Canon Powershot SD990 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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This camera is ranked
- 31st of 175 in Ultra Compact
- 7th of 7 in ELPH
- 22nd of 26 in Powershot
- 2nd of 6 in 14 Megapixels
- 32nd of 81 in Canon
- 23rd of 102 in $200 - $300
- 8th of 47 in $300 - $350
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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: Canon sd 970, 990, and 880 at current Amazon price points
- A: I would buy the 880 over the 970, unless you wanted/needed 720p HD Video (which... 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: How is the SD 990 ISO in relation to the SD 790 ISO?
- A: Rachel, The G10 and SD990 use the very same sensor. What the G10 adds is... read more
- Q: SD990 IS vs. SD970 IS
- A: Actually, the SD970 uses the same smaller sensor which is used in the SD880. It... read more
- Q: Will images from the SD990 in the 16:9 mode be superior on a 1080P HDTV?
- A: Absolutely. Your HDTV should upsample your picture resolution to make it playable, and it'll look... read more
- Q: need an easy to use,quick in shooting camera
- A: The SD990 will do it, especially with "kids" scene select. However, what you're experienced is... read more
- Q: Canon SD990 or SD880?
- A: DHQ vets their vendors pretty throughly, so if they're on the list above, then they're... read more
- Q: where can I buy a canon sd990 IS with a 3"lcd screen
- A: Kimboi is right, it has viewfinder, so the smaller LCD is what it has. But... read more
- Q: Best soft case for SD990?
- A: Anita, the Lowepro "10" series is an excellent fit and protection for the SD990. I... read more
- Q: I keep reading in places on the internet that more pixels is not the best, if so what is?
- A: It isn't more Pixels is bad perse... It is pixel count vs sensor size. Each... read more
- Q: Is the Canon Power Shot SD990IS the same camera as the Canon Digital IXUS980IS?
- A: The SD990is and the IXUS980is are the same camera by canon. The IXUS is used... read more
- 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.
- A: I agree. It appears that the error has been corrrected. read more
- Q: I am looking for a slimline digital camera, 7/8mp, easy to op. Good night shots
- A: I'd say your best bet is either the Canon SD 990IS, which has the new... read more
- Q: Canon SD 990 IS shot to shot time between photos
- A: Penny, I use both a Nikon D50 and a Canon SD990IS. I tried a lot... read more
- Q: Benefits of lowering image quality with the 990IS?
- A: I wouldn't. Setting your camera to a lower setting doesn't help. Essentially, the image is... read more
- Q: What do you think about the limited "manual" mode?
- A: Kimboi, I also hope that Canon will take the manual control a bit farther in... read more
- Q: Compare the Canon SD990, the SD880 and the Sony T700
- A: If you like touchscreens, go with the Sony T700. I find them awkward at times... read more
- Q: I HAVE THE SD880, AND I AM TAKING A PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS THE REQUIRES ALL MANUAL USE; HOW CAN I MYSELF CHANGE THE F/STOPS & SHUTTER SPEEDS?
- A: The SD880IS does not have manual control over the f/stops (aperture) and shutter speed. The... read more
- Q: Low light performance of Canon 880 vs the low light of Canon 890
- A: In comparing the SD880 and SD890, you'll find the SD880 doing a better job in... read more
Open Questions for the Canon SD990 IS
- Q: Why has Canon discontinued the SD990?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I am looking for a small digital underwater camera. Any advice
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Test pix on SD990 IS set on "Auto" are soft, muddy, blurry.
- 15 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: how do I open the video clips from canon 990 IS? I have no problem uploading the pictures but the video is? thank you! Maries
- 1 point for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I have a Canon 40D and am thinking about going to the SD990IS for convenience
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: What settings to use to prevent too strong of a flash on indoor photos with the SD990 IS?
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: What year did Canon start selling the SD990 IS?
- 15 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I'm looking for a sm. easy to use dig that can take that quick kodak moment you need to have for kids
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I get such blurry pictures with the point and shoot I currently have. . . is this a problem with this camera?
- 10 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: TIME FOR A NEW CAMERA
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: How does the SD990 compair to the A710 IS,which I currently have, am pleased with but want to upgrade. Would you suggest another
- 5 points for best answer - 13 replies
- Q: Does it have "movie mode"?
- 3 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: excellent comments on canon sd990 vs 880 but what about sd990 vs the sd970
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Would this be a great "first time owner"?
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Does this camera have date stamp and folder creation capabilities?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Looking for a simple, small digital camera ($300=400) for great pictures of family and sailing events. Any suggestions?
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: While Shooting Video, Does the SD 990 offers zoom (digital or optical) and more important, Does it re-focuses when zooming?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Please help me compare: SD990, Finepix F100 and Stylus Tough 8000!
- 5 replies
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