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DigitalCameraInfo Sep 4, 2009

It looks like an innocent compact SLR, but the Canon SX1 is actually a paparazzi-pleasing ultrazoom in sheep's clothing, with a 20x zoom plus high-def 1080p video. For the same $600 price, though, you could buy a highly rated interchangeable-lens SLR.

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Akihabara News Apr 24, 2009

Compact, light, good quality construction, the SX1 is definitely not a DSLR. However it takes better photos than an average 10Mpix censor point and shoot, and its 1080p video recording mode is a nice touch if you're looking for a good camera with good HD Video capability.

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I purchased this camera after reading and watching a review on CNET and getting hands on with its lower model sibling the SX10. I have had this camera for a few months and love that it does 1080p video. I ran into some problems with getting a fast enough SDHC memory card to record long periods of...

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