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Canon PowerShot S90, Pocket Camera that supports RAW
Confused! That was the comment of a friend when trying slim Canon camera which ring lens can be swivel. But this is the uniqueness of Canon PowerShot S90.
The resolution is only 10 megapixels, but the wide angle lens with fast f2. Focal length (optical zoom) can be arranged from the focus ring, with a choice of 28, 35, 50, 85, and 105 mm. Special, functions in this ring can be set again, for example, to set exposure compensation, set the ISO, white balance, shutter speed, focus, aperture, or zoom. This is outside the existing arrangements in the wheels behind the camera control.
Honestly, the PowerShot S90′s has style of IXUS series. This makes us have to get used to it. There is a lot of new things. Exposure can be arranged. RAW format is rare in compact cameras have brought. The position of the shutter button was no longer just on the edge of the right, but rather entered. Flash can not be removed manually, but directly out on the left side when the camera detects low-light conditions.
However, once we have used, we will quite enjoying S90. Quick response. Aim sharp results. In low-light conditions, you just select low light in the dial mode in without the hassle to set everything. In low light mode, ISO will automatically set to 12,800. Beside that, option of ISO 80-3200 also available.
If you do not want to bother just use auto mode that can detect scene, movement, and face. There are also 8 other modes, complete with a summary of each function present a second mode in the LCD. So, do not have to bother opening the manual!
Rather unfortunate, NB-6L battery with 1000mAh capacity could only survive for 150-192 shots. Fortunately, these batteries can be recharged in the charger are available. Time was not long, about 2 hours.
Conclusion
If you want a full-featured camera, but lightweight portable, the Canon PowerShot S90 is a good choice. Good shot quality. However, if you got no problem with the price and dimensions, you may choose his brother, G11, which almost $ 100 more expensive.