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Canon Powershot SD1100 IS
Canon Powershot SD1100 IS
B+
HQ Grade: B+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
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"Good Choice in point & shoot cameras"
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Answered Questions for the Canon SD1100 IS

Q: Does the lens mechanism fail on the SD1100 IS?
A: I've heard (read) that it does, I've been researching this camera the ENTIRE day and... read more
Q: How do i turn the date stamp on?
A: As the digital file is marked by a date and time when it's saved, the... read more
Q: Canon SD1100 IS: Charging batteries via the USB connection.
A: No. The SD1100 IS camera can NOT be charged via the USB port. The only... read more
Q: does the canon sd1100 have a date and time stamp on it?
A: The date and time are stored in the EXIF data with every picture from just... read more
Q: Can you use AA batteries in this camera if the battery pack dies?
A: You can't use AA batteries, on the NB-4L Li-Ion battery. The Li-Ion batteries last much... read more
Q: I have the SD450 --- thinking about upgrading to the SD1100IS - I'd like a camera that works well in low light settings? Is this worth upgrading to?
A: The battery is likely nearing the end of its useful life.The SD 1100IS (nor any... read more
Q: How does Canon Powershot SD1100 IS compare to Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Or W120?
A: I think it largely depends on how you like the color of your images. The... read more
Q: Canon SD 880 or the SD 1100.
A: If you're a semi-pro, I'd rather point you towards the G10 for it's manual controls... read more
Q: I just want to know if SDHC-4 GB is compatible with SD1100?
A: SDHC is compatible with the SD1100, but not the SD600. I don't think it would... read more
Q: do i have to use a canon sd memory card or can i use one made by someone else
A: Any sd or sdhc card should work. I use Sandisk 2 gig in a couple... read more
Q: Where do I get a new battery and memory card for Sd1100?
A: SD1100 uses SD/SDHC memory cards, which is pretty standard and can be purchased from any... read more
Q: SD790IS vs the new SD880IS
A: Well the 880 does have the newer processor, but I don't think you'll see a... read more
Q: How to turn "ON" the flash (not auto or off)?
A: Change the camera mode to portrait mode, or any other, not the auto mode. In... read more
Q: What stuff comes with the camera when you buy it?
A: Included in Box: PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Body Lithium-ion Battery Pack NB-4L Battery Charger... read more
Q: Do the pictures print crisply and clearly?
A: If you lower your expectations a bit, there will be lots of cameras, beside SD1100... read more
Q: is the Canon SD1100IS camera compatible with the hp photosmart 375
A: Photosmart 375 does not connect to any camera to operate. "Slip your digital camera's memory... read more
Q: Canon IXY-910IS or SD1100IS ?
A: The only real difference that I see with the two models is the Optical Zoom. read more
Q: Would this be a good choice as a compliment to my Rebel XSi?
A: Most ultra compact do not do well at high ISOs, sorry.The best you can go... read more
Q: Upgrade to SD1100IS from SD1000??
A: I don't think so. If you get into the habit of pre-focusing, you can cut... read more
Q: Which colour is the best?
A: All the colors are very light so I don't think there is much difference. read more

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Open Questions for the Canon SD1100 IS

Q: how do i turn on the date stamp step by step for a canon sd1100is
1 reply
Q: The camera keeps scrolling trhough the menus so I can not reset it. Is there another way to reset or reload the firmware?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How much does the Canon SD1100 IS cost at Fry's Electronics?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Computer with Vista 32 bit will not detect the sd1100 IS camera.
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: can any one help me !!!!!!!!
5 points for best answer - 10 replies
Q: the canon sd1100 works with sdhc 4 gb by kingston?
17 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Is the SD1100 IS Mac Compatible?
3 points for best answer - 7 replies
Q: Hi, I am a non-professional & quite undecided among 3 choices, Canon SD1100 IS, SX110 IS and Kodak Z8612. Which 1 wud be best?
4 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How does this camera compare with the SD870? Which is better?
1 point for best answer - 4 replies
Q: can anyone help me!!!!!
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: the cd that came with my canon sd1100 got scratched up. where can i get a new one
12 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: does the canon sd1100 image stabilization come on when you turn the camera on?
2 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: can anyone tell me how cn i turn on flash permanently...
2 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: is there any installments plans for buying this camera or any camera from here........if there then plzzz let me know i really wanna buy a digi cam.
15 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: date stamp
20 points for best answer - 6 replies
Q: HOW DO I SEND VIDEOS TO FRIENDS OR PUT THEM ON FACEBOOK?
10 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: I downloaded the powere Shot Solution Disk Ver.2.0(E) and I cannot transfer the pictures I loaded from my camera to home premium Vista . Can you help
20 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: in sd 1100 is zoom use in video recording mode .........
4 replies
Q: I can't decide between the SD1100 or the SD1000
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Does the Canon SD1100 IS have a battery meter display?
10 points for best answer - 2 replies

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