Canon PowerShot SX40 HS - beyond that there are only stars
Canon SX40HS
Yarchik, I read that hares appear more strongly if you wear a protective filter. Then the bright points on the sides of the frame are called in the gap between the front lens and the filter. This needs to be taken into account.
The surest way to make money from photography is to sell your camera.
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everything that is drawn is included. It screws onto the top thread, but it’s a bit heavy. Of the entire kit, I only needed a protective lens, and there are a bunch of them. what should I do with them now?
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Hello. I have a Canon PowerShot SX40 HS (recently purchased).
How to navigate the vertical metering scale correctly to set the exposure correctly? I don’t know, but purely intuitively I try to keep the exposure metering slider in the middle of the scale when setting the exposure. But sometimes under the exposure metering scale the square with the inscription ISO and the number under it are not illuminated with white light, and sometimes they are. I didn’t pay attention to this before, but now I’m thinking, I probably need to take this into account, but how to take it into account? And what does this mean anyway?
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Purely intuitively, I try to ensure that the exposure metering slider when adjusting the exposure is in the middle of the scale
But sometimes under the exposure metering scale the square with the inscription ISO and the number under it are not illuminated with white light, and sometimes there are
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everything that is drawn is included. It screws onto the top thread, but it’s a bit heavy. Of the entire kit, I only needed a protective lens, and there are a bunch of them. what should I do with them now?
The set is good, but not for this camera.
52mm filters screw on tightly because there are no threads on the lens.
What is there is not a thread, but ring notches with a diameter of about 52 mm.
Before ordering this set, I should have read the instructions for the camera.
It clearly states that the filters and hood must be installed through a 67 mm adapter.
This is especially true for the wide-angle nozzle 0.43 X. A good thing, only if it is also 52 mm - you can put it all on a shelf and admire it from afar. Or offer it to someone on a video camera. If it fits, of course.
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Next I’m mastering “night” photography.
I used CHDK.
Shutter speed 80 seconds, shooting from a tripod, ISO 100, a little zoom, aperture 4.5, manual focus at infinity. But the shutter speed not specified by the manufacturer produced bright dots that, in principle, could pass for stars.
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How to navigate the vertical metering scale correctly to set the exposure correctly?
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Reply to KP user.
I shot in fully manual “M” mode. I re-shot old negatives that I had left over from the days of my old passion for photography.
As a backlight I used a mobile phone turned on to a “white screen”, frosted glass on top of the mobile, the negative itself on top of the glass, and then a clamping frame for the negative.
Unchangeable conditions for shooting - ISO: 100, minimum aperture, electronic stabilizer turned off, timer on, always shot without the zoom extended (I don’t use it at all for this).
The only parameters that were changed were manual focusing and shutter speed.
The camera itself (Canon PowerShot SX40 HS) is mounted on a “clamp” type tripod.
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Ceetup, the idea is generally clear. But to implement it, it is better, in my opinion, to use a scanner rather than a camera, primarily due to quite strong distortions, noise, etc., etc.
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Thanks for the advice. Trying is not torture. I think I should contact some service where photographic films are converted to digital.
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My wife and I bought a 40 yesterday, haven’t used it yet, but I’ve read a lot about it, congratulations)))
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leto, congratulations! If you have any questions, write.
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Congratulations! I ordered from Ebay, it took 80 days for the package to arrive from America, I had already lost all hope. and still came, great camera
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There are scanners that scan film and convert it into digital format! My uncle has one, I borrowed this scanner from him and digitized all of my approximately 1000 frames on a computer. The scanner is ordinary, it just has a module for scanning developed film
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I agree 100%, with this camera (SX 40, before that there was an SX 30, I sold it and ordered an SX 40 from Ebay from America) you start to think about shutter speeds, ISO apertures, etc., etc., then it’s easier to figure it out with a DSLR. While I was waiting for my camera from Ebay, I bought myself a Nikon d5100 in the city, of course it has excellent photos (1.5 crop matrix from ff), but I didn’t have enough zoom and then luck came, after all, my SX URAAAAAA.
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I have a technical question.
In the camera settings, I see only two automatic exposure modes (Point AE): “AF Point” and “Center”.
On the Canon website, the technical specifications list the following modes: 1. Evaluative metering (based on the autofocus frame of the face detection function).
2. Center-weighted integral metering
3. Spot metering (center point or Face Detection AF frame or FlexiZone AF frame).
As I understand, when setting the “AF Point”, exposure is set to the object on which the camera is focused (points 1 and 3), and when setting “Center”, exposure is set to objects that are in the center of the frame, regardless of whether they are whether focusing was done or not (point 2).
I'm interested in the mode in which the average exposure is set over the entire area of the frame for all objects in the frame. Perhaps this is what KP says in one of his articles: “For night shots (for example, a city), it is better to use matrix metering (there are many light sources in the frame).”
Is there such a mode in our camera? I most often shoot with the AE point mode - “Center”, and very often on a sunny day, objects that are in the shadows and not in the center of the frame turn out to be very dark, or, on the contrary, an overexposed white sky without clouds.
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS - beyond that there are only stars
- 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with 12.1 megapixel resolution
- HS system (12.1 MP) with DIGIC 5 processor
- Full HD, HDMI connector
- Smart Auto mode, multi-area white balance correction
- High-speed shooting in a series with a high resolution of 10.3 frames/sec.
- Manual shooting modes
- Zoom Framing Assist
- A range of additional accessories
- optical image stabilization with new Intelligent IS technology;
- lens with a focal length range of 24 – 840 mm and f/2.7 – f 5.8, with 35x zoom and ultrasonic motor (USM);
- ability to record video with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels at a speed of 24 frames/sec. and stereo sound (slow motion is available in the settings);
- 2.7-inch vari-angle LSD screen with 230,000 dots resolution, electronic viewfinder;
- a large number of special effects;
- 32 scene presets;
- slot for SD / SDHC / SDXC memory cards;
- Lithium-ion battery (up to 380 shots when fully charged).
Super power and ultrasonic
The PowerShot SX40 HS is incredibly versatile: with one of the most powerful zooms in the segment, built on Canon's decades of experience in creating professional lenses, the camera captures both near and distant subjects with amazing precision. Thanks to the ultrasonic motor, zooming and focusing of the lens are ensured quickly and silently. When used with the camera's versatile 35x zoom, the lens offers a range of focal lengths from ultra-wide-angle (24mm) to telephoto (840mm), allowing the photographer to capture wide-angle landscapes, portraits, and distant action scenes.
The 4.5-stop optical image stabilization has been enhanced with Intelligent IS technology, which detects the type of scene and automatically applies one of seven image stabilization modes. For example, Panning mode only corrects camera shake along an axis perpendicular to the direction of motion, making it ideal for racing on the racetrack, while Macro IS and Hybrid IS are ideal for close-up shots. Powered IS mode uses Canon video technology to zoom in on distant subjects, while stabilization is disabled when the camera is placed on a stable surface or tripod using Tripod mode.
Raising image quality standards
The PowerShot SX40 HS is Canon's latest model to be produced using the HS system. The combination of this technology with a highly sensitive 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor and Canon's powerful next-generation processor ensures beautiful, low-noise images in any environment. The new DIGIC 5 processor further reduces grain levels by up to 75% at all ISO settings, delivering more natural, clear images without the need for a tripod or flash. The new Multi-Area White Balance feature detects the presence of two different light sources and achieves the correct white balance for each part of the frame, giving your photo a more natural look. So, if you take a portrait with flash in a room lit by incandescent lamps, the camera will apply incandescent white balance to the room and apply flash white balance to the subject.
High speed, high expressiveness
The new DIGIC 5 processor takes the high-speed shooting capabilities of the 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor to the next level, allowing photographers to instantly and perfectly capture the smallest details. When shooting fast-moving scenes, you can choose between high-quality individual photos at 2.4 frames per second (photos saved to the memory card) and a new high-speed shooting mode for up to eight high-resolution shots at 10.3 frames per second.
Alternatively, the Super Slow Motion movie mode, which records video at 240fps (QVGA) or 120fps (VGA), allows you to view your footage at a slower production speed, for example for added emphasis or for careful analysis of the details of a beautiful goal or shot. And the unique Tripod-Free Night Scene mode lets you take a high-speed burst of photos, then compares and overlays the data to create one clear photo with just the right exposure.
Full HD video – easy to shoot, enjoyable to watch
A dedicated movie button instantly switches the camera from photo mode to Full HD (1080p) video mode at 24fps and stereo sound for fantastic video. The USM and VCM motors located on the telephoto lens enable fast, quiet zooming and focusing of the PowerShot SX40 HS lens, allowing the photographer to use the entire focal length range when shooting.
You can frame and view your footage on the PureColor II VA 6.8cm vari-angle LCD display – or use HDMI to display it instantly on your TV. HDMI-CEC makes sharing videos easy so you can watch them on compatible HDTVs and control playback with your TV remote so you can enjoy beautiful photos and videos with friends and family.
Management and creativity
For more experienced users, the PowerShot SX40 HS offers extensive manual adjustment options. Beginners will be able to display hints and tips about the camera's various capabilities, which will help them improve their skills with each new shot. Smart Auto mode can now recognize up to 32 different scene types[4] and automatically adjust camera settings for the best possible images. Tracking AF allows the photographer to select a subject and follow its movement anywhere in the frame, ensuring distant subjects are in optimal focus every time.
Photographers who are constantly expanding their creative horizons will appreciate a wide selection of artistic filters, including fisheye, super saturation mode, poster effects and miniatures. These effects are also applicable when shooting video. The toy camera effect simulates shooting with a pinhole camera, and the monochrome effect allows you to take photographs in black and white, as well as photographs in blue or sepia tones.
For even more creative results, the PowerShot SX40 HS can be used with Canon Speedlite EX flashes, a filter and other accessories. These accessories allow Canon compact camera owners to enjoy the benefits of the EOS DSLR camera system combined with the unrivaled versatility of the PowerShot SX40 HS zoom range.
Comparison of Canon SX50 HS, SX40 HS and Nikon P510
Reading the specifications of the Canon SX50 HS , you simply can’t believe your eyes: a lens with a focal length of 24 - 1200 mm (35 mm equivalent) 50x zoom, has Canon really done this? When Nikon released its P510, everyone thought that the impossible had happened, but then Canon comes along and dares to challenge Nikon, promising its fans an amazing focal length corresponding to 1200mm. It is difficult to imagine what heights today's technologies can reach in the world of photographic equipment. The Canon PowerShot SX50 HS replaces the best superzoom camera of 2011-2012, namely the Canon SX40 HS. The SX40 HS was announced a year ago on September 15, 2011, and a year after that Canon released its improved replacement, the SX50 HS.
I know that many of you are excited about this new camera and for many it was the most anticipated new product announced at Photokina 2012. Now everyone is waiting for the Canon SX50 HS to become the main hit of 2012-2013. Canon has already released two affordable superzooms, the Canon SX500 IS and SX160 IS, now it's time for an update to its flagship superzoom. In this article we will compare the Canon SX50 HS and Nikon P510, and also compare these models with the SX40 HS. Most likely, many of you have already thought about buying this camera, mainly because of its amazing 50x optical zoom. This article will help you find out as much information as possible about the SX50 HS, so let's get started!
Canon PowerShot SX50HS
Yes, after all, Canon did it - this is the new SX50 superzoom. According to many users, the SX40 HS was the best superzoom of 2012. In addition, there was also a Panasonic FZ150 (24x zoom / 25-600mm), which also pleased with its image quality. Canon, having studied the market and found out what consumers want, came to the right conclusion - people really want superzoom cameras. The SX40 HS had and still has competitors such as the Nikon P510, Sony HX200V and Fujifilm X-S1.
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS has a 50x superzoom
The most important feature of the camera is the incredible 50x optical zoom, corresponding to a value of 24-1200mm f/3.4-6.5.
The lens has a smaller aperture (f/3.4-6.5 vs. f/2.7-5.8) than the SX40, but Canon had to do this to make the camera more accessible and lower in price. Canon has retained the matrix with a resolution of 12.1 megapixels. and it turned out to be an excellent choice when it came to low-light image quality. This formula worked well in the previous camera, so why change anything? Nikon has equipped its superzoom with a 16.0 MP sensor, although the SX40 HS, SX50 HS, and P510 all have the same type of sensor, namely 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensors, they have different resolutions. And as practice has shown, a smaller number of pixels is a more competent solution, since the pictures are of higher quality, even if the shooting took place in poor lighting conditions. The Canon PowerShot SX50 HS offers Canon's latest image processor, Digic 5, which allows the SX50 HS to shoot at ISOs as high as 6400 in auto mode.
In addition, sensitivity can be expanded to ISO12800 and this is a truly amazing achievement. On the back of the camera you'll find a 2.8-inch tilting LCD display with a resolution of 461,000 dots, twice the resolution of the previous model. The Canon SX50 HS has improved focusing speed.
Autofocus speed has been improved by 2 times (0.38 sec instead of 0.19 sec) compared to the SX40. The SX50 HS can shoot at 2.2 fps in P mode and up to 13 fps in HQ high-speed burst shooting. Canon has also improved the Dynamic IS feature for video shooting.
This feature helps reduce the negative effects of camera shake that typically occurs when moving during video recording. Intelligent IS has multiple modes including Normal, Pan, Hybrid, Dynamic and Tripod - each perfectly suited to different shooting situations, and with optical image stabilization, you can shoot up close without losing quality. As a result, you get sharp, high-quality images every time you shoot. Canon has also redesigned the camera and in my opinion the camera now looks much better than the SX40 HS.
The design of the SX40 was not to the taste of many connoisseurs of photographic equipment, while the appearance of the new SX50 HS will please even the most strict judges. In addition, the camera is even smaller in size than the SX40 HS. Overall, the SX50 HS will go on sale in 2012-2013. And of course, this is the most anticipated superzoom camera of the coming year. The SX50 HS can also shoot Full HD video in superb quality. We've already seen how good the SX40 HS is at shooting video, and it's safe to say that the SX50 HS will produce video quality as good as the SX40 HS, if not better.
Optical zoom and image quality
We all know that the focal length of a lens affects the quality of the photos we get with it.
Therefore, almost every photographer will buy a lens with a smaller zoom, but which takes bright, clear and beautiful pictures. The SX50 HS and Nikon P510 have a very large optical zoom. This means that the image quality will not be the same as cameras that have a much smaller focal range. Of course, this shouldn't bother you at all. You want to buy a camera with which you can take beautiful photos, even at maximum zoom, without worrying about their brightness, color rendition and clarity. I know many photography enthusiasts who would love to have a camera with a lens that has a 1200m telescopic lens.
Even if some of them can afford to buy a very expensive lens with a focal length greater than 1000mm lens, such optics are very heavy and bulky, while the SX50 HS is portable and compact. By photographing with a 24-1200mm lens, you can bring even the most distant object closer without physically getting close to it.
When you hold a superzoom camera like the SX50 in your hands, you realize that there is nothing in your field of view that isn't captured by your camera. Comparing the predecessor Canon SX50 HS with other superzoom cameras, it became obvious that this camera is better than its competitors in terms of image quality and performance.
It took pictures at high ISOs better than any other camera we reviewed. The only camera that was able to compete with the SX40 HS was the Fujifilm X-S1 (24-624mm/26x zoom), but the X-S1 has a much larger sensor (2/3" vs. 1/2.3"/8.8 × 6.6 mm versus 6.17 × 4.55mm). Overall, the Canon SX40 and SX50 HS are some of the best image quality superzoom cameras on the market today. Both the videos and photos taken with the SX40 HS were absolutely stunning. Thus, you can be sure that you will not have problems with image quality.
50x zoom
50x zoom is the largest zoom available today. The question may arise - “How possible is this, and what can I bring closer with its help?” Especially for those who are tormented by such questions, we found a video demonstrating the full performance of a 50x zoom.
Can you share the secrets of shooting with the Canon powershot sx40 hs?
In particular, shooting people. How to take high-quality photos of people close to professional ones with a Canon powershot sx40 hs camera?
How to set up Canon sx40 hs for people photography?
In order for the pictures to be close to professional, you need to read a lot of literature or complete courses. I was given an EOS 500 D a couple of years ago, and my first pictures were taken at phone level. At first I thought that something was wrong with the camera. Then I went online, found a bunch of forums, started looking on mail.ru for photos taken with the same camera, looked at the information about the photos I liked, it said there how and what to display. Then many guests come to us with good cameras, I asked them to explain, in simple words, how best to take pictures. Now I already take normal photos, but they are of course far from ideal and professional.
Your camera is very similar in function to mine, my friend has one, I looked at it, the only difference is the lens. First you need to study all the buttons and where, what is rearranged, in order to do it very quickly. As they explained to me, why photos taken with an automatic machine are not of the best quality, because it focuses on the first point that comes along and everything that follows will not be clear. Therefore, you need to learn to take photographs in M. (manual).
I won’t call it in abstruse terms, I’ll explain it in simple terms. When you turn on the camera, the first value is speed. written as a fraction, such as 1/100 or 1/40. So, if the object is in motion, and you want it to be clear, then the numbers should be above 1/100, if it moves very quickly, then 1/300. If it's a building or nature, then maybe 1/40 or someone standing. The second value affects the light of the photograph, denoted F, the lower it is, the less illumination. For example, in the evening, F 4, and on a sunny day F13 and above. There are also ISOs from 100 and higher. The smaller it is, the clearer the photo, but sometimes, for example in the evening or indoors, you have to enlarge it in order for at least something to be visible. We increase it last. There is also a scale at the very bottom of the screen, so it should always be on O. When you have set all the parameters, then press start not all the way and it will be visible, if it goes into minus, it means the photo is too dark, in this case you need to remove speed, reduce F if increasing ISO does not help. If the mark on the scale has moved to the right, then you need to increase the speed, increase F, ISO-100. If you don’t have time to exhibit everything, then at least put it on a portrait when photographing people, on mountains when photographing a landscape.
The automatic camera produces good photographs taken on a sunny day of objects that do not move.
Another very important point, on the memory card the speed is indicated in a circle, mine is 10, it should be at least 6, otherwise the photos may turn out blurry.
You need to try a lot and then it will work out better and better.
Night Climbs: Capturing mountain landscapes on night hikes in the Munro Mountains
When Alan Rowan finished work on a journalistic project for one of Scotland's national newspapers at midnight, he was too awake to sleep. Being an avid climber, he began to travel from the office directly to the mountains. He rose under the cover of darkness, met the dawn alone, and descended when the world around him was just waking up.
“Walking at this time of night is wonderful because you are witnessing the beginning of a new day,” he says.
Alan has maintained his unique routine for 20 years, combining work and his passion for mountain hiking. During all these nights he managed to conquer about 300 peaks.
Since becoming a freelance journalist, Alan has already written two books about his nocturnal adventures and is now working on a third, dedicated to trekking to different peaks every full moon this year.
His gear is always packed and he's ready to set off on a night climb to one of Scotland's peaks - an adventure he chronicles on social media and on his blog under the name Munro Moonwalker.
A compact Canon camera that fits easily in his jacket pocket always accompanies him on these hikes to capture mountain views. “Lightweight is a big advantage when hiking, so I like to use a compact camera,” says Alan. “I climb mountains and take photographs, but I don’t climb mountains to take photographs—there is a difference between the two.” I don't want to bother with changing lenses or anything else. That’s why compact cameras are perfect for me.”
“Every image is a story. It’s like a diary - where you’ve been and who you are.”
Alan uses the PowerShot SX740 HS to capture his mountain hiking memories. Not only is this camera portable and easy to use, but it also offers a number of impressive features - from 4K video to 40x optical zoom - allowing you to not only take close-up photos, but also capture photos of animals and other objects from afar.
“Photography is very important to me,” he says. — Every image is a story. It's like a diary - where you have been and who you are. It's also a way to show other people what they're missing. So many times I've climbed to the top of a mountain and thought, “If only someone or another could see this.” This is a good legacy - the photos will be passed on and hopefully my grandchildren will enjoy what I did.”
Alan's tips for nature photography
1. Bring a camera with a good zoom
While hiking, Alan finds himself at dizzying heights where he must stick to the beaten path to stay safe. “A good zoom allows you to capture wildlife like deer or birds from a great distance,” he says.
“If something is a kilometer away from you, you can’t just go there to take a photo, because the animal won’t stand and wait for you. You need to be able to take a photo from where you are.”
Honest review of Canon PowerShot SX720 HS: the dark and light sides of a travel camera with 40x zoom
The PowerShot SX720 HS is a super-zoom digital camera released by Canon in March 2016. The model belongs to the line of travel cameras, as evidenced by its compactness and low weight.
This camera has become the thinnest and lightest among the company's other devices - in dimensions it does not exceed a deck of cards, and weighs less than a medium-sized apple. This device would be an excellent gift for amateur photographers or active travelers who want to preserve the most interesting moments of their lives.
General information about Canon PowerShot SX720 HS
A magnifying glass that magnifies objects 40 times is suitable even for professional jewelers. A 300-gram camera that zooms 40 times surprises even spies.
Standard equipment includes the following items:
- Camera.
- USB charging cable.
- Charger.
- 1250 mAh battery.
- Wrist strap.
- Instructions for the camera in different languages.
Advice : before using the device, read the instructions, or better yet, take it with you. This isn't just a guide to tell you what the device is made of - it's a guide to the world of photography that will explain how to properly set up your camera to get fantastic images in different conditions.
Main settings
The Canon PowerShot SX720 HS camera has some of the best characteristics among several lines of digital cameras. It is capable of providing high-quality photo and video shooting in low-light conditions or constant movement, and, in addition, provides the ability to manually adjust.
Matrix
- The number of pixels is 20.3 million. The camera takes pictures with a resolution of 1,920×1,080 to 5,184×3,888 pixels, which allows you to enlarge photos with minimal distortion and print pictures on large-sized canvases.
- Type – BSI CMOS. This matrix is characterized by low power consumption and increased photo latitude.
- Size – 1/2.3″. Photos taken in low-light conditions may exhibit noise.
- Sensitivity – adjusted automatically depending on the mode or manually, range – 80-3200 ISO. Allows you to take photos in different conditions, but to avoid noise, it is recommended to shoot at ISO 800+ only in poor lighting or in cloudy weather.
Lens
This model has the most powerful lens among digital cameras, capable of magnifying the image 40 times (in 11 seconds it goes from the smallest position to the largest). Among its other advantages, it is worth noting the presence of an optical image stabilization system and the ability to double the range of focal lengths using the ZoomPlus software function.
Unfortunately , the manufacturer has not yet been able to strengthen the stabilization system so that photos taken at maximum zoom are less blurry, so you should only shoot with a 30+ zoom using a tripod.
It is also important to note that while shooting video, you can hear the sound of the lens moving in the background as you increase/decrease the focal length. But there is also an advantage - the stabilization system is able to overpower the zoom control, so the image zooms in and out smoothly, and not jerkily, as in previous models.
Taking photos
The camera was tested in all shooting modes, under different lighting, with maximum, medium and minimum zoom, handheld and using a tripod.
As you know, to get a successful photo, you need to choose the right shooting settings. In this model, Canon provides such an opportunity, because it allows you to adjust:
- flash;
- shooting mode;
- zoom, focus and backlight;
- frame format and size;
- white balance and color brightness;
- displaying a grid on the screen;
- using a timer;
- ISO setting and exposure;
- applying effects.
With the correct selection of the mode, high-quality photos are obtained. So, if you want to photograph a small object up close, you need to use the macro mode. It automatically turns the flash on or off, adjusts the aperture, reduces the shutter speed and allows you to focus close to the subject.
- In automatic shooting modes, good shots are obtained.
- The stabilization system prevents smearing.
- There is a function for recognizing faces, smiles, etc.
- Fast continuous shooting – 5.9 fps.
- The ability to completely customize the frame: from focus area to photo size.
Shooting video
The PowerShot SX720 HS allows you to shoot 29-minute videos at a maximum speed of 60 frames per second, with it you can record crisp Full HD or HD videos.
Thanks to Intelligent Dynamic Stabilization, you can shoot videos on the go, as it compensates for camera vibration on five axes and can guarantee smooth shooting handheld or in other awkward positions.
The video does not slow down and moves smoothly even while adjusting the focal length. The only big drawback is the microphone, which does not filter out outside sounds well, leaving wind noise and other interference in the background of your voice.
This model shoots video in MP4 format with a maximum resolution of 1920x1080 pixels.
Focusing
In single-frame or continuous shooting mode, automatic focus adjustment takes no more than 0.4 s. This figure drops significantly when working with maximum zoom and slows down focus adjustment by almost 10 times.
Note : As with other cameras, including SLRs, the user may have problems with automatic selection of the adjustment zone when the focus selects the wrong object, which is the main one in the picture. You can solve the problem if you frame the frame correctly and select the parameters - for example, put the object in the center of the photo and select central focus in the settings.
Display
Another advantage of the camera is a three-inch display with a resolution of 922,000 pixels. It is also worth noting that the shooting process is displayed directly on the screen, which is very important for novice photographers. When selecting effects or adjusting certain parameters, the selected changes are displayed on the display, allowing you to see how the frame will change.
In direct sunlight, 85% of the information is displayed on the screen.
Memory
The Canon PowerShot SX720 HS does not have built-in memory. The solution to this problem will be SDHC*1*2 or SDXC*1*2 memory cards.
Tip : to choose the right size of a memory card, keep in mind that one photo with maximum resolution takes about 6-7 MB, that is, approximately 143 pictures for every free gigabyte.
Nutrition
This is one of the few digital cameras that runs on a battery rather than batteries. With one charge, you can take about 250 photos (about 230 with flash) or shoot a 92-minute video. This is a fairly low figure, especially for a travel camera, so it’s worth buying a spare battery.
Comparison with previous models in this line
Comparison with similar cameras from other manufacturers
We selected models from Nikon and Sony with the most similar parameters. Superzooms, compact travel cameras, which one will be better?
The Canon PowerShot SX720 HS camera is the most convenient and functional among similar models from other companies. Perhaps that is why its price is about 20% higher than its competitors.
Conclusion
The Canon PowerShot SX720 HS is a good option for beginner photographers. The lack of ability to manually adjust some parameters is compensated by the large number of shooting modes. A strong zoom is useful for those who often visit beautiful places and want to see them in the smallest details.
Let your travels be more vivid and memorable with the Canon PowerShot SX720 HS, and if you have any questions, I will be happy to try to answer them.
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