My name is Sally. I am 28 years old and work in IT. I am married with a 6 year old daughter. My int...
My name is Sally. I am 28 years old and work in IT. I am married with a 6 year old daughter. My interests include music, sports, computers, photography and travel.
Member since:31.03.2005
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I have recently purchased my first digital camera, and after choosing the Canon Ixus 500, I am certainly not disappointed.
The camera has a compact, stylish and ergonomic design. It feels solid to hold but is also light enough to carry around easily.
Setting up the camera for the first time was reassuring straightforward. The goods were exactly as described and very well packaged. I was up and running within minutes!
Picture quality is absolutely excellent. 5MP provides super detailed images. I particularly like the panoramic option which has enabled me to get some superb wide angle shots on holiday. Video mode in 640x480 (upto 3.5 mins) is also pretty impressive so this camera can be used affectively for both photo and video. Less to carry!!!!!
Pictures are very easy to review on the back of the camera and the menu system is very easy to navigate.
For the more advanced user, there are several camera functions /options as described in the manual which give you more flexibility and control.
The PC software is excellent and easy to use. Again, picture quality is superb!
Minor negatives are that the battery does drain when using the LCD screen and you will probably need to invest in a larger memory card than the 32MB one supplied. Surprisingly, a camera case is not normally included in the package.
The Canon Ixus 500 is probably the best product in its price bracket, and coming with a 2yr warranty, I would recommend it to anyone.
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Advantages: Camera has a small footprint, is packed with features and has a quality feel about it Disadvantages: You probably need to increase the memory card and buy a case for it
JohnnyFive 09.03.2005 (09.03.2005)
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