Sports

If you're thinking of buying the SX30 IS for shooting sports, you may be disappointed. What's more important is speed, and this camera is fairly slow with a noticeable shutter lag and somewhat long shot-to-shot times. There are two continuous options: one with autofocus and one without. If you opt to skip the AF, focus and exposure are set with the first shot, so any fast movement will likely result in out-of-focus images. Plus, moving subjects move quickly out of frame and even with the Frame Assist button that zooms the lens in and out, it can be very difficult to track subjects. With all of that said, if you're good at anticipating action and aren't looking to make poster-size prints, this camera will certainly bring you closer to your favorite player. (View larger.)