Canon S5 IS

Pros: Build quality, resolution, picture quality, fast 12x zoom with optical stabilization, large LCD

Cons: Expensive, no RAW, uses 4 AA batteries

Bottom Line: The Canon PowerShot S5 IS is an excellent choice if you need a camera with 12x optical zoom and optical image stabilization. But you can save...

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Pros: Easy to use, very good photos, solid construction, good software

Cons: Battery, lens cap will get lost

Bottom Line: A very good camera with a lot of extra components that will not disappoint.

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Pros: AA batteries, IS, quality, speed, features

Cons: A little pricey, bulky, not quite an SLR

Bottom Line: I definitely recommend it - it's a great "bridge" camera.

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Pros: Ease of use. Image quality. Outstanding underwater housing. Uses AA batteries.

Cons: Shutter lag, especially in IS mode. 1.5 inch screen. Plastic lens extension unit.

Bottom Line: This is the PERFECT entry-level digital camera. Its options will allow the beginner to learn and move up rapidly. Excellent instructions and intuitive icons make learning easy.

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Pros: - Great quality photos - Ultra-zoom - Excellent video mode - Intervalometer

Cons: Only 3MP Some purple fringing No flash hot shoe No AF illuminator

Bottom Line: Great photos, excellent features, ultra-zoom and IS.

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Pros: image quality, dedicated movie button, hot shoe, great zoom, image stabilization

Cons: Uses 4 AA batteries, SD slot is in battery compartment, lens cap comes off easily

Bottom Line: Great camera, tons of features, stills and movies. Full auto, but plenty of creative or manual settings. Take awesome indoor photos by adding Speedlite 430EX flash!

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Pros: GREAT stereo movies with zoom. Tilting display. Uses AA batteries. Hot shoe.

Cons: Lens not as wide (36-432mm)as others in its class. No constant battery indicator.

Bottom Line: Highly recommended for an all-in-one camera for the family.

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Pros: Fast, powerful zoom. Excellent video. Macro to 0 inches. Viewer bright and clear.

Cons: Lens cap (arrg!) Product manual hard to use. Controls complicated for casual use. Bulky.

Bottom Line: I am satisfied with this purchase. It took more time than I anticipated to learn to use, but once operating, I find it hard to put down.

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Pros: Easily programmable, good color quality, clean photos.

Cons: Lens cap pops off easily, heavy/bulky.

Bottom Line: Great camera for those who want much more than a snap and shoot can offer without breaking the bank.

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Pros: ZOOM, Video, Image Stabilization, Manual Settings (Savable), too many to list

Cons: Auto-focus doesn't always cut it in low light, only 3 mega-pizels

Bottom Line: Once you get to know the camera, you can do many things with it. Great Camera, Get one!

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