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# 2.5" Vari-angle LCD for flexible framing 8.0MP CCD sensor for crisp 16x22" prints 12x Optical Zoom for ultra-close shots PowerShot Pro Series S5 IS 8.0MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (OLD MODEL)

**Brand:** canon
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## Summary

> 📷 Capture brilliance, zoom beyond limits!

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- **What is this?** PowerShot Pro Series S5 IS 8.0MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (OLD MODEL) by canon
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## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Smart Face Detection:** DIGIC III processor with advanced face detection and red-eye correction guarantees flawless portraits every time.
- • **Steady Shots, Always:** Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer plus ISO 1600 ensures blur-free photos even in low light or on the move.
- • **Print-Ready Resolution:** 8.0 megapixels deliver photo-quality images perfect for large 16x22 inch prints and cropping freedom.
- • **Zoom Into Every Moment:** 12x silent ultrasonic optical zoom brings distant subjects up close with razor-sharp clarity.
- • **Creative Control & Connectivity:** 22 shooting modes, hot shoe for external flashes, and direct Print/Share button for instant sharing and printing.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot Pro Series S5 IS is a compact yet powerful 8.0MP digital camera featuring a 12x optical image stabilized zoom, a high-resolution 2.5-inch vari-angle LCD, and the advanced DIGIC III image processor with face detection and red-eye correction. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it offers 22 versatile shooting modes, ISO up to 1600 for low-light performance, and seamless direct printing capabilities, making it a timeless tool for capturing stunning, steady images and videos.

## Description

From the Manufacturer The ultimate zoom and a whole lot more. The ultra-powerful 12x optical zoom on the PowerShot S5 IS means you’ll get the shot you want with no compromise, yet that’s only the beginning of what makes this camera so exciting. The S5 IS is loaded with many of Canon’s latest advanced technologies, including the DIGIC III Image Processor, so both still images and movies are rendered with fine detail and luminous clarity. And now ambitious photographers have even greater creative latitude thanks to an included hot shoe adapter that allows you to attach Canon Speedlite EX Series external flashes. PowerShot Pro Series S5 IS HighlightsFull-featured, compact 8.0-megapixel digital camera with a 12x optical zoom The PowerShot S5 IS is compact and portable, with streamlined controls and a sure, steady grip. And you’ll want to take it everywhere, because inside is a level of photographic power that’s truly impressive. 8 megapixels ensure deeply detailed images -- giving you complete freedom to enlarge an image or any section of an image and crop to your exact specifications. The 12x optical zoom brings this compact digital camera into the realm of serious photography. It has the power to take you right up onto the stage and into the end zone for the shot you really want. Zooming is fast and silent thanks to the ultrasonic motor drive. Canon Optical Image Stabilizer Technology and ISO 1600 for steady shooting Life doesn’t give you second chances to capture special times. That’s why the elegant PowerShot S5 IS is equipped with Canon’s acclaimed Optical Image Stabilizer Technology that automatically detects and corrects camera shake -- one of the leading causes of fuzzy or blurred shots. So now even when you’re zooming in tight, you can get the steady, crisp, brilliant images you’ll be proud to shoot and share. And Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer Technology is so convenient to use. It functions perfectly with or without a flash. The PowerShot S5 IS also features new ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater flexibility for shooting. DIGIC III Image Processor with improved Face Detection Technology and Red-eye Correction With DIGIC III, you get images of superior quality, the camera functions at top efficiency and battery life is significantly enhanced. What’s more, DIGIC III enables Canon’s newly improved Face Detection Technology and Red-eye Correction to give you better, more true-to-life people shots. Simply press the Shutter Button halfway down, and the PowerShot S5 IS automatically pinpoints the faces in the scene and chooses the ideal focus point. To keep every face looking bright and natural -- without scary red eyes -- the camera controls exposure settings and flash, so every shot is just what you were shooting for. DIGIC III features Face Detection AF/AE, which finds multiple faces in the frame and sets the most suitable focus point, when the shutter button is pressed halfway. And an additional new feature, Face Detection FE adjusts the flash, based on a person’s face on the screen. Exposure and flash are controlled to ensure proper illumination of both the faces and the overall scene, eliminating the common problem of darkened or overexposed faces. Red-eye correction detects and automatically corrects red-eye during playback for both regular and flash photography. In unusual cases where red-eye is not automatically detected, it can easily be corrected manually during playback mode. iSAPS technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the fast DIGIC III Image Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance. High-resolution 2.5-inch vari-angle LCD The camera’s 2.5-inch LCD screen gives you the big picture, whether you’re shooting, reviewing or showing off your images. This high-resolution screen offers a crisp, clear picture to make shooting, playback, and using the camera’s menu functions especially convenient. Clear and bright, it also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light. Hot shoe adapter for the Speedlite EX Series external flashes* Advanced users and anyone looking to expand their photographic repertoire will be excited to find that Canon has integrated the PowerShot S5 IS with a hot shoe adapter. The adapter lets you quickly and easily add one of several high-quality Canon Speedlite EX Series external flashes, including 220EX, 430EX, 580EX and 580EX II. Adding an external flash allows for advanced creative effects and greatly enhances your ability to achieve professional-quality results in many more situations. Flash intensity and other settings are easily accessed and controlled from the camera’s LCD screen. *Note: External flashes not includedA variety of movie-making options With a highly flexible movie mode, you can create the movie that’s perfect for any application. Select from VGA (640 x 480 pixels) with frame rates of 30 fps and 30 fps LP, also QVGA (320 x 240 pixels) with frame rates of 60 fps and 30 fps for recording up to 1 hour or 4GB. With the S5 IS, seamless movie shooting is easy -- just by pressing the Movie button without switching to shooting mode. The PowerShot S5 IS supports the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard, so you’ll enjoy the fastest possible data transfer speeds when using a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed compatible computer. 22 Shooting Modes, including 9 Special Scene ModesAuto The camera chooses all the settings so you can concentrate on your subject. Program Access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically. Av Aperture-priority You define the aperture to either isolate your subject or have clarity throughout the entire picture, and the camera will choose the corresponding shutter speed. Tv Shutter-priority You select the shutter speed to stop or blur action, and the camera finds the appropriate aperture. With slow exposure times, Canon’s noise reduction system activates to ensure low image noise. Manual The ultimate in creative control, you set ISO speed, exposure compensation and white balance. C Custom Define and store your own settings to achieve the effects you prefer. Portrait The camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject "pop." Landscape For front to back sharpness, the camera sets a small aperture. Sports Ensure highly accurate autofocusing when shooting fast-moving subjects. Night Snapshot Get natural-looking pictures with brighter backgrounds and subjects lit by flash. Super Macro Close to almost touching distance to capture the subject detail. Stitch Assist Build awe-inspiring panoramas by neatly aligning sequential images. Movie Shoot in VGA (30 fps/30 fps LP) and QVGA (60 fps/30 fps) for up to 1 hour or 4 GB). Night Scene For impressive sunset or nightlife shots, the camera properly exposes the background and uses slow-sync flash for the subject. Foliage Capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms. Snow Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint. Beach Get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces. Fireworks Grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks. Aquarium Achieve proper flash-free exposure and natural hues at indoor aquariums. Indoor Reduce blur and improve color accuracy when shooting handheld indoors. 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. The Complete Print Solution The PowerShot S5 IS's Print/Share button makes direct printing easier than ever. Simply connect the S5 IS to a Canon CP, SElphY or PIXMA Photo Printer or any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the lighted Print/Share button and print! Also use the Print/Share button to transfer images to a computer (Windows and Macintosh). Print your own ID photos in 28 different sizes or use the Movie Print function to output multiple stills from a recorded movie on a single sheet with a Canon SElphY Compact Photo Printer. Direct Photo Printers For desktop large-format printing, try one of the Direct Photo Printers that allow you to print without a computer in one of two ways: plug your compatible PowerShot camera into the Direct Photo Printer using the supplied USB interface cable, or simply insert a memory card into the supplied adapter. You can also connect the printer to your computer for more options. Print high-resolution, borderless images as postcards or 8.5" x 11" sheets within minutes. Compact Photo Printers Compact Photo Printers let you produce versatile, fun 4 x 6-inch postcards, 4 x 8-inch wide greeting cards or credit card size prints in just two easy steps: connect and press/print. Control the printer right from your camera's LCD screen. You get durable, dye-sublimated prints quickly with or without borders. Assorted paper types let you create mini or credit card size labels. You can even take select Compact Photo Printers to a party or an outdoor picnic using an optional rechargeable battery. PictBridge The PictBridge standard enables any digital camera that supports PictBridge to connect and print to any PictBridge compatible printer. Product Description The ultimate zoom and a whole lot more. The ultra-powerful 12x optical zoom on the PowerShot S5 IS means you’ll get the shot you want with no compromise, yet that’s only the beginning of what makes this camera so exciting. The S5 IS is loaded with many of Canon’s latest advanced technologies, including the DIGIC III Image Processor, so both still images and movies are rendered with fine detail and luminous clarity. And now ambitious photographers have even greater creative latitude thanks to an included hot shoe adapter that allows you to attach Canon Speedlite EX Series external flashes.

Review: The Good, the not so Good, and Other Comments - In a sentence, this is a great camera and I am thrilled with it. Most everything has been covered in the other reviews, so I will stick to some items that stood out for me. The Good: All of the automation makes it a great point and shoot camera for "standard" pictures. Set it to auto mode and have at it. The results are great. What is nice, is all the optional settings available for "special" situations when you are so inclined. I use the view finder most of the time and it is nice and bright. I wasn't that excited about the vari-angle display before getting the camera, but now I am happy to have it. I like the idea that I can keep it "closed" to protect the screen from scratches and dirt during most of my shooting when using the view finder, yet use it for reviewing pictures and making menu changes. I also like the large size and the quality of the display. The biggest surprise was the quality of the sound when using the movie mode. It takes a nice quality video and is so simple to use. Just push the dedicated button to start, then again to stop. (I have not found a way to "pause" the video, so each cycle created a new file.) A big plus for the Canon is the ability to zoom while capturing the video. This was the main selling point for me when trying do decide between the Canon and Panasonic. Finally, the camera has a good overall feel. The button layout makes sense for the most part, and considering the complexity, it is fairly intuitive. Not so Good: This is one of the worst manuals for any product I have ever owned. It is poor physically and poor in content. The print is small and the icon images blur into the cheap paper. The manual will instruct you to push a button by showing the button icon rather than naming the button. Because of the poor print quality, it is hard to make out the image of the button. Additionally, the starter guide booklet defines many of the button icons, but Cannon decided to save on a couple of sheets of paper and did not include this information in the main manual. As for content, it is lacking. The instructions basically show a setting, but there is little or no explanation as to what is happening or the cost associated with a particular option. Much of the manual consists of poorly laid out charts that are hard to understand. Basically, the manual does not define terms and do not introduce concepts. Anyone new to photography will have to find other sources that explain what is being discussed in the manual. The saving grace is that the actual camera is well designed and relatively intuitive. Use the manual as a starting guide, then experiment with the settings. Film is cheap with a digital! The software CD does not include a PDF file of the manual, but you can down load it from the Canon web site. The only problem I have had so far is that the date/time function has reset itself to zeroes on three occasions. It appears to happen after I remove the SD card to transfer the files to my computer via a card reader. What is strange is it does not happen all of the time. I am trying to figure out the pattern. Other Comments: You can remove the trim ring off the front of the lens and add an adaptor tube for a teleconverter, wide angle, or filter lens. Canon only shows 58mm accessories, but 52mm also works. I went with the after market Lensmate Online adaptor in 52mm to keep the size down. (If I weren't interested in small size and low weight, I would have bought a DSLR.) I sent Canon Support an e-mail question before buying. They responded within a few hours. They actually read my note in detail, then directly answered the question. Amazing! I called Panasonic with a simple product question, but they could not answer it. They took my phone number with a promise to call back soon. I am still waiting ........ Many have complained about the battery cover and using this cover for the SD card storage. I agree it is a dumb design, but I didn't find it to be a significant problem. What to buy???? Keep in mind that other manufacturers are coming out with 18X zoom factor cameras. Olympus has the SP-550 (poor reviews) and announced the SP-560. Panasonic announced the FZ18. I suspect Canon will have to respond. It will be interesting to see if they replace the S5 in the near future or add an 18X zoom model in addition to the S5. After some thought I decided the S5 12X met my needs and decided not to wait. (I also considered a potential downside of a larger size lens, more weight, and lens design compromises.) As pointed out in many of the professional reviews, the downside of a super zoom point and shoot like the S5, compared to a DSLR, is more "noise" in low light situations, slower lens (f stop setting), and lack of optional lens. However for most of us taking pictures of vacations, birthdays, camping trips, etc, these are non issues. The S5 will meet most all of our requirements without the size, weight and cost of a DSLR. Don't get lost in the details of the reviews. In conclusion, I really like this camera!
Review: Solid, versatile camera, but don't confuse it with a DSLR - The Canon PowerShot Pro S5 IS is a solid camera, but do not confuse it with a real DSLR like its big brothers in the Canon line or competitors such as the Nikon D60, D80 or D300. The S5, despite it's mini-DSLR style, is still a point 'n shoot camera, albeit one that is of very high build quality and loaded with features. Major shortcomings first: images are noisier than in some competitors down to ISO 100. This is, frankly, unexpected at this price and in this brand. Start-up and shot-to-shot recycling times are still on the slightly slow side. Expect to miss a lot of critical moments as you would with any other point 'n shooter. The camera is a bit on the heavy side, though this is consistent with the build quality (I think) and the use of AA batteries. On the whole, not a long list and nothing serious. On the plus side, there several features I consider outstanding and unique. The video quality (with stereo microphones) is nothing less than astounding. A friend of mine has been making videos for YouTube of music club performances, handheld with harsh club lighting and they are surprisingly good. I have been very impressed with the videos I've made under a variety of conditions. I suspect many people like having a video capability in their still camera. I know I do and appreciate that I don't have to carry a separate device. The zoom range is terrific, the Image Stabilization (IS) works while in video mode, which is very welcome and very important and you can zoom while in video mode. All in all, if you appreciate having a video capability, a good reason to buy the camera. The Canon LCD display can be set in many positions, with its unique hinging system. You can hold the camera overhead or ground level. You can flip it over for use as a monitor when doing photos or videos of yourself. (A particularly handy gadget to use when you're on vacation or otherwise want to include yourself in images is the Quik Pod Pro-Plus Extendable Handheld Tripod (18-inch) with Accessory Kit - for Canon Powershot, Casio, Epson, Fuji Finepix, HP, Kodak Easyshare, Minolta, Nikon Coolpix, Olympus Stylus, Panasonic, Pentax Optio & Sony Cybershot Digital Point & Shoot Cameras .) There is also an optical viewfinder. I find this combination in many Canon cameras an unbeatable feature. There is, unusually for a camera of this class, a hotshoe for external flashes. Adding an external flash will provide tremendous improvement to the range and versatility of your camera in almost all photographic situations. Ever wonder why the pros always use and external flash? It's because it helps them turn out better photos. Even a low power external flash will work wonders and the S5 is one of the few cameras in this range to permit you to use one. The S5 uses AA batteries. Many will argue that this is an old-fashioned approach. Not me. On too many occasions (one is actually one too many), I have had run out of juice with lithium ion battery powered cameras. Nothing is more frustrating then a camera that is without power. AA batteries are available worldwide, are relatively inexpensive and relatively lightweight. Again, I consider the use of AA batteries in the S5 to be an advantage and a reason to buy the camera. A set will last for 150 -200 shots. In terms of general features, image quality is excellent, with ISO available up to 1600. Noise starts at ISO 100 and becomes progressively worse at higher ISOs. This is normal for this kind of camera. Color rendition is excellent. I haven't yet notice any purple fringing which is relatively common in cameras of this kind. There are more than 20 pre-set shooting parameters, more frankly than you will ever be likely to use or even remember. There is - bless Canon - full manual control available. This is a real camera! The controls are well laid out and, even with my large hands, I had no difficulty manipulating any of the controls. Menus are intelligently done and easy to navigate. There is a separate button for video which is a nice, but necessary, touch. Focus at all ranges is pretty quick, though I have encountered some occasional hunting. Lens range is typical for a 12x. Be nicer if the bottom end were the equivalent of a 28mm, not 35mm. There is competition in this price and feature range. Panasonic offers the Lumix FZ18 which offers an 18x zoom with a 28mm equivalent bottom range. It is worth considering, but lacks the Canon swivel display and video zoom capabilities. Overall the Canon S5 is an undeniably fine camera for its price range. It is absolutely not a DSLR and anyone wanting the feel of a traditional 35mm SLR and the ability to grab instant pictures should seriously consider spending far more and buying a DSLR. Within its limitations, however, the Canon S5, in my opinion, sits at the top of its class and should be seriously considered. Jerry

## Features

- 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
- Ultra-powerful 12x optical zoom; up to ISO 1600 for steady shooting in any lighting conditions
- High-resolution 2.5-inch vari-angle LCD for easy shooting at any angle
- DIGIC III Image Processor with improved Face Detection Technology and red-eye correction for sharper images
- Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000Q3043Y |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Aperture modes | F2.8 |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Single |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
| Best Sellers Rank | #100,318 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #872 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 8 Bit |
| Brand | Canon |
| Built-In Media | Hot Shoe Adapter |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 36-432mm zoom lens |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Canon |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | MMC, SDHC, SDUC |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 1.5 |
| Crop Mode | 3:2 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 594 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Articulating |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 454 x 300 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 207,000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 207,000 dots |
| Effective Still Resolution | 8 |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 1600 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
| Exposure Control | Aperture-Priority AE, Manual; AE Lock available, Program AE, Shutter Speed-Priority AE |
| File Format | JPEG (Exif 2.2), AVI, DPOF, WAVE |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | Serial Bus Interface (SBI) |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Flash Modes | [Multiple] |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 |
| Focal Length Description | 36 - 432 millimeters |
| Focus Features | AiAF TTL 9-point (with face detection) |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Autofocus & Manual |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Generation | 1 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00013803079616 |
| Hardware Interface | PictBridge, USB, VGA |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Weight | 1.21 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine, Normal |
| Lens Construction | Standard |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2077B001 |
| Maximum Aperture | 2.8 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 432 Millimeters |
| Maximum Image Size | 16 Inches |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/3200 Seconds |
| Metering Methods | Center Weighted |
| Minimum Focal Length | 36 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
| Model Name | S5IS |
| Model Number | 2077B001 |
| Model Series | S5IS |
| Movie Mode | No |
| Night vision | No |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Optical Zoom | 12 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 8 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.5-inch |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
| Real Angle Of View | 53 Degrees |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 2.5 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Series Number | 5 |
| Shooting Modes | Aquarium, Auto; Creative: P, Av, Beach, C; Image: Portrait, Color Accent, Color Swap), Fireworks, Indoor, Landscape, M, Movie, Night Portrait, Snow, Special Scene (Foliage, Sports, Stitch Assist, Super Macro, Tv |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
| Supported File Format | JPEG (Exif 2.2), AVI, DPOF, WAVE |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG (Exif 2.2), AVI, DPOF, WAVE |
| Total Still Resolution | 8 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Touch Screen Type | LCD |
| UPC | 013803079616 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Format | MPEG-4 |
| Video Output | USB |
| Video Resolution | 480p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Custom |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Write Speed | 1.5 fps |
| Zoom | Optical, Digital |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 1.27:1
- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 80
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Aperture:** 2.8 Millimeters
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 432 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Center Weighted
- **Optical Zoom:** 12 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CCD
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG (Exif 2.2), AVI, DPOF, WAVE

## Images

![PowerShot Pro Series S5 IS 8.0MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (OLD MODEL) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81WRCx7mBXS.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Canon S5 IS: When I flip open LED screen in picture-taking mode, no image.  Image is there in review mode.**
A: I had this problem on mine after I dropped it on the concrete. I replaced the flip out screen myself. Found a how to video on YouTube.

**Q: Did it have manual focus?**
A: Yes. Not a great one, but it has. It's like a manual-digital focus, because it's not by turning a ring, but using buttons.

**Q: Canon PowerShot Pro Series S5 IS - how good are night shots?  And / or how do you make them better?**
A: I suggest go for sx50, Night shots are ok, S5 IS is verry old camera, i used it like 6 years ago, but it was god at that time. Now SX50 is equivalent of that.

**Q: What comes in the box?**
A: This camera is not going to be new, so could be nothing but camera in box.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Good, the not so Good, and Other Comments
*by B***H on September 20, 2007*

In a sentence, this is a great camera and I am thrilled with it. Most everything has been covered in the other reviews, so I will stick to some items that stood out for me. The Good: All of the automation makes it a great point and shoot camera for "standard" pictures. Set it to auto mode and have at it. The results are great. What is nice, is all the optional settings available for "special" situations when you are so inclined. I use the view finder most of the time and it is nice and bright. I wasn't that excited about the vari-angle display before getting the camera, but now I am happy to have it. I like the idea that I can keep it "closed" to protect the screen from scratches and dirt during most of my shooting when using the view finder, yet use it for reviewing pictures and making menu changes. I also like the large size and the quality of the display. The biggest surprise was the quality of the sound when using the movie mode. It takes a nice quality video and is so simple to use. Just push the dedicated button to start, then again to stop. (I have not found a way to "pause" the video, so each cycle created a new file.) A big plus for the Canon is the ability to zoom while capturing the video. This was the main selling point for me when trying do decide between the Canon and Panasonic. Finally, the camera has a good overall feel. The button layout makes sense for the most part, and considering the complexity, it is fairly intuitive. Not so Good: This is one of the worst manuals for any product I have ever owned. It is poor physically and poor in content. The print is small and the icon images blur into the cheap paper. The manual will instruct you to push a button by showing the button icon rather than naming the button. Because of the poor print quality, it is hard to make out the image of the button. Additionally, the starter guide booklet defines many of the button icons, but Cannon decided to save on a couple of sheets of paper and did not include this information in the main manual. As for content, it is lacking. The instructions basically show a setting, but there is little or no explanation as to what is happening or the cost associated with a particular option. Much of the manual consists of poorly laid out charts that are hard to understand. Basically, the manual does not define terms and do not introduce concepts. Anyone new to photography will have to find other sources that explain what is being discussed in the manual. The saving grace is that the actual camera is well designed and relatively intuitive. Use the manual as a starting guide, then experiment with the settings. Film is cheap with a digital! The software CD does not include a PDF file of the manual, but you can down load it from the Canon web site. The only problem I have had so far is that the date/time function has reset itself to zeroes on three occasions. It appears to happen after I remove the SD card to transfer the files to my computer via a card reader. What is strange is it does not happen all of the time. I am trying to figure out the pattern. Other Comments: You can remove the trim ring off the front of the lens and add an adaptor tube for a teleconverter, wide angle, or filter lens. Canon only shows 58mm accessories, but 52mm also works. I went with the after market Lensmate Online adaptor in 52mm to keep the size down. (If I weren't interested in small size and low weight, I would have bought a DSLR.) I sent Canon Support an e-mail question before buying. They responded within a few hours. They actually read my note in detail, then directly answered the question. Amazing! I called Panasonic with a simple product question, but they could not answer it. They took my phone number with a promise to call back soon. I am still waiting ........ Many have complained about the battery cover and using this cover for the SD card storage. I agree it is a dumb design, but I didn't find it to be a significant problem. What to buy???? Keep in mind that other manufacturers are coming out with 18X zoom factor cameras. Olympus has the SP-550 (poor reviews) and announced the SP-560. Panasonic announced the FZ18. I suspect Canon will have to respond. It will be interesting to see if they replace the S5 in the near future or add an 18X zoom model in addition to the S5. After some thought I decided the S5 12X met my needs and decided not to wait. (I also considered a potential downside of a larger size lens, more weight, and lens design compromises.) As pointed out in many of the professional reviews, the downside of a super zoom point and shoot like the S5, compared to a DSLR, is more "noise" in low light situations, slower lens (f stop setting), and lack of optional lens. However for most of us taking pictures of vacations, birthdays, camping trips, etc, these are non issues. The S5 will meet most all of our requirements without the size, weight and cost of a DSLR. Don't get lost in the details of the reviews. In conclusion, I really like this camera!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid, versatile camera, but don't confuse it with a DSLR
*by J***N on June 12, 2008*

The Canon PowerShot Pro S5 IS is a solid camera, but do not confuse it with a real DSLR like its big brothers in the Canon line or competitors such as the Nikon D60, D80 or D300. The S5, despite it's mini-DSLR style, is still a point 'n shoot camera, albeit one that is of very high build quality and loaded with features. Major shortcomings first: images are noisier than in some competitors down to ISO 100. This is, frankly, unexpected at this price and in this brand. Start-up and shot-to-shot recycling times are still on the slightly slow side. Expect to miss a lot of critical moments as you would with any other point 'n shooter. The camera is a bit on the heavy side, though this is consistent with the build quality (I think) and the use of AA batteries. On the whole, not a long list and nothing serious. On the plus side, there several features I consider outstanding and unique. The video quality (with stereo microphones) is nothing less than astounding. A friend of mine has been making videos for YouTube of music club performances, handheld with harsh club lighting and they are surprisingly good. I have been very impressed with the videos I've made under a variety of conditions. I suspect many people like having a video capability in their still camera. I know I do and appreciate that I don't have to carry a separate device. The zoom range is terrific, the Image Stabilization (IS) works while in video mode, which is very welcome and very important and you can zoom while in video mode. All in all, if you appreciate having a video capability, a good reason to buy the camera. The Canon LCD display can be set in many positions, with its unique hinging system. You can hold the camera overhead or ground level. You can flip it over for use as a monitor when doing photos or videos of yourself. (A particularly handy gadget to use when you're on vacation or otherwise want to include yourself in images is the Quik Pod Pro-Plus Extendable Handheld Tripod (18-inch) with Accessory Kit - for Canon Powershot, Casio, Epson, Fuji Finepix, HP, Kodak Easyshare, Minolta, Nikon Coolpix, Olympus Stylus, Panasonic, Pentax Optio & Sony Cybershot Digital Point & Shoot Cameras .) There is also an optical viewfinder. I find this combination in many Canon cameras an unbeatable feature. There is, unusually for a camera of this class, a hotshoe for external flashes. Adding an external flash will provide tremendous improvement to the range and versatility of your camera in almost all photographic situations. Ever wonder why the pros always use and external flash? It's because it helps them turn out better photos. Even a low power external flash will work wonders and the S5 is one of the few cameras in this range to permit you to use one. The S5 uses AA batteries. Many will argue that this is an old-fashioned approach. Not me. On too many occasions (one is actually one too many), I have had run out of juice with lithium ion battery powered cameras. Nothing is more frustrating then a camera that is without power. AA batteries are available worldwide, are relatively inexpensive and relatively lightweight. Again, I consider the use of AA batteries in the S5 to be an advantage and a reason to buy the camera. A set will last for 150 -200 shots. In terms of general features, image quality is excellent, with ISO available up to 1600. Noise starts at ISO 100 and becomes progressively worse at higher ISOs. This is normal for this kind of camera. Color rendition is excellent. I haven't yet notice any purple fringing which is relatively common in cameras of this kind. There are more than 20 pre-set shooting parameters, more frankly than you will ever be likely to use or even remember. There is - bless Canon - full manual control available. This is a real camera! The controls are well laid out and, even with my large hands, I had no difficulty manipulating any of the controls. Menus are intelligently done and easy to navigate. There is a separate button for video which is a nice, but necessary, touch. Focus at all ranges is pretty quick, though I have encountered some occasional hunting. Lens range is typical for a 12x. Be nicer if the bottom end were the equivalent of a 28mm, not 35mm. There is competition in this price and feature range. Panasonic offers the Lumix FZ18 which offers an 18x zoom with a 28mm equivalent bottom range. It is worth considering, but lacks the Canon swivel display and video zoom capabilities. Overall the Canon S5 is an undeniably fine camera for its price range. It is absolutely not a DSLR and anyone wanting the feel of a traditional 35mm SLR and the ability to grab instant pictures should seriously consider spending far more and buying a DSLR. Within its limitations, however, the Canon S5, in my opinion, sits at the top of its class and should be seriously considered. Jerry

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Camera
*by S***F on April 7, 2008*

I bought this camera about 6 months ago after researching several other brands in the same price range. I have only ever owned disposable and point and Nikon point and shoot camera (which took amazing pics), so I didn't know what I was looking for at first. I enjoy photography on an ametuer level, so I thought I would take it up a notch slowly before jumping into a fancy camera that costs $1,000+ As always, Amazon came through and the communication and delivery from them met my expectations. (I always check amazon for anything related to this camera before I look anywhere else). For what I wanted, this camera does the job. I have taken some amazing sunset shots and most recently attended a bodybuilding competition where I got to test the Powershot S5 IS in low light and also the "action/sports" setting, as there was a lot of quick movement I wanted to capture. The pictures turned out great. I have a bad habit of taking a million pictures and rarely making prints because I share them mostly online. There were a few prints I made at the beginning when I was just learning to use the camera and they came out grainy and "soft" looking- so I was starting to doubt this purchase as others had commented on this issue as well. I read the manual thoroughly to see if I could fix this problem and played around with the camera, taking pictures of anything from my feet to our cats- basically anything where I could test ALL of the settings in different light. I recently made prints after learning more about the camera and they came out flawless, I really have no complaints about the quality. Yes, the camera lens falls off all of the time. It gets annoying, but you just have to be extra careful. I wouldn't say that's a reason not to buy this camera though. I would advise in purchasing a good quality camera bag and lens cleaner in case you are like me and keep the lens cap off most of the time. I have been pleasantly surprised with how well the batteries last in this camera- this too depends on how much you are using the flash, zoom and other features. I recently purchased the eneloop rechargeable battery pack, so we shall see how those batteries do- I've heard good things. Overall, if you are looking for a point and shoot camera on steroids at an affordable price- this is the one. It has lots of fun features to play with, allowing you to take your ametuer photography to its fullest potential. There are a few accessory lens and flash options to beef this camera up even more as your skills progress. I suggest reading lots of reviews on this camera and its accessories on Amazon and other Techie sites as they are very informative to a beginner, also read the manual- it helps. One thing I did find out about this camera is that it is not able to shoot in the RAW format- something that most beginners won't care about, but also something you should know before buying. If you think you might want to take your photography to the next level, I would suggest purchasing a camera that shoots in RAW. That's about it, this camera is fun- so take it everywhere with you!

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