Owner snapshot: Canon PowerShot S90 is worth judging as its own Canon premium compact body, not just as a generic old compact.
Canon S90 is a 2009 digital camera built around 10 MP effective and 1/1.7-inch type CCD. Its listed lens is 35mm film equivalent: 28 (W); 28 (W) - 105 (T) mm f/2.0. That gives you a concrete reason to consider this model instead of treating it as any generic old compact. Before buying, confirm the NB-6L, charger, and SDHC / SD / MMC access, then check the lens movement, screen, and controls on the actual used body.
Specs
Release year
2009
Megapixels
10 MP effective
Sensor
1/1.7-inch type CCD
Lens
35mm film equivalent: 28 (W); 28 (W) - 105 (T) mm f/2.0
Memory card
SDHC / SD / MMC
Max memory
Up to 32GB (SDHC)
Battery
NB-6L
Size
100.0 × 58.4 × 30.9 mm
Weight
Approx. 175 g
Canon PowerShot S90 FAQ
What battery does the Canon PowerShot S90 use?
Canon PowerShot S90 uses NB-6L. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Canon PowerShot S90 take?
Canon PowerShot S90 uses SDHC / SD / MMC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 32GB (SDHC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Canon PowerShot S90 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 10 MP effective Canon digital camera from 2009 with 1/1.7-inch type CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Canon options, compare Canon PowerShot S80 and Canon PowerShot S95.
How do you transfer photos from the Canon PowerShot S90?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Canon PowerShot S90 is worth judging as its own Canon premium compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Canon PowerShot S90 works best when you want a premium compact pocket camera with more control and a stronger lens than basic compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/1.7-inch type CCD and 35mm film equivalent: 28 (W); 28 (W) – 105 (T) mm f/2.0 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Canon PowerShot S110, Canon PowerShot S120, Canon PowerShot G11, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
