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CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS Reviews
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Its users give the CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS a very good score for its user-friendliness.They find it very reliable., But they are not unanimous. You can look at the CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS forum to identify problems that users have come across and the suggested solutions.
According to its users, it is very efficient., They mostly agree on this point. On average they find that it is very good value for money You can download the CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS user manual to ensure that its features correspond to your needs.
Manual abstract: to choose [OK], then press the m button. The memory card will be formatted.
Complete formatting.
When formatting ends, [Memory card formatting complete] will appear on the screen. Press the m button.
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Pressing the Shutter Button
Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks. The total capacity of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen may be less than indicated on the memory card.
Pressing the Shutter Button
To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot.
Press halfway (Press lightly to focus).
Press lightly until the camera beeps twice
and AF frames appear where the camera focused.
Press fully (Press fully to shoot).
The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot. Since the shot is being taken while the shutter sound plays, be careful not to move the camera.
Does the length of the shutter sound change?
· Since the time required to shoot differs according to the scene you want to take, the length of the shutter sound may change. · If the camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is playing, the recorded image may be blurry. If you shoot without pressing the shutter button halfway, the image may not be in focus.
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Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.
Turn on the camera.
Press the ON/OFF button.
The start-up screen will appear.
Choose A mode.
Set the mode dial to A. When you point the camera toward the
subject, the camera will make a slight noise as it determines the scene. The icon for the determined scene will appear in the upper right of the screen. The camera will focus on detected faces and display frames on them.
Compose the shot.
Moving the zoom lever toward i
(telephoto) will zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger. Moving the lever toward j (wide angle) will zoom out from your subject, making it appear smaller. (The zoom bar showing the zoom position appears on the screen.)
Focus range (approx.) Zoom bar
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Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
Focus.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and AF frames will appear where the camera focused. Several AF frames will appear when the camera focuses on more than one point.
AF Frame
If [Raise the flash] appears on the screen,
raise the flash manually to shoot. If you manually lower the flash until it closes, it will not fire.
Shoot.
Press the shutter button fully.
The camera will play the shutter sound and shoot. The flash will automatically fire in low light conditions if it has been raised. The image will appear on the screen for about two seconds. You can take a second picture even while an image is displayed by pressing the shutter button again.
What if an icon appears in the upper right of the screen?
The icon for the determined scene will appear in the upper right of the screen. For details on the icons that appear, see "Scene Icons" (p. 160).
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Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
What if...
· What if the color and brightness of the images do not turn out as expected? The scene icon (p. 160) that appears on the screen may not match the actual scene. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (p. 68). · What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward a subject? When faces are detected, a white frame appears on the face of the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range (p. 80). If the main subject moves, however, the gray frames will disappear, leaving only the white frame. · What if a blue frame appears when you press the shutter button halfway? A blue frame appears when a moving subject is detected; the focus and exposure will continuously adjust (Servo AF). · What if the indicator blinks orange and flashes on the screen? Attach the camera to a tripod so that the camera does not move and blur the image. · What if the camera does not play any sounds? Pressing the l button while turning on the camera power will turn off all sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the n button to choose [Mute] in the 3 tab, then press the qr buttons to choose [Off]. · What if the image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting? The subject is too far away for the flash to reach. The effective flash range is approximately 50 cm 3.0 m (1.6 9.8 ft.) at maximum wide angle (j), and approximately 1.0 2.0 m (3.3 6.6 ft.) at maximum telephoto (i). · What if the camera beeps once when the shutter button is pressed halfway? Your subject may be too close. Move the zoom lever toward j and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum wide angle setting and you will be able to focus on subjects that are about 1 cm (0.4 in.) or more away from the end of the lens. Move the zoom lever toward i and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum telephoto setting and you will be able to focus on subjects that are about 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more away from the end of the lens. · What if the lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway? To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting in dark areas. · What if the screen turns off when you try to take an image? When flash recharging begins, the screen turns off. The screen turns on again when recharging ends.
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Viewing Images
You can view the images you have taken on the screen.
Enter Playback mode.
Press the 1 button.
The last image you took will appear.
Choose an image.
Pressing q or turning the  dial counterclockwise will cycle through the images in the reverse order they were taken, from the newest image to the oldest. Pressing r or turning the  dial clockwise will cycle through images in the order they were taken, from oldest to newest. The images change more quickly if you keep the qr buttons pressed, but they will appear coarse. The lens will retract after approximately 1 minute elapses. Pressing the 1 button again while the lens is retracted will turn off the power.
Switching to Shooting mode
Pressing the shutter button halfway, or turning the mode dial in Playback mode switches the camera to Shooting mode.
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Erasing Images
You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.
Enter Playback mode.
Press the 1 button.
The last image you took will appear.
Choose an image to erase.
Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to
display an image to erase.
Erase the image.
Press the a button. Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to
choose [Erase], then press the m button. The displayed image will be erased. To exit instead of erasing, press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose [Cancel], then press the m button.
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Shooting or Viewing Images in Easy Mode
In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons explained on this page and the zoom lever are functional. This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to take worry-free pictures.
Shooting
Set the mode dial to 9. Follow Steps 3 5 on pp. 23 24 to shoot
(no sound will play).
Viewing
Press the 1 button, then press the qr
buttons or turn the  dial to switch images. Press the 1 button, then press the m button, and all the shots you have taken will display for about 3 seconds each. Press the m button again to stop the slideshow. To erase images, follow the steps on p. 27.
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Shooting Movies
The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. The audio will record in stereo.
Enter E mode.
Set the mode dial to E.
Remaining Time
Compose the shot.
Moving the zoom lever toward i will
zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger. Moving the lever toward j will zoom out from your subject, making it appear smaller.
Focus.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
When the camera focuses, it will beep twice.
Shoot.
Press the shutter button fully.
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Shooting Movies Elapsed Time
Recording will start, and [ Rec] and the elapsed time will appear on the screen. Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button. If you change the composition of your shot during shooting, the focus, brightness and tone will automatically adjust.
Do not touch the microphone while
shooting.
Do not press any buttons other than the
Microphone
shutter button while shooting. The sound the buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
Stop shooting.
Press the shutter button fully again.
The camera will beep once and stop shooting the movie. The movie will record to the memory card. Shooting will automatically stop when the memory card fills.
Magnifying the subject while shooting
Pressing the zoom lever while shooting will zoom in on or out from the subject. However, operation sounds will be recorded.
Estimated Shooting Times
Memory Card Shooting Time 4 GB 20 min. 43 sec. 16 GB 1 hr. 24 min. 54 sec.
· Shooting times are based on default settings. · Maximum clip length is approximately 10 minutes. · Recording may stop even if the maximum clip length has not been reached on some memory cards. SD Speed Class 4 or higher memory cards are recommended.
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Viewing Movies
You can view the movies you have shot on the screen.
Enter Playback mode.
Press the 1 button.
The last image you took will appear. appears on movies.
Choose a movie.
Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to
choose a movie, then press the m button. The movie control panel will appear.
Play the movie.
Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to
choose (Play), then press the m button. The movie will play. If you press the m button, you can pause or resume playback. Press the op buttons to adjust the volume. After the movie finishes, appears.
What if you can't play back movies on a computer?
· Install the included software (p. 33). · When watching a movie on a computer, frames may drop, it may not play smoothly, and the audio may stop suddenly depending on the computer's capabilities. · If you use the supplied software to copy the movie back onto the memory card, you can play back the movie smoothly with the camera. For enhanced playback you can also connect the camera to a TV.
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Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing
You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using software included with another Canon-brand compact digital camera, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.
System Requirements
Windows
OS Windows 7 Windows Vista Service Pack 1, Service Pack 2 Windows XP Service Pack 3 The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher (still images), Core2 Duo 1.66 GHz or higher (movies) Windows 7 64 bit: 2 GB or more Windows 7 32 bit, Windows Vista 64 bit, 32 bit: 1 GB or more Windows XP: 512 MB or more (still images), 1 GB or more (movies) USB ZoomBrowser EX: 200 MB or more CameraWindow: 150 MB or more* PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more 1,024 x 768 pixels or higher
Computer model CPU RAM
Interface Free Hard Disk Space Display
* For Windows XP, Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 or later (max. 500 MB) must be installed. Installation may take some time depending on your computer's capabilities.
Macintosh
OS Computer model CPU RAM Mac OS X (v10.4 v10.6) The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. PowerPC G4/G5 or Intel Processor (still images), Core Duo 1.66 GHz or higher (movies) Mac OS X v10.4 v10.5: 512 MB or more (still images), 1 GB or more (movies) Mac OS X v10.6: 1 GB or more USB ImageBrowser: 250 MB or more CameraWindow: 150 MB or more PhotoStitch: 50 MB or more 1,024 x 768 pixels or higher
Interface Free Hard Disk Space Display
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Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing
Preparations
Windows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations.
Install the Software.
Windows Place the CD in the computer's CDROM drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL
CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer's CD-ROM drive.
Begin installation. Click [Easy Installation] and follow the
on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation. If the [User Account Control] window appears, follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.
When the installation finishes, click [Restart] or [Finish]. Remove the CD-ROM. Remove the CD-ROM when your desktop
screen appears.
Macintosh Place the CD in the computer's CDROM drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL
CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer's CD-ROM drive.
Begin installation. on the CD. Double-click the Click [Install], and follow the on-screen
instructions to proceed with the installation.
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Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing
Connect the camera to the computer.
Turn off the camera. Open the cover and insert the included
interface cable's smaller plug (p. 2) firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown. Insert the interface cable's larger plug into the computer. For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the computer.
Turn on the camera.
Press the 1 button to turn on the camera.
Open CameraWindow.
Windows Click [Downloads Images From Canon
Camera using Canon CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will appear. If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow].
Macintosh
CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer. If CameraWindow does not appear, click the CameraWindow icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop).
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Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing
For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow. Click on the task bar. In the screen that appears, click the link to modify the program. Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. Double click .
Transfer and View Images
Click [Import Images from Camera], and
then click [Import Untransferred Images]. All images not previously transferred will transfer to the computer. Transferred images will be sorted by date and saved in separate folders in the Pictures folder. When [Image import complete.] appears, click [OK], then click [X] to close CameraWindow. Turn off the camera and unplug the cable. For details on how to view images using a computer, refer to the Software Guide.
You can transfer images even without using the image transfer function in the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer. There are, however, the following limitations. · It may take a few minutes from when you connect the camera to the computer until you can transfer images. · Images shot in the vertical orientation may be transferred in the horizontal orientation. · Protection settings for images may be lost when transferred to a computer. · There may be problems transferring images or image information correctly depending on the version of the operating system in use, the file size, or the software in use. · Some functions in the included software may not be available, such as editing movies, and transferring images to the camera.
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Accessories
Supplied with Camera
Wrist Strap WS-800 Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST* DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*
AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) *Also available for purchase separately.
Memory Card
USB card reader
Windows/Macintosh Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers
TV
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Separately Sold Accessories
The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available.
Power Supplies
AC Adapter Kit ACK800 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time or when connecting to a computer or printer. Cannot be used to charge the batteries inside the camera. Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300 This dedicated battery charger kit includes both Battery Charger CB-5AH and four NB-3AH rechargeable AA NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time.
You can also purchase NiMH Battery NB4-300, a set of four rechargeable AA NiMH batteries separately. Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 can also be used.
Using Accessories Abroad
The battery and charger kit and AC adapter kit can be used in regions that have 100 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power. If the plug does not fit the outlet, use a commercially available plug adapter. Do not use electrical transformers for foreign travel as they will cause damage.
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Separately Sold Accessories
Flash
High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This externally mounted flash can be used to capture photographic subjects that are too distant for the built-in flash to illuminate.
Printers
Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers By connecting your camera to a Canonbrand PictBridge compliant printer, you can print your images without having to use a computer. For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer.
SELPHY series
Inkjet Printers
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
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Learning More
This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
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Components Guide
Microphone (p. 30) Lamp (pp. 57, 64, 77, 146) Lens Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (pp. 23, 29, 54) Playback: k (Magnify) / g (Index) (pp. 110, 115) Shutter Button (p. 22)
ON/OFF Button (p. 18) Mode Dial Flash (pp. 24, 69, 88) Speaker Date/Time Battery Holder (p. 152) Tripod Socket Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 14) Cover Lock (p. 14) Strap Mount (p. 13)
Mode Dial
Use the mode dial to change the Shooting mode.
P, Tv, Av, M Mode Choose settings yourself to take various types of pictures (pp. 68, 89, 90, 91). Auto Mode You can leave it to the camera to select settings for fully automatic shooting (p. 23). Easy Mode You can shoot just by pressing the shutter button (p. 28). Movie Mode For shooting movies (pp. 29, 99).
Scene Mode You can shoot with the best settings for the scene (p. 58) or add various effects and shoot (p. 59).
If you turn the mode dial while in Playback mode, the camera will switch to Shooting mode.
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Components Guide
Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 42, 159, 161) 0 (Face Selector) Button (p. 84) 1 (Playback) Button (pp. 26, 109) DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 153) A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) / DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 34, 117, 134) b (Exposure Compensation) (p. 68) / a (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 27) - (p. 72) / d (Jump) (p. 111) / o Button
e (Macro) (p. 69) / f (Manual Focus) (p. 86) / q Button Control Dial m FUNC./SET Button (p. 44) h (Flash) (pp. 69, 88) / r Button Q (Self-Timer) (pp. 57, 76, 77) / p Button Indicator (p. 43) l (Display) Button (p. 42) n Button (p. 45)
Control Dial
Turning the control dial allows you to perform operations such as choosing items or switching images. Except for a few operations, the same operations are possible with the opqr buttons.
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Screen Display
Switching the Display
You can change the screen display using the l button. Refer to p. 159 for details on information that appears on the screen.
Shooting
Information Display
No Information Display
Playback
No Information Display
Simple Information Display
Detailed Information Display
Focus Check Display (p. 114)
You can also switch the display by pressing the l button while the image displays right after shooting. However, Simple Information Display is not available. You can change the display that appears first by pressing the n button, then choosing [Review Info] in the 4 tab (p. 148).
Screen Display in Dark Shooting Conditions
The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, the brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different. Screen noise may appear and the movement of the subject may appear somewhat jagged on the screen. This has no effect on the recorded image.
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Indicator
Overexposure Warning during Playback
In "Detailed Information Display" (p. 42), overexposed areas of the image flash on the screen.
Histogram during Playback
High
Low Dark Bright
The graph that appears in "Detailed Information Display" (p. 161) is called the histogram. The histogram shows the distribution of brightness in an image horizontally, and the amount of brightness vertically. When the graph approaches the right side, the image is bright, but when it approaches the left side, the image is dark, and in this way you can judge the exposure.
Indicator
The indicator on the back of the camera (p. 41) will light or blink depending on the camera's status.
Colors Green Orange Status Lights Blinks Lights Blinks Operation Status Shooting preparation complete/Display off (p. 144) Recording/reading/transmitting image data Shooting preparation complete (flash on) Camera shake warning (p. 25)
When the indicator blinks green, data is being recorded to/read from the memory card or various information is being transmitted. Do not turn off the power, open the memory card slot/battery cover, shake or jolt the camera. These actions may corrupt the image data or cause the camera or memory card to malfunction.
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FUNC. Menu Basic Operations
You can set commonly used functions using the ø menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the Shooting mode (pp. 162 165) ...
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Average score for the 1673 opinions:
User vote distribution:
Average score for the 1673 opinions:
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COMMENTS
 works for me., great camera. Excellent camera and easy to use, muy bueno, seems good. Good price., yesi am so happy this is gerat. Brand new looking forward to learning it, much happier with the canon powershot sx130 than our nikon coolpix. has a couple nuances you have to get to know, but overall happy with it., easy to use, loaded with features and functions; excellent value., love the camera, but can't find my user guide. just know that it can do so much more..  love the camera, but hope there are some features that i don't know about yet & can't find my user's guide., aa batteries. I love it. best camera i ever had., so far so good, really enjoy it!!. Good value for money, good zoom, this is an excellent camera. Great starter camera for a new user., good product that i can depend on, good product!!!!!, like it ok.  is a valued one, an excellent camera.just be sure to get some rechargeable batteries.. Have not use it, fantastic coompact camera with full manual control. excellent value for money, excellent camera for the money.. canon shows it's integrity by offering a great camera for a very fair price.. Just bought the camera and so good so far., user guide should have been included. I am frusterated because most of my pictures come out blurry if the subject moves at all.
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Ease of use The users were asked the following question : Is the POWERSHOT SX130 IS easy to use?1673 users answered questions and rated the product on a scale of 0 to 10. The rating is 10/10 if the CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS is very user-friendly. The reviews (rough results) are presented in the following graph : By leaving the mouse on a column for a few seconds, you can see the number of people who voted to make up the score that appears in the horizontal axis. Statistical data : = 7.90
= 2.26The average score balanced by the number of reviews is 7.9 and the standard differential is 2.26. |
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High-performance The users were asked the following question : Is the POWERSHOT SX130 IS highly efficient?1673 users answered questions and rated the product on a scale of 0 to 10. The rating is 10/10 if the CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS is, in its domain, the best on a technical level, the one offering the best quality, or offering the largest range of options. The reviews (rough results) are presented in the following graph : By leaving the mouse on a column for a few seconds, you can see the number of people who voted to make up the score that appears in the horizontal axis. Statistical data : = 8.12
= 2.11The average score balanced by the number of reviews is 8.12 and the standard differential is 2.11. |
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Reliability The users were asked the following question : Is the POWERSHOT SX130 IS reliable, sturdy?1673 users answered questions and rated the product on a scale of 0 to 10. The rating is 10/10 if you think that the CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS is a sturdy product, which will last a long time before breaking down. The reviews (rough results) are presented in the following graph : By leaving the mouse on a column for a few seconds, you can see the number of people who voted to make up the score that appears in the horizontal axis. Statistical data : = 8.11
= 2.12The average score balanced by the number of reviews is 8.11 and the standard differential is 2.12. |
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Value for money The users were asked the following question : Is the POWERSHOT SX130 IS good value for money?1673 users answered questions and rated the product on a scale of 0 to 10. The rating is 10/10 if you think that the CANON POWERSHOT SX130 IS is really not expensive considering its features. The reviews (rough results) are presented in the following graph : By leaving the mouse on a column for a few seconds, you can see the number of people who voted to make up the score that appears in the horizontal axis. Statistical data : = 8.20
= 2.40The average score balanced by the number of reviews is 8.2 and the standard differential is 2.4. |
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