19.2 in. to Infinity (w) / 39.6 in. to Infinity (t)
Macro Focus Range
3.9 - 19.2 in. (w) / 12 - 19.2 in. (t)
Focal Length
7.2 - 50.8 mm
Camera Resolution
8.3 Megapixel
Image Resolutions
640 x 480 • 3264 x 2448 • 2272 x 1704 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
Video Resolutions
320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
Video Speed
15 fps
Max Movie Length
180 Seconds
Video Format
AVI
Aperture Range
f8/f8 (w/t) - f2.4/f3.5 (w/t)
Shutter Speed
15 - 1/4000 sec
White Balance
Auto
Frames Per Second
2.5 Frames
Memory Type
CompactFlash Card Type I • CompactFlash Card Type II
Compression Modes
Fine • SuperFine • Normal • Uncompressed
Compression Type
JPEG • Raw Image
File Size (High Res.)
9.02 MB (14 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)
0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
ISO Speeds
Auto • 50 • 100 • 200 • 400
Flash Type
Built-In
Flash Functions
Flash Off • Auto Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
Viewfinder
Digital
LCD Panel
With LCD Panel
LCD Panel Size
2 in.
LCD Screen Resolution
235,000 pixels
LCD Protected Position
With LCD Protected Position
Interface Type
USB
Video Interface
Video Out
Battery Type
Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life
420 Images
Self Timer
2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Mp3 Built In
Built-in Microphone
With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker
With Built-in Speaker
Tripod Mount
With Tripod Mount
Operating System
Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP
Width
4.63 in.
Depth
3.56 in.
Height
2.84 in.
Weight
1.20 lb.
Warranty
1 Year
Exterior Color
Black
Included Accessories
Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Neck Strap • 64 MB Memory Card • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger • Remote Control • Lens Cap
Product ID
21884384
Product Description
The Pro1 has an extraordinary 8 Megapixels of imaging power, a superb Canon L-series 7x zoom lens, and a host of professional-level capabilities. Yet with all its advanced technology, the Pro1 retains the ease of use that PowerShot cameras are famous for.
Strengths: Compact size ang intuitive design (hand and interface), easy to use from professional or fully amateurs, Hi-Qu Lens series L, large range accessories included on set, high quality of image, firmware can be updated via web, unique property - ND filter, distance control of zoom, auto (with sensor)orientation (hor. or vert.), Perfect display 213000 px, sound note for easy image, owner name on EXIF, very sharplens macro and supermacro mode, exactly color space, speed RAW write.
Weaknesses: Not image stabillizer, clatter lens, shade from flash if shooting 28 with
Bottom Line:
I very low speak english and d'ont write about technical parameters of Canon Powershot Pro 1.
I (and ?? childrens, 9y & 10y.) take over 14000 images (85% ~ 100ISO, 2% ~ 200ISO; 13%~400ISO) with full lens ring (28~200 eqv.) thoroughly Large size and Superfine ~99%.
With images from PSPro 1 sending (printed or uploading) entering of photocontests.
For 1 year we winning 5 awars:
2005 son - 10?, UNEP 2005, World;
2005 daughter 9?,- Bulg?rian ring of EU photo experiments for historical monument, EU;
2005 Best 100 shots of Konica-Minolta,
2005 Photography-Unlimited.com Japan;
2004 Roshe -Bulgaria.
I very low speak english and d'ont write about technical parameters of Canon Powershot Pro 1.
I (and ?? childrens, 9y & 10y.) take over 14000 images (85% ~ 100ISO, 2% ~ 200ISO; 13%~400ISO) with full lens ring (28~200 eqv.) thoroughly Large size and Superfine ~99%.
With images from PSPro 1 sending (printed or uploading) entering of photocontests.
For 1 year we winning 5 awards:
2005 son - 10?, UNEP 2005, World;
2005 daughter 9?,- Bulg?rian ring of EU photo experiments for historical monument, EU;
2005 Best 100 shots of Konica-Minolta Bulgaria,
2005 Photography-Unlimited.com, Japan;
2004 Roche -Bulgaria.
I'ts not boasting. It is result from fully complex of characteristics and propertyes. PSP 1 come this what is necessary in the moment of shooting immediately, for full age ring of consumers from 9 - 50 years, professional or fully amateurs.
Strengths: I can't stop saying how awesome the picture quality is. The L lens really does make a difference! It's also great for macro ... it's super macro mode gets you even closer shots!
Weaknesses: Rather slow focus but you can always use manual with a twist of the ring.
Bottom Line:
This is the second camera I bought after using Powershot S1 IS. What a big difference it was ... I mean ... BIG. In a positive way of course. The Pro 1 has to be the best prosumer camera out there. I bought this camera after a canoeing mishap that took my S1 IS into the water with me and was too costly to repair. I decided to go for the Pro 1 at the time because I wasn't ready for an SLR and it came with features that were important to me - swivel lcd screen, movie mode,etc. And I never regretted it! The L lens really captures amazing quality photos. I now own a digital SLR but refuse to part with this one, so it's always with me as a backup. I highly recommend this camera to anyone who is ready to move on from a low-end consumer camera but still feels uncertain about SLR cameras. You won't be disappointed at what it has to offer you.
Weaknesses: it was the low light focusing, but has none now.
Bottom Line:
i bought this camera a few weeks ago,its an excellent camera, i had lots of problems with low light focusing, until i found out that their is a do-it-yourself update called "firmware"that can be downloaded from canon.com. it salves the problem completely. i recommend this download for all the pro1 users.
Update of earlier review (see below). With the firmware upgrade, this cameras AF performance is now slightly above average. Nothing spectacular, but it is now acceptable for general photography.
My overall grade for this camera has gone from C- to B. So, get the new firmware, if you own this camera.
