The Canon PowerShot S3 IS has been reviewed at dpreview. The Canon PowerShot S3 IS is a 6 megapixel ultra zoom camera, equipped with a 12x optical zoom lens and optical image stabilization. With a range of exposure modes, such as Auto mode, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, and a range of Scene modes, both inexperienced photographers as well as photographers demaning more creative control will be able to use the Canon S3.

Here are some of the review results:
“Comparisons with it predecessor aside, the S3 IS Image quality is very good - certainly on a par with most of its competitors […].
But ultimately, like the models that came before it, the appeal of the S3 IS goes beyond simple pixel-peeping; it has a class-leading feature set, a very reliable image stabilization system (the benefits of which cannot be overstated) and superb handling. It’s well-priced, incredibly versatile and - above all - highly enjoyable to use. Despite the long lens and speedy operation it’s not the ideal ’sports’ camera (the focus at the long end of the zoom isn’t fast enough and does hunt a little), but for sheer shooting pleasure and versatility the PowerShot S3 IS still takes some beating.”

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