Canon Powershot SD990 IS
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| 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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Answered Questions for the Canon SD990 IS
- Q: Another canon sd880 IS vs. sd 990 IS question
- A: I think the 880 will be faster, although the cameras are nearly the same. But... read more
- Q: How does the SD990 compare with the Panasonic DMC-TZ5?
- A: Michael,I have used both the Canon SD990 and the Panisonic TZ5 in comparison shots. Here's... read more
- Q: Is the Canon SD990 significantly better than the SD950?
- A: Michael, I believe that the Digic IV is a great improvement over the Digic III... read more
- Q: sd990is vs sd880is
- A: I would definitely go with the SD880 IS because, since more megapixels are overkill in... read more
- Q: I take a lot of indoor shots of classic cars and find they keep coming out dark.
- A: You are right, 55mm won't go far.But with the body, you can add on more... read more
- Q: Which camera is better the Canon SD990/SD880 or the Nikon Coolpix S710
- A: Dee,You don't say whether you want "natural light photos" or "flash photos," at night. I'm... read more
- Q: Canon SD 890 vs SD 990 vs SX110, i like zoom but also fast shot to shot
- A: Jewels, if zoom is the most important part of shooting for you, then you should... read more
- Q: Do they make a Canon (for under $200) camera that uses a rechargeable battery pack?
- A: The SD990IS fits that requirement. But then again, with rechargeable AA LiOns and NiCads, you... read more
- Q: How good is the optical viewfinder on the 990?
- A: It's probably usable, but very small. They include them on small cameras, but they are... read more
- Q: Canon SD880 IS or Canon SD990 IS?
- A: 14MP in a camera that small will only serve to add more noise to low... read more
- Q: how fast can you take a second photo after the first one?
- A: Well first off, "big megapixels" is a trap, Jo. More isn't better in digital cameras... read more
- Q: I own the 950IS and LOVE the titanium casing. What is the 990IS casing made of?
- A: Having the 990 and 880 in hand, I believe both cameras are plastic bodies. They... read more
- Q: How about SD990 vs. the 14.7 MP Panasonic Lumix FX-150?
- A: RAW will fill up the card faster, but you can always switch to JPEGs. I... read more
- Q: Can anyone explain to a technophobe the difference between Canon SD and SX?
- A: SD is for small, ultracompact cameras good for slipping in a pocket.SX is for medium... read more
- Q: sd990is vs sd790is for both closeup, picture quality AND ease of use
- A: I'm not so sure. Sure, the 990 has more MP and a slightly better close... read more
- Q: dose the SD990 have Time Lapse movie mode?
- A: No, sorry. No time lapse mode. read more
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Open Questions for the Canon SD990 IS
- Q: What type of battery? Dedicated or over counter brand battery?
- 2 points for best answer - No replies
- Q: No diopter adjustment on the 990!
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Which has the quickest manual shutter spead, the G10 or the SD990 IS?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: which is better sd 990is or panasonic lumix lx3?
- 3 points for best answer - 7 replies
- Q: I need a small camera to take to concerts, where low light, stable zoom and fast shots are a MUST. Never use flash. Thanks.
- 15 points for best answer - 9 replies
- Q: Why is Digital Camera HQ Lying about the prices charged for this product?
- 20 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: SD990 IS fast moving subjects pics quality
- 5 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: The prices that are shown for the SD 990 are misleading. They are prices for the SD 790. Click the Dell link and it takes you to the SD 790.
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: How does the SD990 compare to the SD1100?
- 20 points for best answer - 8 replies
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