Canon Powershot S80 Reviews

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	Canon Powershot S80 Price (MSRP): $549.00 Megapixel: 8 TYPE: Digital Compact

Equipped with a wider-angle zoom lens and more advanced controls than many compact cameras, the S80 sits at the top of Canon's Powershot S line. Its retractable optics are protected behind a sliding cover that powers the camera on when opened. This camera uses Canon's DIGIC II processor to minimize shutter lag and shot-to-shot delays. The S80 offers manual and semiautomatic exposure controls, as well as a range of programmed automatic photo modes and a high-resolution video mode. There are numerous color settings and other controls for fine-tuning image parameters, a spot meter, and underwater settings for use with Canon's optional underwater housing. Optional lens converters are also available.

Slowest Shutter Speed		15



Fastest Shutter Speed		2000



Screen Size		2.5 in



Screen Resolution		115,000



Screen Type		LCD and Optical



Maximum ISO		400



Widest Focal Length		28 mm



Longest Focal Length		100 mm



Maximum Aperture		f/2.8



Zoom		3.6



Video Resolution		Up to 1024x768



Video Frames per second		30



Media Type		SD



Battery		Proprietary rechargeable lithium ion



Battery Life		Approx. 200 shots



Width		4.09 in



Height		2.24 in



Depth		1.53 in



Weight		9.4 oz



Release Date		August 2005



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