Canon has introduced its new PowerShot S200 camera in India. The latest edition to the S-series inherits supreme power with slim pocket-sized camera body. The camera comes with controller wheel and control ring that suits people who want shoot not only with Auto, but also photos
to their own taste.
The PowerShot S200 looks slim and sturdy with its metallic body and has some high end features like Advanced Digic 5 imaging processor, Wi-Fi, Monochrome and Live view control.
Key Features:
· Advanced Digic 5 imaging processor
The Advanced Digic 5 imaging processor enhances the camera’s HS (High-Sensitivity) System by incorporating an advanced algorithm to deliver exceptional image quality. It allows possible high picture capture quality even with a compact point and shoot camera.
· Wi-Fi for easy sharing
Wi-Fi capabilities on PowerShot S200 allows for instant sharing and easy uploading. The Canon Image Gateway (CIG) allows for instant uploading from the cameras. Users with smartphones can also use the CameraWindow app (available in the Apple’s App store and Google Play store)
to perform the same function. It offers 10 GB storage space for uploading, sharing and online storage of pics and videos just like any cloud storage facility.
However for non-tech savvy users, that are unfamiliar with the internet and e-mail ight find bit hard to take benefit of this feature.
· Monochrome
Using creative filters, anyone can easily shoot in monochrome and change the ambiance of familiar city scapes and small objects. With high image quality from the start, the finished piece is like a work of as art
· Live view control
Create meaningful images that matches users tastes by easily changing brightness and color with ring operations
Over all with these features, the S200 offers superior picture quality and user experience compared to other cameras in the same category. As a camera keeping in view the features, looks and its capabilities, the S200 scores 4 on a scale of 5 based on its review by Express Computer.
However, at a price of Rs19,995, the Cannon PowerShot S200 appears little expensive for most average users that want to have a good camera with better features and want to do more than just the basic stuff.
The camera does offer more than just the basic stuff that most new buyers or photography enthusiasts look for. It would be interesting to see how Cannon targets this S200 from selling perspective.
