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Canon Powershot SD1200 IS

Canon Powershot SD1200 IS

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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.
  • 4 out of 5
"Just right"
  • 4 out of 5
"very good"
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The Canon SD1200 is an extraordinary camera, blending high-quality photography with a simple, easy-to-use interface. The SD1200 IS has 10-megapixel sensor and an average 3x optical zoom; on the surface, those don't seem like blockbuster specs, but when you're using this camera, you'll understand why it's one of the most popular ultracompacts ever... read more

Specifications

  • 10 megapixels
  • Movie mode with sound (60 minutes / 4GB)
  • JPEG file format
  • 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Lens-shift image stabilization
  • Face-detection auto focus
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Q: Has anyone heard of a place called closeoutisland.com?
A: According to Complaintsboard.com it's a rip off scam.Remember the old addage ... if it sounds too good to be true... read more
Q: A1100 IS or SD1200 IS?
A: First thing I would do is go to the Canon site for either camera. In the upper right hand corner... read more
Q: What is the diffrence between the SD1200 IS one and the SD1100 IS?
A: The 1200 also has the new Digic 4, and a couple new features. The processor (upgraded from Digic 3) is... read more

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Q: There are not many reviews since its release is it a good point and shoot camera?
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  • 4.35 out of 5

Average rating based on 363 total reviews: 4.35/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Just right (Glenn - 10/16/09)

As an ex pro with two Nikon DSLR's I was ready for another compact. My Fuji point & shoots are around 4 or 5 years... read more

  • 4 out of 5
very good (rosa - 8/21/09)

i am very happy with this camera because it has a good video feature. pictures are great and the battery life is excellent.read more

  • 5 out of 5
Canon SD1200IS is great bang for the buck (David Overcash - 11/2/09)

Fast subject acquisition, excellent pics for a p&s. Pics look great at ISO 80, surprisingly good up ISO 400; ISO 800 not as bad as... read more

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