5 ounces—carry brilliance everywhere without bulk.
- • **Zoom In Without the Shake:** 5x optical zoom paired with optical image stabilization ensures sharp, steady shots even at max zoom.
- • **Crystal Clear Shots Anytime:** Canon’s HS SYSTEM with 12.1 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 processor delivers stunning low-light photos without flash.
- • **Seamless Full HD Storytelling:** Capture life in vivid 1080p HD video with stereo sound and dynamic image stabilization for smooth footage.
- • **Smart Auto for Effortless Excellence:** Advanced Smart AUTO mode intelligently selects from 32 scene presets so you never miss the perfect shot.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS is the world’s thinnest digital camera, featuring a 12.1 MP CMOS sensor with Canon’s HS SYSTEM for exceptional low-light performance. It boasts a 24mm ultra wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom and optical image stabilization, enabling sharp photos and smooth Full 1080p HD videos with stereo sound. Weighing under 5 ounces and less than an inch thick, it fits effortlessly in your pocket. High-speed burst shooting at 8 fps, Super Slow Motion video, and an intelligent Smart AUTO mode with 32 scene presets make it perfect for capturing every moment with professional ease.

## Description

Product Description               Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video (Silver)                  From the Manufacturer               Don't let the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS digital camera's slim profile and good looks fool you. This slick little device may stand out from the crowd, but it'll also deliver brilliant still images, ultra-detailed 1080p Full HD video, serious functionality, and a wealth of effects and automatic settings. You'll be surprised how much is packed into such a slim point-and-shoot. Let your imagination run wild, and let Canon's HS SYSTEM, a 24mm lens, 5x Optical Zoom, and 12.1 Megapixels help you snap great photos everywhere. The ELPH 300 HS is less than an inch deep and weighs less than 5 ounces. Ultra wide-angle 24mm lens and 5x optical zoom on board. Canon's HS SYSTEM improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash, and lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings. Incredibly Thin. Incredibly Powerful.Thin Is InAt less than an inch deep and weighing just under five ounces, the PowerShot 300 HS will fit right in your pocket, but it packs plenty of power into its sleek point-and-shoot body. A 24mm ultra wide-angle lens with a powerful 5x optical zoom gives you the versatility to shoot in any number of situations, and the optical image stabilizer keeps things from getting too shaky when you're zoomed in tight. Whether you're out partying or just walking around town, you don't need to sacrifice style for power--the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS has got you covered for capturing great photos effortlessly.No More Dark PhotosCanon's HS SYSTEM improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash, and lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings.The Canon HS SYSTEM takes the frustration out of low-light shooting, delivering clear, blur-free shots with all the ambiance intact, and freeing you from the sometimes unwanted effects of using the flash. Beautiful low-light shots are possible at both low and high ISO speeds, and the dynamic range is expanded to retain maximum detail in highlight and shadow areas.The system is the result of two technologies brought together in this compact PowerShot. The first is the 12.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, which positions the light-receiving surface for optimal light reception. More light means clearer, blur-free images with plenty of detail and nuance, even in dark areas. Working together with the CMOS sensor to deliver the HS SYSTEM is Canon's advanced DIGIC 4 Image Processor, which actively reduces noise and delivers high speed image processing. Canon’s HS System provides dramatically greater sensitivity than your average camera with identical or greater megapixel counts.  Click here for a larger imageThe HS Megapixel AdvantageThere's more to megapixels. Canon's HS System provides dramatically greater sensitivity than your average camera with identical or greater megapixel counts. That means you don't need excessive megapixels to achieve spectacular images with minimal noise, and you get equally impressive results out of the 12.1 megapixel ELPH 300 HS.Memorable Moments in Full HDExperiencing the brilliance of HD video in a Canon PowerShot ELPH digital camera has never been easier. With the convenient dedicated movie button, you'll be able to instantly record everyday moments in high-definition detail at the push of a button. Record in Full 1080p HD with stereo sound, and pick up the optional HTC-100 HDMI cable for viewing your footage directly on your HDTV. You can also use the optical zoom while shooting video, so you can get in nice and close--plus, no need to worry about shaky footage thanks to dynamic image stabilization to keep your videos steady! Capture video in Full 1080p HD resolution, and add an optional HDMI cable for enjoying directly on your HDTV. A PowerShot that Keeps Up with the ActionSometimes, the action just won't stop for you. The PowerShot ELPH 300 HS comes equipped with a High-Speed Burst Mode that can capture eight frames per second. Just hold down the shutter button and catch rapid-fire action sequences--perfect for sporting events! You can also add a fun slow motion effect to your videos, using Super Slow Motion Movie. Super Slow Motion Movie will record your clips at a high speed, so that when you watch your videos, they'll play back in slow motion--a great feature for analyzing sports play-by-play, or just for creating fun visual effects.Advanced Smart AUTO for Stills and Videos that ShineThe PowerShot ELPH 300 HS digital camera takes the quality of your still images and videos to a whole new level--automatically. The camera's advanced Smart AUTO system detects a wealth of information about the scene you're shooting, then automatically selects the optimal settings for you. Now with an expanded range of 32 shooting scenarios, the camera handles a wide variety of situations, freeing you up to concentrate on composing your shot and capturing the moment you're looking for. From portraits to landscapes to action scenes, the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS digital camera has you covered, whether you're shooting stills or videos. Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 Functions Canon PowerShot ELPH Series Feature Comparison Smart AUTO The camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity.P Program Access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically.Movie Digest Mode Records a video clip before capturing a still image and then combines one day's worth of clips into a video.Portrait The camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject pop.Kids & Pets Reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects, so you won't miss those special shots.Smart Shutter The camera automatically takes the photo when people smile, wink, or get into frame.High-speed Burst The camera shoots continuously at a high speed of approx. 8.2fps while you hold down the shutter.Best Image Selection The camera takes five photos in succession, and then chooses the best one out of the bunch.Handheld Night Scene Suppresses image blur even without the help of a tripod.Low Light For high quality image capture in an amazing range of dimly-lit situations.Fisheye Effect Add a classic photo distortion without a fisheye lens.Miniature Effect for Movies & Stills Emphasizes perspective for a miniature effect by blurring upper and bottom portions of videos and stills.Toy Camera Effect Simulates photos taken with "toy" or pinhole cameras, darkening the image at the edges to create a vignette effect.Creative Light Effect Transform background bright spots to stars, hearts, music motes and more.Monochrome Choose from three single-tone effects: Black-and-White, Sepia, or Blue.Super Vivid Super Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright colors.Poster Effect Poster Effect combines several similar shades into one color, turning subtle gradations into eye-catching, scene-popping contrasts.Color Accent Choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome.Color Swap Select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects.Beach Get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces.Foliage Capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms.Snow Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint.Fireworks Grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks.Stitch Assist Build awe-inspiring panoramas by neatly aligning sequential images.   Camera ELPH 500 HS ELPH 300 HS ELPH 100 HS Resolution 12.1 12.1 12.1 Optical Zoom 4.4X 5X 4X LCD Size 3.2" 2.7" 3.0" Image Processor DIGIC 4 DIGIC 4 DIGIC 4 Focal Length 24-105 24-120 28-112 Image Stabilization Optical IS Optical IS Optical IS HD Video 1080p 1080p 1080p Smart AUTO Scences 32 32 32 Number of Scene Modes 26 25 26 About the Camera Use the touch panel LCD for easy, fun operation. Ultra wide angle lens gets more in your shot  Take this camera everywhere! Full HD, cool scence modes and Smart AUTO make shooting a breeze!  Value in price but not in features. The HS SYSTEM, full HD Video in a small, compact frame, five colors  Feature Call Out Touch Panel, F2 lens, HS SYSTEM, HD Video, Movie Digest, Smart AUTO  Slim and Sexy! Ultra compact, and ultra wide angle, HD Video, HS SYSTEM, Movie Digest  Value price, HD Video, HS SYSTEM, Movie Digest, Smart AUTO     Movie CapabilitiesThe PowerShot ELPH 300 HS gives you a variety of resolution options for shooting movies, depending on your needs. Shoot in Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps for up to 14 min. 34 sec. or 4GB per clip. Shoot in HD (1280 x 720) at 24 fps for up to 20 min. and 43 sec. or 4GB per clip. Shoot in VGA (640 x 480) at 30 fps for up to 43 min. and 43 sec. or 4GB per clip and QVGA (320 x 240 at 30 fps) for up to 1 hour 58 min. and 19 sec. or 4GB per clip.Super Slow Motion MovieRecord your clips in high speed (approx. 240fps), and then watch your videos in slow motion. (Watch a video of Super Slow Motion Movie Mode at the top of the page, just below the product image.)Miniature Movie ModeMiniature Movie Mode enhances perspective to make large scenes like cityscapes or landscapes appear to be in miniature proportions. (Watch a video of Miniature Movie Mode at the top of the page, just below the product image.)Easily Turn Your Memories into VideosPutting together a video containing highlights from family vacations, important occasions and other special events is now easier than you might imagine. Using the Movie Digest Mode, you can have the camera automatically record a short video clip (up to approximately 4 seconds) every time you shoot a still image. The camera will then combine an entire day's worth of clips into a single video. No editing required--Movie Digest Mode does all the work, so you can sit back and enjoy your video!Add Some Fun to Your PhotosTwo new scene modes, Toy Camera Effect and Monochrome, add an artistic look to your photos.Toy Camera Effect Add some vintage nostalgia with Toy Camera Effect, which recreates the classic look by darkening the edges to make them appear as if they were photographed through a pinhole lens, and amping up the contrast.Monochrome Monochrome lets you stray from the usual black and white, letting you choose from three single-toned effects: Black & White, Sepia, or Blue, to really give your photos the effect you're looking for.    What's in the BoxPowerShot ELPH 300 HS (Black), Battery Pack, Battery Charger, Wrist Strap, AV Cable, USB Interface Cable, Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM, Documentation

## Features

- World's thinnest digital camera with a 24mm ultra Wide-Angle lens and 5x Optical Zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer.
- Canon's HS SYSTEM with a 12.1 MP CMOS and DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash
- Full 1080p HD Video for exceptional quality with stereo sound, plus a dedicated movie button for easy access.
- Get high-speed shooting in a point-and-shoot camera: High-speed Burst Mode captures 8.0fps
- Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 32 predefined shooting situations.
- And lowers noise levels at higher ISO settings.
- Super Slow Motion Movie records video at high speeds to allow slow motion playback.
- Zoom optically while shooting video and keep footage stabilized with Dynamic IS.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Hardware Interface | HDMI, USB, VGA |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| HDMI Type | Built-in |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital-Still | No |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Video |
| Night vision | No |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Supported Media Type | ProductImage, EnhancedContent |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 12.1 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2000 Seconds |
| File Format | AVC |
| Screen Size | 2.7 Inches |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
| Form Factor | Ultracompact |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 |
| Color | Silver |
| Item Weight | 0.31 Pounds |
| Light Sensitivity | ISO 3200 |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| ISO Range | Auto 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Flash Modes | Auto/On, Slow Synch |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Has Self-Timer | Yes |
| Compatible Devices | Computers, TVs, and other devices with USB or HDMI ports |
| Continuous Shooting | 8 FPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Self Timer | 15 Seconds |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| File Format | AVC |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Dynamic Stops | 10 Stops |
| Bit Depth | 8 Bit |
| Total Still Resolution | 12.1 MP |
| Maximum Focal Length | 120 Millimeters |
| Optical Zoom | 5 x |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |
| Camera Lens | 24mm wide-angle zoom lens with 5x optical zoom and optical image stabilization |
| Minimum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Self Timer | 15 Seconds |
| Screen Size | 2.7 Inches |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 230,000 |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
| Write Speed | At least average |
| Auto Focus Technology | Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Tracking |
| Focus Features | AiAF TTL |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Autofocus | Yes |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** AVC
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 120 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 5 x
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Brand:** Canon

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this camera shoot 1080p at 24fps? It looks like from the specs that it can only do it (shoot at 24fps) at 720p. Any help would be appreciated. Tha**
A: Yes it shoots 1080p 24fps.

**Q: Is this waterproof? How deep?**
A: No this not waterproof

**Q: how is the video quality, and how much video can it record?**
A: The quality is good and the amount it can recorder depends on the size of the memory card you have installed. Charles

**Q: Can I use 32 GB sd card or just 16**
A: As long as it is a regular SD card it works regardless of the memory size.  Just be sure not to buy the "Micro-SD" card.  It's too small and won't fit.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ELPH 300 HS -- Great image quality!  Very portable and easy to use.
*by T***R on November 12, 2019*

Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HSThis review is 99% about photographs, not video. For this camera’s impressive Full HD (1080p) video capability see many other reviews here. Included with this review are some ELPH 300 pictures I took of flowers in my neighborhood, showing sharp detail and nice blurred backgrounds. (Look for the ants in the two pink camelias.)It’s November of 2019, and I sit here to review a Canon pocket camera that was first listed on Amazon in February 2011, almost 9 years ago. It should be obvious that a digital camera this old can’t be very good compared to those being released now, but that is not the case. This is still a great little camera, and with all the used ones out there, one can be had for less than $100. In fact, I bought mine just a few weeks ago for $75 on Amazon, and what a deal that turned out to be! For image quality this camera is better than a number of newer comparable Canon pocket cameras on the market, e.g. the ELPH 180 (release date 2016) which I also own.Because the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS has been out for so long, there’s no point in me covering all the specs and features; these can be found in the many Amazon reviews and on video reviews on the web. Instead, I’ll mention the few features that I have found to be the most impressive and most important to me. In order of importance the critical “must have” features of any point and shoot are 1) image quality, 2) ease of use, and 3) portability. All other “modern” features such as connectivity, GPS, etc. are nice but pale in comparison.I’m not a professional photographer nor even an accomplished enthusiast. I do shoot with a DSLR when I feel the urge, but more often I use a high-end point and shoot, the Canon G7X. With a fast 1.8 lens, 20.2 Mpixels, and large 1” sensor, the G7X produces outstanding photographs. I love my G7X, but I also like having a smaller and lighter alternative in my pocket for everyday use. Enter the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS.>> First, portability:This is a very small and lightweight camera. It’s very thin and with an area only a little bigger than a credit card. Some users with big hands might find the small size a drawback, but I don’t. Because it’s so light I can carry this camera in my pocket all day long, and I hardly notice that it’s there. I can’t say the same for the larger and heavier G7X. The power button is recessed, so the camera never gets accidentally turned on in my pocket. Note: Because of its very light weight, it is easy to introduce camera shake. A faster shutter speed should alleviate this.>> Second, ease of use:It’s almost axiomatic that the more features a camera offers the more difficult it is to learn to use. But one approach is to offer a carefully selected set of features and no more. This is what Canon has done with the ELPH 300, striking a balance between versatility and simplicity.This camera has two basic modes – AUTO and PROGRAM. Toggling back and forth between these is accomplished with a handy little slide switch on the back of the camera. AUTO is self-explanatory. Put the camera on AUTO, focus, and shoot; the camera does it all for you, and almost every picture will be satisfactory. On the other hand, PROGRAM mode gives the user many options, including white balance and several special scenes such as portrait, low light, kids&pets, high speed burst, etc. These are fun to play with, but for me the two most important features of PROGRAM mode are Exposure Compensation and the ability to set the ISO.Exposure Compensation: Many times the key subject in a picture will be either over exposed or under exposed if the camera is allowed to strike a balanced exposure in the scene. A good example is a person who is back lit by a bright sky. The Exposure Compensation allows the user to temporarily increase or decrease the exposure so as to properly expose the subject. On the ELPH there is a dedicated button on the back of the camera, making it extremely simple to make this adjustment. This button works only if the camera is in PROGRAM mode.ISO: In AUTO mode there is no control over ISO, shutter speed, or aperture. I have found that under ordinary lighting conditions the ELPH 300 will shoot in its “basic ISO” of 100 in AUTO mode. But by raising the ISO in PROGRAM mode, it is possible to “force” the camera to use a faster shutter speed while keeping the larger aperture for nice blurred backgrounds. At some point “noise” or graininess will become apparent at higher ISO settings, but I have found that a setting as high as ISO 400 (two stops above the base ISO) is fully acceptable.>> Third, image quality:The ELPH 300 HS has 12.1 Mpixels on a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CMOS sensor. There are newer Canon pocket cameras with many more Mpixels on the same small sensor. In my opinion, 12 Mpixels is quite high resolution, high enough for sharp prints 9.3 x 14.3 inches, and if more megapixels are crammed onto the same sized sensor the quality of the image suffers. (See on line reviews about this.) There are 16 Mpixels on the same 1/2.3" sensor in the ELPH 130 & 180 and 20 Mpixels in the ELPH 360, and some reviews have noted the poorer picture quality. So unless the sensor size is increased along with the pixel count, there is likely to be a negative effect on image quality. I think with the ELPH 300 Canon has hit the sweet spot with the number of pixels on this little sensor.Another positive feature is the relatively fast lens on this camera, f/2.7 at its widest aperture. The ELPH 130 & 180, by comparison have only a f/3.2 lens, and the ELPH 360 has a f/3.6 lens. The faster lens (lower number) makes the camera better in low light, and it also makes it easier to blur the background for nice “bokeh” and shoot at higher shutter speeds.Colors are bright and rich, just what you’d expect, considering Canon’s legendary color rendition made possible by the DIGIC processor (version 4 in this case).Although Canon cameras are not famous for their autofocusing capability, I have experienced no more frustration with this camera than on my other Canon cameras. I think the slow autofocusing of Canon cameras is more of an issue with videos than with single shot photography.Bottom line – this is an outstanding little camera for its cost, size, features, and image quality. I give it a strong 5 stars. I have noticed some 1- or 2-star reviews mentioning mechanical glitches such as the lens not extending or retracting, but so far I have had no issues of this type. Because I bought this little gem for my wife, I am considering buying a second one before they’re no longer available. The cell phone camera has virtually killed the pocket camera, and as I lamented in my review of the excellent Canon PowerShot SD 1400 HS, little pocket cameras will one day soon no longer be available. So I recommend getting one now while you still can.

### ⭐ Poor image quality
*by M***. on April 19, 2011*

EDIT #2 (December 2011). I become more and more disappointed in this camera as time goes by. Just reviewed loads of photos from this summer/fall and I hate to say it, but -- they suck! My former Canon AS1100 (vintage 2008) took photos soooooo much better than thing. Interior shots are especially bad, whether flash is used or not. I figured to take this camera on a long international journey, but forget it. The photos are that disappointing. I did take the AS1100 on a long international journey (six months in Africa) and its photos were awesome. One even won a photo contest. The AS1100 hd a CCD sensor and the Elph 300 a CMOS -- that's the thing.So, I guess I'll be shopping for a new camera in the next few months. :(EDIT: I originally gave this 5 stars. Well, after shooting many photos under a variety of conditions during a recent vacation, I have to drop it to 4 stars. Using the camera's Auto mode, on many shots, the image quality is poor to mediocre. I assumed Auto mode image quality would be superior to the last two (and less expensive) Nikon and Canon point and shoots I have owned, but that is definitely not the case. Auto mode images tend to be soft and faint and not realistic, e.g., grass is a faint green, not the rich green of healthy grass. Pretty disappointing! To get the most from this camera, you have to use Program mode and set ISO at 100 or 200, and experiment with the manual white balance settings. Then photos come out much better, with improved quality and richness and color accuracy. Unfortunately, the camera doesn't allow you to apply custom ISO and WB settings to various scene modes, like Foliage or Fisheye.ORIGINAL: One of the best things about this camera is its 24 mm wide angle lens. This is wider than the 28mm lens that is standard on most pocket-sized point and shoots (and the Elph 100, a step down from the Elph 300) and it is very cool. If you're not familiar with how 24 mm vs. 28 mm compares, do a little Googling. It's outstanding for landscape shots and group shots and makes photos more engaging and descriptive, with no downside. Great move, Canon!The small size of the camera is fantastic. Pocketability and performance are very nicely balanced in this well built and well designed camera. It was good to see Canon back out of the megapixel war and reduce the megapixels on this model to 12.1, from 14 in its predecessor (the SD 1400). With the 5x optical zoom, CMOS sensor (vs. CCD), HD video and an impressive palette of shooting options, there's a lot to like in this little gem.One peculiarity is that the volume on video playback on the camera is extremely low. It's difficult to hear if you're playing back videos on the camera. It's a lot lower than another Canon point and shoot that I used for a few years. I think I have it adjusted to the max, though I have to take a closer look at the manual. Which leads me to ...Raspberries to Canon for not including a full user manual booklet. Since when has it become acceptable to sell a product without providing the customer with an easy means of learning how to use it? (I know, lots of mfr's do it but still). I travel extensively for months on end with a point and shoot and refer to the manual fairly often. If I want to look up some detail or just browse, I could just grab the manual from my pack over a cup of coffee. Does Canon expect me to lug around a printout of the full PDF manual? It's not always convenient to have a netbook running and use the manual on it. Nor is it as enjoyable or instructive as flipping through a book.Though I can see some logic in not providing a full booklet and am all for not wasting paper, I would be happy if Canon made available for purchase a proper user manual for $10 or $12 or whatever.

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