The Canon Powershot S5 IS is a full featured "super zoom" style camera with all the manual controls of an entry level DSLR combined with the ease of use of a point and shoot.
This camera is perfect for those who have outgrown the average point and shoot camera and are ready to move up to something more sophisticated, but who wish to avoid the daunting task of creating a collection of DSLR lenses.
The Powershot S5 IS features all the manual settings, including aperture priority, shutter priority, and full manual. It also features fully automatic shooting with auto focus. Plus it has presets for particular situations, such as landscapes, portraits, night shots, action and more.
One of its best features is the full articulating LCD with live view. The LCD swings out, then swivels up and down, giving the photographer the opportunity to take photos from practically any angle. This camera also features standard definition video recording, plus the ability to mount a flash on a the hot shoe.
