Canon S2 IS

Pros: Excellent image quality, 12X USM zoom, Image Stabilization, Excellent video mode, full manual controls

Cons: No RAW or TIFF mode, no hot shoe for external flash units

The Bottom Line: The Canon Powershot S2 IS is probably the best choice 5 megapixel (prosumer class) digicam currently available.

Review: Digital shutterbugs have been patiently waiting for Canon's update of the outstanding Powershot S1 IS, and their wait is over the S2 IS is finally here. The S1 IS was incredibly popular because of its fast image stabilized USM 10x zoom lens, its...

Pros: Good build quality, picture quality, fast silent zooming, fast operation, 12x zoom, stabilization

Cons: High price, no TIFF, filter adaptor sold separately, AA batteries, flimsy lens cap

The Bottom Line: If you want a 5-Megapixel responsive 12x "monster zoom" camera with optical image stabilization, don't mind the price, want a...

Review: After getting my Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5, I started having doubts if maybe Canon PowerShot S2 IS was the...

Pros: 12X zoom, crisp pictures, Image stabilization

Cons: Manual flash

The Bottom Line: This is the perfect camera for someone who wants to be a better than average photographer. See sample photos at http://epi-cmaw63.pbwiki.com/Electronics 2

Review: When I needed more out of my digital camera than what my Canon A520 could give me, I fell into the unfamiliar jungle of the digital camera world. Megapixels, digital...

Pros: The S2 is fantastic, no more needs to be said

Cons: No cons at first but please read update for major flaw that developed

The Bottom Line: Though replaced by newer versions..the S2 is a super camera

Review: Last winter I decided to invest in a new camera and after doing a lot of reading reviews and specs on cameras, I was about to settle for a Canon Powershot S3 but was balking at the price, then I lucked onto a review that compared the S3 to the S2...

Pros: Image-stabilized 12x zoom lens, fast startup & shooting performance, excellent battery performance, decent warranty service

Cons: Fragile LCD hinge, some firmware limitations, somewhat noisy images, I needed warranty service

The Bottom Line: Flexible and fun, the S2 makes you dream up reasons to go somewhere and take the camera along ... and the results do not disappoint.

Review: Anyone who wants proof that competition leads to innovation and better value for the consumer, need look no further than the digital camera market and long zoom prosumer models. Canon, Konica-Minolta, Panasonic, and Sony have all been releasing...

Pros: Big and fast zoom, SLR-like features (MF, etc), flip LDC, standard AA batteries.

Cons: Ok EVF, lousy lens cap, almost no extras included, LCD useless under bright situations.

The Bottom Line: This is a great camera, it has an amazing zoom and there are a lot of SLR-like features, but, remember, don't expect a dSLR, it's still far from that.

Review: The Canon S2 IS is a 12x zoom camera with 5 Mp, silver color. There are other very similar cameras in the market, I will talk about the S2 IS comparing with what were for me the other 12x zoom candidates (Panasonic DMC-FZ7: 6Mp and Sony DSC-H1: 5Mp...

Pros: lightweight, good picture quality, easy to use, image stabilization feature

Cons: no .tif or .raw file formats, no remote control

The Bottom Line: A great camera for a wide range of shooting conditions. Probably the most cost-effective choice available.

Review: Although it designed to look and feel like an SLR, the S2 IS is really more of a point-and-shoot model. This perhaps explains why Canon chose to include only the lossy .jpg format for images, which I expected would be a problem.

However,...

Pros: Tons of features; Great video capability; Powerful flash.

Cons: Difficult focusing in dim light; Not very ergonomic; No continuous battery life indicator

The Bottom Line: Great features and high quality in a small package. If you want point and shoot that fits in your pocket, go elsewhere

Review: I bought this camera after reading the generally good reviews. I wanted a "crossover" camera that would take great stills and good short video with sound. I have a Nikon 995 currently and it is good for stills but the video is "choppy" and poor...

Pros: Great optical zoom and macro lens. Great photos. Many features. Can add extra lenses.

Cons: Price,new on market,couldn't wait for sale. But very satisfied.

The Bottom Line: Excellent camera with 12x optical zoom and clear photos. Easy to use, many additional features including, macro,movies, automatic or manual focus.

Review: I recently purchased the Canon PowerShot S2 IS Digital Camera. I had an old digital camera without a zoom and wanted a good zoom. This one has a 12x optical zoom that is great. I took photos at Germanfest in Milwaukee of numerous bands from a great...

Pros: Easy-to-learn features, stellar zoom, quiet and fast, price is right for all the features.

Cons: Digital-only viewfinder, little/no warning before batteries die, won't synch with my Apple computers.

The Bottom Line: This camera is versatile and impressive. The many features and settings make it usable in almost any conditions. Great for the amateur photographer who's not ready for an SLR.

Review: I bought this camera to replace my Olympus C5050Z. I specifically was looking for a non-SLR camera with a long, steady optical zoom, at least 5 mp, a quiet motor and a fast shutter speed. I wanted a comparable size to the Olympus as well, and the...