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Canon PowerShot S3-IS reviews
4.67out of 5
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Manufacturer code1101B009
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About the Canon PowerShot S3-IS
Canon 1101B009 is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include megapixel: 6 MP; image sensor size: 1/2.5"; maximum video resolution: 640 x 480 pixels. This entry covers manufacturer code 1101B009. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Canon PowerShot S3-IS, the recorded details include megapixel (approx.): 6 MP; sensor type: CCD; image sensor size: 1/2.5". Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Megapixels (approx.)
- 6 MP
- Sensor type
- CCD
- Image sensor size
- 1/2.5"
- Maximum video resolution
- 640 x 480 pixels
- Optical zoom
- 12x
- Weight
- 410 g
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PCMag
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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Review: Canon PowerShot S3 IS
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Canon PowerShot S3-IS
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Canon PowerShot S3-IS specifications
Manufacturer code: 1101B009 · Icecat product 562709 · Checked 23 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Megapixels (approx.) | 6 MP |
|---|---|
| Sensor type | CCD |
| Image sensor size | 1/2.5" |
| Maximum video resolution | 640 x 480 pixels |
| Optical zoom | 12x |
| Weight | 410 g |
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Display3 details
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.08 cm (2") |
| Display resolution (numeric) | 115.000 pixels |
Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Memory (RAM) | 16 MB |
|---|---|
| Compatible memory cards | mmc, sd |
Camera, image & video12 details
| Digital zoom | 4x |
|---|---|
| Focal length range | 6 - 72 mm |
| Combined zoom | 48x |
| ISO sensitivity | 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, Auto |
| Camera shutter type | Mechanical |
| Flash modes | Auto, Flash off, Manual, Red-eye reduction |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Playback zoom (max) | 2x |
| Video capability | Yes |
| Lens system | 11 / 9 |
| Camera shutter speed | 15 – 1/3,200 |
| Focal length (35mm film equivalent) | 36 - 432 mm |
Connections & wireless2 details
| I/O ports | USB 2.0 A/V output (PAL/NTSC) |
|---|---|
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
Power & battery2 details
| Battery technology | Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) |
|---|---|
| Battery type | NB4-300 |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions4 details
| Product colour | Black |
|---|---|
| Width | 113.4 mm |
| Depth | 78 mm |
| Height | 75.5 mm |
Software & compatibility2 details
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 98SE / Me / 2000 SP4 / XP / XP SP1-2 OS X v10.2 - 10.4 |
Further product details5 details
| PictBridge | Yes |
|---|---|
| Scene modes | Night, Night landscape, Night portrait, Portrait, Sports, Landscape |
| Data compression | Superfine, Fine, Normal |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Digital SLR | No |
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