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Nov 29, 2011

How do I set my camera in raw?

I have a Canon Powershot sx100IS and do not know if it has raw, if it has how do I set it? What are the advantages of raw? and do I need a special program to pass it to my computer?

You have a nice camera, however, it does not support RAW. If you want a Point and Shoot camera that support RAW look into buying the G10 if not just move to a DSLR something like Xs or XSi for beginners.

If you was able to shoot RAW the advantages are way to many to list. Overall ability to edit and correct your files. Something you cant do at will with a compress file like .jpg! You’ll be able to fix blemishes, white balance, color temperature, exposure, etc etc etc. It’s great if you want to break free and get creative with your pictures ..

Lastly, yes you need an additional program for this. However you will get a freeware with the disk you received in the camera. Or you can purchase programs like Light Room which I use and totally love and recommend!
Hope this help!

  1. SgtPepper Said,

    Your camera doesn’t have RAW support.
    References :
    http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/SX100IS/SX100ISDAT.HTM

  2. empenage2003 Said,

    good luck. here’s pdf downloads
    http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=15672#DownloadDetailAct
    References :

  3. RiKan HaVoK Said,

    You have a nice camera, however, it does not support RAW. If you want a Point and Shoot camera that support RAW look into buying the G10 if not just move to a DSLR something like Xs or XSi for beginners.

    If you was able to shoot RAW the advantages are way to many to list. Overall ability to edit and correct your files. Something you cant do at will with a compress file like .jpg! You’ll be able to fix blemishes, white balance, color temperature, exposure, etc etc etc. It’s great if you want to break free and get creative with your pictures ..

    Lastly, yes you need an additional program for this. However you will get a freeware with the disk you received in the camera. Or you can purchase programs like Light Room which I use and totally love and recommend!
    Hope this help!
    References :

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