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- 10.0 Megapixels- 10x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer-3.0 LCD- DIGIC(R) 4 image processor-Smart auto intelligently selects the proper setting for the camera based on 22 predefined shooting situations-Easy mode takes the guess work out of the equation by determining the right shooting mode for the situation- Requires AA batteries

User Reviews about Canon PowerShot SX120IS 10MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Images Stabilized Zoom and 3-inch LCD

My daughter has enjoyed using my camera for several years, and just recently bought this camera for herself, liking the fact that it is easy to use, but has many manual controls (aperture, exposure, ISO, etc.), which she is eager to learn about. She took it on a family trip this summer and was extremely pleased with the landscape, macro, and wildlife shots she got.
She is particularly pleased with the camera's macro abilities, as the camera can get to with in .3 inches of an object and take a crisp, focused picture. However, it doesn't seem to do as well when trying to take macro pictures when it is darker outside.
The size was portable enough to be taken most places, including on several hikes, but is too big to be put in a pants pocket. However, the fact that it is bigger gives it a good heft that helps to steady pictures when not using a tripod. Also, the construction seems very solid, with the exception of the battery cover, which feels a little flimsy at times.

Overall, she has greatly enjoyed the camera for the short time she has had it, and is pleased with the picture quality. -- Great Beginner Camera!

After much shopping on line and in store, I found the best buy at Amazon and I feel like I have found "the camera" that a 73 yr old Grandma can operate! I may never learn to use all the settings, but already know enough to take good pics of all my Grandkids/Family/Friends. When you get older, all you have are pics!! My older Canon had to be replaced after it fell in the lake (so did I, partially) Buy it, you'll like it. JJ -- Canon PowerShot SX120IS

I got the older model of this camera (SX110) for my bridal shower, and after having it for a month I got "lens error" and it just would not work. So I went to the store and tried to exchange, but SX110 was no longer there. They did have the new SX120, so we got that! So far have not had any problems with the dreaded "lens error"!!!
So I've had this camera since October 2009 and really like it. The zoom is amazing. I can't wait to use it at the Lady Gaga concert I'm going to in a couple of weeks, haha. Have used it at baseball games and gotten great shots of the players.
Husband and I used it in Hawaii and we have amazing pictures. I was told by friends that some of our shots look "professional quality." We plan on getting large prints of some of the scenic shots and framing them in our bedroom. The different settings are great, sunset is especially awesome. We used that a lot on our trip. We bought a tripod and used the self timer to take pictures of the two of us together on the beach (it was a secluded beach). Self timer is great. I actually have not read the manual, so I'm sure this camera does a bunch of things that I am not even aware of. I love taking pictures, and would like to learn more about photography in the future. I think this camera will be a lot of fun to learn on.
I wanted a camera that was more durable and better quality than standard point and shoots. I've had cameras in the past that are so little and fragile that they get busted easily. I never had luck with HP or Sony, my mom has Canons and her cameras last and last, so that is why I went with a Canon this time and I think Canon is the best.
One thing...I wish I had had a waterproof digital before going to Hawaii. We had to leave this camera in the room a lot if we were going snorkeling or surfing. We bought a couple of disposable underwater cameras but the pictures got ruined in processing. Tons of awesome photos that we lost, and who knows if we will ever get back to Hawaii again. IF you are going on any kind of tropical or beach vacation, I suggest looking into getting a waterproof digital. I will be buying one (probably the new Canon one) for my next vacation for sure.
-- Great camera, awesome honeymoon photos from Hawaii