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Product Description Canon PowerShot SD1100IS
8.0-megapixel effective recording * 2-1/2" color LCD screen * real image optical zoom viewfinder * 3X optical zoom (4X digital/12X total zoom) * optical image stabilization * 35mm equivalent lens focal length: 38-114mm * top JPEG resolution: 3264 x 2448 *
Product Details
Amazon Sales Rank: #5 in Camera & Photo
Color: Silver
Brand: Canon
Model: SD1100IS
Dimensions: 2.20" h x .90" w x 3.40" l, .28 pounds
Memory: 32MB
Display size: 2.5
Included Software: Yes
Features
8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16x 22-inch prints
3x optical image-stabilized zoom
2.5-inch PureColor LCD II monitor
Face Detection; Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur
Captures images to SD memory cards (not included)
Editorial Reviews Canon PowerShot SD1100IS
Manufacturer Description
Color communicates. It introduces you before you say a word, making the Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Elph the ultimate image-maker. Five fashion-forward hues expressed in pure aluminum add a new burst of excitement to Canon’s Perpetual Curve design. Of course, a camera that brings out the best in you also delivers Canon’s most advanced technology features. Call it style with substance, for a new level of picture taking pleasure. PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Elph Highlights
8.0-megapixel Digital Elph with 3x optical zoom and optical image stabilizer With 8.0-megapixel technology at its heart, the PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Elph brings you high-resolution images that maintain their sharpness and vivid impact even when they’re enlarged and cropped. The 3x optical zoom is a clear winner when it comes to getting up close and personal. And Canon’s invaluable Optical Image Stabilizer reduces the blur of camera movement, even in tricky, low-light situations.
With Canon's Face Detection WB (right), skin tones are not affected by overall lightingEnhanced Canon Face Detection Technology Canon's powerful Face Detection Technology delivers even better results with the new SD1100 IS Digital Elph. The Face Detection Technology continues to recognize faces in a scene, and concentrate exposure (daylight or flash) and focus upon them. But the SD1100 IS Digital Elph adds more: Face Detection WB means the camera concentrates upon faces when calculating white balance for the best possible skin tones. Face Select and Track lets the SD1100 IS Digital Elph user highlight one face among several in a scene, and the camera concentrates on that person, even as they move around the scene. Face Detection Technology is a powerful contributing factor in Canon's new Motion Detection Technology. Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur Life doesn’t stand still for picture-taking. That’s why Canon included its advanced Motion Detection Technology in the PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Elph. This sophisticated feature works in the background to instantly evaluate how fast your subject is moving. Then it automatically selects and sets the optimal exposure and ISO settings to keep everything looking sharp and clear.
When you need higher ISOs for action-stopping shutter speeds, Motion Detection Technology provides it. But when no movement is detected, it allows lower ISOs for excellent color and detail. So whether you’re shooting a bride walking down the aisle, a ballet recital or even a child’s soccer game, you can relax and shoot with confidence knowing you’ve got the picture you intended. Selectable Shooting modes With 18 Shooting Modes including 9 Special Scene Modes, you’re ready for whatever shot comes your way.
2.5-inch PureColor LCD II for bright, accurate color The PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Elph gives you large 2.5-inch LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. Canon’s PureColor LCD II offers more spectacular color, resolution and contrast even when viewed at an angle (compared to PureColor LCD). The screen is highly durable and easy to see in any light with a scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coating. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light -- a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images. DIGIC III Image Processor for sharper images and improved functionality With DIGIC III, your images boast superior quality, the camera operates at top efficiency and battery life is enhanced. What’s more, DIGIC III enables Canon’s Face Detection Technology and Red-eye Correction to give you better, more true-to-life people shots. Simply press the Shutter Button halfway down, and the camera automatically pinpoints the faces in the scene and chooses the ideal focus point. The camera controls exposure settings and flash to keep every face looking bright and natural. Red-eye Correction can be handled in-camera, in two ways. The entirely new Red-eye Correction during shooting uses the Face Detection Technology to recognize and remove red-eye from flash images as they're taken, before the file is written to the memory card. It's also possible to correct red-eye during image playback, using simple settings in the SD1100 IS Digital Elph's menu. iSAPS Technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the fast DIGIC III Image Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance. Red-eye correction Red-eye Correction provides three options for removing red-eye from subjects in flash pictures.
The new Red-eye Correction during shooting actually identifies and corrects red-eye in human subjects as pictures are taken.
The SD1100 IS Digital Elph can be set to automatically detect and correct red-eye during image playback.
The user can manually locate any red eyes in a scene during image playback on the LCD screen, and command the camera to remove them. High ISO The PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Elph features ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater shooting flexibility. The Complete Print Solution The PowerShot SD1100 features a Print/Share button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select Pixma photo printers and Selphy compact photo printers. The PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Elph's Print/Share button makes direct printing easier than ever. Simply connect the SD1100 IS Digital Elph to a Canon Pixma photo printer or Selphy compact photo printer or any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the lighted Print/Share button and print! Also use the Print/Share button to transfer images to a computer (Windows and Macintosh). Print your own ID photos in 28 different sizes or use the Movie Print function to output multiple stills from a recorded movie on a single sheet with a Canon Selphy compact photo printer.
Customer Reviews Canon PowerShot SD1100IS
Canon 1100 I love this camera!!! It was shipped fairly quickly and was exactly what I was looking for at an amazing price. It works fantastic and takes great pictures
Excellent take anywhere camera A lot has already been written about this camera. It has met my expectations for a pocket snapshot and video camera...clear pictures and video while always being just the right size to fit into my small purse or my pocket. There are better cameras that are larger, but they would get left at home due to their inconvenience.
Pretty good I don't know if it's the greatest camera in the world, but I'm very happy with it. It's my first.
Video Like most point-and-shoot digital cameras, the SD1100IS offers a video mode. This shoots at up to 30 frames per second. I found the video quality to be good for a digital camera and on par with other Elphs I’ve shot with. The video is shot with audio, which is good quality but not very loud during playback on the camera. I can hear it much better once the video is transferred to my computer. Battery Life This camera takes a proprietary lithium-ion rechargeable battery; the NB4L. The benefit to this type of battery is that it lasts significantly longer than AA alkalines or lithiums. I have been consistently able to shoot over 350 images on one battery charge, even while reviewing the images repeatedly (what can I say? It’s my new toy…). The first fully charged battery I used in the camera lasted me over a month's worth of shooting, despite my review-happy ways. The down side to this type of battery is that you always need one charged on hand. If your battery dies and you have no time to charge it before an event, you can’t run to a pharmacy or grocery store and pick up a pack of Energizers. I always recommend keeping an extra, charged, on hand as a backup. I actually keep three charged spares on hand (I know, I’m crazy). The battery is included with the camera. Spares are available from Canon for $55.00. I purchased three Digipower CN4Ls (their NB4L equivalent) for $39.99 and they last longer than the factory battery. Each battery takes a little over an hour to charge from full discharge. The battery compartment is located at the bottom of the camera and is easy to install and remove. Memory The Canon Powershot Elph SD1100IS uses Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. Canon has been consistently using these cards in their cameras for the last few years along with Nikon, Kodak, HP, and Casio. For this reason, and the fact that my Dell Laptop has an SD slot, I prefer this type of memory. I use high speed memory in all of my cameras, allowing me to take full advantage of the camera’s continuous shot speeds. High speed cards often boast the ability to conserve battery life because of faster saving times. Previously, I was using a San Disk Ultra II 2 GB SD Memory Card which was more than sufficient for my needs. Somehow I still felt the need to purchase two new 2 GB high speed SD memory cards. I purchased San Disk Extreme III 2 GB SD Memory Cards and they’ve performed very well. I popped them into my SD600 before selling it and noticed increased performance in that camera as well. Storage capacity varies based on the resolution and compression of the image. The higher the resolution, the higher the image quality is. Compression is making the files smaller to conserve space. Low compression results in less loss of quality in the images. The camera offers six resolution settings and three compression settings for still photos. I always recommend and keep my cameras set to the highest resolution and the lowest compression for the best quality images. At these settings, my 2 GB holds 544 images. This card alone has sufficient capacity for my needs, though I keep two extras on hand in case. There are four video-shooting options to choose from. The 2 GB card holds over 12 minutes of video at the highest quality video setting. Durability Though I won’t test the camera’s durability first hand, it feels moderately durable. It is lighter than my SD 600, but has a metal case and feels like it would survive being tossed around. Canon makes a case to fit the camera exactly; the PSC-1000. I purchased one to protect my camera from any scratches. The case is form-fitting and adds negligible mass and weight to the camera, so it still fits easily into a purse. What’s In The Box? Canon Powershot Elph SD1100IS Digital Camera Lithium-Ion Battery NB-4L Battery Charger 32 MB SD Memory Card Wrist Strap CD-ROM USB Cable AV Cable A one-year limited warranty is also included, though I purchased the two-year extended service plan from Dell. Connecting It Connecting the camera to my computer was easy. Simply plug the USB cable in and turn the camera on. The software provided is easy to use, but I preferred to let Windows install its own driver and use my own editing software. Rather than connect the camera, I usually insert my memory card into my laptop or printer to transfer pictures. This also preserves the battery, since the camera need not be powered while pictures are being transferred. Price and Availability The regular retail price of the Canon Powershot Elph SD1100IS is $249.99. I was able to get the camera for $212.49, during a special promotion Dell was running. Dell is advertising the camera as being available exclusive to their site, but it appears to be available on other sites as well. The camera was an excellent value for the price I paid. Other Models Considered There were several other models that I considered before making my purchase. For those whom may be considering the same models, I thought I’d offer some perspective into my decision. All of the cameras I considered were Canon models with their Digic III image processor and image stabilization. Having personal experience with the Canon Powershot Elph SD950IS, it was one of the models I strongly considered. My father owns the SD950IS and it’s a great camera. This camera offers 12 megapixels (2 more than the SD1100IS), 3.7X zoom (.7 more than the SD1100IS), and .2 frames per second more continuous shot mode for $110 more. The Canon Powershot Elph SD870IS was another model I considered. This model offers a larger screen (3.0”) and 1X higher optical zoom for $130 more. The camera offers no increase in speed and no optical viewfinder, which is a deal-breaker for me. I wouldn’t pay more money for a camera without one and only a small bump in zoom. The last model I considered is the Canon Powershot Elph SD850IS. This model was only $70 more and offered .8X more optical zoom. There were several reasons I chose the Canon SD1100IS over all of the aforementioned models. One was a simple matter of price. It wasn’t worth $70-$130 jump in price for such small improvements. The SD950IS was the runner up, but the speed difference and slightly extra zoom was not enough to sway me. The other two had even less to offer for the price difference. The SD1100IS was the best value for the money. All three models followed the Elph’s new contoured design, while the Canon SD1100IS has the more boxy design which I both prefer aesthetically and functionally. It’s easier for me to hold. I also liked that the SD1100IS takes the same battery as my last camera (NB-4L as opposed to the NB-5L), allowing me to continue to use the same spares rather than purchasing new ones. I thought the choice of color was a nice feature as well. It makes it easier to identify my camera from others and gives it a little more personality. This seems to be the only Canon camera that is offered in several choices (other than the usual silver and black). Recommendation The Canon Powershot Elph SD1100IS is an excellent camera for any point-and-shoot user. This compact camera produces outstanding images with tons of features. This camera works well for those of us who love taking pictures anywhere and everywhere and even as a smaller companion for when more experienced photographers don’t have the energy to lug around a digital SLR.
Customer Reviews
By Garrett lowenthal
If you need a solid, reliable, and stylish point-and-shoot ultracompact digital camera that produces high-quality images, then the new Canon PowerShot SD1100IS may be right for you. I am an advanced amateur photographer and own 2 Canon digital cameras (G2 and 20D). Both have served me well over the years but recently I have found myself needing a decent ultracompact camera that I can easily carry with me at all times for unexpected photo-ops. Other current Canon models that I also researched before my purchase of the "bohemian brown" SD1100IS included the SD950IS and the SD1000. Here is my take on the SD1100IS: Strengths: - 8MP CCD sensor with DigicIII processor (excellent resolution images with good dynamic range) - Solid construction (most of body made of anodized aluminum) - Feels sturdy and well-balanced in the hands - Easy to use (logical user-interface) with minimal need to consult owner's manual for basic operation - Multiple shooting modes to fit variety of situations (action/sports mode is a glaring omission but read section below to see possibly why) - Advanced metering system with accurately exposed pics in even "tricky" situations (great balance of highlights and shadows) - Tack-sharp images (much more so with sufficient lighting and use of built-in flash) - Macro mode can result in stunning close-ups with outstanding level of detail - Optical IS feature helpful when shooting in either low-light conditions with flash off or at telephoto lengths - Fast start-up with acceptable shutter-lag (when not using flash) - Bright 2.5" LCD monitor (100% coverage, 230k pixels) made of polycrystalline silicon; fairly scratch-resistant (can't vouch if this applies to keys and coins) - Optical viewfinder (though only a tiny peephole, it is essential when LCD glare and washout become an issue shooting in bright sunlight or when LCD cannot be used as battery power is nearly depleted) - Camera made in Japan (at least those from the 1st shipment; this easily may be subject to change) Limitations: - Lack of manual control over aperture, shutter speed, and focusing (for the obssessive control-freaks) - Noise is noticeable beginning at ISO 400 (ISO 800 still useable but probably for only 4x6 images; ISO 1600 mostly unuseable) - Fastest shutter speed is 1/1500 sec (not fast enough to stop action for some sporting activities) - Auto-focus speed inadequate to follow fast-moving subjects - Shutter-lag accentuated with flash on (precious Canon moments lost while waiting for flash to recharge) - Cannot adjust focus or optical zoom while shooting in movie mode (focus is fixed for distance selected at first frame, and digital zoom is permitted instead, resulting in significant image quality deterioration) - Battery/memory card cover and hinge made of plastic (no safety latch that needs to be de-activated first before sliding cover out, in order to prevent accidental opening) - Minor vignetting and chromatic aberration (albeit, difficult not to expect from compact p&s) - Pincushion and barrel distortion at the extremes of the focal lengths - No RAW shooting mode Battery power in camera mode with LCD monitor on is mostly as advertised, allowing for approximately 240 images. If your budget permits, I recommend investing in a few spare batteries as backups and replacing the supplied 32MB memory card with a pair of 4GB SDHC memory cards--vital purchases if you plan to use the movie mode frequently. Overall Impression: Even with some serious limitations inherent to virtually all digital cameras in this class, I am recommending the Canon PowerShot SD1100IS. It does what it's supposed to do. This camera allows one to take beautiful photographs in an ultracompact, reliable, and elegant device that is both easy and fun to use. [UPDATE: Since this review, Canon has recently announced 3 new ELPH models that will be released soon....in time for Grad & Dad's Day: the PowerShot SD770IS, SD790IS, and SD890IS. All are redesigned 10MP digital cameras with Optical Image Stabilizer. The saga of the MP race continues. If the same sensor is found in these units as their predecessors and without improving the noise reduction technology, then adding a few more MP can potentially result in noisier images. We'll have to wait and see. The most intriguing of the bunch appears to be the SD790IS, which replaces the SD750 by adding the very useful Optical IS feature and showcasing flat control buttons. Hopefully, the QC has been remedied on this unit as many consumers experienced the dreaded "lens error" nightmare. The SD890IS replaces the SD850IS and may appeal to vacationers and wildlifers needing more reach at the telephoto end. The SD770IS seems a bit curious as it may be in direct competition with the new SD1100IS (which is the natural successor to the wildly popular SD1000); it has 2 additional MP but the feature set appears at first glance to be nearly identical to the less expensive SD1100IS. I would've preferred to have seen upgrades to the SD870IS and the SD950IS, but those will be rolled out undoubtedly later this year....conveniently before the Holidays. SD770IS: 10MP, 3X Optical zoom (35-105mm), 2.5" LCD monitor, Optical viewfinder, ISO 1600, MSRP $299.99. SD790IS: 10MP, 3X Optical zoom (35-105mm), 3" LCD monitor, no Optical viewfinder, ISO 1600, MSRP $349.99. SD890IS: 10MP, 5X Optical zoom (37-185mm), 2.5" LCD monitor, Optical viewfinder, ISO 1600, MSRP $399.99.]
Custom Review
1.By Garrett Lowenthal
If you need a solid, reliable, and stylish point-and-shoot ultracompact digital camera that produces high-quality images, then the new Canon PowerShot SD1100IS may be right for you. I am an advanced amateur photographer and own 2 Canon digital cameras (G2 and 20D). Both have served me well over the years but recently I have found myself needing a decent ultracompact camera that I can easily carry with me at all times for unexpected photo-ops. Other current Canon models that I also researched before my purchase of the "bohemian brown" SD1100IS included the SD950IS and the SD1000. Here is my take on the SD1100IS: Strengths: - 8MP CCD sensor with DigicIII processor (excellent resolution images with good dynamic range) - Solid construction (most of body made of anodized aluminum) - Feels sturdy and well-balanced in the hands - Easy to use (logical user-interface) with minimal need to consult owner's manual for basic operation - Multiple shooting modes to fit variety of situations (action/sports mode is a glaring omission but read section below to see possibly why) - Advanced metering system with accurately exposed pics in even "tricky" situations (great balance of highlights and shadows) - Tack-sharp images (much more so with sufficient lighting and use of built-in flash) - Macro mode can result in stunning close-ups with outstanding level of detail - Optical IS feature helpful when shooting in either low-light conditions with flash off or at telephoto lengths - Fast start-up with acceptable shutter-lag (when not using flash) - Bright 2.5" LCD monitor (100% coverage, 230k pixels) made of polycrystalline silicon; fairly scratch-resistant (can't vouch if this applies to keys and coins) - Optical viewfinder (though only a tiny peephole, it is essential when LCD glare and washout become an issue shooting in bright sunlight or when LCD cannot be used as battery power is nearly depleted) - Camera made in Japan (at least those from the 1st shipment; this easily may be subject to change) Limitations: - Lack of manual control over aperture, shutter speed, and focusing (for the obssessive control-freaks) - Noise is noticeable beginning at ISO 400 (ISO 800 still useable but probably for only 4x6 images; ISO 1600 mostly unuseable) - Fastest shutter speed is 1/1500 sec (not fast enough to stop action for some sporting activities) - Auto-focus speed inadequate to follow fast-moving subjects - Shutter-lag accentuated with flash on (precious Canon moments lost while waiting for flash to recharge) - Cannot adjust focus or optical zoom while shooting in movie mode (focus is fixed for distance selected at first frame, and digital zoom is permitted instead, resulting in significant image quality deterioration) - Battery/memory card cover and hinge made of plastic (no safety latch that needs to be de-activated first before sliding cover out, in order to prevent accidental opening) - Minor vignetting and chromatic aberration (albeit, difficult not to expect from compact p&s) - Pincushion and barrel distortion at the extremes of the focal lengths - No RAW shooting mode Battery power in camera mode with LCD monitor on is mostly as advertised, allowing for approximately 240 images. If your budget permits, I recommend investing in a few spare batteries as backups and replacing the supplied 32MB memory card with a pair of 4GB SDHC memory cards--vital purchases if you plan to use the movie mode frequently. Overall Impression: Even with some serious limitations inherent to virtually all digital cameras in this class, I am recommending the Canon PowerShot SD1100IS. It does what it's supposed to do. This camera allows one to take beautiful photographs in an ultracompact, reliable, and elegant device that is both easy and fun to use. [UPDATE: Since this review, Canon has recently announced 3 new ELPH models that will be released soon....in time for Grad & Dad's Day: the PowerShot SD770IS, SD790IS, and SD890IS. All are redesigned 10MP digital cameras with Optical Image Stabilizer. The saga of the MP race continues. If the same sensor is found in these units as their predecessors and without improving the noise reduction technology, then adding a few more MP can potentially result in noisier images. We'll have to wait and see. The most intriguing of the bunch appears to be the SD790IS, which replaces the SD750 by adding the very useful Optical IS feature and showcasing flat control buttons. Hopefully, the QC has been remedied on this unit as many consumers experienced the dreaded "lens error" nightmare. The SD890IS replaces the SD850IS and may appeal to vacationers and wildlifers needing more reach at the telephoto end. The SD770IS seems a bit curious as it may be in direct competition with the new SD1100IS (which is the natural successor to the wildly popular SD1000); it has 2 additional MP but the feature set appears at first glance to be nearly identical to the less expensive SD1100IS. I would've preferred to have seen upgrades to the SD870IS and the SD950IS, but those will be rolled out undoubtedly later this year....conveniently before the Holidays. SD770IS: 10MP, 3X Optical zoom (35-105mm), 2.5" LCD monitor, Optical viewfinder, ISO 1600, MSRP $299.99. SD790IS: 10MP, 3X Optical zoom (35-105mm), 3" LCD monitor, no Optical viewfinder, ISO 1600, MSRP $349.99. SD890IS: 10MP, 5X Optical zoom (37-185mm), 2.5" LCD monitor, Optical viewfinder, ISO 1600, MSRP $399.99.]
2.By D. Pate
I got this camera for my daughter (in pink of course) in mid-April. She loves it (size, pictures, etc.) but after less than three months it will only flash "lense error, restart" when it's turned on. Too late to return to Amazon. :( On the bright side, a trip to Canon's website support section got me through to a Repair Request Confirmation. Hopefully, this will just cost me postage to Elk Grove Village, IL. Suspiciously, Canon doesn't list this model on their repair request input screen... makes you wonder if they're trying to discourage the onslaught of these that they're getting back for repair. Here's hoping Canon will stand behind this little jewel. If I had it to do over I'd think twice....
3.By Julie Neal "The Complete Walt Disney World"
As a travel writer I spend a lot of time at Walt Disney World, and Canon PowerShot Digital Elphs are the most common cameras I see. Families seem to love them, because they're so easy to carry and operate. About the size of a deck of playing cards, each of these "pocket cameras" really do slip right into a pants pocket, and their rectangular designs make them easy to grip. Best of all, they all take good photos. (How do I know? Because I've actually gotten to use every one of these models. Nearly every day guests ask me to take photos of them with their own cameras, which most often are Canon PowerShot Digital Elphs.) Here's my breakdown of the ten bestselling Digital Elph models. Any of the first six are superb choices: 1ST PLACE: SD1100 IS (The camera on this page) An update to the SD1000 (see below), this 2008 8MP beauty adds image stabilization, a slightly longer zoom (38-114 mm), another MP of photo size and a small indent on the right side for a better grip. Plus it comes in colors! My daughter has a blue one and uses it every single day. During school days the image stabilization made a real difference in her on-the-bus shots. With that heavy of use hers has gotten scratched up a bit, but the marks are small and hardly noticeable. 2ND PLACE: SD870 IS The ELPH to buy if you want a wide-angle lens. Slightly thicker than the SD1100 IS, this 8MP model doesn't have an optical viewfinder which makes it tough to use in bright sunlight, otherwise there's little not to love. My husband uses one as a comp camera, to compose shots for the travel guide "The Complete Guide to Walt Disney World." 3RD PLACE: SD770 IS Just released in May, this 10 MP model is, in a way, an update of the SD1100 IS (see above). I rate it lower because it has a plastic body and doesn't come in colors. On the other hand, it has a longer battery life than the 1100 and features an improved LCD screen that is very easy to view. As for photo quality, I can't tell the difference. 4TH PLACE: SD950 IS There's a lot to like in this 12.1 MP camera. First off, it's gorgeous. The body, though a little thick, is titanium. An upgrade to the SD850 IS (see below), it has a 3.7x zoom lens and adds manual controls as well as the ability to stitch together panoramic images. The only reason I don't rate it higher is the price. 5TH PLACE: SD890 IS Want a long zoom lens? Here's your baby, a 10 MP model with a 5x zoom. Also has the new bright LCD screen and all the other 2008 Canon goodies. The most expensive Canon PowerShot ELPH. 6TH PLACE: SD790 IS With the same 10 MP image sensor and 3x zoom lens as the SD770 IS, this new model stands out only for its larger 3-inch LCD display and, as a result, lack of optical viewfinder. The rear controls are different, too, with a flatter design that uses fewer buttons. 7TH PLACE: SD1000 In my opinion there's no reason to buy this 7.1 MP model. Released in 2007, it's been replaced by the SD1100 IS (see above). The SD1000 is a fine camera but it doesn't have image stabilization, a key feature of the 2008 lineup. 8TH PLACE: SD850 IS The ancestor to the SD890 IS, this 8 MP Elph combines a 4x zoom and 8 MP photo size with an image stabilizer. Every button, dial and switch has a quality feel. Slighter larger than the other models here, it is a little tougher to pop in and out of your pocket, but if you have larger hands it may be just what you are looking for. 9TH PLACE: SD800 IS This 7.1 MP predecessor to the 870 doesn't focus well at its edges when set at its widest angle. Still, it's good training for someone who wants to compose like a pro. 10TH PLACE: SD750 The 2007 PowerShot flagship offers a light meter that adjusts for facial brightness, 17 shooting modes, some first-rate movie features and red-eye correction -- features that were innovative a year ago but are common in Canon's 2008 models. No image stabilization; no optical viewfinder.
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