Canon PowerShot SX600 HS

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1029 reviews of Canon PowerShot SX600 HS. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Opinions about the size and image quality are overall positive. The portability and performance also get good reviews, whereas views about the viewfinder and flash are different.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 133 user reviews of Canon PowerShot SX600 HS from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the zoom and performance are overall positive. The price and portability also get good feedback, whereas many are less positive about the low light performance and memory.

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90% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS

alaTest has collected and analyzed 366 user reviews of Canon PowerShot SX600 HS from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the zoom and performance. The image quality and portability also get good feedback. Many are less positive about the focus and exposure, while views are divided on the flash.

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90% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 16 user reviews of Canon PowerShot SX600 HS from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. Views about the performance and zoom are on the whole positive. The design and portability are also mentioned favorably.

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88% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Les Shu (digitaltrends.com)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS review

While Canon's PowerShot SX600 HS is an easy-to-use camera with a long 18x zoom, performance and image quality resembles those from a lower-end camera.

For $50 more than the ELPH 340 HS, you can get a similar camera with an increased zoom. However, that camera failed to impress us as much as its predecessor, the ELPH 330 HS. So, even though it may have a better lens, for us the SX600 feels nearly...

May, 2014

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Canon's PowerShot SX600 HS picks up where your phone leaves off without sacrificing easy sharing

With its 18x zoom lens, simple straightforward automatic shooting, and built-in Wi-Fi, the SX600 HS does more than your phone without weighing you down.

The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS delivers easy automatic shooting options, very good photo and video quality, and a useful zoom range with optical image stabilization in a slim, lightweight package and at a reasonable price.

The lens is slow, so indoor use of the zoom lens is limited, the autofocus can be frustratingly inaccurate at times, and low-light photo and video quality are merely OK.

Though there's nothing extraordinary about it, the SX600 HS is a solid choice for snapshooters wanting a simple step up from a smartphone without sacrificing on-the-go sharing.

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by (cnet.com)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS Black

Although Canon lists this model under its "high-end, advanced digital cameras," it's really not and has more in common with the camera maker's pocket-friendly Elph line. If perhaps you didn't consider the SX600 HS because it was listed as "advanced"...

The lens is slow, so indoor use of the zoom lens is limited, the autofocus can be frustratingly inaccurate at times, and low-light photo and video quality are merely OK.

Though there's nothing extraordinary about it, the SX600 HS is a solid choice for snapshooters wanting a simple step up from a smartphone without sacrificing on-the-go sharing.

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS

The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is a slim camera with an 18x zoom lens and Wi-Fi, but its images are on the noisy side.

Sharp lens. Quick focus. 18x zoom range. Creative Shot function. Wi-Fi.

Noisy images. No high-speed burst shooting. Limited control when using Creative Shot.

You can also post images and video to Web sites, but you'll have to configure a few things first. The SX600 uses the Canon Image Gateway service to push images to Twitter, Flickr, Facebook, and others, and the first step is setting up an account there....

Apr, 2014

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Expert review by : Josh Fate (steves-digicams.com)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS

Initial WiFi setup was not the easiest we have used.

Exposure and Color were accurate in all shooting modes ; Dedicated Video Capture Button is always ready to record ; Intelligent I.S. helps steady the camera while shooting on the go or in low-light ; Good overall image quality ; 460k dot LCD is great...

More noise than expected at all ISO settings ; Initial WiFi setup was not the easiest we have used ; Slow Flash recharge times

The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is a very compact and versatile digicam. The HS system provides good performance and image quality, while all the built-in features increase versatility and functionality. Read more in our Full Conclusion.

Aug, 2014

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Expert review by : Ilse Jurriën (letsgodigital.org)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS digital camera : Canon introduced two new superzoom models to its range of pocketable point-and-shoot cameras including the PowerShot SX600 HS. Ideal if you're a budding photographer wanting to get closer to the action, the new...

You’ll never miss a moment with the PowerShot SX600 HS - the camera handles daytime and low-light shooting with ease, delivering consistently stunning results time-after-time. The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS’s 7.5 cm (3.0”) PureColor II G LCD screen is...

Mar, 2014

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Expert review by : Jack Baker (photographyblog.com)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS Review

Canon's PowerShot digital cameras have been with us for a scarcely-believable eighteen years, and whilst the SX600 HS isn't intended to be the new flagship model in the range, it still packs quite a punch. Despite compact 103.8 x 61 x 26mm dimensions,...

There’s a lot to like about Canon’s latest midrange travel-zoom compact. The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is a doddle to operate thanks to simple menus and sensible controls, plus autofocusing, exposure metering and auto white balance all perform admirably.

May, 2014

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Canon SX600 HS Review

The popular SX line from Canon welcomes a new family member with the announcement of the Canon SX600 HS, a sleek compact that sports 18x optical zoom range (25-450mm eq.) and a 16 megapixel CMOS sensor with a DIGIC 4+ processor. Aimed at shooters...

The PowerShot SX600 HS is expected towards the end of February 2014 at an estimated retail price of US$249.99, and will be offered in red, white or black.

Jan, 2014

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Expert review by : Camera Labs (cameralabs.com)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS

The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is a 16 Megapixel compact super-zoom with an 18x optical zoom range starting at a 25mm equivalent wide angle and extending to 450mm at the telephoto end. It sits more or less in the middle of Canon's 2014 SX super-zoom...

18x stabilized optical zoom., Built-in Wifi with NFC., 490-shot Eco mode., Creative Shot mode., Excellent optical stabilisation

Poor High ISO noise performance., Lacks manual exposure control., No panorama mode., Limited functionalty in remote shooting

Apr, 2014

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Expert review by : Amy Davies (techradar.com)

Canon PowerShot SX600 HS review

A reliable 18x zoom travel compact with a range of useful functions

18x optical zoom ; Wi-Fi / NFC ; Creative Filters

No touchscreen ; Lack of control in Creative mode ; Macro focusing sometimes disappointing

If you're looking for a reliable camera with a decent zoom range and that is capable of producing good quality images – without too much input from you – the SX600HS is a good option.

Apr, 2014

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