Canon Quality

Advantages: Same Canon quality we have come to expect, great ISO capabilities.
Disadvantages: Buttons can get fiddly in the cold.

... Canon 500D Introduction Canons range of cameras is very impressive. Everyone can be accommodated for, there really is something for everyone. Camera Itself First off, the camera. The sensor on this model has a larger pixel count than many of its rivals and cheaper models in the range. The 15.1 megapixels on offer is more than enough for the market it is aimed at, these images will easily be blown up above A3 and still retain most of the detail. The new addition to this camera that sets it apart from the older models is the Full 1080p movies. Many photographers don?t like this new mode but if you don?t, then simply don?t use it. Having the functionality of a high quality video camera on family holidays and such will be welcomed by the enthusiast market at which this is aimed toward. One problem I found...

aadamm 23.10.2009 · Read review
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Review of Canon EOS 500D

Canon Powershot SX200 IS

Advantages: Lots of zoom, lots of pixels, sturdy
Disadvantages: No internal memory, flash pops up whether you want it to or not

...find it less fiddly when you are taking photos and need a quick battery change. d) SD-HC memory cards. I already have several of these for my DSLR which is convenient and means any of my cards can be used in both of my cameras. e) HD video capability of 1280x720. This wasn't majorly important but with the memory cards being so cheap then it's a bonus to have the capability of recording video. Quite good when you are on holiday or at a family gathering and want to record some video but don't want the hassle of a separate camcorder. Finally, I took advantage of a Canon promotion which gave £40 cashback on this particular model. I'd already decided on this camera so the cashback was a nice bonus. All in all, it cost £234.55 including delivery from Jessops.com. After a few weeks of use I'm finding that I really like this camera...

tor0908 26.06.2009 · Read review
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Review of Canon PowerShot SX200 IS

Canon or a Brother ?

Advantages: Good print Quality
Disadvantages: Cartridge prices

...This review is for the Canon Pixma IP4700. Setup --------- This printer comes inside a box which is heavily packaged and first off all you get the power cable. The cable is wrapped with this tie back but the problem is that when you unwind the cable you notice how it wants to try and curl back up again so you do need to try and straighten it out as soon as you can. You receive the disc which has the drivers on which you need to install on the computer otherwise you have no way of printing items off without it. There is nothing else inside the box besides the cartridges which are easy to insert and use. The disc is good because it is so simple to install the items onto the computer and this takes about a minute to do. You do not get a connection to the computer though so you do need to purchase one yourself and many websites...

tink-er-bell 22.10.2009 · Read review
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Review of Canon PIXMA iP4700

A slightly less explosive Canon.

Advantages: Typically good Canon images.
Disadvantages: Poor flash and feels a bit flimsy.

...Canon along with Nikon have for years been known as the kings of camera`s but with things changing rapidly in the DSLR market Canon had to think fast. All of Canons recent releases have been at the expensive end of the market and they have been rapidly losing ground to the likes of Nikon and the new kids on the block (Sony). The release of the Canon EOS 1000D in June this year (2008)was an attempt to get back in the entry level market and whilst I think it should have the desired effect I am still not convinced they have done enough to tempt people away from the less expensive Sony option. Many people myself included thought that the new Canon would just be a fresher version of the Canon EOS 400D and the only stand out feature available on this 1000D that the 400 did not offer was a live view, so were Canon trying to pull the wool...

thebigc1690 08.09.2008 · Read review
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Review of Canon EOS 1000D

Canon Ixus 100 IS - Small and oh so stylish

Advantages: Small, Stylish, Auto modes work well, Image Stabilization
Disadvantages: HD Video capability is disappointing

...The Canon Ixus 100 IS is the successor to the Ixus 85 IS model, now with 12.1 megapixels instead of the old 10. The 2.5" screen is retained, as is the optical viewfinder and the 3x zoom capability, but the Ixus 100 IS is packed with new features. Video can now be recorded in HD (720p format) and an HDMI port has been added for viewing your pics on the latest HD televisions. The 100 IS also gets a new DIGIC 4 processor, Autofocus Tracking and Auto Scene Detection! The dimensions have changed in proportion, being a whole millimetre wider than its predecessor, another millimetre taller, but 2mm slimmer with an incredible depth of only 18.4mm. The weight stays about the same at less than 130g and, being similar in size to an iPod, it is very easy to carry around in your shirt pocket/handbag. Indeed, the similarity with the iPod doesn...

rabidbadger 02.09.2009 · Read review
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Review of Canon Digital IXUS 100 IS Digital Camera

Canon

Advantages: Good Lens
Disadvantages: None

...This is a good quality product that offers good value for money in the very short term. Although as with most products of this type, the value will deteriorate over time and should be able to get a cheaper version next year. It's a great device with plenty of features that I would highly recommend. This really is a wonderful piece of kit that should go well with many accessories because it really looks good. After using this product for a few months I have not so far come up against any reliability issues but only time will tell. I therefore would recommend the product. However, always think carefully as to whether you actually really need something before you buy it. We buy so many things nowadays that we don't really need. Basic Technical information Aperture: f/4 Focal Length: 70-200mm Mount Type: EF Camera Compatibility: Canon...

Nazuku 20.02.2007 (01.03.2007) · Read review
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Review of Canon 70 -200 / 4,0 USM L IS Lens

Canon

Advantages: many
Disadvantages: None

...This is a good quality product that offers good value for money in the very short term. Although as with most electronic products, the value will deteriorate over time and should be able to get a cheaper version next year. It's a great little device with plenty of features that I would highly recommend. This really is a wonderful piece of kit that should go well with many accessories because it really looks good. However, always think carefully as to whether you actually really need something before you buy it. We buy so many things nowadays that we don't really need. Aperture: f/4 Focal Length: 70-200mm Mount Type: EF Camera Compatibility: Canon digital No Lens Adaptor No Image Stabilisation Manual Focus: Yes Focusing Range: 1.2m to Filter Diameter: 67 mm Weight: 0.705 kg Dimensions: 76 - 172 mm...

Nazuku 05.06.2007 · Read review
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Review of Canon 70 -200 / 4,0 USM L IS Lens

The Samsung E720

Advantages: Mega-Pixel Camera, Video, MP3 Player, Bluetooth, USB, Stylish Design
Disadvantages: No Infra-Red port and the cover picture disappears too quickly.

...Deciding it was time to get a new phone, I was initially enchanted by the stylish Samsung D500. As I was browsing, however, I found, on a cheaper contract, the E720, essentially released at the same time. There are numerous reviews on Ciao of its predecessors, the E700 and E710 but it should certainly not be confused with these? I have had this phone for two weeks now and, as it is released by pretty much every network on their contracts this month, I think it's important I convey my thoughts on it. As yet I have found no hardware or software problems with it (as sadly mattshaw4 found with his E710) but will update this if I do, it does not appear likely. Visually, the E720 is possibly the nicest flip-phone I have seen, on paper its dimensions are 91 x 45 x 23 (mm), which when closed is the size of a small packet of paracetemol; I...

coolpaul 13.04.2005 · Read review
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Review of Samsung E720

Canon

Advantages: Good Value Product
Disadvantages: Nothing so far

...This is a good quality product that offers good value for money in the very short term. Although as with most products of this type, the value will deteriorate over time and should be able to get a cheaper version next year. It's a great device with plenty of features that I would highly recommend. This really is a wonderful piece of kit that should go well with many accessories because it really looks good. After using this product for a few months I have not so far come up against any reliability issues but only time will tell. I therefore would recommend the product. However, always think carefully as to whether you actually really need something before you buy it. We buy so many things nowadays that we don't really need. Important Technical Details Mounting Type: Canon EF Lens Aperture: F/4.0 Focal Length: 17 mm - 40 mm...

Nazuku 26.04.2007 · Read review
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Review of Canon EF L USM wide-angle zoom lens - 17 - 40mm F/4.0

Canon

Advantages: Good Lens
Disadvantages: None

...Stabiliser: Optical Min Focus Range: 1.4 m Focus Adjustment: Automatic, manual Zoom Adjustment: Manual Max View Angle: 34 degree(s) Min View Angle: 8.25 degree(s) Lens Construction: 12 group(s) / 18 element(s) Filter Size: 58 mm Mounting Type: Canon EF Features: UD glass, internal focusing system, Ultrasonic Motor (USM), full-time manual focusing, rear focusing system, diffractive optics...

Nazuku 02.02.2007 · Read review
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Review of Canon telephoto zoom lens - 100 mm - 300 mm F/4.5-5.6