Canon PowerShot S80
The Canon PowerShot S80 is a 2005 compact digital camera with a 1/1.8" CCD sensor (approx. 8.0 MP), a 28-100mm lens, Dedicated Li-ion (NB-2LH) power, and SD card storage.
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About the Canon PowerShot S80
Released in October 2005, the Canon PowerShot S80 is an advanced compact built around a large 1/1.8-inch CCD sensor of about 8 megapixels. The lens covers 28-100 mm in 35mm terms, roughly a 3.6x zoom, and the 28 mm wide end was a distinctive feature among compacts of its time.
The body measures 104.0 x 57.0 x 38.8 mm excluding protrusions and weighs about 225 g, which is solid compared with slim pocket cameras. A high-brightness 2.5-inch low-temperature polysilicon TFT monitor offers a wide viewing angle and 100% field of view. Recording goes to SD cards, and an NB-2LH rechargeable lithium-ion battery supplies power. The ACK-DC20 AC adapter kit was sold separately. The wide angle suits landscapes, interiors and group portraits, and the relatively large sensor was part of its appeal for enthusiasts. It is a heavier compact that rewards careful handling.
Buying one used
The S80 uses an NB-2LH lithium-ion battery; check that it still holds a charge. Test the lens extension, inspect the 2.5-inch monitor and the body for wear, and use an SD card to confirm reliable writing.
Overview
| Maker | Canon |
|---|---|
| Model | PowerShot S80 |
| Released | October 2005 |
Imaging & lens
| Sensor | CCD 1/1.8" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | approx. 8.0 MP |
| Lens | 28-100mm |
| Zoom | 3.6× optical |
| Monitor | 2.5" LCD (approx. 115k dots) |
Power & storage
| Power | Dedicated Li-ion (NB-2LH) |
|---|---|
| Storage | SD card |