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Canon S90

Started Mar 13, 2019 | Discussions thread
GeraldW Veteran Member • Posts: 8,872
Re: Canon S90

I've had an S90 from introduction, until just recently, when I gave it to a friend.  It's OK, I still have an S95.

I have a couple of recommendations.  First, because the camera is shaped like a used bar of soap, it's hard to get a good grip on.  So go to B&H and order a Flip-bac G3 stick-on front grip.  It's a huge help in holding the camera and doesn't stick out further than the lens, so it doesn't impede pocketability.  They are about $10.

Second go to the Lensmate web site and look for a Rear Wheel Solution Ring.  Susan Doel, the founder of Lensmate cooked these up specifically for the S90.  It's adhesive backed and fits around the cluster of buttons and the little wheel on the back of the camera.  The wheel is very easy to turn, and the buttons easy to press accidentally.  The ring prevents that; but the controls are still easy to use when you want to.  Nicely engineered.  I believe Susan works for Boeing.  About $5.

As far as settings, I use JPEGs.  I recommend one or two steps of additional sharpening, and shooting most outdoor shots at -1/3 exposure compensation.  The S90 is a little soft at the factory default settings.  By the way, the S90 uses the same sensor and processor as the larger G11.

Those are great little cameras, and mine was my pocket camera on many cruises and land trips.  Enjoy.

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Jerry

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