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PowerShot S2 IS is a more advanced model succeeding the PowerShot S1 IS with a high-powered lens and enhanced movie taking functions.This camera is equipped with an approximately 5.0 million...
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PowerShot S2 IS is a more advanced model succeeding the PowerShot S1 IS with a high-powered lens and enhanced movie taking functions.This camera is equipped with an approximately 5.0 million camera effective pixel 1/2.5-inch Charge Coupled Device (CCD). Also, with DIGIC II, higher resolution and high-speed processing were achieved and the startup time and response time were shortened. Less
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The PENTAX Optio S series is all grown up with 6.0 megapixels and a gorgeous chassis, but it never outgrew the mint tin. The new PENTAX Optio S6 slides right in. This latest tiny digital...
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The PENTAX Optio S series is all grown up with 6.0 megapixels and a gorgeous chassis, but it never outgrew the mint tin. The new PENTAX Optio S6 slides right in. This latest tiny digital features a generous 2.5 inch monitor, 6.0 megapixels, and a powerful 3X zoom sliding lens system. Slim is still in, and the Optio S6 offers the slimmest PENTAX digital body available. Expect substance and style to blend perfectly in the PENTAX Optio S6. Less
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| Key Features |
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Digital Zoom
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4x
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4x
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Camera Type
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Standard Point and Shoot
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Ultra-Compact
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Weight
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0.89 lb.
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0.22 lb.
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LCD Screen Size
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1.8 in.
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2.5 in.
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Resolution
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5.3 Megapixel
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6.4 Megapixel
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Optical Zoom
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12x
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3x
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Features
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Image Stabilization
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-
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| Image Quality |
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Camera Resolution
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5.3 Megapixel
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6.4 Megapixel
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Image Sensor Type
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CCD
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CCD
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Image Resolutions
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640 x 480
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2592 x 1944
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2048 x 1536
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1600 x 1200
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640 x 480
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2816 x 2112
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2560 x 1920
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2304 x 1728
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2048 x 1536
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1600 x 1200
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1024 x 768
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Video Resolutions
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320 x 240
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640 x 480 (VGA)
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320 x 240
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640 x 480 (VGA)
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Video Format
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AVI
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Motion JPEG
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MPEG-4
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Max Movie Length
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Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
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Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
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Video Speed
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30 fps
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30 fps
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| Lens |
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Focus Type
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Autofocus
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Autofocus & Manual Focus
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Interchangeable Lens
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Not Interchangeable Lenses
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Not Interchangeable Lenses
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Optical Zoom
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12x
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3x
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Focal Length
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6 - 72 mm
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6.2 - 18.6 mm
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Macro Focus Range
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-
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5.9 - 19.68 in. (w)
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35mm Zoom Lens
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36 - 432 mm
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38 - 114 mm
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Focus Range
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15.72 in. to Infinity (w)
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| Exposure Control |
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Aperture Range
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-
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f2.7/f5.2 (w/t)
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Shutter Speed
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15 - 1/3200 sec
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4 - 1/2000 sec
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Frames Per Second
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1.5 Frames
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White Balance
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Auto
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Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
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Cloudy (Preset)
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Fluorescent (Preset)
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Tungsten (Preset)
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Flash (Preset)
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Auto
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Manual
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Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
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Fluorescent (Preset)
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Tungsten (Preset)
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Shade (Preset)
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Flash Functions
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Flash Off
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Auto Flash
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Fill-in Flash
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Red-eye Reduction Flash
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Flash Off
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Auto Flash
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Fill-in Flash
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Red-eye Reduction Flash
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Flash Type
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Built-In
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Built-In
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ISO Speeds
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Auto
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50
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100
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200
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400
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Auto
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100
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200
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400
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80
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File Size (High Res.)
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2.5 MB (51 images on 128MB card)
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2.42 MB (53 images on 128MB card)
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Compression Type
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JPEG
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JPEG
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Memory Type
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SD Card
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Built-in
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SD Card
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File Size (Low Res.)
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0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
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0.13 MB (about 985 images on 128MB card)
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Compression Modes
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Fine
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SuperFine
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Normal
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Fine
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SuperFine
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Normal
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Built-in Memory Size
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23 MB
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| Included Features |
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Self Timer
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2 Sec.
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10 Sec.
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2 Sec.
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10 Sec.
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Tripod Mount
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With Tripod Mount
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Built-in Microphone
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With Built-in Microphone
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| Viewfinder / Display |
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LCD Protected Position
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With LCD Protected Position
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Without LCD Protected Position
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Viewfinder
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Optical
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Without Viewfinder
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LCD Screen Resolution
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115,000 pixels
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232,000 pixels
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| Interfaces |
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Video Interface
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Video Out
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Video Out
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Interface Type
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USB 2.0
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USB
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| Power Supply |
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Battery Type
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4 x AA Batteries
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Proprietary Lithium
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Battery Life
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130 Images
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130 Images
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| System Requirements |
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Operating System
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Apple Mac OS X
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Microsoft Windows 2000
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Microsoft Windows 98SE
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Microsoft Windows ME
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Microsoft Windows XP
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Apple Mac OS 9
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Apple Mac OS X
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Microsoft Windows 2000
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Microsoft Windows 98
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Microsoft Windows 98SE
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Microsoft Windows ME
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Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
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Microsoft Windows XP Professional
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| Dimensions |
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Weight
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0.89 lb.
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0.22 lb.
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Depth
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2.97 in.
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0.7 in.
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Height
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3.07 in.
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2.1 in.
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Width
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4.45 in.
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3.4 in.
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| Miscellaneous |
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UPC
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013803051629
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027075114180
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Product ID
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24530880
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27359064
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Included Accessories
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4 x AA Batteries
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16 MB Memory Card
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Software
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USB Cable
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Video Cable
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Lithium Battery
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Battery Charger
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Strap
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Release Date
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22 April, 2005
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October, 2005
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Family Line
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Canon PowerShot
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Pentax Optio
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MPN
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s2is
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CNETOPTIOS6
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| Consumer Reviews |
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Canon PowerShot S2 IS Digital Camera
$699.99
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Pentax Optio S6 Digital Camera
$314.99
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Product Review Summary
81% recommend this product
Pros
- Excellent Picture Quality (4)
- Long Battery Life (3)
- Easy to Use (2)
- Great Design (2)
- Good in Low Light (2)
- Stylish (2)
- Rich Features (2)
- Powerful Zoom (2)
- Faster Shutter (2)
- Nice Screen (1)
Cons
- Difficult to Use (3)
- Short Battery Life (3)
- Bad Picture Quality (2)
- Heavy (1)
- Weak Flash (1)
- Shutter Lag (1)
Good For
- Everyday Use (6)
- Outdoors (4)
- Action (2)
- Travel (2)
- Gifts (1)
- Home (1)
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Consumer Reviews
Pros
Excellent image quality, 12X USM zoom, Image Stabilization, Excellent video mode, full...
Cons
No RAW or TIFF mode, no hot shoe for external flash units
Recommended it?
Yes
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 best in class movie mode, its compact SLR like...
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Pros
Good build quality, picture quality, fast silent zooming, fast operation, 12x zoom,...
Cons
High price, no TIFF, filter adaptor sold separately, AA batteries, flimsy lens cap
Recommended it?
Yes
After getting my Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5, I started having doubts if maybe Canon PowerShot S2 IS was the way to go. The only way to find out was to buy the Canon S2 IS and compare it with my Panasonic FZ5. So I purchased the Canon S2 IS and after using and comparing the two, I chose to keep the...
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Product Review Summary
75% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
Light, sturdy, feature packed, small, price, ease of use.
Cons
AF feature can use some speeding up.
Recommended it?
Yes
Pentax makes pretty decent products. This camera is no exception. It has a very small footprint/frame and is quite slim. The LCD screen in the back is quite large for a unit like this and is appreciated tremendously. Oh, and on sunny days, it still works and doesn't wash out like other units.
...
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Pros
On camera editing, size, and value
Cons
Lag time, lithium ion battery
Recommended it?
No
The camera is compact and very well designed. It is about the size of a deck of cards. It is 6.3 mega-pixel which is more than enough for everyday point and shoot. The LCD screen is 2.5 inches. Uses SD memory card.
The camera is equipped with many modes in which to take photos such as...
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