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Canon Powershot SD850 IS

Canon Powershot SD850 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.
  • 4 out of 5
"I Like It!"
  • 4 out of 5
"Sony P-200 takes much better pics"
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What more can be said about Canon ultracompacts? People love them, they're sleek, stylish, and chock full of great features. The SD850 IS is no exception. Building on the popular SD700 IS, the 850 retains the vital image stabilization that makes shooting clear shots with a small camera a breeze. On top of that, the 8 megapixel sensor will allow you... read more

Specifications

  • 8 megapixels
  • DIGIC III Image Processor
  • 4x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Movie mode with sound
  • Autofocus
  • Auto and manual exposure
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Answered Questions for the SD850 IS

Q: How much did it cost to get your broken LCD screens fixed on the Kodak V803?
A: Bryce, it may still be under warranty. I'd check with Kodak first. With it so close to you're purchase date... read more
Q: My digital zoom option in the menu is off and not highlighted. How do I turn it back on?
A: I'm with James on this one, digital zoom should never be used, until post-editing. But, if you desire to turn... read more
Q: How do I change the pixel setting to 680x420 on a Canon 850IS?
A: If you select "Small" this changes the resolution to 640 x 480, which should be in the menu settings. If... read more

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Open Questions for the SD850 IS

Q: How to get review on the Canon Powershot SD850 IS, that was on your site?
5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: My SD850 intermittantly takes dark pictures.
15 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Left SD850 in the rain..will not work after I let it sit for a week in a warm dry place. Is it worth repair?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply

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  • 4.26 out of 5

Average rating based on 898 total reviews: 4.26/5

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  • 4 out of 5
I Like It! (Niki - 6/22/08)

I really like the camera. It is easy to use and takes great pictures. My only complaint is not being able to crop my pictures... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Sony P-200 takes much better pics (Victor - 12/15/07)

Me and my friend have a Sony 2005 P-200. We read all the reviews and decided to replace it with Canon Cameras. He bought the... read more

  • 5 out of 5
The best :] (Haru - 1/3/09)

I really like this camera. It is great and takes clear and fine pictures. It is really nice and has better qualities than most cameras. read more

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