Canon PowerShot S110

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    Highlights

    • 12.1 MP 1/1.7-inch CMOS Sensor
    • 80 - 12,800 Native ISO
    • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 461k dot Fixed Screen
    • 2.1 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Overview

    Canon PowerShot S110 was announced in 2012 and is a 1/1.7-inch (7.44 x 5.58 mm) Standard Compact camera with 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 80 to 12,800. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 461k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Canon PowerShot S110 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Predecessor
    4. Successor
    5. Screen
    6. Sensor
    7. Photography Features
    8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    9. Other Features
    10. Physical Parameters
    11. For Different Types of Photography
    12. Evaluation
    13. Specifications  

    Here is the Canon PowerShot Sx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Canon PowerShot Sx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Canon S200
    Compare
    		February
    2014    		 12.1 MP
    1/1.7-inch    		 80 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon S120
    Compare
    		November
    2013    		 12.1 MP
    1/1.7-inch    		 80 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Canon S110 September
    2012    		 12.1 MP
    1/1.7-inch    		 80 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Canon S100
    Compare
    		December
    2011    		 12.1 MP
    1/1.7-inch    		 80 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon S95
    Compare
    		November
    2010    		 10 MP
    1/1.7-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon S90
    Compare
    		April
    2010    		 10.0 MP
    1/1.7-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Canon PowerShot S200 vs PowerShot S120 vs PowerShot S110 vs PowerShot S100 vs PowerShot S95 vs PowerShot S90.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot S110.

    PROS

    •   Video Capture
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Light - 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz)
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.1 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low DxO Overall Score - 48
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Screen Size - 3.0"

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Canon PowerShot S110 to its predecessor PowerShot S100 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Canon PowerShot S110 vs Canon PowerShot S100
    Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
    Touch-to-Focus vs
    Selective Autofocus vs
    Continuous Autofocus vs
    Touch Screen vs
    Higher DxO Low Light ISO 168 vs 153
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
    Built-In Wi-Fi vs Eye-Fi Connection possible
    DOWNGRADES Canon PowerShot S110 vs Canon PowerShot S100
    Lower Max Continuous Shooting 2.1 fps vs 2.3 fps
    Lower DxO Color Depth 20.6 vs 20.7
    Lower DxO Dynamic Range 11.2 vs 11.6
    Lower DxO Overall Score 48 vs 50
    Built-in GPS vs

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Canon PowerShot S110 vs PowerShot S100.

    Successor

    In 2013 Canon PowerShot S110 was replaced by Canon PowerShot S120. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Canon PowerShot S110 and its successor.

    UPGRADES Canon PowerShot S120 vs Canon PowerShot S110
    Sensor Type BSI-CMOS vs CMOS
    More Powerful Processor DIGIC 6 vs DIGIC 5
    Timelapse Recording vs
    Center Autofocus vs
    Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/1.8 vs f/2.0
    Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.7 vs f/5.9
    Higher Resolution Screen 922k dot vs 461k dot
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 12.1 fps vs 2.1 fps
    Higher DxO Low Light ISO 246 vs 168
    Higher DxO Color Depth 21.3 vs 20.6
    Higher DxO Dynamic Range 11.9 vs 11.2
    Higher DxO Overall Score 56 vs 48
    Longer Battery Life 230 shots vs 200 shots
    DOWNGRADES Canon PowerShot S120 vs Canon PowerShot S110
    Heavier 217 g (0.48 lb / 7.65 oz) vs 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Canon PowerShot S110 vs PowerShot S120.

    Screen

    Fixed Touchscreen

    Canon PowerShot S110 has a 3.0" Fixed touchscreen with 461k dot resolution which is quite low by today's standards.

    Sensor

    Canon PowerShot S110 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/1.7-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 41.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 12,800.

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with DIGIC 5 processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 2664, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Canon PowerShot S110.

    Canon S200
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    1/1.7-inch

    12.1 MP

    Canon S100
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    1/1.7-inch

    12.1 MP

    Canon S95
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    1/1.7-inch

    10 MP

    Canon S120
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    1/1.7-inch

    12.1 MP

    Canon S90
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    1/1.7-inch

    10.0 MP

    Sony HX90V
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    1/2.3-inch

    18.2 MP

    Sony W310
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    1/2.3-inch

    12.1 MP

    Samsung WB30F
    Image cannot be found

    1/2.3-inch

    16.2 MP

    Panasonic FS42
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    1/2.5-inch

    10.1 MP

    Fujifilm XP130
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    1/2.3-inch

    16.4 MP

    Canon A2100 IS
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    1/2.3-inch

    12.1 MP

    Panasonic FP2
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    1/2.33-inch

    14 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Canon PowerShot S110 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Canon PowerShot S110 comes with NB-5L battery pack with battery life of 200 shots.


    External Storage Slots

    The camera has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Canon PowerShot S110's shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 2.1 fps.


    Flash

    Canon PowerShot S110 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m.

    Physical Parameters

    Canon PowerShot S110 has dimensions of 99 x 59 x 27 mm (3.9 x 2.32 x 1.06"). It weighs 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    99 mm (3.9")

    59 mm (2.32")

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    59 mm (2.32")

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    Canon PowerShot S110 dimensions

    Canon PowerShot S110 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Canon PowerShot S110 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    AVERAGE
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    Canon PowerShot S110 gets a score of 65 and is AVERAGE choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    74

    Canon PowerShot S110 gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.1 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    GOOD
    70

    Canon PowerShot S110 gets a score of 70 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.1 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    79

    Canon PowerShot S110 gets a score of 79 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    EXCELLENT
    85

    Canon PowerShot S110 gets a score of 85 and is EXCELLENT choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz)

    Travel Photography

    EXCELLENT
    87

    Canon PowerShot S110 gets a score of 87 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots

    Canon PowerShot S110 Evaluation

    We evaluate Canon PowerShot S110 and give score of 66 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
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    Sensor

    AVERAGE
    63

    We give Canon PowerShot S110 a score of 63 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   Low DxO Overall Score - 48

    Photo

    AVERAGE
    67

    We give Canon PowerShot S110 a score of 67 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.1 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Canon PowerShot S110 a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    GOOD
    76

    We give Canon PowerShot S110 a score of 76 for Focusing parameters.

    •   9 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    GOOD
    71

    We give Canon PowerShot S110 a score of 71 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    75

    We give Canon PowerShot S110 a score of 75 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    44

    We give Canon PowerShot S110 a score of 44 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots


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