Canon PowerShot SX110 IS - Design
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When it comes to the SX110’s design, there are two schools of thought. On the one hand, the Canon PowerShot SX110 IS is pretty diminutive in comparison to other megazoom cameras. Being only 4.4 inches wide and 2.8 inches high, the SX110 IS can still be classified as a “portable” device. However, unless you have a jacket pocket, or a large purse, you may need a strap-on accessory to transport the camera.
This leads to the second school of thought… the critics who think the Canon PowerShot SX110 IS is just too “big” for a contemporary digital camera. And in many ways, they are right. But remember, most digital cameras, especially those that are more affordable, do not offer megazoom capabilities. So, ultimately, you’ll have to decide whether you want to sacrifice portability in exchange for functionality.
In terms of the camera’s viewing area, everything takes place on a 3-inch screen. This screen is one of the few improvements the SX110 makes over the SX100, as it is 0.5 inches larger. And while that may not sound like much on paper, it does make a profound difference when you’re trying to capture the perfect image. Plus, it makes on-screen interactions a little easier to see.
Speaking of which, the SX110 uses a “wheel” to navigate through on-screen selections. Around this wheel are a few buttons related to display settings, image playback, menu settings, PictBridge and face detection. Most of these buttons are labeled with appropriate icons, so you won’t have to waste time wondering what they do.
As far as general aesthetics, the Canon PowerShot SX110 IS can be considered "average." Both of the models (which are available in black or silver) lack flashy colors or designs. However, this does not mean that their existing colors, along with their general structures, are unappealing. This is especially the case if you’re the type who feels that "simpler" is better in the world of electronics.
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