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Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS
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alaScore 88

1456 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1456 reviews of Canon PowerShot A1100 IS. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the performance and price. The portability and image quality are also appreciated, but some have doubts about the flash and shutter. There are some mixed comments about the water proof and sensor.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon PowerShot A1100 IS is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 289 user reviews of Canon PowerShot A1100 IS from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the image quality and size are generally positive. The price and portability also get good feedback. The reliability and durability get mixed views, and many are critical about the shutter and exposure.

usability, portability, price, size, image quality

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95% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 728 user reviews of Canon PowerShot A1100 IS from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People really like the portability and performance. The price and image quality also get good feedback. The sensor and low light performance get less positive comments, and the image stabilizer and durability get mixed reviews.

usability, image quality, price, performance, portability

reliability, flash, shutter, low-light, sensor

77% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Matthew Richards (techradar.com)

Canon PowerShot A1100 review

 

A fully featured compact camera with a disappointing screen

Old-school viewfinder ; Nice pictures ; Digic4 processor

Price ; Poor LCD screen

With a few more features than some of it's brethren, the A480 is a fully featured compact that is unfortunately a bit too pricey to recommend

Apr, 2009
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Expert review by : Simon Skellon (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

 

The Canon A1100 IS has been released with its compact partner, the A2100 IS - both of which feature a high 12.1-megapixels, but the A1100 IS hasn't come in cheap, breaking the £200 mark.

It's over-priced for the features onboard, but if you're looking for a fun, easy to use compact, this compact is the one for you.

Jun, 2009
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Canon Powershot A1100 IS

 

This camera is all about picture quality. It is not small enough to fit into a pocket and it does not have a sleek, stylish design, but it takes a very good picture. It offers a clear step up from more basic entry level digital cameras.

Picture quality - viewfinder - start up time

Shutter delay with flash

Picture quality with the Canon Powershot A1100 IS is surprisingly good. It may not win too many beauty contests, but this is one of those digital cameras that does exactly what it sets out to do. That is take excellent pictures given more or less any...

May, 2009
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Expert review by : PJ Jacobowitz (pcmag.com)

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

 

The Canon PowerShot A1100 is a solid shooter, but it's practically identical to last year's model.

Fast. Superb image quality. 4x optical zoom.

Bulky. Low-resolution screen.

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Jul, 2009
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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS review: Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

 

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

Viewfinder; simple operation; inexpensive; excellent photo quality for the money.

Mixed performance; short battery life.

Aside from a couple performance quibbles, the Canon PowerShot A1100 IS provides a good point-and-shoot experience with great pictures as a result.

Jul, 2009
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Expert review by : Ben Long (pcworld.com)

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Point-and-Shoot Review

 

Very good image quality ; Sturdy design with simple interface

Mediocre LCD screen ; Optical viewfinder shows 85% of scene

A great value for the price, with better image quality than more expensive cameras and a nice feature set.

Apr, 2009
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Expert review by : Mike Flacy (steves-digicams.com)

Canon Powershot A1100 IS Review

 

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 17, 2009 - Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today introduced 10 new PowerShot cameras that offer an array of photographic options for the entry-level consumer right up to the photo enthusiast. Whether on a...

Mar, 2009
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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com.au)

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS review: Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

 

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

Viewfinder; simple operation; inexpensive; excellent photo quality for the money.

Mixed performance; short battery life.

Aside from a couple performance quibbles, the Canon PowerShot A1100 IS provides a good point-and-shoot experience with great pictures as a result.

Jul, 2009
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Expert review by : Kailas Shastry (pcworld.in)

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

 

Be it outdoor shots or indoors under low-lights, this PowerShot A1100 IS is simply the best point and shoot in its price range.

Very good performance indoors and outdoors ; Simple interface ; Impressive video recording ; Pleasing macro shot ; 4x optical image stabilized lens

If you are on the lookout for an everyday camera, you cannot go wrong with the PowerShot A1100 IS. In its price range, it offers the best performance, be it outdoor shots or indoor under lowlight. Video mode is a plus point and so is the macro mode...

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Review

 

The Canon PowerShot A1100 IS is a brand new member of the popular PowerShot A-series range of compact digital cameras, which has traditionally offered a compelling combination of features and affordable price. The A1100 IS replaces the PowerShot A1000...

At first glance the new Canon Powershot A1100 IS looks very similar to its bigger brother, the A2100. I reviewed both cameras at the same time and actually preferred the slightly cheaper A1100 model in many ways. Although offering a smaller,...

Mar, 2009
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