PowerShot SX160 IS
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Previous Review Update
A few weeks back I wrote a negative review of my SX160 due to a lens error problem. Today I'm updating that review because of the kind empathy shown to by a Canon Rep. I was ready to junk our SX160. Then I called Canon. That kindly Canon Rep literally talked me into sending our SX160 to Canon so they could take a look at it. Long story short, Canon sent us a new SX160. So, lesson learned, if you have a problem, CALL CANON and give them an opportunity to help you. Aside from the SX160 lens error problem, my wife and I think that the SX160 is an ideal travel zoom point and shoot camera. And we have gone from "wasacanonfan" to "lifelongcanonfans." To be specific, today, just this morning, we ordered a SX40. We are sticking with our SX160 as our travel zoom point and shoot, along with our A3100 point and shoot, but we are buying the SX40 to be our "tripod" camera for those shots that need more zoom than we can get with our A3100 or SX160. And, yes, we know we can also hand hold the SX40. We also own excellent SLR cameras, two bodies and three lenses in 55, 200 and 400 mm. But changing lenses in wind blown dust or sand has always been a concern. Now, with our A3100, SX160 and soon to arrive SX40 having to change lenses is no longer a concern. Especially when we are in Africa or on a beach in Hawaii where repair shops, in the places we like to go, are few and far between. Why not buy a SX50 you might ask? Well, for us, the SX50 looks great but the SX40 has such an impressive track record that we want to, at the current price differential, give it a try. Who knows, maybe a SX50 will also be in our future. One thing we do know, when using a tripod, use one that is sturdy, especially in windy conditions, so you don't put your camera at risk. Also, sturdy camera cases are a must when traveling. Carrying extra batteries and memory cards is also, we have learned, a good idea.
March 8, 2013
SX160 lasted less than 90 days
My SX160 ceased to function after less than 90 days. I took it to a Canon dealer and he was unable to repair it. He said he was surprised to see that some of the parts in the SX160 were held together with two sided tape. This is not a real expensive camera but I thought it would last longer than 90 days.
February 11, 2013
Disappointed with cheapness of newest model
I guess you get what you pay for. Cheap Garbage >;0(
January 30, 2013
not as good as previous canons
I own an EOS350 rebel xt(love it), an A520, and had a A1000IS(loved it) until it was stolen. Replaced the A1000IS w/ this model. The auto mode shooting is poor. Even the slightest motion in the subject comes out blurry, never happened former model. Have tried using Tv mode raising the shutter speed, which works well in bright room with close up subject, but otherwise (at distance) it comes out too dark. I am not a pro, know something about camera features, but I am disappointed with this camera compared to the perfection and ease of former A1000IS. SX160 does not come with detailed user manual as did previous models(the manuals truly helped understand all the functions and take good pics. They were small and fit in my purse too). so I am having a hard time overcoming the blurry thing.
January 21, 2013
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