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Canon PowerShot S3 IS


	Features	8/10
	More megapixels, a feature-rich movie mode and higher ISO range prove that Canon knows what to improve upon and when

	Build quality	8/10
	The slate-grey exterior might not attract everyone, but the build is sturdy and as reliable as its predecessor

	Handling	7/10
	At-a-touch access to many settings means menus can be regularly avoided

	Quality of results	9/10
	Image quality is sharp and bold, with only minimal noise at high ISOs threatening performance. Image stabilising works a treat at full zoom

	Value for money	7/10
	The S3 falls in a popular price bracket and an increasingly competitive one at that. But it’s a good buy nonetheless



	Its predecessor was a good starting point for this model and the result is another fast and capable ultra-zoom camera, with good image quality		78%