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Canon Powershot S30

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Brand Canon 2004
Model S30
Released Year 2004
Type DSLR Cameras
Series Powershot
Color Silver
Optical Zoom 3x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Canon Powershot S30 is a compact digital camera released in 2004 featuring a 4-megapixel CCD sensor. It supports RAW image format providing advanced post-processing flexibility. The camera includes a 3x optical zoom lens with an equivalent focal length of approximately 36-108mm. It offers a variety of manual controls including shutter speed and aperture adjustments, making it appealing to photography enthusiasts. The S30 features a 1.8-inch TFT LCD screen for image review and menu navigation. Its design combines compactness with ergonomic handling, catering to both casual and serious photographers.

Specifications

MPN
  • PC1018
  • 7299A001
  • 7299A001AA
Digital Zoom
  • 4x
  • 3.2x
Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Color Silver
Battery Type
  • Lithium-Ion, NiMH, Lithium
  • Lithium-Ion
Connectivity USB
Features
  • Built-in Speaker, Built-in Flash, DPOF Support, Audio Recording, Image Stabilization, Date/Time Stamp, Auto Focus, Auto Power Save, AE/FE Lock
  • Built-in Speaker
  • USB
  • Not Interchangeable Lenses
  • Audio Recording
  • Date/Time Stamp
  • With Tripod Mount
  • AE/FE Lock
  • Digital Noise Reduction
  • DPOF Support
  • Auto Power Save
  • Rgb Primary Color Filter
Screen Size
  • 1.8 in
  • 1.8in
Series Canon PowerShot
Maximum Resolution
  • 3.2 MP
  • 3.2MP
Model
  • Canon PowerShot S30
  • S30
Optical Zoom 3x
Item Weight
  • No
  • 9.2 Oz.
Sensor Type CCD
Resolution 4 Megapixels
Lens 3x Optical Zoom (36-108mm equivalent)
Image Formats RAW, JPEG
Display 1.8-inch TFT LCD
ISO Range 50–400
Battery 2 x AA batteries
Storage Media CompactFlash Type I
Depth 1.7in
Width 4.4in
Height 2.3in
Screen Details LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-1.8"-Color
Exposure Compensation ±2 Ev Range, in 1/3 Ev Steps
Tripod Mountable Yes
Light Sensitivity Iso 800, Iso 400, Iso 200, Iso 100, Iso 50
Shooting Modes Frame Movie Mode
Macro Focus Range 10-80cm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 35-105mm
Special Effects Neutral, Black & White, Saturation, Sepia, Vivid Audio
Camera Flash Features Flash OFF!, Flash +/- Compensation, Red-Eye Reduction Flash, Auto Flash
White Balance Auto, Tungsten (Preset), Flash (Preset), Cloudy (Preset), Fluorescent (Preset), Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
Focus Adjustment Autofocus & Fixed Focus & Manual, Manual, Automatic
Expansion Slot 1X CompactFlash Card-Type I/II
Operating System Supported Apple Mac OS 9, Apple Mac OS 8
MAX Shutter SPEED 1/1500 Sec
Sensor Size 1/1.8in
Display Size 1.8in
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Still Image Format Raw Image, Raw, JPEG
Microphone Operation Mode mono
Display Rotation Built-In
Digital Video Format Avi
Light Sensitivity MAX 800
Type Point & Shoot
Microphone Technology Electret Condenser
Optical Viewfinder Type Real-Image Zoom
Floppy Drive Storage None
Display Type LCD
Sensor Resolution 3.2MP
Exposure Metering Evaluative, SPOT Af Area, SPOT, Center-Weighted
Min Shutter SPEED 15 Sec
MAX Video Resolution 320x240
Additional Features Built-In Speaker, Ae/Fe Lock, Not Interchangeable Lenses, USB, Date/Time Stamp, Audio Recording, With Tripod Mount, Digital Noise Reduction, Dpof Support, Auto Power Save, Rgb Primary Color Filter
Flash Type Built-In Flash
Min Operating Temperature 0°C
Effective Flash Range 0.35m-4.8m
Continuous Shooting SPEED 3fps
Viewfinder-Field Coverage 82%
Exterior Color Silver
Microphone Type Microphone-Built-In-Electret Condenser-mono
MAX Operating Temperature 40°C
Connector Types 1X Composite Video/Audio Output, 1X USB
Shooting Programs Portrait Mode, Landscape, Aperture-Priority, Stitch Assist, Sports Mode, Shutter-Priority, Night Mode, Slow Shutter
Flash Modes Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Auto Mode, OFF! Mode
Red-Eye Reduction Yes
Camera Type Point & Shoot
Auto Focus Type Active, TTL Contrast Detection
Viewfinder Type Optical, Optical (Through-The-Lens)
Supported Flash Memory CompactFlash Card Type I, CompactFlash II, CompactFlash I

Key Advantages

The Powershot S30 offers excellent image quality with its 4MP sensor and RAW shooting capability. Manual exposure controls allow creative flexibility not common in compact cameras of its time. The 3x optical zoom provides versatile framing options. Its compact size ensures portability without sacrificing ergonomic comfort. The inclusion of multiple shooting modes caters to users of varying skill levels. Overall, it balances technical features and ease of use effectively.

Limitations

The Powershot S30 has limited resolution by modern standards, which may not suffice for large prints. Its low-light performance is restricted due to the sensor size and lens aperture range. The camera's video capabilities are minimal, lacking advanced recording features. The LCD screen resolution is relatively low, limiting image preview clarity. Battery life may be short compared to current models, requiring frequent replacements. Additionally, autofocus can be slower in low contrast situations.

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