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Canon Powershot S100 Digital Camera
12 Megapixels
High ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.
Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.
Continuous Drive
Full 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.
Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).
Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.
Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.
Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.
Spot Metering
Built-In GPS
Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.
Discontinued: No longer produced by the manufacturer. May still be in stock or found used.Digital Camera Description
The Canon Powershot S100 is a Ultra-Compact Digital Camera with a 1/1.7" sensor. Its 12 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 80-6400 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 80-6400. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in relatively low-light. With 12 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 17" x 12" at 240 DPI.
A builtin Image Stabilization mechanism allows the Canon Powershot S100 to compensate for camera shake.
This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/2000 to 15s. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/2000, fast action can easily be frozen. Night photography is possible using this digital camera due to its long exposure capability. This camera model offers Full Manual Controls.
The Canon Powershot S100 features a Contrast-Detect AF system. Autofocus can continuously adjust according to subject distance. Manual Focus is also available.
Dual controls-dials offer direct access to most exposure parameters which makes this digital camera suitable for advanced photographers. This camera does not feature any seals to protect it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. Care must be taken, just like with most electronics. There is no viewfinder on the Canon Powershot S100 and no provision to add one.
Model Specifications
| Brand | Canon | Model | Powershot S100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 12 Megapixels CMOS | Sensor Size | 8 x 6mm |
| Anti-Alias Filter | Yes | Sensor Aspect | 4:3 Aspect-Ratio |
| Stabilization | Built-In | Dust-Reduction | N / A |
| Sensitivity | ISO 80 - 6400 | Shutter-Speed | 1/2000 - 15s |
| Lens | 24 - 120mm F/2 - 5.9 / 8 | Mininum Focus | 3cm (w) / 30cm (t) |
| Zoom | Electronic | Manual Focus | Electronic |
| Filter Diameter | Focus System | Contrast-Detect, Assist-lamp | |
| Viewfinder Type | None | Viewfinder Size | |
| Display Attachment | Fixed | Display Size | 460K Pixels 3" LCD 100% Coverage |
| Exposure Modes | P, A, T, M | Scene Modes | 12Portrait, Landscape, Kids&Pets, Smart Shutter, High-Speed Burst HQ, Handheld Night Scene, Beach, Underwater, Foliage, Snow, Fireworks, Stitch Assist |
| Metering | Multi-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot | Bracketing | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 EV, 1/3 EV | Flash Compensation | ±2 EV, 1/3 EV |
| White Balance | Auto, Presets, Custom | White Balance Tuning | |
| Continuous Drive | 9.6 FPS, 8 JPEG *2.3 FPS Normally, 9.6 FPS in Auto | Self Timer | Yes *2s, 10s, 1-10 Shots @ 0-30s |
| Command Dials | 2 | DOF Preview | No |
| Protection | Dust Reduction | No | |
| Digital Level | Tripod Mount | Yes | |
| Remote Trigger | Eye-Start Sensor | No | |
| HDR | No | Orientation Sensor | Yes |
| Interval Timer | No | Multiple Exposure | No |
| Image Formats | JPEG RAW | Flash Ports | |
| Built-In Flash | YesFE Lock and Safety FE available., 7 - 2.3m (W-T) | Flash Sync | |
| Video Capture | 1920x1080 @ 24 FPS 16:9 | Sound Input | |
| Video Format | Quicktime H.264 | WiFi | No |
| Memory | Secure Digital Extended Capacity | GPS | Position |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion | Battery Life | 200 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use. |
| Introduced | 2011-09-15, DiscontinuedYES | Construction | Standard |
| Size | 99 x 60 x 27mm (W x H x D) | Weight | 198g |
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Canon S100 Highlights
Ultra-Compact digital cameraSensor-Size: 8 x 6mm
Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI
| 12 Megapixels Ultra Compact | ISO 80-6400 |
| 5X Ultra-Wide Optical Zoom | Shutter 1/2000-15s |
| Built-in Stabilization | Full manual controls, including Manual Focus |
| 9.6 FPS Drive, 8 Images | Custom white-balance |
| 1920x1080 @ 24 FPS Video Recording | Spot-Metering |
| 3" LCD 460K Pixels | Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Secure Digital Extended Capacity |
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