Canon PowerShot S45
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Description
The Canon PowerShot S45 is a compact digital camera that strikes a balance between simplicity and advanced features, making it ideal for both beginners and enthusiasts looking to refine their photography skills. With a 4-megapixel CCD sensor and a 3x optical zoom lens, the S45 produces detailed, vibrant images that are perfect for a wide range of photography styles, from portraits to landscapes. The camera offers full manual controls, giving users the flexibility to explore creative shooting, as well as automatic and scene modes for ease of use. Equipped with a built-in flash, custom white balance settings, and a sturdy, compact design, the PowerShot S45 adapts well to various shooting environments. While it lacks modern connectivity features like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, the S45’s combination of reliable performance and versatile settings make it a great choice for photography enthusiasts seeking quality and control in a portable form.
Sample Photos
Sample photos will be added soon!
Basics
| Name | Canon PowerShot S45 |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 2002 |
| Brand | Canon |
| Type | Point-and-Shoot |
| Sensor | |
| Lens Mount | Fixed Lens |
| Series | PowerShot |
| Alternative Names | "Canon PowerShot S45" |
Resolution
| Max Resolution | 2272 x 1704 |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | CCD |
| Megapixels | 4 |
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (Real-image optical zoom) |
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Display
| Display Type | LCD |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 1.8 Inches |
| Display Fixture |
Camera Modes
| Movie Mode | Yes |
|---|---|
| Shooting Modes |
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Camera Settings
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
|---|---|
| White Balance | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Custom |
| Exposure Control | Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual |
| Metering Methods | Evaluation, Center-weighted average, Spot |
Connectivity
| USB Ports | 1 |
|---|---|
| Video Output | Audio/Video Output (NTSC or PAL selectable) |
| Wireless Technology |
Autofocus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Modes |
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| Focus Type | Manual Focus, Autofocus |
| Focus Features | TTL, FlexiZone |
| Autofocus Technology | Single, Live View, Contrast Detection |
| Autofocus Point Selection | |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
Image Quality
| File Formats | RAW, JPEG |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
Memory
| Recording Capacity | Individual movie clips limited to 3 minutes |
|---|---|
| Flash Memory Type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Memory Slots | 1 |
Battery
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion |
|---|---|
| Battery Average Life | Approx. 210 shots (LCD ON), Approx. 460 shots (LCD OFF) |
Audio
| Audio Recording | Yes |
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Drive Modes
| Drive Modes |
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Video
| Video Resolution | 320 x 240 |
|---|---|
| Shooting Time |
Shutter
| Shutter Type | Focal Plane Shutter |
|---|---|
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 15 sec |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/1500 sec |
| Continuous Shooting | High Speed: Approx. 2.5 images/sec., Normal: Approx. 1.5 images/sec. |
External Flash
| Flash Metering | TTL |
|---|---|
| Flash Sync Speed |
ISO
| Max ISO | 400 |
|---|---|
| Minimum ISO | 50 |
Dimensions & Weight
| Dimensions | 4.41 x 2.28 x 1.65 in. / 112.0 x 58.0 x 42.0 mm |
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| Weight | Approx. 9.2 oz. / 260g (camera body only) |
Use Case
| Use Cases |
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Experience Level
| Experience Level | Beginner, Amateur |
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* Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
* Imaginated.com may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. Learn more here.
Description
The Canon PowerShot S45 is a compact digital camera that strikes a balance between simplicity and advanced features, making it ideal for both beginners and enthusiasts looking to refine their photography skills. With a 4-megapixel CCD sensor and a 3x optical zoom lens, the S45 produces detailed, vibrant images that are perfect for a wide range of photography styles, from portraits to landscapes. The camera offers full manual controls, giving users the flexibility to explore creative shooting, as well as automatic and scene modes for ease of use. Equipped with a built-in flash, custom white balance settings, and a sturdy, compact design, the PowerShot S45 adapts well to various shooting environments. While it lacks modern connectivity features like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, the S45’s combination of reliable performance and versatile settings make it a great choice for photography enthusiasts seeking quality and control in a portable form.
Sample Photos
Sample photos will be added soon!
Basics
Name | Canon PowerShot S45 |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 2002 |
| Brand | Canon |
| Type | Point-and-Shoot |
| Sensor | |
| Lens Mount | Fixed Lens |
| Series | PowerShot |
| Alternative Names | "Canon PowerShot S45" |
Resolution
| Max Resolution | 2272 x 1704 |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | CCD |
| Megapixels | 4 |
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (Real-image optical zoom) |
|---|
Display
| Display Type | LCD |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 1.8 Inches |
| Display Fixture |
Camera Modes
| Movie Mode | Yes |
|---|---|
| Shooting Modes |
|
Camera Settings
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
|---|---|
| White Balance | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Custom |
| Exposure Control | Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual |
| Metering Methods | Evaluation, Center-weighted average, Spot |
Connectivity
| USB Ports | 1 |
|---|---|
| Video Output | Audio/Video Output (NTSC or PAL selectable) |
| Wireless Technology |
Autofocus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Modes |
|
| Focus Type | Manual Focus, Autofocus |
| Focus Features | TTL, FlexiZone |
| Autofocus Technology | Single, Live View, Contrast Detection |
| Autofocus Point Selection | |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
Image Quality
| File Formats | RAW, JPEG |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
Memory
| Recording Capacity | Individual movie clips limited to 3 minutes |
|---|---|
| Flash Memory Type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Memory Slots | 1 |
Battery
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion |
|---|---|
| Battery Average Life | Approx. 210 shots (LCD ON), Approx. 460 shots (LCD OFF) |
Audio
| Audio Recording | Yes |
|---|
Drive Modes
| Drive Modes |
|
|---|
Video
| Video Resolution | 320 x 240 |
|---|---|
| Shooting Time |
Shutter
| Shutter Type | Focal Plane Shutter |
|---|---|
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 15 sec |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/1500 sec |
| Continuous Shooting | High Speed: Approx. 2.5 images/sec., Normal: Approx. 1.5 images/sec. |
External Flash
| Flash Metering | TTL |
|---|---|
| Flash Sync Speed |
ISO
| Max ISO | 400 |
|---|---|
| Minimum ISO | 50 |
Dimensions & Weight
| Dimensions | 4.41 x 2.28 x 1.65 in. / 112.0 x 58.0 x 42.0 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 9.2 oz. / 260g (camera body only) |
Use Case
| Use Cases |
|
|---|
Experience Level
| Experience Level | Beginner, Amateur |
|---|