Recent content by BunGee

I just picked up a Canon G7 X following their recent price drop (S$665 street price, incl. GST) and the RX100 III was a close contender (RX100 IV too expensive and G9 X sounds like a step backwards). Just wanted to add that what edged me over to the G7 X was the better zoom and---this one is...

Thanks for the recommendations, everyone. I came across this forum looking for a good place to buy a prosumer camera. I've always bought my previous cameras from Alan Photo (SLS) in the past but it's also great to learn about other good alternatives like Cathay Photo, which appears very...

Hi CanonFanatic, I assume you use flash for your 'low light' candid shots, right? If not, I suspect focusing wldn't be your only problem... holding the camera steady for a long exposure will be a bigger challenge. I did another test just to see how the degree of shuttle lag between the...

without getting too technical, DIGIC is Canon's proprietary imaging engine chip which forms the 'brain' of the camera. DIGIC II is the latest chip turning up in the newer cameras. should be a matter of time before Canon updates their entire range with this chip. for more details, see...

Phew... that was a lot of replies. ok, to answer my own question in the 1st post, I have no regrets upgrading from the IXUS 430 to the IXUS 40. I've been testing the camera extensively today and the much mentioned 'softness' of the picture is an exaggeration, if you ask me. i still have blurring...

I use the Sandisk Ultra II SD cards and have no problems with continuous recording at 640x480 at 30fps. With the prices of Ultra II cards being so low these days, I wouldn't bother even looking for 'normal' or lower speed cards. Just a word of warning if you're planning to buy the IXUS 40 to...

No, I don't use a screen protector but I keep it in a separate compartment in my bag (away from keys and other sharp objects). It may not be overkill 'cos the 2" screen looks like it invites scratchs! I'm definitely more careful with the IXUS 40 than my previous IXUS 430... which i managed to...

Ok, I've done some testing and although it's nothing scientific and far from conclusive, I didn't have any problems focusing in low light with the AF-assist Beam turned off. I guess it really depends on what you define 'low light' to be. The truth is, I usually have more problem with burring...

i just collected my IXUS 40 today (i was actually deciding between this and the Panasonic FX7 but the low battery life of the latter and no sound playback on videos put me off, despite the OIS) firstly, some good news, Canon officially lowered the retail prize for the IXUS 40 about 2 days...

Now you understand my dilemma :confused: I am actually very satisfied with the picture quality of the IXUS 430, no complaints here. The size difference isn't that much but is quite significant when you hold both in your hand. The thinner/smaller/lighter IXUS 40 is much easier to carry...

I have been using the Canon digital IXUS since it was first launched and have been a loyal Canon IXUS fan sincer, upgrading between models. I currently own the IXUS 430 but am very tempted to upgrade (again) to the IXUS 40 'cos of the very attractive size, DIGIC II and amazing video mode ;p...