Canon PowerShot SX10 IS

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Canon PowerShot SX10 IS
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Manufacturer code2665B011

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About the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS

Canon 2665B011 is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel: 10 MP; image sensor size: 1/2.3"; maximum video resolution: 640 x 480 pixels. This entry covers manufacturer code 2665B011. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.

For Canon PowerShot SX10 IS, the recorded details include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel (approx.): 10 MP; sensor type: CCD. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.

Camera type
Compact camera
Megapixels (approx.)
10 MP
Sensor type
CCD
Image sensor size
1/2.3"
Maximum image resolution
3648 x 2736 pixels
Maximum video resolution
640 x 480 pixels

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4.00 / 5

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4.50 / 5

Original rating: 4.5 / 5

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Canon PowerShot SX10 IS specifications

Manufacturer code: 2665B011 · Icecat product 2077437 · Checked 23 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.

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Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — key specifications
Camera typeCompact camera
Megapixels (approx.)10 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Image sensor size1/2.3"
Maximum image resolution3648 x 2736 pixels
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Optical zoom20x
Image stabilizerYes
Weight560 g

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Display2 details
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Display
DisplayLCD
Screen size6.35 cm (2.5")
Processor, memory & storage4 details
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Processor, memory & storage
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
HistogramYes
Image processorDIGIC 4 iSAPS
Camera, image & video20 details
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Camera, image & video
Digital zoom4x
Focal length range5 - 100 mm
Combined zoom80x
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentManual
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
Closest focusing distance0 m
Auto Focus (AF) lockYes
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamYes
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Shutter priority AE
Flash modesRed-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash exposure lockYes
Video recordingYes
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Playback zoom (max)2x
Video capabilityYes
Lens focal rangef/2.8 - f/5.7
Camera shutter speed15 - 1/3200 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)28 - 560 mm
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Printing, scanning & paper
Direct printingYes
Connections & wireless1 detail
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Connections & wireless
InterfaceUSB, A/V
Power & battery2 details
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Power & battery
Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery type4 x AA
Design & dimensions6 details
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Design & dimensions
Custom colourYes
Product colourBlack
Width124 mm
Depth88.3 mm
Height86.9 mm
Dimensions (WxDxH)124 x 88.3 x 86.9 mm
Software & compatibility2 details
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Software & compatibility
Mac compatibilityYes
Compatible operating systemsWindows XP SP2 / Vista (SP1) Mac OS X v10.4 - 10.5
Further product details8 details
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS — Further product details
Flash range (wide)0.50 - 5.2 m
Flash range (tele)1 - 2.8 m
PictBridgeYes
Scene modesBeach, Fireworks, Night, Portrait, Sports, Sunset, Underwater, Landscape
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid
Self-timer delay2 s
Built-in flashYes
Digital SLRNo

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