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Canon PowerShot SX430 IS (1790C002)

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A long-range "gun" in a compact form factor allows you to capture any scene without worrying about changing optics and adjusting shooting parameters. Translated to full frame, the camera lens has a focal length range of 24-1080mm, and its aperture ranges from f/3.5 at the minimum zoom position to f/6.8 at the long end. Bright shots on the Canon PowerShot SX430 IS are helped by the 20.5 MP CCD-type matrix installed “under the hood” of the model. The optical image stabilizer is responsible for preventing image blur. For sighting during the shooting process, a 3-inch display is used, the picture on which fades slightly under the influence of direct sunlight. Ultrazoom does not shine with outstanding reporter qualities — the camera's rate of fire reaches only 0.5 fps. However, the tasks of cap...turing highly dynamic scenes into the frame are often not set before him; Wi-Fi and NFC modules look much more appropriate in the model. The video capabilities of the camera are limited to support for HD video recording (1280x720 pixels).
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Canon PowerShot SX430 IS
Panel:1/2.3", 20.5 MPix
Focal length:24-1080 mm
Lens aperture:f/3.5 - f/6.8
Snapshot size:5152x3864 px
ISO range:100-1600
Burst shooting:0.5 fps
Screen:3 ''

A long-range "gun" in a compact form factor allows you to capture any scene without worrying about changing optics and adjusting shooting parameters. Translated to full frame, the camera lens has a focal length range of 24-1080mm, and its aperture ranges from f/3.5 at the minimum zoom position to f/6.8 at the long end. Bright shots on the Canon PowerShot SX430 IS are helped by the 20.5 MP CCD-type matrix installed “under the hood” of the model.

The optical image stabilizer is responsible for preventing image blur. For sighting during the shooting process, a 3-inch display is used, the picture on which fades slightly under the influence of direct sunlight. Ultrazoom does not shine with outstanding reporter qualities — the camera's rate of fire reaches only 0.5 fps. However, the tasks of capturing highly dynamic scenes into the frame are often not set before him; Wi-Fi and NFC modules look much more appropriate in the model. The video capabilities of the camera are limited to support for HD video recording (1280x720 pixels).

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Specifications PowerShot SX430 IS
Colour
Camera typedigital compact
Sensor
SensorCCD (CCD) / dIGIC 4+ processor /
Sensor size1/2.3"
Total MP21
Effective MP number20.5
Maximum image size5152x3864 px
Light sensitivity (ISO)100-1600
Lens
Aperturef/3.5 - f/6.8
Focal length24-1080 mm
Optical zoom45
Manual focus
Image stabilizationoptical
Min. focus distance5 cm
Photo shooting
White balance measuring
Exposure compensation± 2 EV, in 1/3 EV steps
Exposure modesauto
Metering systempoint
centre-weighted
sensor (estimated)
Video recording
File recording formatsMPEG-4 / H.264 + Linear PCM (stereo) /
Maximum video lengthtime limit / up to 1 h /
memory limit / up to 4 GB /
Connection portsHDMI v 1.4
headphone Jack
Focus
Autofocus modesone shot
tracking
in face
Viewfinder and shutter
Viewfinderin absent
Shutter speed15 – 1/4000 с
Continuous shooting0.5 fps
Screen
Screen size3 '' / 5 levels of brightness adjustment /
Screen resolution230 thousand pixels
Memory and communications
Memory cards typesSD, SDHC, SDXC
CommunicationsWi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
NFC
smartphone control
Flash
Built-in flash
Application range5 m
Power source
Power sourcebattery
Battery modelNB-11LH
Shots per charge195 шт / eco mode up to 260 frames /
General
Charger modelCB-2LFE
Materialplastic
Dimensions (WxHxD)104.4x69.1x85.1 mm
Weight323 g
Added to E-CatalogApril 2017
P/N
1790C002

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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Canon PowerShot SX430 IS is a compact digital camera that stands out for its impressive 45x optical zoom, making it ideal for capturing distant subjects. Weighing only 320 grams, it is lightweight and portable, with a quick startup time. The camera features a 20-megapixel sensor, providing detailed images with a resolution of 5152x3864, although it may struggle in low light conditions, especially at high zoom levels. It includes optical stabilization and offers both automatic and some manual shooting modes, making it suitable for amateur photographers. The camera supports WiFi and NFC for easy photo transfer and remote control. However, it has a low-resolution display that can fade in sunlight and a weak battery life, necessitating a spare for extended use. The SX430 IS is particularly appealing to beginners and casual users, offering a balance of functionality and affordability, but it lacks advanced manual settings and high-speed continuous shooting, which may limit its appeal to more experienced photographers. Overall, it is a good choice for those seeking a simple, effective camera for everyday photography.
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great model, love it
10 June 2020 
The camera is very good, I have been using it for a year or even two. The camera performs like the very first camera. The photos turn out to be high quality.
Quality of photo
Resolved quickly
Egor Lukuse Canon PowerShot SX430 IS more than year
good model, liked it
1 November 2017 
I needed a camera for work. Moreover, it was necessary to photograph during the day, often in the field and, most importantly, from a decent distance, that is, as a rule, there was no opportunity to go directly to the object of filming. I did not make any special demands on the quality of photographs, so expensive and bulky cameras with large lenses disappeared by themselves. But this camera with a price tag of around $ 300 turned out to be an ideal assistant.
A chic 45x optical zoom is just what I needed. At the same time, the lens is not small, as in compact soap dishes, it collects a lot of light and it turns out to take pictures with not too long shutter speeds, that is, the image is not blurred. At the same time, the camera is relatively small, only the lens protruding forward is large. But the weight pleases, only 320 grams. You can deploy and remove quickly. The device is ready to work within a second with a little after switching on. The camera matrix is quite detailed, photos are taken with a resolution of 5152x3864. There is optical stabilization. Detailing, of course, is not as chic as that of DSLRs, but much better than that of classic soap dishes. It shoots well in fully automatic mode, but I often prefer software to it. There is a good flash. Also, the camera is equipped with a WiFi module and an NFC chip. The first allows you to transfer pictures from the camera to a smartphone, which is convenient if you need to quickly send them over the network, and makes it possible to control the shooting remotely. The NFC chip greatly simplifies the creation of a WiFi connection, but only if your smartphone supports a similar technology.
Very low speed when shooting a series of frames, and it does not depend much on the speed of the memory card. Weak image quality in low light, especially when using a strong zoom. The display is low resolution and fades in the sun.
good model, I liked it
27 September 2018 
The device has its own consumer. This is an unpretentious amateur photographer who takes 10X15 family photos and home videos. For him, this is a good device, affordable. It’s stupid to buy an expensive device with bells and whistles if you’ll be shooting on automatic. For an advanced amateur photographer, this is a weak device - there’s no way to set the desired depth of field, shutter speed, i.e. you can’t make a good portrait in a large format (small matrix), you can’t make a sports report, etc. For the pros, this is not a device at all. I am an amateur photographer with more than 60 years of experience, I bought this camera for taking pictures of my grandchildren on walks, at the dacha, at the zoo, etc., so as not to carry a case with an expensive camera. This goal is fully consistent.
Compact, lightweight. Good zoom, good auto mode, manual mode has a number of useful functions. You can set the format to 3:2 - no problems when printing 10X15. Good red eye protection. Normal video for home. When viewing, there is information that will allow you to analyze errors.
Weak battery. I bought a spare one
use Canon PowerShot SX430 IS more than year
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