The Powers hot SX150 IS has much in common features-wise with some far more expensive cameras in Canon current line up.
What it doesn't have is a back-illuminated charge coupled device (CCD) -- the digital camera's equivalent of film that converts light into electrical charges -- that increases the level of low light captured the high sensitivity features rolling out across the upper-end of the range.
Shooting stills
The Powers hot SX150 IS detail in demanding lighting conditions, as seen in this image, where detail has been retained in the background despite the frame being dominated by a bright chrome ball click image to enlarge.
detail brought this shot to life click image to enlarge.
The Powers hot SX150 IS demonstrated excellent color reproduction right across the visible spectrum. With white balance left the Powers hot SX150 IS rendered each with reproducing the colors accurately.
There are plenty of tones in this image handled well by the Powers hot SX150 IS (click image to enlarge.
The Powers hot SX150 IS retaining detail in this darker image despite the limited color palette (click image to enlarge.
This resulted in a noticeably grainier result when zoomed to 100 per cent. In the below image of Southward Cathedral, the sky exhibits considerable dappling where we would have expected to see a smooth, clean blue. The below image zoomed to 100 per cent shows some evidence of noise in the deep blue’s of the sky.
The Powers hot SX150 IS makes short work of finding the exact framing you're after with a 12x zoom (click image to enlarge.
The Powers hot SX150 IS has equivalent to 28-336mm on camera. Meanwhile, sensitivity runs on a scale of ISO 80 to ISO 1,600, with compensation of +/- 2 EV in 1/3 stop increments.
Shooting video
The results are impressive, with sharp images and vibrant colors, as we had come to expect from our experience of shooting stills with the Powers hot SX150 IS.
The Powers hot SX150 IS the most conventional camera we've tested in a long while.
Precision Canon Optics
12x Optical --- with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
The Powers hot SX150 IS features a powerful Genuine Canon 12x Zoom Lens that delivers outstanding optical performance and versatility.
Handheld shooting can often lead to camera shake, making photos and videos blurry.
Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor
Canon DIGIC Image Processors have set the standard – for functionality and performance since their groundbreaking introduction
Smart AUTO
The Powers hot SX150 IS features Smart AUTO – sophisticated Canon technology that makes getting that great shot as simple as pressing the shutter button. Detected scenes are analyzed using 32 predefined shooting situations. The camera then makes ensure the best possible image capture whether you’re shooting stills
canon HD Video Advantage
The Powers hot SX150 IS lets you record spectacularly detailed 720p HD video at frames per second with clear stereo sound.
Dedicated Movie Button, Wind Filter and Optical Zoom While Shooting
It’s never been easier to shoot videos with a Powers hot digital camera. The camera is always ready to shoot stills or video whenever you want.
Intelligent IS
The latest advance in Canon Optical Image technology Intelligent IS analyzes camera movement and applies the best shake correction method for the situation. When shooting video, the system automatically selects Powered Macro and Tripod IS modes Canon PowerShot SX150.
What it doesn't have is a back-illuminated charge coupled device (CCD) -- the digital camera's equivalent of film that converts light into electrical charges -- that increases the level of low light captured the high sensitivity features rolling out across the upper-end of the range.
Shooting stills
The Powers hot SX150 IS detail in demanding lighting conditions, as seen in this image, where detail has been retained in the background despite the frame being dominated by a bright chrome ball click image to enlarge.
detail brought this shot to life click image to enlarge.
The Powers hot SX150 IS demonstrated excellent color reproduction right across the visible spectrum. With white balance left the Powers hot SX150 IS rendered each with reproducing the colors accurately.
There are plenty of tones in this image handled well by the Powers hot SX150 IS (click image to enlarge.
The Powers hot SX150 IS retaining detail in this darker image despite the limited color palette (click image to enlarge.
This resulted in a noticeably grainier result when zoomed to 100 per cent. In the below image of Southward Cathedral, the sky exhibits considerable dappling where we would have expected to see a smooth, clean blue. The below image zoomed to 100 per cent shows some evidence of noise in the deep blue’s of the sky.
The Powers hot SX150 IS makes short work of finding the exact framing you're after with a 12x zoom (click image to enlarge.
The Powers hot SX150 IS has equivalent to 28-336mm on camera. Meanwhile, sensitivity runs on a scale of ISO 80 to ISO 1,600, with compensation of +/- 2 EV in 1/3 stop increments.
Shooting video
The results are impressive, with sharp images and vibrant colors, as we had come to expect from our experience of shooting stills with the Powers hot SX150 IS.
The Powers hot SX150 IS the most conventional camera we've tested in a long while.
Precision Canon Optics
12x Optical --- with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
The Powers hot SX150 IS features a powerful Genuine Canon 12x Zoom Lens that delivers outstanding optical performance and versatility.
Handheld shooting can often lead to camera shake, making photos and videos blurry.
Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor
Canon DIGIC Image Processors have set the standard – for functionality and performance since their groundbreaking introduction
Smart AUTO
The Powers hot SX150 IS features Smart AUTO – sophisticated Canon technology that makes getting that great shot as simple as pressing the shutter button. Detected scenes are analyzed using 32 predefined shooting situations. The camera then makes ensure the best possible image capture whether you’re shooting stills
canon HD Video Advantage
The Powers hot SX150 IS lets you record spectacularly detailed 720p HD video at frames per second with clear stereo sound.
Dedicated Movie Button, Wind Filter and Optical Zoom While Shooting
It’s never been easier to shoot videos with a Powers hot digital camera. The camera is always ready to shoot stills or video whenever you want.
Intelligent IS
The latest advance in Canon Optical Image technology Intelligent IS analyzes camera movement and applies the best shake correction method for the situation. When shooting video, the system automatically selects Powered Macro and Tripod IS modes Canon PowerShot SX150.
