Canon PowerShot ZOOM Telephoto Monocular (2020)
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Product Overview
Canon PowerShot ZOOM telephoto monocular is a specialty camera / monocular designed for birdwatching and nature gazing. In a compact package, it offers telephoto range up to 800mm full-frame equivalent, with stills and video capabilities.
The PowerShot ZOOM comes with a 3-step zoom between 100, 400, and 800mm that are instantly switchable. Canon is able to pack the PowerShot ZOOM's relatively bright f/5.6 (@100mm) and f/6.3 (@400mm) fixed apertures in this small package, thanks to the 1/3-inch diagonal CMOS sensor size.
With a microSD card, the user can capture images and record videos just like it is with any PowerShot camera. Thanks to wireless connectivity that includes both WiFi and Bluetooth, s/he can quickly pair their smart devices to the monocular and easily download the files, perhaps to share on social media.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 18% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Exceptionally compact
- Very light
- Great reach
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Very low 12 MP resolution
- Lacks weather sealing
What external reviewers found***
External score 53% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Good image quality
- Good image stabilization
- Sleek, compact design
- Lightweight and portable
- Easy to use
Cons
- Poor autofocus
- No telephoto lens
- Image quality isn't great for distant subjects
- No tripod mount
- No tripod socket
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
USB-C 2.0
Wireless Connectivity
WiFi, Bluetooth 4.2
Construction
Form Factor
Compact camera with zoom lens
Image Size
1/3" (4.8 x 3.6 mm)
Microphone
Stereo
Optical Formula | Elements
11 elements
Optical Formula | Groups
8 groups
Sensor | Resolution
12 MP (4000 x 3000)
Sensor | Type
CMOS
Dimensions
Size | Depth
103 mm / 4.06 in
Size | Height
51 mm / 2.01 in
Size | Width
33 mm / 1.30 in
Weight
145 g / 5.12 oz
Display
Display Type
No
Viewfinder | Coverage
0.39-inch EVF OLED, 100% coverage @ 59.94 fps
Viewfinder | Resolution
2.36 million dots
Viewfinder | Type
Electronic
Function
Angle Of View
24.4° Diagonal | 20.4° Horizontal | 13.7° Vertical (wide) ~ 6.2° Diagonal | 5.2° Horizontal | 3.4° Vertical (tele)
Aperture
f/5.6 (wide) ~ f/6.3 (tele)
Autofocus
Contrast detection (Approx. 100% coverage)
Focal Length (35mm Equivalent)
100 mm, 400 mm, [800 mm (digital zoom 2x)]
Image Stabilization
Optical
ISO Range
100 - 3200
Operating Temperature
0˚C - 40˚C
Processor
DIGIC 8
Video Codecs
MPEG-4, H.264
Video Recording
FHD 29.97p (NTSC) / 25p (PAL)
Weather Resistance
No
Zoom
4x optical zoom, Digital zoom available
Performance
Battery Life
150 shots
Battery Life | Stills
150 shots
Battery Life | Video
60 min
Max Burst Rate
10 fps
Min Focus Distance
1000 mm / 39.37 in
Shutter Speed
1/8000 - 1/30 sec
Storage
MicroSD
Production
Availability
2020-11
Battery
800 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Debut
2020-10-14
Related Products
None found
3rd-Party Review Videos
External Reviews
pcmag[1]
Reviewer score 64%The PowerShot Zoom uses a much smaller image sensor, a 1/3-inch-class chip with 12MP resolution. The small sensor and the lens' modest aperture (f/5.6 at 100mm and f/6.3 at 400mm) limit you to using it in daylight. The Zoom doesn't have a tripod socket, but will sit level on a flat surface.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Sleek, compact design
- Good image quality
- Built-in remote viewfinder
Cons
- Image quality isn't great for distant subjects
- No tripod socket
techradar[2]
Reviewer score 45%The PowerShot Zoom uses a tiny 1/3in sensor and has an ISO 100-3200 range fixed to auto. Scenes and menus are viewed through the 2.36MP EVF. The lens offers 4-axis stabilization, which is effective even for video capture. Poor focusing is not only a pain for making pictures, but for clear viewing too.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Good image quality
- Easy to use
- Compact design
Cons
- Poor autofocus
- No tripod mount
tomsguide[3]
Reviewer score 51%Canon's PowerShot Zoom can take photos at 100mm and 400mm, and digital zoom at 800mm. The zoom range is impressive, but there's a general lack of sharpness and definition. The camera also has optical image stabilization, but Canon did not specify to the number of stops.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Lightweight and portable
- Easy to hold
- Good image stabilization
Cons
- No tripod mount
- No telephoto lens
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References
- ^ Canon PowerShot Zoom Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/canon-powershot-zoom. 2020-11-25. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Canon PowerShot Zoom review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/canon-powershot-zoom. 2020-11-07. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Canon PowerShot Zoom review (hands on). [tomsguide]. https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/canon-powershot-zoom-review. 2020-10-14. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
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