1. 10.0-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for prints up to 13 x 19 inches
2. 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II screen
3. DIGIC 4 Image Processor with evolved Face Detection Technology; Face Detection Self-timer
4. Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings
5. Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

Editorial Review :

When a camera puts a smile on your face the moment you hold it, imagine how great you'll feel when you see your first pictures! The PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital ELPH has everything going for it - exuberant color, the sculptured style of Canon's famed ELPH series - and the innovative know - how that takes you to a whole new level of picture-taking accomplishment. Fun, smart and a style follow you everywhere.

Customer Review :

dissapointing, poor quality, not so great

I bought this camera as a replacement of an older Canon PowerShot SD800IS which I accidentally broke. I was so pleased with the older model I bought this newer model without checking it firsthand at a store (after all it is many more features). I've realized this was a huge mistake - and here's why:

1. The first thing I noticed was the build quality of the camera was very poor - It looks poorly engineered and it is made entirely out of plastic now. Also it is now manufactured in China where as the older model was made of metal and manufactured in Japan. Also all the accessories like the battery charger are noticeably cheaper.

2. The battery life is really short - I would be lucky to get an hour's worth of use before the battery runs out - after being fully charged the night before. I have recently discovered that there is a design/manufacturing issue with the seating of the battery and now when the low battery warning flashes I simply open the battery cover and jiggle the battery and the camera starts working again. I discovered this out of frustration.

3. Compared to the old camera - the flash really floods (or overexposes) an image and all the colors get washed out - so I end up using the flash as little as possible - but now the pictures become very grainy. Hence the photo quality is definitely not on par compared to the older model.

I am definitely not a professional photographer and use the camera purely for photographing my kids so I keep the camera on it's default settings for almost all photos - I am telling you this so you understand I am a casual photographer and even my less discerning photographic needs are not being met by this camera.






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question about date and time imprint

hi, i am looking to buy a new point and shoot and i'm leaning to buy canon sd1200. the reviews i'm reading are good so far. i just have one question, does this sd1200 has a date and time imprint on the photos?

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Fun Little Camera

This camera is a fun little camera. I learned to use this camera quickly and have enjoyed it since day one. The picture quality is great for a reasonably priced camera. The only item I would improve at this point would be a quicker focus, so the camera would take some shots faster. Other than that I would definitely buy this camera again!

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Great, fun camera!

For many, many years, my camera of choice was the Canon digital rebel with some interchangeable lenses, but i really wanted a portable camera that would take quality shots. A few years ago i purchased a small Sanyo at the recommendation of my local photo shop. Bad choice! Terrible pictures... So i recently decided to try again, but to stick with Canon (and pay a little more). Well... as the saying goes, you get what you pay for, and I LOVE this little camera! I hardly use the big one at all anymore.

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canon Power Shot sd1200is 10x

a superior camera with excellent clarity even allows motion pictures

only drawback is a i second delay in taking picture

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1. 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
2. 3x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
3. HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output
4. 2.5-inch widescreen PureColor LCD II screen; Face Detection
5. Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

Editorial Review :

It may be the slimmest Digital ELPH Canon has ever created, but the impact couldn't be bigger. The PowerShot SD780 IS Digital ELPH captivates the senses with bold saturated colors and a daringly original design that matches the intensity of Canon's most innovative camera technology. Even when picture-taking conditions seem pretty unforgiving, you've got Canon on your side. So the shots you used to miss are the images you'll now be sharing, and the movies you never took before will be HD unforgettable.

Customer Review :

Great

I do not know too much about cameras, I love this camera. easy to use, great pictures. Very portable great camera for a family use.

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This camera rocks...

For fine still photography, I'm a Nikon man. For video or pocket cameras, I love Canon. Though my venerable Canon Powershot SD-450IS still works perfectly, it's just 5 megapixel and the 4 year old battery had worn out. As I searched for a replacement battery, I also found reviews and videos on this Canon Powershot SD-780IS.

Turns out, this camera has all the great features and easy of use of my older camera, even better construction quality and shot brilliant 12 megapixel and 720p HD Video. It has better Image Stabilization (IS), beautiful color reproduction and a high quality feel. It won't replace an HD Camcorder, but for the money and size, it can't be beat. My only complain with the Powershot series is that none of these cameras will allow you to save images in their raw format, saving in processed jpeg format. But te average shooter won't be doing extensive image processing, and the image quality is high enough that you still have no problem getting 11x14 (or larger!) paper prints if desired from good quality images. If you're looking for a full-featured, shirt pocket camera that shoots great video with excellent low light capability, the SD-780IS answer! I recommend it, even over the newer SD-940IS.


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Excellent small camera for capturing all events

An excellent camera that is small, cute and very effective. Do not be fooled by size, size does not matter. I brought this camera a month back and took it to my trip to Singapore without reading the manual. Took 800 photos and 760 of them came out very well. Ease of use, portability, and convenience are the hallmarks of this camera.

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Seems a bit flimsy compared with my previous model

The picture quality is quite good with this camera and viewable image is larger but the way its put together seems cheaper and control features are more recessed. Thus, though I don't have large fingers, operating the camera feels a bit clumsy. I'll keep it however.

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Very good camera

I've bought it for my son and he is very happy with the PowerShot camera. It's a wonderful
item to make quick and brilliant pictures.

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1. High-powered 20x wide-angle optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
2. Capture 720p HD movies with stereo sound; HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV
3. 2.5-inch Vari-Angle System LCD; improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined shooting situations
4. DIGIC 4 Image Processor; 12.1-megapixel resolution for poster-size, photo-quality prints
5. Powered by AA batteries (included); capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

With a 20x wide-angle zoom, the 12.1-megapixel PowerShot SX20 IS offers intelligent, versatile shooting power. Switch to Smart Auto mode for effortlessly great results, or shoot stunning HD movies.

Customer Review :

Learning

So far, this camera has lived up to my expectations. It will take a little time to learn all the
features it has, but , that in itself , is the beauty of digital..experiment, experiment, experiment!!!!
Don't just set to "auto" or you will miss out on some great chances to really enhance your photos.

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An all around good travel camera

This Canon camera was purchased for an extended trip to Europe. I didn't want to haul my heavy, interchangeable lens, DSLR camera everywhere during six weeks touring three countries. I did want to shoot an occasional HD video without hauling a dedicated video camera. The 20X optical zoom range of the Canon PowerShot SX20IS replaces 10 pounds of lenses associated with my DSLR. The active image stabilization means that a tripod will seldom be needed.

After using the Canon for 100's of still pictures and dozens of videos, these are the pluses and minuses associated with the SX20IS -

Pluses: Very good optics, excellent auto-focus, very good HD video, excellent as a point-and-shoot camera, and very easy to use.

Minuses: Very noisy images above ISA 200, only average quality view finder image, no printed camera manual other than basics, and some purple fringing in some lighting situations.

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Wanting to record high-def video?

If you want to record high-def video you MUST have an SD with a Speed Class of 4 or higher. Canon does not tell you this anywhere, I had to find out by contacting technical support after looking at the troubleshooting guide because I could only get about 15 seconds of video before it would stop.

I don't know about regular video, but to be safe I'd still get the higher speed SD card. It will take still pictures just fine with a lower speed class.

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Heavy and bulky camera

I use this camera for work and did not purchase or pick it out myself. Comparing it to the Sony DSC-H10 that I have at home, I really don't like the Cannon. Here's why:
-The lens cap doesn't have a cord to connect it to the camera. You have to keep track of it or you'll lose it.
-The camera is really heavy. It takes 4 AA batteries and the batteries alone make the camera heavy. (My Sony is MUCH lighter with the one rechargeable battery.)
-The Duracell batteries that I use don't last very long. I use the large screen to take pictures and while I know this takes more battery juice than if I used the viewfinder, I feel like the battery life is really low. I don't even want to think about how much money I've spent in batteries this past year.
-It isn't a one button deal to over-ride the automatic flash. There are times when the flash doesn't go off and I want it to and it it's a several button process to get the flash to go.
-There is a fairly substantial delay in the time it takes between taking a picture and being able to take another one.
-With all Canon cameras you need to install software on your computer in order to view and download photos. Again, with a Sony, this isn't the case. This isn't a problem if you only download to one computer but if you want the ability to download to other people's computers, it's something to consider.

To sum up, it isn't a bad camera but the negatives outweigh the positives for me.




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Canon SX20IS review

This is my second Canon digital camera. Main reason bought this one was for the vari-angle display screen and long telephoto. The camera met my expectations on both these items. I haven't had the camera long enough to truly judge photo quality but so far the photos I've taken have been great. My only complaint is not the camera itself, but the lack of a printed manual. The camera has so many features it is not economical or convenient to print out the 100+ page pdf manual (which is 8x10 size) and hardly convenient to look things up on the computer. The other complaint - is either use the lens cap or use the included lens hood -- but not both at same time. Also the need to purchase an adapter to install a proper UV filter or any other filter.. and if doing so, not being able to use the included hood! The camera itself is great and meets all my expectations for quality at this price point. It's strong suit is not portability -- it is versatility. The features this camera has for manual shooting are excellent for someone beyond point-and-shoot, but also suitable for someone who wants simple settings while learning about advanced settings. Another plus is using AA batteries. I have been amazed how long the included alkalines are lasting so far.

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1. 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
2. 4x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer; 2.5-inch LCD screen
3. DIGIC 4 Image Processor with evolved Face Detection Technology; Face Detection Self-timer
4. Uses 2 AA-size batteries
5. Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

Editorial Review :

Splash Out with Dazzling Color. Brighten your world with the intensely colorful Canon PowerShot A1100 IS. Fashionably slender, this sleek camera body has been specially shaped to make it easy to hold and easy to shoot. There's a metal-plated front grip that contributes a striking note of elegance and adds to your comfort. Loaded with Features, Packed with Value. 12.1-megapixel digital camera with 4x Optical Zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer. With the PowerShot A1100 IS, dramatic, personal pictures have never been easier to shoot and share. This 12.1-megapixel digital camera lets you create impressive, large photos of family and friends you'll be proud to display. The high-resolution images taken by the PowerShot A1100 IS can be enlarged up to 13" x 19". The PowerShot A1100 IS has a 4x optical zoom lens that makes it easy to get the inspiring, emotive close-ups that will make your images lasting keepsakes. This magnificent lens gives you the power to shoot distant subjects with razor-sharp precision and stunning lifelike color. So you can brilliantly capture a closer shot of a landscape, or a child's big smile. The PowerShot A1100 IS is equipped with Canon's acclaimed Optical Image Stabilizer Technology that automatically detects and corrects camera shake - one of the leading causes of fuzzy or blurred shots. Even when zoomed in, you can get the steady, crisp, brilliant images you'll be proud to shoot and share. And Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer Technology is so convenient to use. It functions perfectly with or without a flash. A World of Advantages with Canon's Technology. DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-timer. DIGIC 4 Image Processor - Canon's most advanced image processor, DIGIC 4, delivers evolved Face Detection Technology

Customer Review :

Camera

This was a Christmas Gift for my Fiance. She loves it. She does a lot of listing on Ebay so she needed a camera that would take quality pictures and still be portable for personal use. Plus she loves pink. The camera has a lot of cools features to it that I had never seen, like tracking the faces of everyone in the picture.

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Camera worked for 1 day then quit.

Received camera and was able to take pictures for one day before camera stopped working. Kept making a clicking sounds but would not take pictures. I think the clicking was the autofocus trying to focus. Replaced batteries still no luck. Was going to send back to Amazon for a replacement but they were sold out. Sent back to Amazon for full refund. Great service from Amazon. Went to WalMart and bought another one just like it and it has worked perfectly for past 2 months. Wife loved the style and model so we decided to give Canon another try.

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camera review

This camera was a gift. The camera seems to work very well and she is excited about the pictures she has taken. She is extremely pleased with this camera, and it arrived on time (before Christmas).

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Excellent buy for beginning/intermediate photographer

I bought this camera for my wife to replace a lost camera of about the same price, by a different manufacturer, and we find the Canon to be much better. We rate it highly for value at this price.

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This Canon camera is a perfect addition to the amateur photographers line-up

This Canon camera is a perfect addition to the amateur photographers line-up....portable but not too small where you can't push a button without contacting another one. The image quality is astounding for the size of the camera. The only thing that could be improved upon is the automatic zoom feature...it's nearly impossible to turn off (or at least I haven't figured out how). It would be nice to be able to choose your own subject from the field of view, auto focus on it, and then adjust the camera without losing your object of focus in the final photograph, but I don't think that's possible, even when you turn the auto focus off. Uff Da. Any suggestions? All in all, it's a great camera for the price.

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1. 10.0-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for prints up to 13 x 19 inches
2. 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II screen
3. DIGIC 4 Image Processor with evolved Face Detection Technology; Face Detection Self-timer
4. Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings
5. Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

Customer Review :

Fun Little Camera

This camera is a fun little camera. I learned to use this camera quickly and have enjoyed it since day one. The picture quality is great for a reasonably priced camera. The only item I would improve at this point would be a quicker focus, so the camera would take some shots faster. Other than that I would definitely buy this camera again!

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canon Power Shot sd1200is 10x

a superior camera with excellent clarity even allows motion pictures

only drawback is a i second delay in taking picture

Rating :

question about date and time imprint

hi, i am looking to buy a new point and shoot and i'm leaning to buy canon sd1200. the reviews i'm reading are good so far. i just have one question, does this sd1200 has a date and time imprint on the photos?

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Great, fun camera!

For many, many years, my camera of choice was the Canon digital rebel with some interchangeable lenses, but i really wanted a portable camera that would take quality shots. A few years ago i purchased a small Sanyo at the recommendation of my local photo shop. Bad choice! Terrible pictures... So i recently decided to try again, but to stick with Canon (and pay a little more). Well... as the saying goes, you get what you pay for, and I LOVE this little camera! I hardly use the big one at all anymore.

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dissapointing, poor quality, not so great

I bought this camera as a replacement of an older Canon PowerShot SD800IS which I accidentally broke. I was so pleased with the older model I bought this newer model without checking it firsthand at a store (after all it is many more features). I've realized this was a huge mistake - and here's why:

1. The first thing I noticed was the build quality of the camera was very poor - It looks poorly engineered and it is made entirely out of plastic now. Also it is now manufactured in China where as the older model was made of metal and manufactured in Japan. Also all the accessories like the battery charger are noticeably cheaper.

2. The battery life is really short - I would be lucky to get an hour's worth of use before the battery runs out - after being fully charged the night before. I have recently discovered that there is a design/manufacturing issue with the seating of the battery and now when the low battery warning flashes I simply open the battery cover and jiggle the battery and the camera starts working again. I discovered this out of frustration.

3. Compared to the old camera - the flash really floods (or overexposes) an image and all the colors get washed out - so I end up using the flash as little as possible - but now the pictures become very grainy. Hence the photo quality is definitely not on par compared to the older model.

I am definitely not a professional photographer and use the camera purely for photographing my kids so I keep the camera on it's default settings for almost all photos - I am telling you this so you understand I am a casual photographer and even my less discerning photographic needs are not being met by this camera.






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