Customer Rating: 
Summary: Great little HD Camera
Comment: Great little camera takes awesome 16X9 photos and records
HD videos in 1280 x 720 with 16bit stereo sound.
The best part is that the microphone has an auto level control so
if the sound gets to loud the level drops so the sound never gets
distorted, Awesome for concerts and shows in parks.
I had to purchase a little grip called CamGrip it screws in to the tripod
socket this little rubber grip is a great help, in holding this little camera
because its so small at times it's hard to hold. the grip helps a lot.
check it out at CamGrip.com
As for memory cards you will need to purchase big ones
if you are planning on shooting lots of videos get a 16 GB SDHC card.
16GB will give you 50 minutes of HD videos
16GB cards are getting cheaper you could purchase them for around $60.00
As for battery life i get around 40 minutes if you don't zoom in and out too much,
from the Canon battery.
I have seen up to 50 minutes without zooming.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Camera featuring mobility, versatility, and great Canon quality
Comment: It took me many months before I decided to purchase this camera. There are so many reviews, both positive and negative, that it was almost confusing. This camera is really for the individual that wants to be able to take both video and still photography. Is this the best video camera? No. Is it the best still camera? No. Is it the best combo camera? Without a doubt. It offers great versatility and quality in a compact, mobile package.
First let me say that I have shot with a DSLR for years. I love still photography and never thought about going back to point and shoot after owning a Canon Digital Rebel and now a Canon 40D. But over time I wanted something smaller that I could fit in my pocket and take with me to many locations where a DSLR is just too prohibitive. The Canon TX1 was the one for me.
This camera is a just a little wider than some of the small profile Powershot cameras, but it fits very well into the pocket of your pants. It is sturdy and the lens and LCD screen are protected.
Video and Photo Quality:
I was impressed by both the quality of the videos and photos. The only pitfall is the ratio of still photos is 16:9 unless you go into the menu and switch to 4:3. That's not horrible, but I wish there was a button to easily switch back and forth. The zoom was awesome. The videos and photos have great saturation and color.
Use of Buttons/Camera:
The buttons are small and if you are going to hold the camera up and record video for 30 minutes it can be a bit of a pain. However, I don't plan on recording 30 straight minutes of video. If I did, I'd likely be on a tripod. The zoom button works very well and smoothly for transitions during video recording.
LCD Display:
I thought at first it might have too small of a display, however, after using it for a couple of weeks it works very nicely. You can see everything you need to and the quality is excellent and bright.
A couple of side notes:
-The built in microphone is awesome.
-My unit got a little warm when I heavily used it (recording lenghtly vids one after the other), but nothing that alarmed me.
-I picked up 2 Transcend 16GB SDHC CARD (SD 2.0 SPD CLASS 6) with Compact Card Reader and they work great. You get plenty of recording time and photo storage. Fast transfer as well.
-Some people feel that the camera misses the mark in being the perfect video camera or perfect still camera. It's not for that market. Try the camera out somewhere and you will love it. HD video, awesome still shots, compact form...what more can you ask for under $500? Shop around and you can get a really good deal.
Customer Rating:
Summary: A really good tool
Comment: If you're looking an all-in-one that does the job "good" all around, this is it. What you're not going to find is the best camcorder. It's also not the best camera. What it is however, is the best combination of the two, in the smallest size (roughly a pack of cigs). I've taken more video and pictures with this than I have with my "professional" level equipment. I carry this thing around all the time for those impromtu moments.
If you're not going to film the next block buster hit or shoot the cover of Sports illustrated, you'll be MORE than happy with this.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Portable Combo Camera-Camcorder
Comment: Canon PowerShot TX1 7.1MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
I was in the market for a new camera & a new camcorder, to replace my 3.0 MP Olympus & my JVC DV camcorder. In my research , I came across the Canon TX1 . For me, it is the perfect solution. I am by no means an expert photographer- just a guy who wants to be able to take some nice pictures & video of the family. We are going to be taking a big Mediterranean cruise this summer and want to be able to bring back some nice photos & video. Here are the things I was looking for:
1. Compact. This camera is a little larger than some , but still small enough to fit in my pocket without a problem
2. Good video capabilty. This can record Hi-Def video at 30 fps. The video looks great on my Sony LCD TV.
3.Plenty of storage capability. I also purchased through Amazon a Transcend 8GB,class 6 SDHC card for about $35. This allows plenty of room & works great!
4. A good zoom. This camera is the only one of its size with a 10x optical zoom.
I've also found that the Canon face recognition software works well. The red-eye reduction also works pretty well, although I've had a couple photos it didn't clear up.The video looks much better than my old camcorder. I immediately took it to my daughter's water polo game, at an indoor pool with somewhat dim lighting. I was afraid the video wouldn't come out well in that lighting, but it worked wondefully - very good color & balance. The LCD screen is a bit small , but necessarily so to keep the unit compact. The LCD is quite crisp though- much brighter than most. I would say that a person looking for a digital camera that is extremely portable and easy to use, and also needs a camcorder would be well served to purchase one of these. I also got a great price from Worldwide Distributors on Amazon ( about $335). You can also get a Pelican 1010 micro-case which fits this camera nicely for about $13, and a spare Lenmar battery (DLC4L) for about $11 through Amazon. I'm extremely pleased with all the purchases and would highly recommend the TX1 for the family on the go that wants nice pictures & video without lugging a bunch of cumbersome equipment- stick it in your pocket or purse & Go!!!
Customer Rating:
Summary: nice pictures, pretty good movies, funny control layout
Comment:
I've been using this for a month or two and can say it's a fairly decent camera. It works well in day light, and OK indoors. Not at all good as a night video camera.
This is the first camera I have owned that only has an LCD screen, and it is not that usable directly in the Arizona sun.
It certainly is well made and easy to use. However, I find, me mind you, that the zoom control is upside down to how I would imagine it functioning. I also find that the shutter button is a little too far forward.
Video seems to drain the battery pretty quickly so buy some spares.
It does not have the greatest set of options but this is a camera you'll have in your pocket and is not intended to be the be all and all. It's image stabilizer works well except at 8X and beyond.
All in all a great little camera to carry in your back back or glove box.
Summary: Great little HD Camera
Comment: Great little camera takes awesome 16X9 photos and records
HD videos in 1280 x 720 with 16bit stereo sound.
The best part is that the microphone has an auto level control so
if the sound gets to loud the level drops so the sound never gets
distorted, Awesome for concerts and shows in parks.
I had to purchase a little grip called CamGrip it screws in to the tripod
socket this little rubber grip is a great help, in holding this little camera
because its so small at times it's hard to hold. the grip helps a lot.
check it out at CamGrip.com
As for memory cards you will need to purchase big ones
if you are planning on shooting lots of videos get a 16 GB SDHC card.
16GB will give you 50 minutes of HD videos
16GB cards are getting cheaper you could purchase them for around $60.00
As for battery life i get around 40 minutes if you don't zoom in and out too much,
from the Canon battery.
I have seen up to 50 minutes without zooming.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Camera featuring mobility, versatility, and great Canon quality
Comment: It took me many months before I decided to purchase this camera. There are so many reviews, both positive and negative, that it was almost confusing. This camera is really for the individual that wants to be able to take both video and still photography. Is this the best video camera? No. Is it the best still camera? No. Is it the best combo camera? Without a doubt. It offers great versatility and quality in a compact, mobile package.
First let me say that I have shot with a DSLR for years. I love still photography and never thought about going back to point and shoot after owning a Canon Digital Rebel and now a Canon 40D. But over time I wanted something smaller that I could fit in my pocket and take with me to many locations where a DSLR is just too prohibitive. The Canon TX1 was the one for me.
This camera is a just a little wider than some of the small profile Powershot cameras, but it fits very well into the pocket of your pants. It is sturdy and the lens and LCD screen are protected.
Video and Photo Quality:
I was impressed by both the quality of the videos and photos. The only pitfall is the ratio of still photos is 16:9 unless you go into the menu and switch to 4:3. That's not horrible, but I wish there was a button to easily switch back and forth. The zoom was awesome. The videos and photos have great saturation and color.
Use of Buttons/Camera:
The buttons are small and if you are going to hold the camera up and record video for 30 minutes it can be a bit of a pain. However, I don't plan on recording 30 straight minutes of video. If I did, I'd likely be on a tripod. The zoom button works very well and smoothly for transitions during video recording.
LCD Display:
I thought at first it might have too small of a display, however, after using it for a couple of weeks it works very nicely. You can see everything you need to and the quality is excellent and bright.
A couple of side notes:
-The built in microphone is awesome.
-My unit got a little warm when I heavily used it (recording lenghtly vids one after the other), but nothing that alarmed me.
-I picked up 2 Transcend 16GB SDHC CARD (SD 2.0 SPD CLASS 6) with Compact Card Reader and they work great. You get plenty of recording time and photo storage. Fast transfer as well.
-Some people feel that the camera misses the mark in being the perfect video camera or perfect still camera. It's not for that market. Try the camera out somewhere and you will love it. HD video, awesome still shots, compact form...what more can you ask for under $500? Shop around and you can get a really good deal.
Customer Rating:
Summary: A really good tool
Comment: If you're looking an all-in-one that does the job "good" all around, this is it. What you're not going to find is the best camcorder. It's also not the best camera. What it is however, is the best combination of the two, in the smallest size (roughly a pack of cigs). I've taken more video and pictures with this than I have with my "professional" level equipment. I carry this thing around all the time for those impromtu moments.
If you're not going to film the next block buster hit or shoot the cover of Sports illustrated, you'll be MORE than happy with this.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Portable Combo Camera-Camcorder
Comment: Canon PowerShot TX1 7.1MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
I was in the market for a new camera & a new camcorder, to replace my 3.0 MP Olympus & my JVC DV camcorder. In my research , I came across the Canon TX1 . For me, it is the perfect solution. I am by no means an expert photographer- just a guy who wants to be able to take some nice pictures & video of the family. We are going to be taking a big Mediterranean cruise this summer and want to be able to bring back some nice photos & video. Here are the things I was looking for:
1. Compact. This camera is a little larger than some , but still small enough to fit in my pocket without a problem
2. Good video capabilty. This can record Hi-Def video at 30 fps. The video looks great on my Sony LCD TV.
3.Plenty of storage capability. I also purchased through Amazon a Transcend 8GB,class 6 SDHC card for about $35. This allows plenty of room & works great!
4. A good zoom. This camera is the only one of its size with a 10x optical zoom.
I've also found that the Canon face recognition software works well. The red-eye reduction also works pretty well, although I've had a couple photos it didn't clear up.The video looks much better than my old camcorder. I immediately took it to my daughter's water polo game, at an indoor pool with somewhat dim lighting. I was afraid the video wouldn't come out well in that lighting, but it worked wondefully - very good color & balance. The LCD screen is a bit small , but necessarily so to keep the unit compact. The LCD is quite crisp though- much brighter than most. I would say that a person looking for a digital camera that is extremely portable and easy to use, and also needs a camcorder would be well served to purchase one of these. I also got a great price from Worldwide Distributors on Amazon ( about $335). You can also get a Pelican 1010 micro-case which fits this camera nicely for about $13, and a spare Lenmar battery (DLC4L) for about $11 through Amazon. I'm extremely pleased with all the purchases and would highly recommend the TX1 for the family on the go that wants nice pictures & video without lugging a bunch of cumbersome equipment- stick it in your pocket or purse & Go!!!
Customer Rating:
Summary: nice pictures, pretty good movies, funny control layout
Comment:
I've been using this for a month or two and can say it's a fairly decent camera. It works well in day light, and OK indoors. Not at all good as a night video camera.
This is the first camera I have owned that only has an LCD screen, and it is not that usable directly in the Arizona sun.
It certainly is well made and easy to use. However, I find, me mind you, that the zoom control is upside down to how I would imagine it functioning. I also find that the shutter button is a little too far forward.
Video seems to drain the battery pretty quickly so buy some spares.
It does not have the greatest set of options but this is a camera you'll have in your pocket and is not intended to be the be all and all. It's image stabilizer works well except at 8X and beyond.
All in all a great little camera to carry in your back back or glove box.
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