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4 out of 5

"It is what it is."

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13th of 84 in 9 and 10 Megapixels
13th of 82 in Canon
3rd of 133 in Under $150
1st of 98 in Point and Shoot

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The Canon A1000 IS is a new point-and-shoot meant for novice and casual photographers, with plenty of features that will aid users in taking an excellent photo. The A1000 IS has an "easy mode," which displays helpful callouts and instructions on the LCD display, guiding users through the various functions and settings. It's got a dash of style, as... read more

Specifications

10 megapixels
4x optical zoom
Image stabilization
2.5-inch LCD display
AA batteries

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Answered Questions for the A1000 IS

Q: Which one is better? A590 IS or A1000 IS?: A: I own a 1000is. It focuses fast and is a great camera in my opinion. I use to have the... read more
Q: Which one do I get the A1000IS or the Canon Powershot A590IS: A: Image quality wise, they're about the same. However, at ISOs above 400, the image really begins to break down, with... read more
Q: Of the two, Canon Powershot A1000 IS and Panasonic Lumix TZ5, which is the better camera?: A: The TZ5, it has a longer zoom. read more

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Q: I'm debating between the Canon A1000 IS and the A650 IS. Any thoughts on which is better?: 20 points for best answer - 5 replies
Q: which one out of these to buy?: 20 points for best answer - 1 reply

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4 out of 5

It is what it is. (Joel Breiner - 10/9/08)

I have a ton of professional grade camera equipment. I hardly ever take it along on business trips. This little A1000 is not meant to substitue for that level of hardware. It was purchased as an inexpensive, small, AAA battery powered, easy to use, always ready to go on a business trip camera. It has both optical and LCD view finders and image stabilization and can be used outside in bright sunlight or inside with it's excellent flash (with fresh batteries). It fulfills the roll it was purchased for. I am sick of cameras with proprietary batteries that last an hour on a charge. So far it has not failed to work as long as called upon to produce good to excellent images under almost all lighting conditions. It is always at the ready in my brief case or computer bag adds no weight and takes up almost no room with a few extra flashlight batteries. If you are going on a once in a lifetime Alaska vacation take grown up camera equipment. If you are jumping on the compnay plane for a one day turn-around where you may need a snapshot of entrance to your latest business venture, this little point and shoot works fine. And for under $150 when it quits, throw it away and get another. I am very pleased with it for its price and features.

Canon Powershot A1000 IS News

8/26/08

Just Announced: The Canon Powershot A1000 IS

Available in four colors.