1. 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
2. Waterproof to 33 feet, cold resistant from 14-104 degrees (F) and shockproof up to 4 feet
3. DIGIC 4 Image Processor; evolved Face Detection Technology plus 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 :

Awesome Camera!

I bought this camera for my trip to Costa Rica and it worked out wonderfully! I took it snorkeling and to the hot springs underwater without any issues. It's fairly durable (I accidentally dropped it hard on cement due to the odd shape of the camera, I didn't get a good grip on it - still works, though the function to change picture settings does not work properly and I will have to contact Canon to see if they can fix it). I had to buy the accesories which is overpriced for the straps which are a must-have when traveling and if you're being very active outdoors. It took really great photos throughout our trip and was very versatile. I would highly recommend this camera for the outdoor enthusiasts.

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great camera - sturdy!

its nice to have a camera you can use to take pics while you play around in the snow and not be worried that it is going to get wet and damaged.

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Great pictures, so-so videos

I bought this for my very active husband for Christmas. He rides BMX, snowmobiles, snowboards, waterskis, rides horses...you name it. So far, he has only used it for snowmobile shots and shots of our kids (1 and 2 1/2) at home. The pictures are really pretty good. The camera only has a 3x zoom, but that seems pretty typical of the "hardier" cameras. That it's 12 megapixel seems to help compensate for the lower zoom rating. Our only complaint is that videos, while easy to take, tend to be grainy and not the highest quality in general...we can see what the rider is doing, etc., but it's hard to tell exactly who it is... This was definitely a good purchase, but I hope that Canon upgrades the video capabilities on it.

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Worked perfectly

I bought this camera for a snorkel trip to Virgin Islands. It worked perfectly. It was in and out of the water probably 15 times over a four day period. I'm guessing as deep as 20 feet. Took over 600 picks and seven videos. Very happy with the optics. I suggest that when you open a sealed door, open it so that gravity will pull water droplets away from the camera. Once I opened the battery door and there were a few water drops around the seal. I dried it off and when I closed the door, I was sure there was no debris on the seals. I would press the door firmly and then slide the lock closed. I could see by the door designs that it may be possible to not completely lock the doors.

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Like it alot

Purchased this camera as a Christmas gift for my parents to use at there beach house. They are very happy with the pictures it takes. It has lots of nifty features, but the menu navigation is somewhat complex. It seems bulky compared to the olympus waterproof, but feels very nice in your hand. The movable lanyard is a nice feature.

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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 :

Lens Error, Restart Camera

Before you buy any Canon camera you need to be OK with the possibility that your camera may become a brick. You see, Canon cameras often times get the error message, "Lens Error, Restart Camera", and you can do NOTHING about it. Don't believe me, just call Canon and ask them yourself. This is my second Canon camera to have this problem, my first being the PowerShot SX200is, and Canon REFUSES to acknowledge the problem. It's a shame because I really wanted to like this camera.



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As good as they say it is.

My first generation digital Canon camera final gave up after lots of heavy use and abuse. In looking for a replacement there were so many positive reviews on the SD780 that I wondered if it was some sort of marketing gimmick. Well, I liked the styling, the specs, and the price so I thought I'd take a chance on it and can now see why others were so enthusiastic.

To be honest when I first opened the box the camera was about the size of a deck of cards and was quite smaller than I expected. I wondered if I could even work the buttons. No worries. The size grew on me (if you will excuse the pun) and although the power button is smaller than I would prefer, the rest of the controls can be manipulated comfortably. I bought the gold color camera and think it's beautiful.

For starters the camera is pretty intuitive if you just want to jump into it, but I recommend studying the manual at some point to really understand the finer points and incredible features. By the way, unlike others, this manual is very well written and useful. You can also download a pdf version from the Canon website. The "auto" mode is a no-brainer, but using the varied programmed settings is pretty easy. I like the fact that a particular program function has a plain English title to go with the icon since icons always confuse me. I don't take much video, but it worked amazingly well for a small camera. The clarity and colors of the still photos were a huge improvement from my previous camera. I'm still learning and playing though.

One of the big features for me is the digital macro function. I use my camera extensively in business and often need to take macro shots of components. I was blown away by this capability. It was better than my macro lenses on my old SLR 35mm cameras. Just read the manual instructions first.

I was surprised that it didn't come with a memory card so I ordered a 4GB which is adequate for my needs. I do recommend a case and the LCD screen protector that will protect the display from scratches, fingerprints and is supposed to reduce glare. With the understanding that there is not much real estate on this camera, my improvement wish list would be for a larger power button, a better access door to the USB/HDMI ports, and a plug in charger so you don't have to take the battery out. Bottom line is that I am really enjoying this camera and have no hesitation to recommend it with the understanding that it is small.








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So disappointed!

Hi All,
I love taking pictures, and I'm pretty good at it.
Before I bought this camera, I had the previous version -very wonderful. I loved everything about it. It made great photos. Then in December I decided it was time to try the new generation, which to me sounded like it would be even better than the one I had. I was so excited!
Well... I've really tried to love my new camera. Really. But nope, the love connection is just not gonna happen.
The quality of the pictures is not good at all.
The quality of the video is ok, but there is a lot of noise.
What I hate the most about it, is that I have no control in the automatic mode. I know, it's automatic, d'uh, but sometimes I don't want to mess around with the white balance and such, so I enjoy just taking my camera out and taking an "easy" picture in automatic mode. This won't happen with this one. I love taking macro pics, and it just won't work well in the automatic mode with this camera. I missed so so so many good shots just because the camera couldn't figure out that I wanted to take a macro picture. It's so frustrating when that happens!
The manual mode sucks too. Even after setting the colors, it looks crappy.
Anyway, I feel like I'm talking too much now and I should probably get to the point...
My point is: if you like the previous version, keep it!
Or, if you don't care about taking nice pictures and just want to take "so so" pictures, buy it!.
But for people who enjoy nice and good quality shots, this is not the camera for you.
Now I'm trying to sell it so I can get another camera...! It even makes me feel bad that someone is going to buy it!
Hope this helps!

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Fun camera!

Love JUST about everything about my little red camera. The only concern I have is regarding the latch cover over where it connects to the computer. It seems a little flimsy and will be careful when when I use the cable.

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Awesome Pockable Camera

Alright,

First off, I am not a pro photographer. I use a Rebel XTi, and a Leica D Lux 3, so i'm not exactly using top grade shooters. I just like to have decent pictures is all.

So, with that aside, I will say that this camera is absolutely excellent to just have on you at all times. If you are looking for insane DSLR quality pictures, obviously you should be looking elsewhere. For people who can deal with some noise here and there, its totally perfect. I'm not a camera buff that's going to nit-pick this camera. I am an average person that uses a camera everyday. Ease of use is great. Menu's, changing settings, video are all easably changable. Maybe someone with bigger hands might refute this, but it fits/feels fine in my hand.

To be honest, the noise all the way up to 800 is actually pretty good. Again, it's NOT a high end point and shoot. But for $200, it out performs my Leica in the noise department.
How often do you go above 800 anyway? I know even in the lowest of light, i'm either not using this camera if I want a printable shot, or you can set the exposure to be less, then set the flash settings accordingly and it's alright.

AF is pretty quick, not say G11 fast. But with moving targets, a few days of practice should warrant you the abilities to feel comfortable of trying. This is probably the only draw back. Then again, that's why I have a DSLR for action and artsy stuff.

Overall, for a camera that is inexpensive, easy to you, and very light weight this is an awesome deal. I am very happy with this camera, and so is my fiance who I originally purchased it for.

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1. 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
2. 12x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 28mm wide-angle lens
3. HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output
4. 3.0-inch LCD screen; Face Detection, Blink Detection
5. Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

Editorial Review :

Creating gorgeous images is more fun than ever with the sleek, impressively equipped PowerShot SX200 IS. Capture close-up, wide-angle shots with stunning 12x optical zoom. Experience the unprecedented image quality and point-and-shoot convenience of Smart Auto, along with enhanced operability and an intuitive new menu. HD shooting at 1280 x 720 pixels with HDMI output lets you see all the beauty of your HD images and movies on your HDTV.

Customer Review :

Love this camera!

This camera is fantastic. I wish it were a little smaller. Other than that, perfect!

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Produces high quality pictures, wonderful colors and I never had any problem with this camera.

I got this as a gift from my father last November. I'm using this until now and so far I have never encountered any problem with it. Picture quality is superb! I even have some pictures which can be mistakenly taken by a DSLR. I especially love how I can set the settings manually (such as the focus, aperture, shutter speed and color)and the great number of features I can choose from! Recording video is really not bad considering I am using a device which mainly functions as a camera and not as a camcorder so I suggest you don't complain about it at all. With proper lighting, video quality could be really great. When it is dark though, of course the result would be grainy, as any other video camera or camera (on the same price range) would result to.

One great feature is the panoramic shots you can create using photostitch, a software included when you buy the camera. You can merge 3 or more photos into one using this and it is very user friendly too!

I highly recommend that you buy this camera and try it out for yourself. It is great for people who want to try photography as a hobby but wouldn't really want to invest too much on it. It will give you a great and hassle-free experience!

Here is a sample of a picture I took using this camera. It was taken at night with personalized settings and automatic flash. [...]

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Good but could use a better lens

I was very excited to get this camera. I've had Canon products in the past that I've loved, and I was especially excited for the 12x optical zoom. I've had it for 6 months now and must say I'm not as pleased as I'd hoped to be. The photo quality is ok, but my old SD 600 with 3x optical zoom and a Zeiss lens had MUCH more crisp pictures. This camera also seems to have trouble focusing at times, even when it's not zoomed out. I do enjoy the wide angle lens, and the zoom has gotten me many shots that I wouldn't have gotten otherwise. But really I'm overall dissatisfied because I want my pictures to be more crisp, and it's just not happening no matter how hard I try.

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Fast, great images. Excellent Zoom!

Title says it all.

Only drawback is that it does not have a viewfinder so you cannot conserve battery by turning off the LCD.

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wonderful advanced amateur cam!

this camera takes amazing pics, the super zoom is wonderful and crystal clear, the numerous functions/settings make picture taking even more enjoyable!

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1. 12.1-megapixel resolution; 28mm wide-angle lens with 4x optical zoom and Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer
2. Capture 720p HD movies; HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV
3. Crisp 2.7-inch PureColor System LCD with wide viewing angle
4. Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined shooting situations
5. Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

Your Favorite New Fashion Accessory. Your camera says a lot about you - and according to Canon's new PowerShot SD940 IS, you're into hot design and cool technology. Emerging from your jeans pocket or purse like a sleek little jewel, the PowerShot SD940 IS makes a statement before you even take a picture. And the new menu ensures easy access to all its advanced Canon technology, where 12.1 Megapixels, improved Smart AUTO Mode and 720p HD movies are just the beginning.Optical Zoom and Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer.Canon's commitment to innovation defines the excitement of the PowerShot SD940 IS. 12.1 Megapixel resolution is more than a number, it's your cutting-edge link to the outstanding clarity and quality you've always wanted in your images. Think bold and big, because razor-sharp oversized prints are a breeze. Get the picture? It's absolutely brilliant.The PowerShot SD940 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 SD940 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.

Customer Review :

great cam

I got this camera for my mom for her bday. She loves it. Its a great camera. Takes guality pictures, small and slim. The black looks good. I recommend this camera for anyone.

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overall, really great...

funny to read reviews on amazon; same item, some people love it, others hate it.

am surprised about the negative reviews for this camera; i've had three other canon's, this is my fave. great pictures, good options. i use it more for "art" shots, (see? i put that it quotes to NOT be obnoxious), so am using Vivid color, center-focusing (instead of face), and iContrast. i NEVER use the flash.

am really pleased with the pictures i am taking, and the video is great too (when i use it, which is rare).
great ergonomics, great size. the black version is unobtrusive. am carrying this everywhere.
will enjoy this for as long as it lasts (or until a newer camera insists on being bought...)

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Disappointing image quality overrides the benefits.

I have loved my Canon cameras, all the way back to my FTb (now you know I'm no kid). I thought I would replace my battle-scarred SD870 with the tiny SD940, after all it has about the same optical specs and more MP. I really like the small size, the black matte finish, and the overall high-quality construction - just like all the Canons I have owned. However, the image quality just doesn't cut it. I'm not sure why that is, I thought it was just the fact that I was taking a lot of indoor photos in natural light. But after I tested it in full sun, shooting landscapes, they were very soft as well. There is no excuse for that type of performance in a $250 camera in today's world. For me, image quality is most important because I do books and some large prints, and the SD940 has noticeably poorer image quality than the 3-year old SD870. I had to sell it, now I'm looking for a replacement.

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Great camera to take everywhere

Most of my photography revolves around my daughter. After noticing that out of the thousands of photos I have taken of my daughter, I didn't have very many with me and her. Carrying a DSLR around everywhere is inconvenient and I wanted something better than my iPhone so I started looking for something I could put in just about any pocket. I read reviews for about two weeks before deciding on this camera. The picture quality is decent enough and it takes 720p video. Its also very easy to hold out at arms length to take a photo of myself and my daughter when we're out and about. it's a great camera to photograph our adventures without getting in the way of the fun. It's also great for photographing places I want to return to later with my DSLR. Overall I'm very happy with it. The only criticism I really have is the battery life.

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Decent digital camera with HD video recording

I got this camera just a few weeks ago and I shot a few movies in 720p and a few hundred pictures. It's the third Canon SD camera I have so I am quite used with the series. The first one died after almost 6 years, the second is still in use after 3 years.
The camera looks small even if it's the same size as the other 2 - it's because the rounded corners. The buttons are OK, the menu has a huge selection of modes, but not a manual one, the image quality is very good for a camera with lenses and sensor that small.
Recording video is easy and the quality is good, but there are 2 serious problems: 1. the length is limited not to the space on the card but to some limits Canon imposed with no evident logic behind it and 2. the video is recorded as H264 (great) in a .MOV container (very bad). Editing the video with popular tools like VirtualDub is almost impossible because of the poor choice of the container - AVI is far more popular.
One strange problem with the camera is that opening the door to the card compartment shuts down the camera even if the lens is out. I understand why to shut down (it is possible to extract the battery) but no idea why it does not retract the lens.

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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)

Customer Review :

Great value

We just took this camera on an extended trip abroad and were totally delighted with it. It made our old camera that we took along for backup look mediocre. Image stabilization is very good, exposure in low lighting was impressive, and automatic settings worked well to give us impressive photos. The only surprise was that there's no selection for image quality to control the size of the files.

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flimsy battery and memory card cover

light weight and very cute looking......great quality photos.....however, the battery and memory card cover is very flimsy and feels like it could break with very little force. My older canon's cover worked better and felt more heavy duty.

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Powershot A1100IS

Great camera, easy to use, attractive design. Timely delivery. Just wish it had more memory on the memory card.

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Gorgeous pictures but...

...this camera is a hard-core battery addict! I can use it for "maybe" an hour and the batteries are dead! This happens with or without the view screen on. I either need to get a ton of rechargeable batteries or a power cord!

The pictures are beautiful! I use the macro mode for taking pictures of jewelry and they come out crisp and clear. I'm not a shutterbug by any means so it took me a while to figure out why they were coming out so HUGE.

If the batteries would last longer I'd love this camera!

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I'm not pleased - poor pic quality, construction not durable

I bought this camera before Christmas 2009, and took lots of pictures during the colorful holidays. I was not thrilled with the results - photos seemed dull, flat, and uninteresting. Photos taken with my 6-year-old Sony were much better! Thought about returning the camera, but couldn't be bothered. Wish I had - camera recently fell off a low end table, and the small plastic clasp for the battery/memory card compartment broke off. Now, because compartment doesn't close properly, camera doesn't always work. I have a good excuse to get a different camera - think I'll go back to Sony.

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