why is it called "old Model"

there is a newer verson called the sx280 hs which has a newer sensor and wifi or something over the sx260. I have both, well my wife uses the sx280 and I have the sx260 as a backup camera when I don't use my Nikon. the sx280 seems to be a little better in speed, ie less lag between shots is the main difference that Ive noticed between the two models, and maybe the 280 has a little better low light ablitity. If your looking between the 260 and the 280, get the 280 if the price difference isn't to much.

Can anyone tell me why I would want to get this camera which is very well rated but is12mp instead of a 16?

Pixels, schmixels. Sensor size is more important. You will never be able to the tell the difference between 12 MP and 16 MP with this camera's sensor. Carrying around extra useless pixels just makes bigger files with essentially no improvement in quality.

i Have found that pets have a hard time using this camera....... what is your question??

How is the sharpness of shots at full zoom?

I traveled to South Africa this spring. I took over 700 photos, almost all were at full zoom, especially of hippos in water.... I purchased the Canon PowerShot for just this trip. I practiced quite a bit before the trip as I am not a photo guru and could not hope to handle heavy lenses, changing out, etc.. My photos were just as crisp and clear and got better within a day or so. My moving shots, birds, rushing water with birds swooping, lion cubs, wildebeests on the run, all manner of animals and people and I was never disappointed. The camera was in its case hung from my shoulder, ready to go. I did purchase a backup battery and charged both each evening. I took photos from 8am to dusk as we were out every day and almost all were at zoom. I was never disappointed. AND closeups of butterflies and tiny insects, dung beetles, tiny birds on the back of rhinos --- I was very successful and grateful to the person who recommended the PowerShot to me....... sorry to go on and on, but it is a wonderful camera and I am sure I still have more to learn.

Canon Powershot Sx260 Hs 12 1 Mp Cmos Digital Camera

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📷 Zoom, shoot, and share like a pro—don’t let your memories wait!

ZOOM INTO THE MOMENT - Powerful 20x optical zoom combined with Optical Image Stabilization ensures sharp shots from wide-angle to distant subjects.
GEO TAG YOUR ADVENTURES - Built-in GPS tracks and maps your photo locations, making every shot a story to share with your tribe.
SMART AUTO WITH FACE ID - 58 predefined shooting modes plus Face ID technology for perfectly optimized shots every time—no manual fuss.
SEAMLESS HD STORYTELLING - Record stunning 1080p Full HD videos with stereo sound and instant movie button for effortless creativity.
CAPTURE EVERY DETAIL WITH PRECISION - 12.1MP High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor delivers crisp, vibrant images even in low light.

The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS is a sleek, compact digital camera featuring a 12.1MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 processor for superior image quality. Its standout 20x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilization lets you capture sharp photos from wide-angle to far away. Shoot smooth 1080p Full HD videos with stereo sound using the dedicated movie button. Smart AUTO mode with 58 scene presets and Face ID ensures effortless, optimized shots. GPS functionality records your photo locations, perfect for the modern explorer. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking a versatile, travel-friendly camera with advanced features.

Specifications

ASIN	B0075SUK14
Age Range Description	Adult
Aperture modes	Aperture priority, Manual
Are Batteries Included	Yes
Auto Focus Technology	Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Tracking
Autofocus	Yes
Autofocus Points	9
Best Sellers Rank	#40,824 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #358 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras
Bit Depth	12 Bit
Brand	Canon
Built-In Media	Camera Body & Accessories
Camera Flash	Built-In
Camera Lens	[INF] A 20x optical zoom, wide-angle lens.
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Computers, smartphones, tablets
Compatible Flash Memory Type	SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compatible Mountings	Canon RF
Connectivity Technology	USB
Continuous Shooting	10 FPS
Customer Reviews	4.1 out of 5 stars 1,605 Reviews
Digital Scene Transition	zoom
Digital Zoom	4
Digital-Still	No
Display Fixture Type	Fixed
Display Maximum Resolution	1080p
Display Resolution Maximum	461000
Display Type	LCD
Dots Per Screen	680
Effective Still Resolution	12.1 MP
Expanded ISO Minimum	100
Exposure Control	Aperture priority, Automatic, Easy, Live View Control, Manual, Movie Digest, Program, SCN, Shutter priority
File Format	MP4
Flash Memory Type	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Flash Modes	Auto, On (Scene Modes)
Flash Sync Speed	1/200 or 1/250
Focal Length Description	VeryLong millimeters
Focus Features	Contrast Detection
Focus Mode	Automatic AF (AF-A)
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Form Factor	Compact
Generation	2
HDMI Type	Type C Mini HDMI
Hardware Interface	SDHC, SDXC
Has Color Screen	Yes
Image Capture Type	Video
Image Stabilization	Optical
Image stabilization	Optical
Item Weight	8.1 Ounces
JPEG Quality Level	Fine, Normal
Lens Type	Wide Angle, Zoom
Manufacturer	Canon
Manufacturer Part Number	5900B001
Maximum Aperture	6.8 f
Maximum Focal Length	500 Millimeters
Maximum Image Size	1920 Pixels
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/3200 Seconds
Memory Slots Available	1
Memory Storage Capacity	4 GB
Metering Methods	Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
Minimum Focal Length	25 Millimeters
Minimum Shutter Speed	15 seconds
Model Name	5900B001
Model Number	5900B001
Model Series	PowerShot
Movie Mode	Yes
Night vision	No
Optical Zoom	20 x
Photo Sensor Resolution	12.1 MP
Photo Sensor Size	1/2.3-inch
Photo Sensor Technology	CMOS
Real Angle Of View	66.2 Degrees
Recording Capacity	120 Minutes
Remote Included	No
Screen Size	3.2 Inches
Self Timer	10 Seconds
Sensor Type	CMOS
Series Number	260
Shooting Modes	Automatic, Movie
Skill Level	Professional
Special Feature	16x Digital Zoom
Specific Uses For Product	Photography
Supported File Format	MP4
Supported Image Format	JPEG
Total Still Resolution	12.1 MP
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1
Total Video Out Ports	1
UPC	013803146448
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Video Capture Format	AVC
Video Output	HDMI
Video Resolution	FHD 1080p
Viewfinder	LCD screen
Viewfinder Magnification	1.0x
Warranty Description	1 year limited
White Balance Settings	Auto
Wireless Technology	Yes
Write Speed	200 MB/s to 800 MB/s
Zoom	Digital Zoom, Optical Zoom

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Canon PowerShot SX260 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 20x Image Stabilized Zoom 25mm Wide-Angle Optical Lens and 1080p HD Video (Black)

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