Canon PowerShot SX120 IS Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot SX120 IS is a 10MP 1/2.5 inch compact camera — with SD (480p) video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
Key Features — Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
10MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor: Captures 10-megapixel images on a 1/2.5-inch sensor, suitable for everyday photography and standard-sized prints.
Optical Image Stabilization: Lens-based OIS reduces camera shake during handheld shooting, helping produce sharper images in lower light or at longer zoom ranges.
AA Battery Compatibility: Runs on 2x AA batteries in alkaline, NiMH, or lithium form, making replacements easy to find anywhere without a proprietary charger.
DIGIC 4 Image Processor: Canon's DIGIC 4 engine handles image processing and supports the camera's autofocus and color rendering functions.
Face Detection AF: Automatically identifies and focuses on faces in the frame, useful for portraits and group shots.
Five In-Camera Color Profiles: Offers Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Black & White picture styles for basic creative control without post-processing.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.5 inch |
| Resolution | 10MP |
| Processor | DIGIC 4 |
| ISO Range | 80 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Burst Rate | 0.9 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | SD (480p) |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
Description — Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
The Canon PowerShot SX120 IS is a 10-megapixel point-and-shoot camera equipped with a 1/2.5-inch sensor and the DIGIC 4 image processor. It supports an ISO range of 80 to 1600 and features Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) to help keep shots sharp during handheld use. Autofocus is handled by a Contrast Detection and Face Detection AF system with 9 focus points.
The 3.0-inch fixed LCD with 230,000 dots covers composing and image review duties. Five color profiles — Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Black & White — are available for stills, while video is captured at up to 30fps in 8-bit color. Storage uses SD and SDHC cards, and the camera connects via USB.
Power comes from 2x AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium), rated at approximately 370 shots per charge on NiMH. The plastic body weighs just 285g and measures 111 x 71 x 45 mm, with no weather sealing.
Pros — Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
- ✓Optical image stabilization (OIS) helps reduce camera shake for handheld shooting
- ✓Flexible battery options — accepts alkaline, NiMH, or lithium AA batteries, with up to 370 shots per charge on NiMH
- ✓Five color profiles available (Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White) for in-camera creative control
Cons — Canon PowerShot SX120 IS
- ✗No weather sealing — bodyDesign.weatherSealing is listed as 'None'
- ✗Slow burst mode at just 0.9 frames per second limits action shooting capability
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for wireless image transfer
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