28 January 2026

Zinnia with Canon PowerShot SX50 HS

 Orange Zinnia Flower with the 2012 Canon PowerShot SX50 HS / Speedlite Flash

Zinnia Flower with Canon Powershot SX50 HS
Zinnia Flower : Canon PowerShot SX50 HS (Av Mode / Speedlite)

With its 12-MP sensor (2012) and RAW file support the Canon PowerShot SX50 HS can still deliver a few reasonable images. 

The indoor dusks lighting conditions were considerably improved by using the Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT flash (bounced), Zinnia flower was positioned against of one of my Samsung 24" LEDs. 

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS Settings
  • AV Mode f/5.6
  • Auto-ISO
  • 27.8mm (35mm  equivalent 162mm)
  • Raw File Format (CR2)
  • Speedlite 430EX III-RT flash (TTL Mode)
  • IS On / Handheld

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS Relevance 2026


More About the Canon PowerShot SX50 HS

The Canon PowerShot SX50 HS is a bridge camera known for its extensive 50x optical zoom lens, a 12.1 MP CMOS sensor, and RAW image capture support.

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS Core Specifications
  • The Canon PowerShot SX50 HS features a 12.1 Megapixel 1/2.3" back-illuminated CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 5 image processor. 
  • Its notable lens is a 50x optical zoom equivalent to 24–1200mm with an f/3.4–f/6.5 aperture. 
  • The camera includes 4.5-stop optical Image Stabilization with Intelligent IS and offers an ISO range of 80 to 6400. 
  • It supports various autofocus modes including Face Detection and Manual Focus, with shutter speeds from 15 to 1/2000 sec. 
  • Continuous shooting is possible at approximately 13 shots/sec for up to 10 shots in High-speed Burst HQ mode. 
  • Video recording is available in Full HD 1080p at 24fps with stereo sound, as well as Super Slow Motion Movie modes. 
  • The camera saves still images in JPEG, RAW, and RAW+JPEG formats, and videos in MOV (H.264 + Linear PCM stereo) and iFrame. 
  • It has a 2.8" Vari-angle LCD monitor (approx. 461,000 dots) and a built-in EVF. 
  • Storage is compatible with SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards. 
  • Connectivity includes Hi-Speed USB, HDMI Mini Connector, A/V output, and an external flash hot shoe. 
  • It uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-10L, rated for about 315 shots using the LCD. 
  • The camera measures approximately 122.5 x 87.3 x 105.5 mm and weighs around 595g with battery and memory card.

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS Key Features
  • Extensive Zoom Range: The 50x optical zoom lens offers a broad 24mm to 1200mm perspective.
  • HS System: The sensor and processor combination provides high image quality and reduced noise.
  • RAW Support: 12-bit RAW capture allows for flexibility in post-processing.
  • Vari-angle LCD: The articulating screen enables flexible shooting angles.
  • Zoom Framing Assist: This function aids in tracking distant subjects during zooming.