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Summary: I couldn't be any more impressed...
Review: with this camera or its abilities. This is the first digital camera that I have purchased, but it won't be the last thanks to my initiation into this genre of photography. This camera can do everything that a novice to amateur level photog. can ask of it. The automatic camera settings are very realistic, and the advanced (manual) settings are much more numerous than similar cameras in this price range/megapixels. Manual settings don't take very long to learn, and give the user just enought freedom so as not to totally blow any important shots you may be taking. The LCD is bright and clear, and the function buttons and menus are very easily navigated. If you do however have to look in the owner's manual for some guidance, Canon leads the way as far as simplicity and explainations go. All the descriptions are accompanied by photos representing what buttons the user is to press to reach the desired result. For me, the most impressive part of this package are the solid construction of the camera body (all metal and easily gripped with one hand,)and the advanced editing software that accompanies the imageviewing software for your computer. I was excited by how real the photos looked, but was twice as pleased after I touched up the photos with the editing software.
I used a ...printer that isn't necessarily a "photo" printer to catalog my shots, and the pictures were better than any I had experienced with a 35mm camera. If you are looking for a light-weight, yet pocketable digital camera that will take better pictures than you thought were possible, then look no further than the Canon S330 Digital Elph.
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Summary: Love this camera!
Review: Great little camera! After months of research and deciding on buying a Canon S300, I was pleased to discover that they had released an updated model, the S330. Its resolution is 0.1 megapixle lower than the S300, but it includes many refined features. I've used the camera for a little over a week now and have taken nearly 500 pictures and am still on my second battery charge (about 2/3 of the pictures I've taken have been with the LCD off). The included 8 MB compact flash card limits the number of hi-res, hi-quality pics you can take, but you can buy a 128 MB card for a little over 50 bucks (I recommend one from SimpleTech) and be able to hold from 128 to over 1000 pictures, depending on resolution & quality. The camera has lots of options and is especially versatile in its "manual" mode where you have a little more control than you do in the full auto mode. It gives you freedom to lock the AE, focus and other settings, as well as apply special effects/enhancements. I leave the camera in manual mode most of the time, since it retains its point-and-shoot simplicity; that way there's one less step to take (turning the selector dial) when I want to change how the camera's taking pictures. It also has a video mode and photostitch mode. In the photostitch mode the camera helps you line up multiple shots so you can merge them into a single panoramic shot using software on your PC (included). If you're considering this camera but fear it may be too small to easily hold, don't worry. I have larger than average hands and have no problems at all with manipulating the buttons and taking pictures (although, as with all things, it takes some practice). Enough rambling, the bottom line is.... This is definitely the BEST 2 MP, 3 x zoom, compact digital camera available at this time.
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Summary: Excellent, portable camera with lots of features.
Review: I am an avid photographer and have been looking to upgrade to a new portable digital camera. I received this camera and within one day I was already taking high quality pictures with this camera. For an everyday user this camera would be a perfect choice. Once you figure out how the menu system works all the functions of this camera are easy to learn how to use. The one bad thing I have to say about this camera is that the video and sound quality are a little disappointing. While it is a very cool feature to have on a small digital camera, this could have been improved. Overall I am very happy with this camera and would suggest it to anyone looking for a small, pocket-sized digital camera.
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Summary: Best compact digital camera ever
Review: "No way to go wrong with this baby..."
This is my second digital camera, and let me tell you, I am very impressed! My first camera was the s300 and I thought that I was never going to get another one as good, but the s330 excelled all my expectations. It is cheaper than the s300 and have more features and a better ISO, a problem that really frustrated me in the past with my S300. Overall both of them have the same specs but the additional speaker and the better menu made the s330 #1 in my list. Please remember that this is not a pro camera, but the photo quality is outstanding even at large formats like 8x11. The colors are better than the sony and olympus. I do recomend an extra battery if traveling and a way larger flash card. Newegg.com sell mr. flash 128mb for less than 60 bucks. I have bought 2 and have them for over 6 months and never had a problem with them. I did a lot of research before purchasing this camera and let me assure that this is the best digital camera for every day and even semi pro users. There is no need to follow the crazy trend of the more mega pixels the better. 2.1 is more than enough. I get the same or even better results than normal film. Because of the extra ISO options and the better price the s330 is a winner over the s300.
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Summary: Good quality, size, and very economial
Review: I had been looking for a digital camera for a while when I stumbled upon the Canon Powershot S330. At first glance [it] seemed a lot to spend on a 2 megapixel digital camera but being my first digital purchase I decided to try it out. At first i just took pictures using the automatic function figuring that the manual controls would be too dificult but within the first day I was shooting pictures in manual mode, adjusting white balance and lighting and such, and printing them. I was very surprised by the quality that my two year old inkjet print the pictures at (as long as you don't look too close or print them over 8x10 which your not supposed to do anyways) on glossy photo paper. I was also concerned because indoor shots came out very dark but I soon realized that the brightness could be adjusted with the included software which was very basic yet helpful. The movie quality is low but that's not what a camera is for so it's a nice little extra. Overall I have had no problems with the camera and I am very pleased with my purchase. This would be an excellent camera for anyone looking for an easy camera for a novice with some advanced functions. If there was one thing I could change I wish it was a little smaller but besides that I am very happy and excited for that next oppurtunity where I can show off my new digital camera.
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Summary: Upgraded from S110
Review: I have used an S110 for several months. I have taken, saved and edited over 1000 photos. Subjects ranged from family photos, wedding, air museum, catalog photos to light use at work. Bright colors and skin tones are outstanding with the advantage of adjusting ISO from 50 to 400 in manual mode. As much as I enjoy the S110, (I take it everwhere) I needed more features that the S330 offers. I am willing to trade off extra features for the S110's smaller size. The menus are easier to navigate and the red eye reduction seems to be more effective. The price for the S330...at Amazon is comparable to what I paid for the S110. The zoom feature during playback has a higher magnification and you have the ability to zoom in at all areas of the photos. The built-in speaker is an added bonus during video and memo playback. An extra battery (NB-1LH), higher capacity compact flash cards (32M, 64M and 128M) and soft case go a long way towards making this excellent camera more useful and mobile. My next purchase will be the waterproof case (WP-DC500) for scuba diving and fishing photos.
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Summary: Perfect for the average user
Review: The PowerShot S330 Digital Elph camera has proven to be an acceptable camera for me as I traveled briefly around China. The 2-megapixel sensor has produced beautiful pictures - and take my word for it - I was slightly concerned before I saw them because they are obviously lesser quality than the 3 or 4 megapixel digital cameras. Yet, I have seen pictures from a friend's 3 pixel camera and I truly cannot see a difference. I stand by my belief that for the individual who wants a digital camera for domestic purposes like birthday parties, award banquets, etc... you cannot go wrong with this camera. It works astonishingly well indoors and outdoors alike. Very crisp and well-defined pictures but...
A couple of warnings:
I was considerably disappointed with the digital zoom quality of my pictures. Individuals looking for a digital camera to take on family vacations - beware! You're going to have to get into a reasonable distance of whatever you're trying to shoot -- particularly if you want detail in the picture.
The battery caused me a great deal of consternation as well -- if you are going on a trip for a couple of days or more, I highly recommend you buy a spare battery. Yes, the battery will be fine if you are filming your child's first communion for two hours, but for a four day trip across the Silk Road with periodic use, buy a spare.
As for the sound feature, I was also surprised at how poor it was. It sounded like I was listening to something far away, regardless of how close the desired sound was from the camera.
One more warning: DO NOT PRINT YOUR PICTURES LARGER THAN 8 by 10! I do not know if that is a standard, unspoken rule with digital cameras, but even if it is one, the PowerShot S330 Digital Elph camera definitely does not evade it.
In sum, if you're looking for a consistent digital camera that is easy to carry, please look into the PowerShot S330 Digital Elph camera. Do not place much stock in the sound or video capabilities though. I think those features might be a sales pitch to try and get an edge over competitors.
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Summary: Excellent quality rugged camera
Review: Everyone wrote enough about it, so I will only add that this camera worked much better than expected for quite a long time, until during last trip, I dropped it really hard on cement.
The shutter button came out, the case kind of split in half (could see the guts inside), and of course the door for the memory card broke and the battery came off... I just pushed the camera back together and it snapped in place (kind off, still see inside), put back the shutter button (without the spring that came off which I lost), scotch taped the memory card door, and the camera seemed to work fine. Actually we finished the vacation taking pictures with it for a few more days. No quality difference noticed between the picture from before the accident and after.
Now I am back, unfortunately it would be too expensive to fix it, so I guess will buy another ELPH, perhaps 3-4M pixels and if it will be anything like this one, I am sure I will not regret it.
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Summary: never failed me
Review: I have been using this camere for almost 3 years. I am glad I have chosen this one.
Image quality is excellent if you are going to store images in your computer or print 4x6's. I even printed 5x8s with no image degragation.
We put this one on heavy test. It fell on fresh snow and covered with snow till I pick it up but do damage occured. It also fell on a rocky pavement from at least a 3 feets. Nothing happened other than some scratches, thanks to metal casing.
I am looking forward to use this camera for years to come.
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Summary: Great Camera... Digital Elph's are great...
Review: No regrets. Great in every way. Sharp Pictures, fast, comfortable rechargeable battery system. Only advise: Get extra card. I am happy after having bought a 128 Kb. card. Very recommendable.
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