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Canon S2-IS

In May 2005, I bought a Canon Powershot S2 IS, a DSLR-like digital camera with a 12X image stabilized zoom lens. I am thrilled with the S2. The image quality is outstanding in all but very low light. It does take time learn how to use the S2′s many features and settings correctly, but it’s well worth the effort.


My Canon S2 camera settings

My Canon S2 camera settings

These default settings I use for general photo-taking with the Canon S2IS digital camera. However, I adjustment them if necessary.

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Canon S2 likes and dislikes

While there is little to dislike about the Canon S2 digital camera, there are a couple of issues that really annoy.

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Canon S2 hints and tips

Useful information about features of the S2 that I learned while using the camera

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Canon S2 IS issues

Some of the things I had to learn to deal with while using the S2 IS.

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Canon S2 focusing tips

Like most digital cameras, the S2 IS has some focusing issues. These tips will help you focus more accurately.

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Canon S2 focusing solutions

S2 focus problems and suggested solutions.

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Canon S2 and S5 compared

Except for a new hot shoe on the Canon S5, improvements over the S2 and S3 seem minor.

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Canon S2 and S3 compared

The S3 offers minor, yet useful, features and improvements over the S2. For me personally, it’s not worth the money to upgrade.

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