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Canon PowerShot SD30

Reviewed October 2005

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 5 megapixel
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 8 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 8
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 8 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 7
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 8 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 9 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.		 9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption
 9 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
 9
Total: 8.4 Total: 8.4

Positives

Negatives
  • Good image quality.
  • Very compact and elegant.
  • Solid construction.
  • Vertical shutter release function.
  • Camera Station included.
  • Long exposure mode.
  • Compression sometimes a bit too strong at the highest image quality.
  • Flash a bit weak.
  • Short zoom.

Approximate Retail Price: (November 2005)
Canada $ 500
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Ergonomics
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Interface & Software
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Test Photos
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