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the PowerShot S50, Canon updates the compact yet powerful S45 with a
5-megapixel sensor. Nestled between the ultratiny Elph models and the
feature-packed PowerShot G models, the PowerShot S50 combines most of the
portability of the former with nearly every advanced feature of the latter.
In addition to its high-resolution imagery, the PowerShot S50 also features
a 3x optical zoom, movie mode with audio, and nine-point Artificial
intelligence Auto Focus (AiAF).
Optics and Resolution
The PowerShot S50 has a 5-megapixel sensor with a maximum resolution of
2,592 x 1,944 pixels, enough detail for 4-by-6-inch to 20-by-30-inch (poster
size) photos. It also features a 3x optical zoom and 4.1x digital zoom for a
total 12.3x zoom.
Canon's powerful DIGIC image processor provides a huge capacity for
complex assessment of the scene to be captured. The PowerShot S50 uses
information from the zoom position, scene brightness, and other systems to
determine what sort of subject is being photographed in order to optimize AF
speed, exposure accuracy, and white balance performance.
For beginners, the camera is point-and-shoot simple. Just twist the dial
to Auto and start snapping pictures. The PowerShot S50 offers a myriad of
setting options, including three light metering modes, white balance presets
with two positions for custom settings, exposure and focus bracketing,
manual focus and AF lock, aperture and shutter-speed priority, and
adjustable ISO-equivalent sensitivity.
Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on CompactFlash memory cards and the memory slot is
compatible with CompactFlash Type II cards as well as Microdrives. The
included 32 MB card holds approximately 21 images at the Large/Fine setting.
Movie Mode
Shoot up to three minutes of MPEG video with sound, editing controls, and
VCR-like playback. The movies aren't camcorder quality, but they're fun and
convenient, and they're perfect as e-mail attachments. The camera can also
attach voice memos or sound files of up to 60 seconds to each image.
More Features
The PowerShot S50 features 13 shooting modes, including subject-based modes
and semi-auto modes such as aperture priority. A fast sequence mode allows a
maximum frame rate of 2 frames per second, maintained for up to eight
images.
The nine-point AiAF lets you focus your subject no matter where it
appears in the viewfinder. For more freedom, FlexiZone AF/AE let you select
which part of the frame you wish to focus on without moving your camera.
Other features include:
- Large 1.8-inch LCD monitor.
- Built-in flash with auto, on, off, manual, slow-synch, and red-eye
reduction modes.
- Ability to save an image in RAW format even when it was shot in a JPEG
mode.
- The Intelligent Orientation Sensor displays your images properly
rotated during playback on the LCD screen and your computer screen.
- To print your photos at home, the PowerShot S45 connects directly to
Canon's bubble jet direct printers S830D and S530D, and card photo
printer CP-100.
Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by Canon's proprietary rechargeable lithium-ion
battery pack NB-2L (included). It measures 4.4 x 2.3 x 1.7 inches and weighs
9.2 ounces. This package includes the PowerShot S50 digital camera, 32 MB
CompactFlash card, battery and battery charger (CB-2LT), USB and AV cables,
wrist strap, and ArcSoft Camera Suite CD-ROM and USB drivers for Windows and
Mac.
From the Manufacturer
The PowerShot S50 is Canon’s first 5.0 Megapixel
1/1.8-inch CCD digital camera. Capable of recording a still image of 2592 x
1944 pixels, this digital camera combines a number of powerful features with
proven ergonomics and a lens design garnered from years of making the most
advanced cameras on the market. The S50 is equipped with a 35-105mm 3x
optical zoom which combines with digital for a 12x zoom. This provides you
with the shot you're after in crystal clarity whether near or far. The
exclusive Canon DIGIC Imaging Processor and iSAPS (Intelligent Scene
Analysis based on Photographic Space) technology delivers fast performance,
improved color accuracy and less noise with enhanced battery life. Take
advantage of 12 shooting modes from fully automatic to fully manual, plus
manual overrides for focus, exposure, white balance, flash and more. The
Powershot S50 also features a 9-Point Wide-Area AiAF system plus FlexiZone
AF/AE to ensure sharp photographs - even when th! e subject is off-center.
Shoot and print your photos instantly by connecting to a Card Photo Printer
or Bubble Jet Direct Photo Printer.
Superb Detail and Vivid ColorThe PowerShot S50 produces
exquisitely detailed images thanks to a high-resolution 1/1.8" 5.0
megapixel CCD. Primary color filters incorporated in the S50 also provide
vivid and realistic color without the noise associated with other color
filters.
Compact High Resolution Lens with Powerful Zoom
Close in on all the action with the S50's powerful zoom. The high
resolution 3x optical lens takes you in close and then you can zoom up to
12x using the 4.1x digital zoom.
Two Methods to Keep You in Focus
The PowerShot S50's 9-point AiAF lets you focus your subject no matter
where it appears in the viewfinder. For more freedom, FlexiZone AF/AE let
you select which part of the frame you wish to focus on, without moving your
camera.
DIGIC and iSAPS Technology
The S50's DIGIC Imaging Processor revolutionizes how you shoot digital by
allowing the camera to process images faster and improving the accuracy of
the autofocus. DIGIC also reduces the effects on noise in your images.
iSAPS technology is an entirely new scene-recognition technology
developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of
thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the fast DIGIC Imaging
Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white
balance.
Enhanced Movie Mode
The S50's movie mode allows you to take movies up to 3 minutes long!
Movie quality has also been greatly improved over previous models. You can
even edit the length of movies or cut out scenes right on the camera.
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