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Canon PowerShot S120

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A digital camera that combines small size and rather impressive performance. The similarity of the equipment allows us to call it a version of the advanced compact G16, designed for maximum compactness: for example, it was possible to reduce the size due to the lack of an optical viewfinder, but the display is made touch-sensitive. Like the G16, the device carries a DIGIC 6 processor, a large 1 / 1.7 "matrix with a resolution of 12.1 MP and sensitivity up to ISO 12 800, as well as a Wi-Fi module. The lens is somewhat less fast, although the maximum value is the same — f / 1.8 .Shooting in RAW and video recording in Full HD at 60 fps are provided.
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Canon PowerShot S120
PowerShot (compacts)RAWWi-Fi
Panel:1/1.7", 12.1 MPix
Focal length:24 - 120 mm
Lens aperture:f/1.8 - f/5.7
Snapshot size:4000x3000 px
ISO range:80 - 12800
Burst shooting:12.1 fps
Screen:3 '', touch

A digital camera that combines small size and rather impressive performance. The similarity of the equipment allows us to call it a version of the advanced compact G16, designed for maximum compactness: for example, it was possible to reduce the size due to the lack of an optical viewfinder, but the display is made touch-sensitive. Like the G16, the device carries a DIGIC 6 processor, a large 1 / 1.7 "matrix with a resolution of 12.1 MP and sensitivity up to ISO 12 800, as well as a Wi-Fi module. The lens is somewhat less fast, although the maximum value is the same — f / 1.8 .Shooting in RAW and video recording in Full HD at 60 fps are provided.

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Specifications PowerShot S120
Main
Camera typedigital compact
Sensor
SensorCMOS (CMOS) / digic 6 processor /
Sensor size1/1.7"
Effective MP number12.1
Maximum image size4000x3000 px
Light sensitivity (ISO)80 - 12800
RAW format recording
Lens
Aperturef/1.8 - f/5.7
Focal length24 - 120 mm
Optical zoom5
Manual focus
Image stabilizationoptical
Macro shooting, from3 cm
Photo shooting
White balance measuring
Exposure compensation± 3 EV, in 1/3 EV steps
Auto bracketing
Exposure modesauto
shutter priority
aperture priority
manual mode
Metering systempoint
centre-weighted
sensor (estimated)
Video recording
File recording formatsH.264
Maximum video lengthtime limit / up to 30 minutes /
memory limit / up to 4 GB in one file /
Connection portsHDMI
headphone Jack
Focus
Autofocus modesone shot
tracking
Viewfinder and shutter
Viewfinderin absent
Shutter speed15 - 1/2000 с
Continuous shooting12.1 fps / burst of 5 frames, or 9.4 fps and a burst of up to 635 frames /
Screen
Screen size3 ''
Screen resolution992 thousand pixels
Touch screen
Memory and communications
Memory cards typesSD, SDHC, SDXC / uHS Speed Class 1 support /
CommunicationsWi-Fi
Flash
Built-in flash
Application range0.5 - 5 m
External flash connect / Canon: HF-DC2 /
Power source
Power sourcebattery
Battery modelNB-6L, DLC6L, HL-6L
Shots per charge230 шт / in "Eco" mode up to 300 pcs /
General
Charger modelCB-2LY
Materialaluminium / plastic
Dimensions (WxHxD)100x59x29 mm
Weight217 g
Added to E-CatalogAugust 2013
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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Canon PowerShot S120 is a compact digital camera praised for its high-quality photos thanks to a large sensor and bright lens at wide angles. It offers fully manual settings, shooting in RAW format, and good image stabilization. Users appreciate its pleasant color rendition and white balance, along with its fast continuous shooting capabilities. The camera includes a convenient on-screen customizable quick menu and an ND filter. However, it has a weak battery, which can be mitigated by purchasing a spare. Some users find the manual aperture adjustment in M mode lacking, and the zoom's brightness is low at the long end. Despite these minor drawbacks, the S120 is highly recommended for both advanced users and professionals, offering a balance of portability and functionality, making it ideal for creative photography and hiking. The camera also supports Wi-Fi for easy photo transfer to smartphones, although it does not transfer RAW files or support phone control. Overall, the Canon PowerShot S120 is a versatile and compact choice for those seeking quality and convenience.
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The camera is awesome! Suitable for advanced users and professionals. I recommend it!))
22 February 2021 
I bought it at the beginning of 2021 on the secondary market for a very nice price. I chose a compact camera with a big sensor, a fast lens, and Wi-Fi for transferring files directly to the phone and publishing from it. I already own Nikon D90 and D7100 DSLRs for quality reporting in poor lighting conditions. I got this one for creative photos and hiking. Carrying big DSLRs around is inconvenient and expensive in case of accidents. Plus, large DSLRs often don't have wireless transfer capabilities. In short, what I want to say is, this camera is amazing! Small enough to fit in a jeans pocket, very fast, with tons of settings for both beginners and advanced users, good zoom, and detail. I use manual settings, which is less comfortable than using professional DSLRs, but you can get used to it, keeping in mind its size!)) The zoom lacks brightness, but for that, there's the next model, Canon G7X, with less zoom but significantly better brightness (f1.8-2.8). Someone in the comments mentioned that it's inconvenient to transfer photos wirelessly. I didn't notice; everything is very fast. You just need to connect for the first time and enter the network password in the phone; after that, it's smooth sailing. You connect to the Wi-Fi the camera provides, launch a special app, and voilà! You can view and download photos right on your phone. It doesn't transfer RAW files or support phone control, though. I bought a spare battery. The touchscreen is great; you can shoot by touching it, which is very convenient, especially for vertical shots. It supports Swipe.
1) Compact size and appearance
2) High-quality photos with a large sensor
3) Bright lens at wide angle, sufficient zoom
4) Availability of fully manual settings
5) Truly useful and functional Scene modes (especially night modes)
6) Shooting in RAW format
7) Good image stabilization
8) Pleasant color rendition and WB
9) Good video, smooth zoom
10) Very fast continuous shooting (only in JPEG format)
11) Availability of ND Filter
12) Convenient on-screen customizable quick menu
1) Weak battery (but this can be resolved by buying a second one, which isn't expensive)
2) Low light intensity at the long end of the zoom
3) Initially, you might accidentally press the buttons on the dial (you get used to it over time)
4) No memory of the settings menu position, requiring you to scroll through everything each time (but there is a customizable menu where you can add all the necessary items)
5) Poor implementation of manual aperture adjustment in M mode (there is only one option to assign to the front control ring)
Stas Bystrov: use Canon PowerShot S120 less than month
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