Picture quality, special effects, plenty of features .
Disadvantages:
Slow flash recharge, SD card location .
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
The S5 IS is a nice update in the Sx IS series, if you own an older model it is worth upgrading. It includes all the standard features of the Sx IS series (and many other Canon models), so I'll just focus on the new/unique features. The most notable for me was the addition of a flash accessory mount. With all the professional features this camera has, it was always a little disappointing that you couldn't use an external, more powerful flash. The fold display is considerably larger than in previous models and will be welcomed by those who use it often. The ISO setting can no be set as high as 1600 providing for better low-light shots. Button arrangement is very similar to previous models, but may take a little getting used to for users of older models. The IS mode is now set via the Menu, so there isn't an easy on or off. Pictures can have effects applied in-camera after the pictures has been taken, and are a couple of nice color special effects (i.e., capture everything in black and white except for one color). Another nice addition is the ability to shoot a video without having to turn the mode dial to the video setting.
On the negative side, the flash recharge speed is still a little slow, and unlike the previous models, the user must manually raise the flash in order to use it. Also, the SD card slot is located in the battery compartment.
Overall this is a very nice camera, great picture quality and plenty of professional features.
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