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Canon Powershot SD1100 IS
Canon Powershot SD1100 IS
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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: Overall, which brand is better?
A: Personally, I think Canon is. Better lens elements. However, on the other side, Olympus cameras... read more
Q: Which camera is better, Nikon Cool Pix S210 or Cannon Powershot SD 1100?
A: The Canon SD1100, hands down. It's an amazing camera. Check out our full review!http://www.digitalcamera-hq.com/digital-cameras/canon-sd1100is-hands-on-review_roundup.html... read more
Q: SD1100IS or A590IS - which one should I buy?
A: The SD1100 and A590 are pretty similar, the A590 can zoom slightly more, but the... read more
Q: is canon sd 1100 is charged when it is connected to computer??
A: No, most cameras don't have the capability to charge the battery by themselves and need... read more
Q: Hi, I am searching for an easy to use compact digital camera and wanted to know if you could suggest a few of the top choices.
A: Hi Nikki,Part of the answer will depend on what you mean by a 'good zoom... read more
Q: SD1100IS or SD870???? Which one should I buy?
A: I like the SD1100 more than the SD870, because the SD1100 has optical image stabilization. read more
Q: How can I reset the SD 1100 IS? Camera does not turn on when on off butten is pressed. It must be a software problem.
A: Press 'Menu ' button, select ' tools ' and click ' reset all '.The tools... read more
Q: which colour of canon sd 1100 looks beautiful!!!!!!!!!!
A: Uh well its kind of your own opinion. The colors are a blue, a silver... read more
Q: SD1100IS or SD790? Which one should I buy?
A: It really depends on you... if you're doing a lot of editing you'll need the... read more
Q: Is the SD1100IS a worthy "trade-up" from a PowerShot A80?
A: I would definitely say that the SD1100 is a great upgrade from the A80, it... read more
Q: The camera doesn't show up on my laptop. I run OS 10.5.4 on a MacBook Pro. Can anyone help? Thanks. Beth
A: The software is simply a way to facilitate the downloading of the pictures onto your... read more
Q: SD1000 or SD1100?
A: Well, if you mean by shutter speed picture taking time/shutter lag, then that's easy to... read more
Q: Digital or normal 'Macro mode'?
A: Since there is only one type of lens, both settings are essentially digital settings. The... read more
Q: cannon sd1100 vs olympus 1010???? what would you buy
A: hello ronneither my choice would be the the panasonic tz5the tz5, :http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Panasonic_Lumix_DMC_TZ5_TZ15... read more
Q: which one is best!!!!!! sony w120 or canon 1100 or any in same range???????
A: Hi Lucky,These cameras are fairly matched, but I believe the Canon comes out on top. read more
Q: Can I change how I have to press halfway before taking a picture?
A: What happens if you try to press down one time very quickly? Does the photo... read more
Q: Can this camera produce high quality photos of paintings?
A: Absolutely. You'll want to properly light it with proper lighting technique and use a tripod... read more
Q: where do i register a powershot SD1100IS
A: Usually, you mail in the warranty card that comes in the box. But you don't... read more
Q: time laps between shots
A: In terms of time lapse, you mean the time it takes before it's ready to... read more
Q: Comparing Canon SD1100is to the Olympus 840.
A: I think the Canon SD1100 is going to be ideal for you. Perfect for that... 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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