Testseek.co.uk have collected 52 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS.
January 2009
(77%)
52 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Abstract: With a 10-megapixel resolution and 20x zoom, this camera may seem wildly overpriced compared with Panasonic's FZ28. However, two key features differentiate it from most other ultra-zoom cameras. This is the first Canon PowerShot to be built around a CM...
Relatively fast; good hi-def video; raw file support
Large; quirky interface; some image artefacts
One of the best superzooms we've seen, the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS offers a 20x zoom lens and HD video, which you can't get in similarly priced digital SLRs. It also delivers more features and slightly better performance and photo quality than the chea...
Abstract: Maintaining the similar SLR-like styling and high ratio 20x zoom of its predecessor, the popular S5 IS model, Canons new PowerShot SX1 IS adds several innovative features to the mix. Most notably, the SX1 IS is one of the first compacts to feature a n...
The £455 can buy you a DSLR with a couple of good lenses. But then, don’t make the mistake of comparing the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS (an advanced point and shoot) to an SLR – the SX1’s stupendous zoom and HD video recording cannot be...
Abstract: We found this camera available online for considerably less than its £589 SRP, and although it is still expensive for a non-DSLR camera, the range of new technologies, solid design, far reaching zoom and Full HD movie capability should ensure the SX1 ...
The SX1 is surely the best superzoom yet, not least because of its 4fps shooting and great all-round design. But its also a superb full HD camcorder – remarkable!...
Abstract: Two weeks ago I reviewed the PowerShot SX10 IS , one of a pair of new super-zoom bridge cameras that have replaced the popular S5 IS in Canon's digital camera range. Today I'm taking a look at the SX10's slightly smarter sibling, the SX1 IS. Like the SX10...
Abstract: The Canon Powershot SX1 IS is the most advanced compact digital camera currently on the market. It has 10 megapixels and a 20x, wide angle, optical zoom lens. The amount of zoom available can be further increased when shooting at lower resolutions. The...
Abstract: When the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS (US$599.99) arrived, I was eager to put it to work. After all, a compact camera with a 20x optically stabilized zoom lens and RAW capture is enticing. The SX1 IS includes full HD video capture (1920×1080 at 30f...
Canon has managed to squeeze in some extra functionality for the SX1 compact digital camera that helps it stand out as a worthy replacement for your existing unit. Given its HD video recording option as well as the increased ability to capture better i...
