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• 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints and can also take 720p HD Video
• Ultra-compact 10x optical zoom lens; image stabilization
• Digic III image processor With Face Detection Technology; auto red-eye correction
• Vivid, high-resolution 2.5-inch PureColor LCD
• Compatible with SD/SDHC, MultiMediaCard, MMC Plus cards (not included)
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 8.74 inches | | Product Width:
| 6.26 inches | | Product Height:
| 2.48 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.5 pounds | | Package Length:
| 8.8 inches | | Package Width:
| 6.3 inches | | Package Height:
| 2.8 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.2 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 86 reviews |
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fits in my purse !Feb 08, 2010
I bought this camera/camcorder hoping that because of its portability I would actually take more pictures and video of my family. (and I am!) in the past I was reluctant to drag out my considerably larger camcorder. this takes very nice pictures. I have a video of my daughter singing on youtube if you search under "emily sings at keikos recital" you can see the video quality. during the recording I decided to use the camera feature but there is a clicking sound
on the video because of this. I am hoping that I can
find a way to remove this sound from future videos. Also when taking a picture the video stops briefly.
the size of the camcorder/camera is very nice and I
haven't had any trouble understanding how to operate it. did a lot of research before purchasing this and overall am very pleased with it.
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 Extremely versatile and compact!Dec 10, 2009
I bought the Canon TX-1 while planning a trip to Yosemite National Park. I wanted a compact, light weight camera (its about the size/weight of a double deck of playing cards) that would take good quality video (it takes 720 HD) and still pictures (it does 7.1 MP). I was also looking for a camera that would be smart enough to have both automatic "point and shoot" settings with image stabilization (for pictures on the fly) and extensive manual control of features like flash (supression/fill), ISO (it does 80-1600), etc. (when I had more time to compose my shots/use a tripod). I also wanted a powerful zoom (it has a 10x mechanical zoom) to bring in distant targets--think Bridel Viel Falls from Tunnel View. At the same time I wanted to be able to take extreme close ups of flowers, water droplets, or what have you (it has an excellent macro mode which operates even for HD video--you should see my inch worm monster movie!). I'm also happy that the TX-1 uses SD picture cards allowing for essentially limitless storage, remember HD video takes up a LOT of memory and a rigid hard disk size would have been to limiting (I like to use 16GB SD cards which hold about 45-50 minutes of video or up to 3000 stills or a proportional mix of each). It has a lithium-ion battery which lasts about 45-50 mins. with normal use of zoom, flash, etc. (conveniently this is about as long as a 16GB SD card will allow you to shoot HD video--note that the codec Canon uses allows you to shoot video in up to 15 minute segments--about 4.5 GB or the size of a DVD). This is not usually a problem, as most videos are much shorter, and if need be you can start recording again almost immediately. Canon's codec is also provides for very good picture quality and color balance even with playback on a 46" 1080p HDTV. Their included software is quick and easy to use especially for downloading images, photo stiching, basic editing, and sending prints to my canon printer. I do have some nitpicks. It has a built in flash which allows still photography in dark conditions, but the video quality does suffer somewhat in low light (try the HI ISO setting it helps). Its small size does take some getting used to, but once you are comfortable with it you'll love its portability. I find it necessary to carry several SD cards and several batteries when out in the field, since the batteries take about 90 minutes to charge (I do this overnight). The camera strap is a sturdy but bulky leather contraption which is totally at odds with the rest of the cameras design--I replaced it immediately with one from an old relic I don't use anymore. Overall this camera is an amazing machine, small, lightweight, versatile and most importantly produces high quality stills and video. Finally, my father-in-law (a fellow techie/gadget monger) was so impressed with (or jealous of?) my new toy that he ran out and bought one too--how's that for an endorsement!
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 Broken, LCD Screen Dissplays White Only, Less Than Year OwnershipJul 18, 2009
Broken White LCD Screen Display Less than Year Ownership
I have had this camera Canon PwerShot TX1 for less than one year and the LCD screen only displays all white now. This is very disturbing since I take such good care of the camera. [...] I would not recommend this camera since I am not the only one experiencing this problem. [...]
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canon disappointmentJun 21, 2009
This digital small camera is not a good value nor is it a win performer. Very poor performance in a low lighting venue. For this type of camera one would expect better sensitivity to low lighting photo shots.
Good for outside shots but not for indoors stills or movie low lighting.
Battery life short and small dimm lcd screen with no view lens making outdoor photos challenging.
I will probably give this one away and look for a Sony "one touch" user friendly with better indoor capabilities.
Love this Camera - just a few small complaintsJun 03, 2009
I have had this camera for over a year now. The output quality is excellent and it's easy to use, battery lasts a long time (I actually filmed a wedding ceremony with no problems) - but I have three small complaints:
1) No fill-flash option
2) No multi-shot capability on the timer function
3) Videos other than in daylight tend to be dark and grainy
Thank God it doesn't record in Quicktime!
It's expensive, but well worth it.
Jeff
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