"New" Canon SX1 IS
Jan 27, 2014 19:23:46 #
I just ordered a factory refurbished Canon SX1 IS for a pretty good price--awaiting arrival. I know it burns through AA batteries, but I borrowed one a while back & liked it, so I took a chance. Any thoughts that I might need to know about?
Jan 27, 2014 19:48:19 #
Jan 27, 2014 19:54:15 #
djtravels wrote:
For one...rechargeable batteries. Enjoy your new camera.
That one I'm aware of. I plan to have a couple of sets ready upon arrival.
Thanks, JM
Jan 27, 2014 21:42:23 #
My wife shots with one of those and her photos are sharp even at full telephoto. Only three cons are the batteries, the lens caps doesn't like to stay on and the battery/memory stick cover is awkward for her to deal with; other than those minor things, she loves it.
Jan 27, 2014 22:38:27 #
jaymatt wrote:
That one I'm aware of. I plan to have a couple of sets ready upon arrival.
Thanks, JM
Thanks, JM
Eneloop batteries hold their charge very well.
Jan 27, 2014 23:48:09 #
Jan 28, 2014 03:41:17 #
jaymatt wrote:
I just ordered a factory refurbished Canon SX1 IS for a pretty good price--awaiting arrival. I know it burns through AA batteries, but I borrowed one a while back & liked it, so I took a chance. Any thoughts that I might need to know about?
I've had one since I went to Hilo in 2009. It's the one camera I won't sell. I use Energizer Lithium batteries which seem to last quite a while. I'd say something about image quality, were it not for the fact that I possess the unofficial Guinness record (the beer record, not the book record) as the Northern Hemisphere's worst photographer. That's because I've never been to the Southern Hemisphere. When I go, I'm sure to pick up the World's record. My sister and SWMBO have both used the camera and do very well with it. The only disadvantage is the inability to use filters, a problem I've solved with a collection of "A" sized Cokin filters and a universal Cokin bracket. You'll enjoy it, I'm sure.
Jan 28, 2014 07:55:16 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Eneloop batteries hold their charge very well.
And they come fully charged when delivered.
Jan 28, 2014 07:57:21 #
johneccles wrote:
And they come fully charged when delivered.
:thumbup:
I finally got rid of all my old ni-cads, so now I'll have to start replacing the non-Eneloops.
Jan 28, 2014 09:15:26 #
paulevy
Loc: Lawrenceville, NJ USA
Check this out and get lithium batteries. http://www.youtube.com/embed/Y_m6p99l6ME
Jan 28, 2014 09:43:18 #
paulevy wrote:
Check this out and get lithium batteries. http://www.youtube.com/embed/Y_m6p99l6ME
Did you see how you can unlock a car door with a potato?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMyYlf6yFcg
Jan 28, 2014 10:53:12 #
jaymatt wrote:
I just ordered a factory refurbished Canon SX1 IS for a pretty good price--awaiting arrival. I know it burns through AA batteries, but I borrowed one a while back & liked it, so I took a chance. Any thoughts that I might need to know about?
Buy some Eneloop batteries and charger.
Jan 28, 2014 16:35:43 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Did you see how you can unlock a car door with a potato?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMyYlf6yFcg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMyYlf6yFcg
Got me--cute. :thumbup: :thumbup:
Jan 28, 2014 16:44:25 #
jaymatt wrote:
Got me--cute. :thumbup: :thumbup:
I've seen others that used a tennis ball, etc. What they don't show is the guy standing to the side with the remote in his hand. :D
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