On Wednesday, September 26, 2012
12.1 megapixels | 3" screen | 25 � 500 mm (20�)
The PowerShot SX260 HS is a GPS-enabled 20x compact superzoom with a 25-500mm equivalent lenses featuring the company's latest 7-mode image stabilization system. It features a 460k dot screen and the ability to shoot burst of images at 10.3 frames per second. It uses a 12MP back-lit CMOS sensor.
All things considered, the PowerShot SX260 HS is a solid choice for those looking for a travel zoom camera. It's not particularly fast (especially in the AF department), nor is it loaded with bells and whistles like landmark databases. The bottom line is that the SX260 gets the job done in nearly all situations, and produces photos of higher quality than competitive models.
All things considered, the PowerShot SX260 HS is a solid choice for those looking for a travel zoom camera. It's not particularly fast (especially in the AF department), nor is it loaded with bells and whistles like landmark databases. The bottom line is that the SX260 gets the job done in nearly all situations, and produces photos of higher quality than competitive models.
Specifications
| Body type | ||
|---|---|---|
| Body type | Compact | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | ? |
| Other resolutions | 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 2664, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 | ? |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | ? |
| Effective pixels | 12.1 megapixels | ? |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) | ? |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | ? |
| Processor | Digic 5 | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 | ? |
| White balance presets | 6 | ? |
| Custom white balance | Yes (1) | ? |
| Image stabilization | Optical | ? |
| Image stabilization notes | 4-stop. Intelligent IS | |
| Uncompressed format | No | |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Normal | ? |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Focal length (equiv.) | 25 � 500 mm | |
| Optical zoom | 20� | |
| Autofocus |
| ? |
| Digital zoom | Yes (4x) | |
| Manual focus | Yes | ? |
| Macro focus range | 5 cm (1.97") | ? |
| Number of focus points | 9 | |
| Lens mount | None | |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | ? |
| Screen size | 3" | ? |
| Screen dots | 461,000 | ? |
| Touch screen | No | |
| Screen type | PureColor II TFT LCD | |
| Live view | Yes | ? |
| Viewfinder type | None | ? |
| Photography features | ||
| Maximum aperture | F3.5 - F6.8 | ? |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 sec | ? |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 sec | ? |
| Aperture priority | Yes | ? |
| Shutter priority | Yes | ? |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | Yes | |
| Built-in flash | Yes | |
| Flash range | 3.5 m | |
| External flash | Yes (optional HF-DC2) | |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | |
| Continuous drive | Yes (2.4 fps) | ? |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | �2 EV (at 1/3 EV steps) | ? |
| WB Bracketing | No | ? |
| Videography features | ||
| Format |
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| Microphone | Stereo | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | |
| Videography notes | Miniature Effect (HD, L) 6fps, 3fps, 1.5 fps iFrame Movie (HD) | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC | ? |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | ? |
| HDMI | Yes (Mini) | ? |
| Wireless | None | ? |
| Remote control | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | No | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | ? |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion NB-6L rechargeable battery & charger | ? |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 230 | ? |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.3") | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| Timelapse recording | No | ? |
| GPS | BuiltIn | |
Original Article:www.dpreview.com
