Canon PowerShot SX130 IS super-zoom version is quite reasonable with the basic features fairly complete, good image quality even with these difficult people.
PowerShot SX130 IS is the successor version of the Canon SX120 launched a year ago now. Equipped with 12 million pixels sensor, 12x optical zoom range is more reasonable with 28 - 336mm, SX130 IS also been upgraded with 3-inch LCD screen, the DIGIC 4 image processor, the face detection function and 28 new default mode. Supports SD / SDHC and SDXC post, this version can film HD 720p and sold at prices quite reasonable, about $ 180.
Use
Compared with its predecessor the SX120, the new version still stout style and does not seem to change much. In front of a large lens area accounted for most of the light metering and supports two small holes in stereo microphone recording. Lens was upgraded from 10x to 12x, zoom range is also improved with 36mm wide angle of his predecessors have been converted into a more reasonable 28mm. Only moderately less attractive to reopen only f/3.4-5.6. Although basically holding nothing different but the silver band is decorated elaborate cross-rhythms into a flap over whether that improvement is only played a major role in aesthetics.
This stout shape, looks a bit crude compared to SX130 machines travel super zoom like Samsung DMC-TZ10 or Panasonic WB650, even though this size has also been classified as a lightweight. This version is not equipped with advanced features such as plug-spoke light outside support for large zoom range that is based entirely on integrated toads light have limited capital. SX130 although support the latest SDXC memory card but instead of using lithium batteries, uses AA batteries makes the weight more heavily, even though the primary battery support also helps your body become more active. Although polished with stylish glossy black cover, but by design, so your entire body with plastic still SX130 created a sensation ordinary camera while holding .
Similar versions of popular camera, the pin plug of communication such as USB, Video or DC is located next to the border, while the card slot and battery tray is placed below. Designed no optical viewfinder, SX130 depends entirely on 3-inch LCD screen, but relatively poor resolution, only 230,000 pixels.
Rotation on the mode selection allows the photographer to adjust many different styles. Smart Auto mode has been upgraded with 28 custom mode. If users prefer to intervene more in the process can take turns choosing arbitrary rotation of the Program, speed priority, aperture priority or Manual. Rotation mode is also displayed directly on the LCD screen, so if people are watching shooting scene can also move the regime without losing his eyes off the screen. In addition, this version is also equipped with the latest features such as Canon's recent ankle simulator effects, zoom effects, Poster or night shooting with auto ISO up to 3200.
SX130 IS also keep up with times when equipped with the ability to shoot 720p video at 30 frames per second. Another advantage is that while filming, users can still take advantage of the 12x optical zoom with bands and special effects like when shooting. Sound is also improved with the two front stereo microphone, the only thing this version does not have an independent movie button that users must dial when you want to turn the wheel mode.
Screen
PowerShot SX130 IS is the successor version of the Canon SX120 launched a year ago now. Equipped with 12 million pixels sensor, 12x optical zoom range is more reasonable with 28 - 336mm, SX130 IS also been upgraded with 3-inch LCD screen, the DIGIC 4 image processor, the face detection function and 28 new default mode. Supports SD / SDHC and SDXC post, this version can film HD 720p and sold at prices quite reasonable, about $ 180.
Use
Compared with its predecessor the SX120, the new version still stout style and does not seem to change much. In front of a large lens area accounted for most of the light metering and supports two small holes in stereo microphone recording. Lens was upgraded from 10x to 12x, zoom range is also improved with 36mm wide angle of his predecessors have been converted into a more reasonable 28mm. Only moderately less attractive to reopen only f/3.4-5.6. Although basically holding nothing different but the silver band is decorated elaborate cross-rhythms into a flap over whether that improvement is only played a major role in aesthetics.
This stout shape, looks a bit crude compared to SX130 machines travel super zoom like Samsung DMC-TZ10 or Panasonic WB650, even though this size has also been classified as a lightweight. This version is not equipped with advanced features such as plug-spoke light outside support for large zoom range that is based entirely on integrated toads light have limited capital. SX130 although support the latest SDXC memory card but instead of using lithium batteries, uses AA batteries makes the weight more heavily, even though the primary battery support also helps your body become more active. Although polished with stylish glossy black cover, but by design, so your entire body with plastic still SX130 created a sensation ordinary camera while holding .
Similar versions of popular camera, the pin plug of communication such as USB, Video or DC is located next to the border, while the card slot and battery tray is placed below. Designed no optical viewfinder, SX130 depends entirely on 3-inch LCD screen, but relatively poor resolution, only 230,000 pixels.
Rotation on the mode selection allows the photographer to adjust many different styles. Smart Auto mode has been upgraded with 28 custom mode. If users prefer to intervene more in the process can take turns choosing arbitrary rotation of the Program, speed priority, aperture priority or Manual. Rotation mode is also displayed directly on the LCD screen, so if people are watching shooting scene can also move the regime without losing his eyes off the screen. In addition, this version is also equipped with the latest features such as Canon's recent ankle simulator effects, zoom effects, Poster or night shooting with auto ISO up to 3200.
SX130 IS also keep up with times when equipped with the ability to shoot 720p video at 30 frames per second. Another advantage is that while filming, users can still take advantage of the 12x optical zoom with bands and special effects like when shooting. Sound is also improved with the two front stereo microphone, the only thing this version does not have an independent movie button that users must dial when you want to turn the wheel mode.
Screen
Behind the machine, large external screen is the button to adjust basic parameters, including notably the parameters of a rotation with 4 quick access buttons. This layout is convenient selection or move between the options very quickly and easily, but if not careful will easily select the wrong buttons by rotation and are integrated into one.
The face detection function is improved should work quite effectively. With the help of the latest image processor DIGIC 4, SX130 IS can receive up to 35 faces in the frame and automatically adjusts focus and exposure based. Face detection function also adds the ability to fix red eye, the automatic mode recognition AF / AE / FE technology-timer and when the new Face image. In addition, the recognition technology is also adding features to stick in the face when moving objects within the frame, the object to be taken to ensure the objects always sharp and perfect exposure.
Image quality
Image quality on the PowerShot SX130 IS quite well in most test cases. The only weakness of this version is the image noise at ISO 400 made from more clarity and color loss. Up to ISO 800 or 1600, the quality is even worse.
In return, the machine can handle chromatic aberration is quite good, in some cases the contrast purple fringing new phenomena show up. Although the resolution to 12 megapixels, but details are still not very sharp due to the default mode is average. To achieve more efficient strokes, who have taken or handling sharp increase in the Menu or wait processing image editor.
Experiment with night shots, SX130 IS also quite satisfactory results. Slow down most machines support up to 15 seconds, enough for the most difficult cases. Macro shooting became an outstanding advantage as this version allows shooting from as close to a cm even at this distance is often distorted and shiny image. Whether integrated flash output can not be compared with the lights out but enough to solve problems and red eye when shooting close objects. Optical anti-shake mechanism of its tradition and promoting good effect must be taken in cases of hand speed, especially when you have to use telephoto focal range
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