Particularly in the compact camera market one has the feeling that almost every six months new models coming to market. In this case it is the PowerShot SX600 HS Canon. At first glance, the individual elements actually read toll: 18 x zoom, which can be expanded even as 36x Zoom Plus. For this 16-megapixel resolution. These nonstandard image stabilizers and the feature Intelligent IS to prevent camera shake and blurring. As a special extras the camera even WLAN and NFC compatible (but what is more important to me). But to take the practicability of the camera somewhat more closely, I have this come along on some hikes and tested for heart and kidney. Negative me initially falls on the so-called Feature Creative shot. Behind it hides a Fuktion to include an additional 5 creative images from a recording. As Canon calls it, 5 artful and often surprising ways are interpreted from a motive. Sounds great, but annoys me because I like to manually select them, the filters and effects and insets. As I let myself cynically considered not to be surprised. Thus, this is a feature that is only suitable for snapshot fans, but not for someone who is master of the situation even in his recordings. While there are some program modes, but only control exposure, but less the effect programs. Minus point! The zoom works but perfectly. Up to a reasonable distance and the image stabilizer is really very good. When the zoom is fully but already make slight camera shake noticeable, which was also to be expected. Since it is recommended to use a tripod, a stand when or a very steady hand. It is also striking that the PowerShot SX600 HS takes great still images when shooting in very low light. This was in many compact cameras actually been more of a problem, what this camera but really copes well. Plus. The photographs themselves are really good, even if purists will certainly not find a fly in the ointment. But it is quite sufficient for my needs. (Denote myself as ambitious amateur clippers). The colors are natural without distortion and also the sharpness is really good. This is noticeable especially at the monitor, where you get shown a high level of detail. The video recordings are also very good. The camera has no length limit. The pictures are also very sharp and natural. The sound is clear, without noise and distortion, but of course there is a lack of bass and dynamics. Here are a few just summary information: The handling is intuitive. Who had been 1, 2 digital cameras, will certainly get along without guidance, which was not attached to any case. Also missing a transmission cable to the PC, which must be purchased subsequently itself. The battery capacity is sufficient. A battery charger is included with. The camera is nicely compact and handy, yet sturdy design and does not feel to cheap plastic. The flash must be taken off manually; one is from the camera but noted when necessary. The flash output is ok / adequate, but not earth-shattering. The display monitor is a nice size. The hybrid car function (created for each image a short film) is unnecessary / redundant for me.
Conclusion: The camera is ideal for people suitable, where the auto setting is perfectly adequate. All those who like using effects or makes manual adjustments, but should rather not blind to access, even if the picture quality very good indeed fails.
