Canon Powershot SD750
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Slim and sophisticated, the Canon SD750 is an ultracompact Elph with a massive 3-inch LCD. Similar to the SD1000, the SD750 has a larger LCD and a slightly thicker body, featuring a metallic finish and a circular accent around the lens. Meanwhile, inside the camera, Canon's DIGIC III processor is at work with Face Detection and Noise Reduction, ensuring great shots under almost any conditions. Speedy operation, improved image quality, and long battery life make this sleek camera ideal for the style-conscious as well as the photo perfectionists.
Specifications
- 7.1 megapixels
- 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
- Auto focus
- Auto exposure
- JPEG Exif 2.2, DCF, DPOF file formats
- Movie mode with sound
- ISO 80-1600
- Proprietary lithium-ion batteries
- 3 inch LCD
- SD / SDHC / MMC storage (32 MB card supplied)
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Canon Powershot SD750 Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 5.0 out of 5
I personally love this Camera. It has great picture quality, zoom and it for sure does have the Color accent, and color swap. I would like to know how to work the color accent but i dont. :(
- 5.0 out of 5
Wow this is the best-quality camera, but sometimes at night it takes low quality pictures, but I probably just need to change the settings. the best ever from Canon.
- 4.0 out of 5
Love the camera! Takes great shots and user friendly. I'm able to take BW, Sepia, even color swap which is pretty cool. There's a lot of neat functions you can use and it's a small so it fits right in my pocket. I use it for my Photo 101 class and a night out with friends (for facebook lol). When I bought it it was much more expensive, this price in comparison is a bargargain. Anyways it's good for regular people looking for a good camera, I wouldn't suggest for more serious photographers.
- 5.0 out of 5
Canon changed to a two motor lens, the regular motor works with the infrared distance range finder, the stepper motor works with the edge detection. However the stepper motor has limited rotation 1/2 turn each way, so if your lens is out of position by more than 1/2 turn, it can't do its job
- 2.0 out of 5
It takes horribly blurry images for moving objects. I am disappointed with it. The older Canon I had was much better.
- 5.0 out of 5
Like my camera ... Still learning ,trying to operate it...
lost my d.v.d that came with , an the store where I bought it is ''gone out of business !
Thank You
- 5.0 out of 5
Upgraded to SD750 from SD450 (great camera) For the price, this camera is definitely worth it. The pictures come out clear and it is extremely easy to use. You can switch from picture to video with just one click. You can also hook it up to your tv and play a slide show of the pictures. When viewing previous pictures, the zoom feature is amazing.
- 2.0 out of 5
Much worse picture quality than old sd500. Compare carefully before buying. I don't know what all these other great reviews are about. They must not own any prior Canon.
- 2.0 out of 5
I read all the reviews and finally bought this camera. Maybe it's my camera, but the pictures are horrible. If you like grain in your pictures this camera is for you. I predominantly leave the setting on Auto. My wife and daughter both use the camera, so adusting settings is not what the family is looking to do. They just want to focus and take a clear picture. This camera leaves alot to be desired. I have spoken with Canon and they indicated I need to use the manual controls and work the ISO speeds to my liking. I have also tried the scene settings for indoor and outdoor shooting, but to no avail since 50% of my pictures show grain. While I have taken Canon's advice and have been manually controlling the camera's settings, I am still very dissapointed in the overall clarity of the pictures. If you are buying this camera to take clear family and vacation snapshots, be prepared to use your computer software to constantly edit the pictures. My older heavier Canon A95 5 megapixel takes 100x better pictures then this camera. I am in the market for something else.
- 5.0 out of 5
Got this camera for my birthday - my first digital, so I'm looking for something pretty simple. I doubt I'll do video mode, probably will keep the memory card cleaned out to an extent so that I won't need multiple cards and numbering will not be a problem (see kev 7/1/08). I really like that I can have auto settings and yet have the option of when I learn the camera to do my own settings. I've done sunset pictures, pictures of my animals and husband so far and they all look great! I did purchase a 4 GB memory card when I got the camera, so I'll be able to take lots of pictures when I go to Steeler Camp in a few weeks. This has been a great birthday present and I look forward to many years of excellent pictures.
- 3.0 out of 5
Overall this is a good camera, but has some short comings. Its as if canon tried to get off cheap and hired some right out of college engineers.
The video mod in 640X480 takes about 100 megs per 50 - 60 seconds of video. This is a pretty steep size requirement as a 4 gig card holds less then 40 minutes of video.
The video mod in 320X240 is limited to 60 seconds. The zoom feature does not work in 320x240 either.
When memory cards are changed out, then cleared, then reinserted into the camera, the numbering is reset to the last picture on the card - not the last picture taken by the camera.
If you have 3 memory cards, the numbering sequence will be reset back to the last picture on every card, not the last picture taken on the camera. This makes it very possible to have three different pictures, (one from each memory card) with the same file name (number). This is a serious flaw in the design of the camera. The numbering should be from the last picture taken, not the last picture that was on each card. Canon engineers dropped the ball on that feature.
Pictures in low light come out with a yellow color.
The camera does not save some of the settings between power cycles. Such as - every time you turn the camera on and off, the flash resets back to on. Having to reset the options after every power cycle is a design flaw, once again canon engineers dropped the ball on a basic design feature.
The camera does not install itself as a removable drive on your computer (running windows XP here). This makes it impossible to move picture to the camera.
The date stamp only works in one picture mod - another design flaw.
- 5.0 out of 5
I used a lot of camera's in my job and for vacations with my brother and mother. This camera doe's wonderful photo's for quick shot's. Do not expect this camera to do a professnal job. You pay for what is expected of memorie's. This camera has not dissapointed me at all. I enjoy my Canon S2 IS sometime's however, I enjoy the SD750 even more. So, qiut you're complaining!!! Spend more money!!!!!!!
- 1.0 out of 5
I had a canon with only 4 megapixels and it takes 300 times better pictures then this one. Very dissapointed with Canon, I am going to excange it. Don't waste your money if your are looking for sharp and clear pictures.
- 4.0 out of 5
I purchased a Casio EXLIM S10 two weeks ago but was very disappointed with indoor and cloudy day snapshots. I exchanged it for a Canon SD750 and man oh man, what a difference. The picture quality is so much superior - crisp, clean, and vivid. I'm happy now...
- 5.0 out of 5
This camera is amazing. Being able to use it in full manual mode is great. Controlling the shutter and iso is also a plus. It takes spectacular photos. Nothing much more you can say, other than its awesome.
- 5.0 out of 5
i got this camera about 6 months ago and i absolutly love it! being 17, i had to get something that i could afford, and this camera is deffinatly worth the money. i love all the settings like kids and pets, inside, foilage, underwater, beach, snow, and a few others. it also has a setting where you can take pictures really close up and they come out crystly clear. the video quality is great too. pretty much everything about this camera is great and i would deffinatly recomend it to anyone!!
- 4.0 out of 5
Love this camera. It is a great point and shoot unit. Im still learning what it can do, but love to have it with me just to take pics.
- 2.0 out of 5
I find the picture quality to be very poor. Mostly blurry. Seems to have trouble evening out the focus across the entire scene. My Dad's Kodak DX7440 (4 MP, larger body, 3 years older) takes MUCH better pictures. I brought my first one back because I thought it was defective, but the 2nd one is only marginally better.
Maybe this is just how the ultra-compact cameras are. I love the size and features of this camera, but the poor quality might make me go back to a larger-body camera.
- 5.0 out of 5
I've had this camera for 2 days and I've taken nothing but great shots. I love the sleek look and the fact that it is so compact. All of my pictures are crisp and clear. I'll always stick with Canon.
- 2.0 out of 5
The one thing this camera lacks is sharp focus. Yes, there are hundreds of reviews about how pretty and sleek this camera is but 10 years from now, it's not about that. You'll want clear photos. Take the time and look at the bad reviews and you'll see a trend - this camera doesn't take sharp pictures. I played around with the settings for more than two months to try to correct the problem thinking it must be operator error - but it's not. My Nikon Coolpix 3.2MP camera (while slow) produces photos that are 10 times sharper than the SD750.
- 4.0 out of 5
at a good price, this camera is perfect for teens and adults! easy, and very very clear screen. movies are decent, it is more for someone who takes pictures, but it is great for that!!
- 5.0 out of 5
For the price, this camera is definately worth it. The pictures come out clear and it is extremely easy to use. You can switch from picture to video with just one click. You can also hook it up to your tv and play a slide show of the pictures. When viewing previous pictures, the zoom feature is amazing.
- 5.0 out of 5
I've had this camera for just over 8 months and have taken close to 4,000 pictures.
Besides the cool features, "color accent" being my favorite, it takes excellent pictures and it's one of the fastest camera's i've come across. I turn it on, click, and it take a picture.. if it needs flash, it takes no more than two seconds. I play around with the features a lot taking different kinds of pictures, macro shots are my favorite. night shots with a stand and the focus set to infinity come out amazing.
If there's anything negative about this camera, it's the battery. It's not something to really complain about, just wish it would last a little bit longer. Currently i can take about 300 - 400 pictures before i get a low battery. I would like to see that rate moved up to 500+ range then it would really be perfect. I'll be switching the camera out for an SD 870IS in the new year.
- 1.0 out of 5
I have only had this camera for a week. It takes aweful pictures. They are fuzzy when i load them onto the computer. I had a Kodak five megapixel camera before this and it was a lot more clear. I have tried to change all the settings, but nothing helps. I plan on taking it back to bestbuy to exchange it, hoping it might be a default in the camera??? Anyways, I do not recommend this camera... everyone else seems to like it though so I dont know.
- 5.0 out of 5
This is a great all-around camera. The high megapixels make for perfectly clear pictures and it can be made almost completely manual with ISO controls, light controls, etc. The only complaint I might have against it is that it doesn't make great sunset pictures. It may just be that I have yet to find the correct setting for them, but the depth and colors of the light aren't quite what my old camera used to have. Other than that, it is really easy to use and a very high-end camera for its price. It also is super small and can fit in a pocket if you're looking to take it everywhere (which I do). The shutter speed is instantaneous if you're not using the flash and you can take consecutive pictures really easily (great for sports). The screen is huge and makes for great viewing of pictures without a computer. Battery life is pretty extensive, I bought an extra that I carry with me everywhere because I do a lot of backpacking and camping, but so far have yet to completely run out of power. I would recommend getting a 1 gB card because if you want the pictures at top resolution, they take up quite a bit of space (1 gB holds about 600 pictures). This camera really can't be beat, it has all the necessary features and takes amazing pictures.
- 5.0 out of 5
After playing with the camera for a couple of weeks and taking it on a trip to France, I can say I'm very impressed with it. Getting pictures of excellent quality and discovering the easy-to-use options is great fun.
Before buying I've been checking different models and eventually decided to get this one, and I am happy with the choice.
But don't take my word, have a look of the other reviews and rankings!
- 5.0 out of 5
Nice Picture Quality and bright &true colors make this camera a sure winner. It's 'face detection' technology really works.
Many settings choices.
I've taken pictures in many different settings and 99% have come out great!
While the camera is small it's features and bell's & whistles stand out. As with all Canons there's no battery meter, maybe one day they'll understand the importance. However must people carry a backup battery anyway. Battery life was aproximately 180 - 200 shots.
Video is nice and has sound which is clerly audible with the cameras speaker.
I would recommend this camera to people that are looking for a good compact camera with many features.
- 2.0 out of 5
I own the canon sd550 and love it. I also own the canon xti slr camera and love it. Up till now i've never owned a canon i didn't love. I find that the sd750 has very poor picture quality and has a problem with blurring and focusing.
- 5.0 out of 5
This camera really has many many features, from a large 3" LCD screen to 17 modes to burst shooting.
It's pictures are sharp and satisfying, Video has sound and is silky.
Flash could be stronger albeit bright enough.
Menus are sophisticated yet good
Features are plentiful, actually to numerous to mention.
Battery life is very good.
WHAT IS MISSING:
Battery meter
More powerful OPTICAL ZOOM, optical zoom is only 3X as compared to 10X on Panasonic
All in All i'm satisfied because I like the size and feel as well as the PQ of this camera.
- 5.0 out of 5
One of the best features is this cameras 'ULTRA COMPACT' status, small and pocket size with a big 3inch LCD. Price has come down which makes it attractive. Pictures are clear & sharp. Firm feel and easy to operate. I have this camera 3 weeks and am enjoying it. Video is clear and smooth and easy to use as are the menus to navigate. Features are very good. Separate picture view button makes seeing your shots a breeze. Layout of buttons and controls is easy and useful
Disappointed that camera DOES NOT image stabilization. Also that built in memory is so small.
Bottom Line: Excellent camera at a good price keeping in mind it is an ultra compct!
- 3.0 out of 5
Has anyone with this camera have any problems with blurness since it does not have stabilization?
- 5.0 out of 5
After looking at every review and listening to all my camera buff pro friends, this was the absolute best camera to stick in your pocket. Extremely simple to use and outstanding battery life. I installed a 2 gig memory card and have been thrilled with the image quality, even compared to my professional photographer Brother in Law's 4000.00 Canon pro model. We shot similar photos on my wifes Birthday cruise and got almost identical quailty shots! It is ideal for the novice.
- 5.0 out of 5
I've had 3 point and shoot Sonys' and this Canon SD750 outperforms them all hands down. The PQ, color richness, and clarity are awesome for such a petite camera. I also have a Canon SLR EOS 20D and in some conditions, the quality comes very close. I'm very satisfied with this camera and I would recommend it to anyone wanting an easy to use device with the highest quality for its size.
- 4.0 out of 5
i bought the canon 750 months ago, what ive relalized is that it has a face detection technology. That means it will focus the picture more on the face than the background. As a sales associate many of my customers purchase the 750 because of itss unique style and the 3" LCD screen, the ISO is great on it, , straight foward to use
- 5.0 out of 5
After putting this camera through all the tests I can honestly say that it comes out a Winner. The Pictures are clear and sharp, the video smooth and fast.
Settings are many for an ultra compact.Battery lasts for approx 200 shots. Build is Good. Menus and features are easy to access and figure out.
Many bells & whistles included such as 'Accent mode & Color swap mode'. LCD is HUGE and CLEAR with 230,000 pixels.
Start up time is about 1 second. Camera has a 'BURST mode' which is useful for sports and photos of moving objects.
Camera is impressive and stylish. Price has come down considerably which makes the value Excellent.
I think that everybody has to remember that this is an Ulta-Compact and that we cannot expect the same quality as a DSLR, but it should be close and it is.
- 4.0 out of 5
I have had this camera for like 2 days now, and I think it gets great shots, but when I magnify the photo in view mode, you can tell it's picture start to degrade, i enjoy the camera, It's good for the price, and I have explored the various setting, I'm always open to suggestions, but after having the DSC Cybershot T100, the cybershot W200, I think the camera has enough quality to keep up with the group, but not surpass them. The dscT100 takes better Video. As far as the race between them all, I have to say theta the T100 and this one are pretty close in quality pics, but because the t100 has an extra megapixel, it looks a tad bit better in maginfying the shots. They were close though, but I chose this one for the price and the quality is just right, nothing to scream OMG about though.
- 5.0 out of 5
The SD750 really shines. This camera gives Picute Quality that is really unbeliveable. My pictures were crisp and sharp. Settings and modes are plentiful. Movies are close to HD and run smooth.
battery lasted for about 180 - 200 shots.
I figured out this camera without even reading the manual. although I did have to look up a few features in the user guide.
High ISO of 400 + did have some noise but this is normal in a point & shoot.
Size is good for pocket. Flash is average.
Menu is very distinct and useful.
Camera has a dedicated PLAYBACK BUTTON which is easy to use. this is a big plus.
Face detection works and improves PQ.
LCD is bright and 3 in ches big which is really useful for TAKING & SHOWING your pictures.
Camera comes with software to download , edit and organize your photos in your PC, useful but not photoshop.
Price is good.
This camera will definitely come in handy on vacations or just to carry in your pocket for those special moments.
Lastly one short coming is the 3x Optical Zoom. I wish this camera had 4X or 5X as the PANASONICS OR SONYS HAVE.
- 5.0 out of 5
The best way to describe Canons latest marvel is QUALITY at a Reasonable price.
This camera has all the features that a Point Shoot can possibly have at this point in time.
Of course there's always something small missing or that could be added but let's get real. For canon to add more features the price would be out of touch or this camera WOULD NOT BE CALLED A POINT &SHOOT!
FEATURES are Great, EASE of USE is simple, Size is really ULTRA COMPACT & PQ is superb.
- 5.0 out of 5
Went on vacation and came across various shots in different lighting etc. and this camera did a GREAT JOB!!
Picture Quality is really EXCELLENT! Sharp as a tack
Camera is solid and operating it is a breeze.
The 3"LCD really eliminates the need for a view finder. Even in bright sunlight my pictures were centered and easy to take.
Face detection software actually works and improves the images in your pictures tremendously
SIZE was perfect for my pocket.
Battery was good. Problem is there is no Battery Meter.
LCD has a GRID which makes taking LEVEL pictures easy. (can be turned on or off)
Bells and Whistles are plentiful. Manual control is good.
Camera has 17 Preset scenes such as Fireworks, Beach, Underwater, Sunshine, Night etc. These come in very handy and are useful.
Movies are Excellent with this camera which is a great added feature! A 2 gig card is ample but a 4 gigabyte SDHC card really holds a lot of movie time especially when you can't download to a PC.
I would recommend this camera very highly. In the 2 weeks I've had it I really put it through the ringer and "I'm IMPRESSED!!!.....enough said.
- 2.0 out of 5
Last year I bought a IXUS 60. Great camera and no problems. This year I bought what I thought would be an equally good camera. An IXUS 75 [Canon Powershot SD750] The first one I purchased had a dead pixel which showed up as a red spot in all my photos from day one. I took it back and the store replaced it. With the second one, I turned it on, took 8 photos and the lens locked up. It refused to retract and I kept getting an error message on the LCD screen "Lens error, restart camera". Easier said than done. It refused point blank to retract. I took that one back and got a refund. No more IXUS 75's for me.
- 5.0 out of 5
This camera rocks! Solid in build, Small in size and BIG on VALUE, describes the SD750.
PQ is great on this camera. Settings are numerous. 3" LCD is HUGE!!
Battery is good for over 200 shots, Movies are smooth and sound is good.
Many bells and whistles on this camera.
Keep in mind it is a POINT & SHOOT and that it is not a DSLR.
Wish it had a BATTERY METER but I bought an extra battery for back-up
Went to Swiss Alps and I wasn't disappointed. Pictures were great.
- 5.0 out of 5
I spent hours researching what to buy to replace my stolen camera. In the end I had no choice because, lacking ready access to a printer, I bought the SD 750 as it was the only one which came with the user's guides in English.
I have been trying to learn the capacities of the camera by reading up and practising a little every day. So far I have been very satisfied with the ease of use. I had been concerned that the dials and buttons on this compact might be too small for my fingers but have found them easy to operate. The menu is quite intuitive, the photos are clear and bright, the large LCD is a blessing and the camera is very portable indeed. I have not found problems with blurry pictures so have not missed the IS function yet - this view might change when my photography is less planned than it is now.
My only criticism is not of the camera but of Canon. The user's guides are so compact that the tiny icons are almost impossible to read, even with my reading glassses on. Fortunately the icons used on the LCD are very easy to read.
So although I did not really get to make a choice I am very pleased with the SD 750 (or IXUS 75 for Aussie and UK readers) - it is a gorgeous camera and so far has fulfilled all my hopes.
- 5.0 out of 5
I have owned many point and shoot cameras this is one of the best. My only problem is the lack of a battery indicator.
- 5.0 out of 5
It's small size yet many features and toys put this camera in front of the pack. The PQ is close to as good as you can get in an Ultra-Compact. Shutter lag is actually ZERO between pictures. Start-up is about 1/2 a second. Movies PQ is very Good SMOOTH and at 30 or 60 frames. Face Detection works and improves PQ. Many toys such as 'Color Swap and 'Accent' photographs are to numerous to mention. Optical Zoom is 3X and would have been great at 5X But it's only 3X.
Sleek pocket fit. LCD is BRIGHT and is True Color, LCD is 3" and Great for showing off your photos in camera. Separate Picture View button makes accessing your photos a cinch.
No Viewfinder because it's NOT NECESSARY with this camera.
This camera will MEET AND BEAT most peoples needs in a Point and Shoot. I know I'm very happy and I'm fussy and want value for my money.
Lastly be sure that you get a spare battery as Canon cameras don't have a battery meter!
- 5.0 out of 5
I have owned this camera for almost 2 weeks and am very much satisfied with its performance.
1. The 3.0" display is awesome and is resistant to scratches and fingerprints are easy to clean.
2. The Face Detection with tracking is excellent and it really works
3. The Video recording is crisp and clear
4. Pictures are a little noisy at high ISO
The SD750 lacks a view finder and the most wanted Image Stabilization. Photos are shaky sometimes till you get used to the camera.
Other than that, I would recommend this camera to anyone in need of a near perfect digital camera
- 3.0 out of 5
I own 4 Canon digitals plus a Canon Digital Rebel. Everything else considered, this is the best of the lot. The Rebel, of course, as an SLR, has many features unique to SLR's, but is like a rock around my neck...Consequently, I find myself using it only when not walking around a great deal. The SD750 takes photos every bit as good as the Rebel and is tiny. Buy this one! You will not be disappointed..BTW, a 2 gig card (available for about 25 bucks) gives you well over 600 shots at the highest resolution.
- 5.0 out of 5
After more than 1000 pictures in various situations including Indoor shots, Motion shots, Macro, Color Swap, Continuous shooting etc, etc, I can honestly say that this camera is GREAT. I'm really impressed at the PQ and features as well as the durability and solidness of the camera.
Many shooting modes (17 to be exact) as well as a few Manual settings.
This camera has Face Detection which is DOES WORK.
It also has a 3" LCD screen which really displays PURE COLOR.
Noise level is very good up to 800 ISO and then gets worse.
PQ overall is great. Movies are Pure, Crisp and SMOOTH.
Battery Life is good, however I would suggest buying a 2nd battery.
Camera accommodates up to a 4GB SDHC card. WOW!!!!
Value is excellent at$250 -$299.
- 5.0 out of 5
Camera stands out in quality. The pictures are really excellent.As for ease-of-use the SD750 is great. I was really impressed by the 3"LCD which everyone that saw this camera raved about. It made looking at pictures in camera a dream.
Camera has a solid build. Battery life lasted me 209 pictures, which I think is very good. Although I'm going to buy a spare battery for peace of mind.
The SD750 features 'FACE DETECTION' which really works 95% of the time. This allows for your subject to be the highlight of the picture as oppsed to dimly lit.
Wish camera had Image Stabilization.But I guess you can't have everything.
Lastly thr styling of the camera makes it easy to slip into a pocket or purse.
- 5.0 out of 5
This is the best camera I have ever owned, it is small and sleek but it takes great pics and the lcd display is top notch, way to go canon on this camera!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- 5.0 out of 5
I was surprised at the clarity of the pictures as this camera does NOT have Image Stabilization.
Beautiful 3"Screen doesn't seem to drain battery any faster than a 2.5"
Dedicated Picture and Movie VIEW BUTTON makes reviewing your pictures a snap.
Easy to Use, Attractive,Very compact and good value. If this camera had the image stabilization it would be outrageous. Also camera does NOT have a View finder, this may bother some people.

Canon Powershot SD750 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
It's a big deal when you need it.
However most people take casual shots and can live without this. In any event IF YOU TAKE A PICTURE AND THE PQ IS NOT GOOD JUST DELETE IT.
Many point and shoot cameras today do not have a view finder because you can see what the lense is seeing by looking at the LCD screen.
I think a view finder is nice to have. In sunlight, sometimes the image is difficult to see on the LCD.
It was a standard feature in the range finder camera of the 'film camera era' and is also found in a number of present day digital compacts.
Not all Power shots have their 'View Finder' removed, only some of them. If a camera does not have 'View Finder' it only means you have to make use of the LCD to view and frame your picture.
I'm tempted to point you towards the Canons just because I think you're going to get better image quality for a cheaper price. Nothing against Fuji- I just know for a fact that the Canons will give you good performance. Really, any of the ultra compact Canons, the SD-models, etc., will probably suit you. I would choose one of the fairly new ones that comes with the Digic III processor, which results in faster performance.
You might really like the SD750 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). It is getting fantastic reviews, it's an ultra compact, and it has a Burst mode that Canon claims can fire 1.7 frames per second. According to a review I read, it actually fires faster than that (the reviewer pulled off 10 shots in 5 seconds). You can click in Burst mode for as long as you still have memory (unlike some cameras, whose Burst modes limit you to a certain # of shots). This camera is also fast in regular, non-continuous mode, with shutter lag at fractions of a second, and about 1.5 seconds between photos (a little slower with the flash on).
In terms of memory, most cameras have a really small amount of internal memory built in, but you should also buy a memory card. They come in a wide variety of sizes- 256mb or larger should be plenty to hold lots of photos. This particular camera can use high-speed cards, which will make your burst mode work even better. I'd recommend a card called a SanDisk Ultra II SD card (the Ultra II means high speed).
Let me know if you have further questions!
If continuous shooting is important, avoid the S5... its continuous shooting mode is actually slower than the S3, coming in at about 1.5 frames per second vs. the 2.3 fps or so for the S3. This actually has some Canon users kind of upset, the fact that the upgrade is slower than the earlier model in some instances.
The S5 has a lot going for it, but continuous shooting isn't one of those things!
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But having read your reply on this thread, I figured I'd jump in and add to my other response by saying: a sporting event is a good example where 2.3 fps may come in handy rather than 1.5. As I said on the other answer, it depends on what you want to capture. If you want an action shot of a football player, think of it this way: if it takes him five seconds to run down the field, then with the Canon S5, you would get about 7.5 shots. With the S3 you'd get more like 11.5 shots. (Note that the fps aren't exact numbers, just those released by the manufacturer, but are pretty accurate).
So, whether or not that's fast enough will depend on what you want. A few shots of the guy running in various positions on the field? The S5 will do it. But if you need a specific shot or want to capture every expression he makes, you'd need the S3.
That is a REALLY lame example, and probably really obvious, but I am having trouble explaining it in a way that makes sense. =) Let me know if that helps.
I'm going to hop over to the other thread since you asked some great questions over there, and hopefully we can pin this down for you. =)
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Is there a compact digital camera that does not have a delayed shutter response - regardless of the "Burst" mode?
You're right- I miss that tight response of film cameras as well. =) But the mechanism of a film camera is slightly different (just a physical movement inside that opens/ closes to expose the film) whereas on a digital you're dealing with an issue of light striking what is basically a computer chip/ sensor (rather than old-school film), and that sensor has to do things: pass the image thru color filters and convert the image from light waves into an electronic signal. So, basically, all of these mechanics take more work than just the act of light striking film, so there's always going to be a slight delay while the camera revs up to do this when you push the shutter button.
The good news is that technology is ridiculously fast now, and in the past DSLRs were famous for super-fast response time due to their advanced build; but nowadays even most point & shoots are coming in with fractions of a second of delay time. So... what I'm saying is, you may not be able to find a digicam with NO delay, but you can get very, very close to it.
There are many different approaches to it, but here's a sample:
"The sensor capturing the image may be moved in such a way as to counteract the motion of the camera. Konica Minolta used a technique called "anti-shake" now marketed as SteadyShot in the Sony α line, which relies on a very precise angle speed sensor to detect camera motion.[8] Other manufacturers use DSPs to analyze the image on the fly and then move the sensor appropriately."
I know this is an old question, but just wondering if you have found a camera yet. There are a few I'm thinking of that might suit you; nowadays (thankfully) things are speeding up and there are some compacts available that could suit your needs in terms of response time, etc. Let me know if you're still in the market and I'll try to make some suggestions!
Sorry it took me a few days to reply- we are swamped with questions over here! =) Let me run over a few things and then make some recommendations:
-As far as resizing/ enlarging photos for scrapbooking purposes, the best thing you can do is make sure the camera offers a few different resolutions (all of them do; low to high quality) and that there are enough megapixels for you to be able to blow up the photo decently. The rest of the work you can do with editing software (<a href="picasa.google.com/">... is a great free tool if you don't own something like Photoshop). Unless you want to blow photos up very, very large, you should be just fine with something 6 megapixels or more.
-For speed, you obviously want something without much lag time, both between photos (shot to shot time) and from when you push the button to when the shot fires (shutter lag). Having an SLR, you are probably used to super-fast response; a smaller point & shoot is going to be a little slower than that, but luckily most of the cameras on the market today are still good and fast and should suit you well enough.
There are a LOT of great cameras in this price range that offer all these options.
Here are a few possibles:
Canon SD750 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) - This is the camera I want for my birthday (I hope my boyfriend is listening. =)) It's super speedy, compact, takes great photos and has all the options you'd need. The SD1000 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is basically the same camera with a slightly smaller screen but a super skinny body.
Maybe you want more zoom than these have? While it won't be as small, you can check out the Panasonic Lumix TZ3 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), just as speedy but perhaps slightly less total image quality than the Canons.
I tend to point people towards Canons. Not because I'm biased but because I think they truly give you the best shot for your money. Although the zoom is attractive, though, avoid the A710 IS ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) unless you never shoot with a flash. This camera has a very slow shot-to-shot time when flash is used.
Does this help at all? The ones I threw at you are mainly new models which tend to be faster in operation (technology is speeding along!) Let me know if you need further advice.
With all that being said - if you are looking to shoot soccer games or other sporting events or auditorium events - then you need either a long zoom (for distance) or an SLR (for speed of focus and shooting). I suggest getting the Nikon D40 (not the D40x, as you can save money and don't need the 10MP of the "x") and if money is not an issue - get a VR lens, like the 18-200 VR. Otherwise if you don't want SLR, then maybe the Panasonic TZ3, Sony H5, H7 or H9.
Good luck
Adam
On the other hand, optical viewfinders can sometimes be inaccurate, or too small to be really useful. "Real image zoom" is the type of viewfinder that the SD1000 has... I don't know the science behind it, but it's supposed to be better than just a plain optical viewfinder, with magnification involved so that you can see most of the scene even when you're zoomed (some viewfinders tend to cut you down to a percentage of the screen at full zoom).
My advice is, if the viewfinder sounds really appealing, to try it out at the store first, because I haven't heard much about the SD1000 viewfinder and am not sure how accurate or useful it is or isn't. Hope that helps!
Freeze action shots require a fast shutter. But if the shutter goes off at 1/4000th of a second, but the focal plane doesn't get enough light, then you have no picture! So there are three factors for freezing the action: 1) A fast shutter speed. 2) A fast lens. 3) A fast film/CCD.
(1) The shutter speed of a camera is published data, and that is easy to find, such as at imaging-resource.com/MFR1.HTM
Naturally the more expensive and elaborate the camera, the more likely it is to have the fastest shutter speeds. A $90 blister-pack special is not going to have a super-fast shutter.
(2) Simple physics: The larger the lens (the actual diameter of the glass)---the more light it gathers. The more light, the faster the shutter speed that can be employed for a given shot. There is no substitute for a large lens. Here again, the better cameras have larger lenses. E.G. the Canon S3IS, and of course even the low-end SLRs have larger lenses than the pocket and super-slim cameras.
(3) The film/CCD focal plane surface is given an ISO rating. The larger the number, the more sensitive the material (whether film or CCD). Guess what? Not coincidentally, the size of the CCD and the sensitivity are related, so that the larger CCDs are better than the smaller ones. Hence the use of large CCDs in the upper-echelon SLRs.
When you put this all together, you come to one conclusion: The SLR is your best choice for sports photography. Actually, the SLR is the best choice in most instances for all types of photography due to the above factors, as well as the total versatility of the SLR systems. The two best entry-level SLRs are the Nikon D40 and the Canon XTi.
But the two major drawbacks to the SLR are significant. The first of course is cost, and the second is weight and bulk. One's neck and arms can get tired carrying an SLR all day, to say nothing of carrying a whole camera bag full of SLR gear.
You might be satisfied stopping short of the SLR, however. Larger full-feature cameras like the Canon S3IS and now the Canon S5, or the Canon G7, or the Fuji S9100, or the Olympus 550UZ, the Sony H7, the Panasonic FZ50, or the Kodak P712, might work for you.
The common thread of the cameras above is that they are all "SLR like"---meaning that they resemble a compact SLR camera. They have the larger bodies, which accommodates the larger lenses, and have a large protrusion on the right side, as a combination battery compartment and hand grip. These range in price from $300 - $500.
Hope this helps,
Rich
how far off are the slr-like cameras u mentioned? and - if you were (relatively) unconcerned with price, what would u get? i may be amateur, but am a decent amateur with a good eye, and color and clarity - esp. during action shots - really matter. thanks again. i was amazed at the promptness and thoroughness of your response! lori
I think a great combo is an SLR-like camera, like the Canon S3-S5 or Olympus 550, along with one of the super-slim models, like the Casio Exilim or one of the Canon Elph cameras.
I bought one of the first super-slim cameras, a Casio Exilim, about 4 years ago. It IS the size of a credit card, just thicker. Only problem---it's got 2MP and a weak flash. But it was so handy (although I hardly use it anymore) because I could grab it at the last minute and haul it my pants pocket, with hardly a bulge. And on vacation---I could take that camera as I left the hotel to do a day of sight-seeing, and not have the bother of lugging even a small camera around.
When an American tourister (no pun intended) travels in foreign lands, he or she might be a target, either as an American or as a tourist. With a fancy camera hanging around the neck, one might as well wear a t-shirt that says "TOURIST". Sometimes you want to take the heavy hardware like an SLR out on a day trip, but there are other times when you just want to go out and enjoy yourself. With a super-slim camera, you can travel around easily, but still have a camera available just in case you want a shot. And then at dinner time, you can still stop in at a fancy restaurant (which might be far away from your hotel) ---without having a giant SLR or SLR and camera bag to contend with while you dine.
We now live in the best of both worlds. You can purchase an excellent yet affordable camera with a 12x zoom lens. As an example, the Canon S3 has an equivalent zoom of 36mm-432mm. Canon DOES NOT MANUFACTURE any lens for the SLR line that has an equivalent zoom of 12x. Look at the focal length specs on Canon's SLR lenses: 55-200, 70-200, 80-200, 100-400. The MAX is a 4x model, the 100-400 and the 55-200 is also close to the 4x factor.
Obviously, the reason for this disparity is the enormous cost and SIZE of the lens that would be needed to throw the standard 24mm x 36mm image onto the CCD. Because the smaller cameras have smaller CCDs, the lens configurations are smaller in length and weight.
If I had unlimited funds?? I would have the above two smaller cameras, AND an SLR system thrown in for fun. I think though, that I would be using the two smaller cameras to photograph 95% of my pictures.
Stick with Canon's SD format. It's used by many more electronics with SD card capability.
Also, while I have your attention, allow me to make an pitch for using several smaller cards, rather than one large one. Reason being, insurance. Any memory card can fail or become corrupted. And when you're on vacation the last thing you want is to lose the opportunity to take pictures until you can recover that media card with a software utility. If your card goes bad, swapping another one for it at that moment is of advantage so you can keep taking pics. Then, later when you're in front of your PC, you can use a utility like F-recover to get back your pictures and recover your card.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one large one when several smaller ones can solve that problem.
MODEL: Canon SD750 / Nikon s50
CAMERA TYPE: Ultra-Compact / Ultra-Compact
DIMENSIONS: 91.6 x 56.8 x 19.6 mm / 91.4 x 58.4 x 20.3 mm
RESOLUTION: 7.1 megapixel / 7.2 megapixel
OPTICAL ZOOM: 3x (equivalent to 35-105mm) / 3x (equivalent to 38-114mm)
IMAGE STABILIZATION: No / Yes
ISO: 80-1600 / 100-1600
VIDEO RESOLUTION: 640x480 (30fps) / 640x480 (30fps)
LCD: 3" (230,000 pixels) / 3" (230,000 pixels)
WEIGHT: 4.06 oz / 4.40 oz
MEDIA: SD, SDHC, MMC / SD, SDHC
INTERNAL MEMORY: No / Yes (13MB)
FEATURES: Face Detection, Red-eye Correction / Redeye reduction, D-Lighting, Best Shot Selector, Face Priority AF
I hope this helps.
is it a good digital camera for that?
If you want something better, I would suggest you download Picasa2 from Google. Picasa2 is free and will simplify all download, simple editing and printing of pictures irrespective of which camera you use.
The best part of Picasa2, which I use frequently, is the ability to burn the pictures to CD direct, together with a slide show program and it's all free from Google.
Image Stabilization does not always eliminate all blur, but should help to improve the quality of the photograph. most people will be taking most of their photos in well lit places. flash is always available preventing blur. I personally like the black glossy look of the sd750 and the large 3'' LCD. The sd800 has some softness around the edges, not a lot but still noticeable. If you are going to be taking most of your pictures in well lit places buy the sd750/ixus 75.
If you will be zooming in lets say 3x or more and taking a majority of your photos in poorly it areas, but the sd800.
I am still not sure whether I should keep the SD750 or return it for the sd800. I sure have to say it is a great camera, I love the large screen and black glossy look on the back.
sd750 looks great takes great pictures
most people will not be needing wide angle lens and image stabilization is not necessary to take great photos!!
There are a few on line albums that you can join and Kodak Gallery probably will be one of the better ones.
Kodak " ..... Gallery website automatically determines what type of upload method is best for your computer and guides you accordingly. " so you do not have much to worry about.
You can click <a href="kodakgallery.com/Register.j... here</a> to get started and <a href="kodakgallery.com/PhotoOverv... to this page</a> to see what you can do with your pictures.
This site really works!
As for memory cards. allow me to make an pitch for using several smaller cards, rather than one large one. Reason being, insurance. Any memory card can fail or become corrupted. And when you're on vacation the last thing you want is to lose the opportunity to take pictures until you can recover that media card with a software utility. If your card goes bad, swapping another one for it at that moment is of advantage so you can keep taking pics. Then, later when you're in front of your PC, you can use a utility like "F-recovery" to get back your pictures and recover your card.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one large one when several smaller ones can solve that problem.
As for brand names ... SanDisk works really well, as does Lexar. I use both.
Red Eye Reduction : Go to Record Menu.
select red eye reduction, turn it on.
Slow Syn : Go to Record Menu.
Select Slow Syn, turn it on.
Further details are found in page 35 of your user guide (advance).
If you don't have a copy, you can download it from the <a href="usa.canon.com/consumer/cont... Canon Download Library</a>.
Could someone that own this camera make a test?
What about zoom motor noise while zooming.
Thanks a lot
I'm also con considering Sony, t100 Casio EX-V7, any comments are great
For my money, if you want video, use a video cam.
When I say deteriorate, I mean that the amount of battery power, after a re-charge, gradually lessens month after month. If a new camera/battery combination provides you with enough shots-between-charges, then there is no point in investing the extra money in a second battery UNLESS you want to have the backup capability.
Eventually that battery (or both batteries, if you buy the backup unit as well) will wear out. So you might go from say, 200-250 photos per charge, down to 75-90 photos per charge, over a period of a few years.
I think that any of the brand-name batteries are fine. In fact, I would not be at all surprised if the Canon batteries are actually made by Duracell or Everyready.
If you compare them, both seem to have almost the same specs (resolution, optical zoom, lcd display size and resolution, face priority/detection, red-eye reduction/correction, and price). The only major difference I see is that the Nikon S50 has optical image stabilization (or lens-shift vibration reduction image stabilization).
Seeing as they both cancel out each other specs-wise, is the optical image stabilization feature a good enough reason to go for the Nikon s50? The site below will make you think that this is an important feature to have.
kenrockwell.com/tech/image-...
On the other hand the Canon SD750 is ranked 1st in four categories in this site. But with the Nikon s50 not that far behind. So should I get the Canon SD750 instead based on its review and ranking?
Please help me out. I gotta stop flip-flopping on this.
I wasn't able to compare exactly, but with a previous model (SD700) of the Canon seems to take better pictures than the Nikon S line. Your mileage may vary, of course, and it just may come down to going down to the camera store and holding both models in your hands to see which one "fits" you best.
S51 is having 8 mega pixel with Image stabilisaion. I compared both the models, I find Nikon is having slightly advanced features than Canon. After a long comparison, I decided to go fo nikon.
Bcos I already have a Nikon L2 which is quit satisfactory. I compared the pictures which are taken in Canon Ixus 70 (SD700) with Nikon L2, the quality is amazing in Nikon.
Me and my friend have taken Eiffel Tower in the night using both the cameras. The Nikon picture is more brighter than Canon SD700.
So I am very much delighted to get a new Nikon S51 next week.
If you are asking a different question, like whether or not your charger will work in Japan, then let me know. It's late. =)
is probably what you need (I believe the SD750 uses the NB-4L batteries mentioned there), although I'd double check on whether the 'foldable three prong' outlet system is also what's used in Japan. I'm about 88% sure that would work.
Andrew ( blackdoorphotos.com/ )
Andrew ( blackdoorphotos.com/ )
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I'm not going to be purchasing my camera until the begining of next year but I figured I should start my homework now. Basically I'm looking through the cannon family to find something that is fast, does well in low-light situations and will not choke-out on me halfway through the day...wether it be from memory or energy. Now! From what I've been reading on this site I know to upgrade my memory card a.s.a.p. to prevent running out of space and to make sure I have back up batteries, or to get a camera that uses disposible batteries (and to use really good disposible batteries!!).
As for the abilities to take pics quick - the SD750 seems to be the logical favorite pick...but how does the SD750 do in low-light environments? Is there an idea digital camera able to take pics quickly in poor lighting?
I just found it in the Q&A...don't know how I missed it last time LoL. But it explains what I'm asking well enough I suppose....thanks!!
~ALynn~
Now that my prejudices are out of the way .... for comparison, you may want to check out this resource ( imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP... ). It takes pictures with each and you can compare them side by side.
I am currently testing the Olympus SP-550UZ ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) and have so far been quite pleased with the results. 7.1 MP, 18x zoom, image stabilization and some great scene based program features including a 15fps burst mode. This is great for sports photography.
Now some will argue that the 15fps burst mode only allows for about 1.2 mp. I think it's better than that. But even so, it will do for snapshots no larger than 4x6, and you still get that action shot. For full res, it does have a 3 fps burst mode as well.
It also has in camera editing features such as cropping, sepia and black/white alerations, nite modes, super macro mode for REALLY close up shots, panoramic guides for shooting multiple shots to stitch into a panorama, even a mode for shooting documents.
I'm really enjoying it. If I had to complain, however, I have found the menu structure wanting and difficult to use on the fly. But other than that, it's a top notch camera.
Finally, when trying to make a final call, it may just come down to what camera feels good in your hand. Go to a local camera store and check both out side by side, holding them, feeling their center of gravity, the balance. How it sits in your hand. That usually sells me one way or the other.
As for image quality,speed and performance, I'd imagine they're both comparable - although I think the IS is a feature that gives the 850 a slight edge. Have you been to Image Resource's "comparometer?" ( imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP... ) it's very helpful when weighing the quality & performance of two cameras.
You can lob personal insults all you want, but cost isn't the issue here and I never said it was. I agree that Zeiss lens are one of the best, but they don't beat out Nikon's and at best, they are a draw with Canon. The issue for me, as I stated above is SONY's obsession with proprietary technologies such as the memory stick, that force their customers into one and only one provider for their gear ... and that isn't right. And, yes, it isn't cost effective either. You end up paying a premium for technology which does the job, but is fairly locked down. And that isn't good from an R&D or a cost issue. And many of our members here look for cameras on a budget. As such, they deserve to know what they are getting into with a SONY. Plain and simple.
Companies like Canon, Nikon, etc. rely on SD cards, which are pretty much the standard in point and shoot for memory cards. This means you can use any you happen to currently have and they are much cheaper AND FASTER than memory sticks. You can also use them in other technologies like PDAs, DMPs, and even mp3 players, whereas that memory stick is only going to be used in another SONY.
So, respectfully, before you make the assumption that cost is the only issue, you may want to READ a post before insulting someone on the threads.
There's also the highly rated Fuji FinePix S700 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). It has a much larger zoom (10x), 7.1 mp, and gives you a full manual option.
That's where I'd be looking. If you could go a tad higher, I am currently testing the Olympus SP-550UZ ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) and have so far been quite pleased with the results. 7.1 MP, 18x zoom, image stabilization and some great scene based program features including a 15fps burst mode. This is great for sports photography.
It also has in camera editing features such as cropping, sepia and black/white alerations, nite modes, super macro mode for REALLY close up shots, panoramic guides for shooting multiple shots to stitch into a panarama, even a mode for shooting documents.
I'm really enjoying it. If I had to complain, however, I have found the menu structure wanting and difficult to use on the fly. But other than that, it's a top notch camera.
I bought the Fuji S700 (WalMart $239.00) for taking pictures of my kids too. Birthday parties and family gatherings. I have completely fallen in love with this camera. I also own the Canon A630, but I really needed more zoom. Even with full zoom the picture quality is fantastic. And red eye is few and far between with indoor flash photos. Very natural looking tones with crisp picture quality. The camera is very comfortable in the hand, even in my husbands hands. He has bear paws, ha ha, and he has commented on the cameras feel as comfortable. Battery life is fantastic, 4 AA's. Change on the fly, if needed. This camera offers a lot of features for such a great price. Hope this helps.
Printer-Brother DCP-130C.
Not sure what your price range is, but most digitals being released today are pretty speedy. I'm eyeing the Canon SD750 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) myself, which is above-average in lag and has the Digic III processor (nice and speedy). If you're looking for specific features (a certain zoom? etc.) let me know and I'll try to point out a few others.
Canon Powershot A550=0.3sec
Canon Powershot A560=0.3sec
Casio Exilim EX-Z700=0.4sec
Kodak Easyshare C875=0.15sec
Kodak Easyshare V705=0.13sec
Olympus SP-510=0.4sec
Panasonic DMC TZ3=0.4sec
Sony DSC W80=0.15sec
Sony DSC W100=0.3sec
Sony DSC N2=0.14sec
Sony DSC H9=0.15sec
Hope this helps. Go to cameras.co.uk/html/shutter-...
and you'll see on the right categories of different brands, best cameras, and so on with fast shutter lag times and fast altogether.
One way to minimize flare is to shade the lens (perhaps with your hand) while not letting your hand get in the shot. This will reduce or perhaps eliminate the incident rays of the sun from landing on the lens and causing flare.
If the question is about exposure (say, your taking a picture of your friend who has his back to the sun and as such you can't see any detail in your friend), that's a loooong answer. (Ask the question again. ;-)
I believe movie mode is 4GB maximum per clip, so you'd want at least a 1-2GB card depending on how much you record.
Thanks in advance.
Leo is pretty off-base on this one. When it comes to specs/shooting modes, the SD750 is IDENTICAL to the SD1000 aside from the bigger screen. The SD750 is a great deal if you can deal with .5" less of LCD space.
You can see a side by side comparison of the two cameras here ( dpreview.com/reviews/compar... ).
Both cameras are mostly plastic, unfortunately.
Good luck!
Check out these sites for pictures of each camera. My suggestion is the Canon Powershot A570IS. You get the image stabilization, which helps with the lower-light blurriness the Sony Cybershot W55 and Fuji Finepix S700 struggle with. It also has better picture quality, better color with more natural tones, better macro pictures and a slightly higher zoom than the Sony. On the other hand, it's not as small as the W55, and doesn't have the 10x optical zoom like the Fuji has. Overall, for <$200 U.S., the A570IS is the best choice of the 3.
amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-...
amazon.com/Sony-Cybershot-D...
amazon.com/Fujifilm-Finepix...
Is there anything in particular you're looking for? For example, the Cybershot is ultracompact (ie, smaller than the Finepix or Powershot). The Finepix has 10x optical zoom while the Cybershot and Powershot have 3x and 4x optical zoom, respectively. Etc.
Look at the pictures at these sites for each camera:
S700: amazon.com/gp/product/custo...
W55: amazon.com/gp/product/custo...
A570IS: amazon.com/gp/product/custo...
I went through all the pictures myself, and this is what I can tell you:
The Fuji, for the price, has the great 10x optical zoom, but suffers at the far-end with blur, especially when not in high-lighting situations. The Sony, for the price, is a nice ultracompact camera, but suffers extremely in anything but optimal lighting and doesn't get you the close-ups (or the far shots). Between these two, I would choose the Fuji.
The A570IS offers the best color saturation (most balanced and accurate), the image stabilization that helps in the low-lighting pictures, a slightly higher zoom than the Sony, better macro abilities and, if anything else, the best versatility of pictures.
There may be some features you're looking for that you'd prefer over other cameras. I would choose between the Fuji and the Canon -- the Fuji, if you insist on high-zoom, and the Canon for anything else. I would suggest the Canon, because you can always crop and zoom pictures after-the-fact.
It's essentially like complaining that the LCD doesn't show what's in a dark room -- it just can't. But once you take the picture and the flash goes off, the picture you've taken will show clearly on the display.
Whether you can accept that type of annoyance is up to you. I don't mind it. Almost all ultracompacts do it and, on most of the cameras that don't have as much of a problem, the picture quality isn't as good.
So to answer your question, it's not a defect and you need to decide if you need to exchange it for another brand or model that doesn't show the problem as much.
Then go to Explorer (not IE) and you should be able to find the SD card, listed something like "F: removable drive". Then you can do the 'drag and drop' routine, moving any files you want from the PC to the SD card.
I've never had any success trying to do this with my S2 IS or my A60. I think it must be something custom that Canon puts in their avi file headers that you can't reproduce when you encode videos on your PC. I haven't even been able to get videos produced on the S2 IS to work when I've downloaded and then re-uploaded them to the camera.
Sorry!
This is not a Canon problem, it is a the case with most digital cameras that they cannot read any file that has been edited or created in another device. Once you download the pics to your computer the data is altered even though they still have the same file extension. This altering means you don't use your camera to view them ever again. When a laptop is not available, the next best thing would be a portable DVD player that also reads CDs. Burn your AVIs and playback in player....Bigger screen too.
Val
I am with you. I tried calling Canon to see what they will say and pretty much as you guessed. I would think some good programmer/hacker could write this in an afternoon and make a ton of money selling it to camera users to turn their cameras intp portable media players. I mean this would be a major significant upgrade people would pay for. I would anyway. I am hoping someone knows of something like this already written.
If you're happy with the answer you received, you can simply click on "Mark for best answer" bubble and it will close out the question. Thanks for posting it and Good luck!
SD750 or SD1000 or Olympus Stylus 760 --> compare to image quality of olympus C2040 Zoom
Any suggestions? Experience? Any comments about the lens quality on the 3 cameras?
I did a lot of research but cannot find any specific answers on that.
imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP...
digitalversus.com/duels.php...
The Olympus doesn't offer 30fps video at 640x480, which is a disservice. Otherwise, the SD750 and Olympus are both good quality. The Olympus even makes their camera water-resistent, making the fear of a few water droplets a thing-of-the-past.
If you have the Olympus, there won't be any regrets. If you haven't purchased one yet, consider looking at the Olympus and SD750 to see which one suits your needs. The feel of the camera in your hands, the style of picture it creates (Canon has a lower default sharpness you can change, and opts for more vivid colors vs. Olympus's more neutral scheme. Some people prefer one of the other)... you won't be disappointed with either camera. But even the internla lenses are different. As well as the low-light processing algorithms, the compression algorithms for video, etc. Enjoy!
Frankly, I never embraced the date/time stamp. I thought it took away from the camera. However, there is a very cool accessory from GiSTEQ which not only logs the date/time but also GPS coordinates. Its' called the Photo Trackr and it fits in your pocket. Using GPS, you can log every shot you take with it and then incorporate the information to not only know when you took it, but you can map where you took those pictures using Google Maps and Flickr. Very cool.
But to actually print the date on the camera, you're probably going to have to do this after the fact with photo software like Photoshop Elements.
This can be extracted and printed on the picture either directly through a pictbridge compatible printer or by using a date stamp software.
In addition, some cameras let users date-stamp the pictures while they are being taken. Canon cameras, for example, date stamp pictures in the postcard mode, while some models of Pentax date stamp without any restrictions.
Back to your question, the answer is pictures taken by most, if not all, cameras can be imprinted with date during printing time and some cameras do date stamp the pictures directly, particularly Canon.
compatible pictbridge printer, date stamp software in postcard mode,
or imprinting during printing time etc.
Is S5 capable of imprinting without restrictions??
or Kodak - EasyShare 8.0MP Digital Camera - Silver digital cameras
I wouldn't even put the V803 in the same sentence with the SD750 (oops, just did! :)). Here's a basic review of the V803: google-cnet.com.com/digital...
Seriously, there's no competition, the SD750 is the obvious choice (actually, that's not a fair comparison, because I'd say the same thing about nearly any camera you'd pit against the V803).
What's better Canon A720 IS 8.0MP or Canon SD750 ?
HOWEVER, if you don't mind the wait between pictures using flash (and let's be fair, other ultracompact cameras will take 3 seconds between flashes anyway, so it's not THAT bad), and don't mind the larger size/weight compared to the SD750... I'd get the A720IS. It's cheaper, has optical image stabilization, great picture quality, a nice zoom and good resolution. The only thing the SD750 has over it is the faster performance, and smaller size (and larger screen, but that's not exactly an issue).
But to some people, size makes all the difference. It did to me, because I will never carry a camera with me everywhere unless I can slip it into my pocket, and the Canon "A" series have always been slightly too bulky for that. To each his own :)
1.) SD850IS has a 2.5" screen vs. the SD750's 3.0" screen.
2.) SD850IS has optical image stabilization vs. the SD750 doesn't.
The optical image stabilization helps keep the camera steady during video recording, and with lower-light shots (keeps you from having to increase the ISO, and so minimizes necessary noise for non-blurry images).
There are a few other differences. You can look at both camera specs at these two links:
SD750: dpreview.com/reviews/specs/...
SD850IS: dpreview.com/reviews/specs/...
There's also a price difference of about $60. Personally, I'd take the SD850IS over the SD750 any day.
But for now, it's still a part of every camera. It has improved greatly since your SD450. The SD750 does have a shutter lag of about 0.380 - 0.470 sec. This is because of the camera needing to autofocus before shooting. You can cut that to almost nothing (0.081 sec) by "Prefocusing" the shot before actually shooting it. Pick out your subject, press the shutter button half way down AND HOLD to prefocus. Then press it the rest of the way to take the shot. This will dramatically reduce that time.
Batteries are easier than what? I don't understand the question here or what you're getting at.
As for if it shoots in black and white or sepia ... according to the specs, yes, you can apply Sepia & Black & White photo effects to your shots.
-AA batteries (I use NiMH rechargables) - AA's are easily found, they are everywhere!
8 MP is more than sufficient - can be printed up to poster size just fine (provided the image had sufficient light and all the settings are good - just like any other blow-up)
-uses SD cards up to 8 GB
-can shoot in b&w, sepia, color accent, color swap, intensify green, red, blue or any other color you choose, and more - although it's sometimes better to take in color first just in case it's better that way and then strip the color from a copy via your computer software
-2.5 inch swivel LCD
-movies with sound (until you run out of power or memory!) with digital zoom capability
-"rapid fire" mode (just set the "drive mode" from your menu screen in most settings) aim, press halfway to focus and hold down. Cycle is <2 seconds in good light (and if you aren't waiting for your flash to recharge).
And much more than I can put in this review. I have already written a lengthy one on this forum. Hopefully you can find it. Fair warning - at least three people who read my review ended up buying this camera! Best price is usually found at pcrush.com and you have it in two or three days. For the best price and selection in accessories, I have used 47th St. Photo. They have a website and they are eBay merchants. Quick shippers!
Good luck and have a good trip!
Lisa
1.) The Sony DSC-W80 has Steady Shot, a form of image stabilization; the SD750 unfortunately doesn't
2.) The SD750 has a 3" LCD, but no optical viewfinder; the DSC-W80 has a 2.5" and an optical viewfinder
3.) The DSC-W80 is about $30 cheaper
4.) The DSC-W80 allows TV output in HD, for slideshows and such
5.) The DSC-W80 allows unlimited video; the SD750 cuts off at 4GB.
There are smaller, more subjective differences, including the Canon lenses being a little better, and color saturation, etc.
Since the Sony cameras use their own memory cards, you're going to lose the price difference of the cameras on buying more memory, so price is a non-issue. The size of lens and compromising on a viewfinder is a personal preference. This leaves you with the SD750 having slightly better picture quality, vs. Sony's ability to watch your pictures in HD on the TV and having image stabilization.
The the pricepoint of $250 or less, it seems, these are both good cameras. If you don't plan on doing a lot of low-light shots without a flash, the image stabilization won't make much difference to you, and I'd opt for the SD750. Otherwise, the slightly better CCD and image stabilization in the DSC-W80 will give you slightly better low-light pictures. Decide accordingly :)
I'd suggest just buying it in your own country. If the discount was more, I may have suggested otherwise, but that 4% isn't worth the risk.
Traditionally, many of Canon's compact digitals have viewfinders. If a new camera like SD750 makes it's appearance in the market, and apparently departs from the Canon tradition, users can only guess what is the reason.
The first impression that crosses the mind would be that Canon is trying to cater for the needs of those who prefer not to have view finders, and re-capture a portion of the market that is lost to the competitors.
Other consideration may be that camera technology is sufficiently advanced to close the gap between having viewfinders and not having view finders, that one day traditional viewfinders may very well be taken over by EVF or done away with altogether, and Canon's ready answer for the day probably will be spear headed by SD750 with more to come if market trend dictates it.
Any suggestions for cameras similar/ comparably rated which still have viewfinders?
I'm guessing the biggest reasons for a viewfinder are the need to see subjects in dark lighting, and in bright sunlight where the glare makes it hard to see the LCD. I suspect the better and brighter LCDs are able to be viewed in the sunlight so they dont need a viewfinder anymore, but don't know how they work at night (maybe red focus light helps center the aim?).
But, when trying to make a final call, it may just come down to what camera feels good in your hand. Go to a local camera store and check both out side by side, holding them, feeling their center of gravity, the balance. How it sits in your hand. That usually sells me one way or the other.
Full Autofocus 0.380 - 0.470 sec
Prefocused 0.081 sec
As you can see, prefocusing your shot can drastically reduce shutter lag.
I've tried to find a good camera that you have the option to use AA disposable or rechargeable batteries, but I keep coming back to the Cannon SD750.
Now, I'm wondering if the SD 750 is worth $50 more than the SD 1000. (They are both on sale this week.) My understanding is the only difference is the size of the LCD. Is a the bigger LCD a lot nicer/easier to use?
However, if that doesn't clear the issue and restore your LCD, your camera may need servicing.
Seeing how there's no view finder on the SD750 I would think it'd take up more battery life if it's being used all the time.
What's better a camera that takes AA batteries or one that takes Lithium-Ion NB rechargeable battery???
see <a href="dcresource.com/reviews/cano... review</a>
In real life usage, users may getting different figures, depending on how much one plays with the zoom, how many flash pictures were taken and so on and users' impression is variable, to say the least.
Cameras with view finders will only save battery power if the LCD is switched off. I have a 3 meg camera, still working OK, that lets you use only the view finder, if you want. But I normally don't do that because batteries have become more powerful nowadays and I enjoy photography more with the LCD turn on.
Lastly, there are pros and cons of using AA batteries vs Lithium ion if both are rechargeable.
Lithium ion batteries can be custom design to fit into smaller compartments and cameras can become slimmer,
more handy and perhaps fit into most handbags, pockets or what have you.
AA batteries are of standard size, which limits the size of the camera and that makes it more bulky.
But the most important difference is not in the camera size or how easy it is to buy the battery, most often quoted in reviews of AA batteries. It is the inherent ' memories ' that AA rechargeable has that often shorten it's lives, if you don't remember to fully discharge the batteries before charging again.
Lithium ion rechargeable can be recharged anytime, whether it is half full, quarter full or nearly empty. In short, it doesn't have any ' memories ' and is expected to last longer.
Personally, I would go for cameras with Lithium ion batteries because it is more compact and yet packs in sufficient power to let you take lots of pictures.
Canon manufactures cameras using AA batteries as well as cameras using Lithium batteries.
To ge the best of both world, you can buy cameras using AA batteries and replace the ordinary AAs with AA lithium.
In this sense Cameras using AA batteries is better.
You don't be able to compare both directly, but comparing a similar model of the Fuji and IMHO, the SD750 takes a much more natural picture, particularly portraits indoors.
Finally, when trying to make a final call, it may just come down to what camera feels good in your hand. Go to a local camera store and check both out side by side, holding them, feeling their center of gravity, the balance. How it sits in your hand. That usually sells me one way or the other.
Another thing the A640 has is aperature and shutter priority, which is nice if you know what you're doing. Overall, I would say that if you've got the money, to go with the A640, but I seriously doubt you'll get an A640 for $182!!! I'd say around $300 bucks will be more realistic, and you can get the SD750 for $203 at buydig.com. The SD750 is a neat, simple, little camera, but the A640 wins in my honest opinion! Good luck on your buy!
digitalcamera-hq.com/digita...
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If you want larger storage capacity, there's the 7.1 MP Canon Powershot SD750 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). Slightly smaller in the optical zoom - only 3x, but you do get high capacity sd card capability. Lastly, there's the Canon PowerShot SD800 IS ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). It's chief advantage is image stabilization, which gets it just a tad over your budget - but certainly worth the extra few dollars.
All three are highly rated and very popular.
Now you're probably wondering why I didn't recommend any SONY products. Well, I'll be up front that my issue with Sony is their obsession with proprietary technologies such as the memory stick, their own spin on formatting, and a host of others which the Canon won't do. Thist that tends to paint their customers into a technologicial corner where only Sony based products can be used across the board. I don't like that.
Canon relies on SD cards, which are pretty much the standard in point and shoot for memory cards. This means you can use any you happen to currently have without having to reinvest in other storage cards. And SD cards are much cheaper than memory sticks. You can also use them in other technologies like PDAs, DMPs, and even mp3 players - NO MATTER WHO MAKES THEM, whereas that memory stick is only going to be used in another SONY product.
You could use a mono/tripod, but without a flash to freeze the image, anything that has movement will show it on the image.
Kids & Pets
Reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects, so you won't miss those special shots.
1.) Resolution: 7.1MP vs. 8.0MP
2.) Zoom: 35-105mm vs. 28-105mm (big difference, as little as it may seem)
3.) No image stabilization vs. image stabilization
Among other things:
4.) 5cm vs. 2cm macro zoom
5.) 1/1500 vs. 1/1600 max shutter
6.) 1.7fps vs. 1.3fps (the only thing the SD750 is better with, due to lower resolution)
But here may be the biggest deciding factor: The price difference is $120!! If wide-angle, and a little higher resolution, and image stabilization and some slight performance perks doesn't really matter to you, then the SD750 is your camera. It does take great pictures and, if you've never had image stabilization on your cameras before, you won't exactly miss it. Image stabilization is best in low light and long zoom anyway, neither of which this camera can really handle anyway.
If price wasn't an issue, I'd take the SD870IS any day. But if you want to stay around $250 or so, you may want to look at the SD800IS (the precursor to the SD870IS). Otherwise, the SD750 is a great camera, as long as its restrictions are noted before purchasing.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one card one when several can solve that problem. At the very least, you want to get more than one of whatever size you settle on.
One last thing. Cards have different speeds. The faster a card is, the quicker it'll save the photo and cycle to be ready for another shot. In the end, your camera is only going to be as fast as it's slowest link in the chain. So check for speed when you purchase a card.
Please find below the contact details of the Canon company responsible for the country you are looking for.
Ghana
Company
Protech
Graphic Road
P.O. Box 5216
Accra
Telephone
+233 21 682238
Fax
+233 21 682244
Email
adminprotech@japanmotors.com
Company type
Distributor
For more region information, please contact the Canon Regional Headquarters
Company
Canon South Africa
Halfway House 1685
P.O. Box 1782
Johannesburg
Telephone
27 11 265 4900
Fax
27 11 265 4954
Email
contact@canon-sa.com
Website
www.canon-sa.com
A $10 USB memory card reader will do the trick. It'll also make your file transfer as easy as a drag and drop.
Thanks in advance.
The lack of IS is the only reason for me to give it up and go for SD870 which is more expensive and bigger!
If it is possible that the upgrade of SD750 will have IS, I'll definitely wait for that!
If it has IS, it will definitely cost more than the SD750 does right now. And this hypothetical next-generation camera will definitely cost more than the SD750 does in the future. So either way, you'll probably have to spend more than the current price of the SD750.
I'd say go with the SD870 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) or the SD850 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) right now, if you really need IS.
i mean, does the sd750 have something similar like the "intelligent zoom" of the sony's w80/90?
thanks a lot!!
You can at least talk to Canon about it. ( usa.canon.com/consumer/cont... )
Much better than laying out $140 to pay someone to do the same thing.
If you have a jammed lens and are handy you can try tearing it down and rebuilding it yourself. It's not as hard as it sounds... for some odd reason everybody is deathly afraid to even think about trying to repair their own camera or computer. Why? It's not going to bite you.
If you don't want to try fixing your own camera that's fine there are several online digital camera repair businesses ( darntoothysam.com ) that can help you by selling you the part you need or doing the repair for you. How do I know? Because I own one, that's how.
If you camera has no power after a drop, it's possible the PCB is damaged and needs to be replaced, the fuse may have blown, or something may have become disconnected. There's no way to know for sure without inspecting the camera.
Anywhere you take the camera will most likely tell you it's about $200 to fix the camera and that you should throw it away. Please don't listen to anyone that tells you this and don't give them your business either.
There are many options available these days, take your time and look around to find yours.
You're best relying on night time presets which will lock in your camera to night time shooting modes. I'd also recommend giving your camera some "help" with an LED camera light like the ones made by Camera Bright ( camerabright.com ).
Having said all that, the SD750 gets really good grades.
Virtually ALL non-SLR digital cameras get panned for not being suitable for low light photos. That's why they don't bother to explain it. The fix for these cameras is larger CCD's (the internal sensor) and, thus far, no manufacturer has gone that route due to cost. (There are rumors that it may happen in 2-3 YEARS). Meanwhile, all the reviewers keep pounding away to put pressure on the manufacturers to step up and solve this problem. The only digital camera I'm aware of that had a good reputation for low light pics is the Fuji 31fd and it has been replaced by the Fuji 50fd which has been reviewed as being better than most but not as good as the 31fd in low light conditions.
The details to watch for regarding low light conditions are:
1. Will the camera even focus in low light conditions and, if so, how fast (or slow)?
2. Does the camera have an AF assist lamp to help in low light conditions?
3. How are its flash photo results?
4. Does it have an external flash shoe for really blasting away with a larger flash?
5. What is its largest aperture? 2.8 is better than 3.5
6. How does it handle the higher ISO levels? Most are poor above ISO 200, but a few can handle ISO 400 OK. Avoid those that are noted to have quality problems above ISO 100 unless you are happy with small pictures that aren't sharp.
Don't be tricked by cameras that claim ISO 6400 and the like. You have to ask what does that ISO 6400 picture look like if you print it????
7. Does it have optical image stabilization which can add 2-3 stops of light into the camera allowing for slightly faster shutter speed and therefore less blur in low light.
Good luck with your camera hunting, Larry
Larry
In addition, it's important to know that a point and shoot flash is only designed for limited range - the portait/small group subjects - and can dissipate outside of about 10-15 feet.
You best bet in those low light conditions is to set your camera for the NIGHT TIME presets. This will lock your camera into the proper shutter speed/aperture settings and then, put the flash on full manual to fire every time.
You can also check out this resource ( imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP... ). It takes pictures with each and you can compare them side by side.
Finally, when trying to make a final call, it may just come down to what camera feels good in your hand. Go to a local camera store and check both out side by side, holding them, feeling their center of gravity, the balance. How it sits in your hand. That usually sells me one way or the other.
Hope it helps :)
My friend thought she was changing the format of a picture and formatted her 1GB SD card. She had a lot of stuff on there, like old baby videos, that wasn't saved elsewhere. Is there any way to get it back? I have tried numerous tools, but it appears the camera didn't just format it but went back and overwrote every sector with zeros.
first of all i need to say that i love taking pictures, but since i'm an student my budget is tight, unfortunately i can't spend more than 200$ maybe 250$,
and i wan't a nice camera to take good quality pictures in all settings, and video.
Is there a pocket camera that takes pictures right when you press the shot button?
And should i go for a cannon? Is just that i'm afraid after the problem i had with my last one, and maybe it's me but it feels like cannons moving pics come out blurry. The camera i had before the canon was a kodak and i loved it, but after looking at the ratings, it looks like canon is much better.
What should i do? please help
Thank you
Shutter delay is a way of life in digital point and shoot cameras. But the good news is that the delay is lessening as the technology matures. According to recent news articles, many camera companies will be incorporating the CCD chips they use in their SLR lines (which give no shutter lag) into their point and shoot cameras. So look for it within the next few years.
Meanwhile, the NYT has an interesting article ( nytimes.com/2007/05/10/tech... ) on shutter lag and how to combat it.
The Canon ELPH cameras are made with a metal housing and plastic pieces (buttons, etc.). I have had my ELPH for 6 years and it has been in and out of my pocket many times, and it still takes great photos. I hope this helps; good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
Thanks for taking the time to answer my question!
Joe
Andrew
The Canon SD1000 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) has a continuous shooting mode, an optical viewfinder, and it is more compact. Other than those two things, the cameras are pretty comparable. Because of those three differences, I would go with the SD1000 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). Having something that fits in your pocket is very handy. I also like the optical viewfinder. When it is very bright outside, the LCD can be hard to see, so the viewfinder is nice to have. I hope this helps.
Andrew
I would go with the Canon S3 IS ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). It has a huge optical zoom (12x), and runs on AA batteries. You can get a good rechargeable set, with a charger, at Target, or online at eBay for around $20. If you're looking for a more compact camera, I would recommend the Canon A630 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) might be a better choice. It has less optical zoom, but is smaller and still meets your requirements. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
Glad we could help. Please come back with any other questions.
Andrew
I've used cameras with rechargeable NiMH batteries and found them to be a great option to the pricey Lithium batteries. If you're looking for something in the ELPH line, you can try the Canon SD850 IS ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). It has an 8MP resolution, a viewfinder, and image stabilization. It also has a rechargeable lithium ion battery. I would recommend buying a backup battery. It is always good to have extras around. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
Glad we could be of assistance. Please come back with any more questions. Happy shooting and best wishes this holiday season.
Andrew
Sony Cybershot W55
Panasonic Lumix LZ7
Nikon Coolpix
I want to buy a camera and fancy these. I have seen Sony cameras made in China. Are they fakes or those models are only made in China and they are still Grade A cameras? Or the real Grade A carmeras are only the ones made in Japan. And China makes the exact model number, colours but not as good as the real ones? Please help me out.
1. Go to the store and look on the box. 2. Hope someone on one of these forums can answer you.
Cameras actually made in Japan still have a better reputation in my opinion, but your mileage may vary as they say.
Good luck and let us know if you find a third method.
Larry
For example this camera "Canon PowerShot A460" is made in China at the store I know. And I see that product on this website as Grade A product. So is the camera that I saw which is made in China is THE grade A product? Or imitation? Please help me out again.
A more common problem is purchasing what is called gray market cameras. The problem with those is that they were meant for sale outside the USA and do not include USA warranty. Also, commonly, they have instructions written in a foreign language and may not include the usual accessories such as SD card (not such a problem since they are too small anyway), case, wrist or neck strap, etc... If you see a new camera advertised for a markedly low price, call and confirm that it includes the USA warranty and accessories. Maybe it is a real deal--maybe it is gray market.
Hey, James, Brenda, Andrew et al--anybody heard of problems with knockoffs of Canons?
Soooo, if you buy it in the USA you can be sure it is not a knockoff or "fake" item, BUT you may not be receiving the entire kit (including waranty) as intended by the manufacturer.
Larry
Larry
I don't see the huge difference between the two cameras. If you really want the wider lens for landscape and large group shots, it may be the way to go. Otherwise, I would pick the less expensive camera.
Andrew
Try this URL for comparison of these two digitals
dpreview.com/reviews/compar...
you'll have to copy and paste (sorry I don't know now to do all the tricks yet)
1. The price difference should be only $30-50 ($30 difference at Circuit City)
2. Macro on the 850is is 2 cm and the 750 is 5 cm (may not matter to you at all)
3. 8MP 870is vs 7MP 750 (small difference of no concern).
4. LCD size 2.5" on the 850is vs 3.0" on the 750 (but see number 5).
5. 870is has a viewfinder missing on the 750 due to its larger LCD.
Viewfinders are useful in bright outdoor light and whenever shooting fast moving object like cars, horses, etc. if they
are moving in a predictable way so that you can pan with the moving object.
6. Last but possibly most important is the image stabilization which allows you to take pictures at 2 or 3 stops difference which makes marginal low light conditions acceptable to the 870is and when they are not with the 750. (assumes no flash). Also helps when fully zoomed out (see number 7).
7. 870is has 4X zoom vs 3X on the 750.
Tally it all up and I judge the extra money well spent, especially if you shop around and avoid paying MSRP.
At the Cumberland General Store they say, "All goods worth price paid". I quote that to say that both these cameras are good and both are worth the price paid. I just think you'll get your moneys worth for the extra bucks the 870is costs.
Enjoy your new Christmas camera whichever one you get! Larry
Yes there are small differences in the camera. At a $30 difference, I don't see the reason not to get the more advanced camera, but at the $100 referenced by vness, I didn't see them making up that much difference.
Andrew
Wait a minute.. the original question mentions both the 850is and the 870is, different cameras.
The SD850is sells for $30-$50 more than the SD750, and the SD870is sells for about $100 more just as question states.
The link to the DPreview comparisons worked for me by just clicking on it.
My opinion, skip the cheapest and most expensive, and get the SD850is.
Additional observations:
850is has a faster continuous shooting mode of 1.3 frames per second (fps) vs the 750 at 1.7 fps, although it has to save 1MP more data, the 850is thinks faster and consequently may focus a little faster also. Combine this with the Image Stabilization which I think justifies the higher price by itself, the larger 4X zoom range, closer focus ability, the optical viewfinder that also justifies a $25-30 price difference by itself, and you have a fairly different camera when it comes to actual use.
Summary statement: The SD850is is both a better camera AND a better value. Anyone that uses a camera with the IS in low light situations will never look back, and likely will never consider another camera without it.
On the other hand, have you considered the "other" Canon point and shoot line?
If you are looking for an even better value than the 850is, check out the slightly larger but even better yet A720is. The A720is has all the benefits of the SD850is plus it has a 6X zoom and extremely closeup 1cm macro focus, all at the same price as the SD750. For that matter, the A570is with 4X zoom is functionally superior to the SD750 for $50 less. If you can deal with the larger size Axxx series cameras, you get better functionality for a lower price.
Hope you find what pleases you at a price that doesn't hurt!
MP - difference is negligible at 7MP for 750 and 570is VS 8MP for the other three.
focal length - only 870is has wide angle, only 720is has 6X tele, 750 is last place at 3X
macro - 720is best at 1cm, 870is and 850is close at 2cm, 750 and 570is last at 5cm
max. aperture - 570is best wide at 2.6 (all others close at 2.8) - 720is best tele at 4.8 (750 close at 4.9, 870is last at 5.8)
fps - best=1.7 for 750 and 570is; worst=other 3 at 1.3
video - only 850 has time lapse ability; only 750 takes 160X120 @ 15fps; only 570 takes 640X480 @ 60fps
viewfinder - only on 850is, 570is and 720is (cameras with 2.5" LCD's)
3 inch LCD - only on 750 and 870is (cameras without viewfinders)
LCD pixels - best=750, 850is and 870is at 230,000; worst= 570is and 720is at 115,000 (visible difference)
Weight and size clearly Ultra compact for SD's and compact for A's as expected
face detection technology - all three SD's
manual focus control - both A's
manual exposure control - only on 570is
cost - room for argument here: at first glance the A's are cheapest, but after adding cost of AA NiMH batteries and charger (unless you already have those) the price difference is suddenly much closer but the 870is clearly the most expensive and the 720is next to most.
All data is per dpreview (which is sometimes incorrect I admit. please feel free to correct and critique me).
Now all you have to do is pick the items most important to your style of photography and narrow your choices down to 1 or 2 before going to the store to try the fit and feel in the hand (and wallet).
Thanks to George for catching my typo's and adding the A models to the mix.
How about it vness? Which camera do you like best?
Whew, Larry
I only have one correction/addition to Larry's excellent list, Face detection is on all 5 cameras we are talking about.
So many similarities and yet differences, no wonder people come here asking for advice. Hope all this helps!
George is absolutely correct - All 5 of these cameras have face detection systems.
Thanks George for catching that.
Larry
cjp54
When shopping for digital cameras, it is ALWAYS advantages and disadvantages/pros and cons. There is no escaping that aspect. Sooooo, you really have to begin thinking about what subjects you like to photograph, under what conditions, and how you plan to grow your photography hobby in the future/what directions you would like to go with it. Along with those conditions, you have to account for your budget, ability/willingness to lug equipment vs ship the thing in your pocket and go, etc..... No one can weigh these pros and cons for you because only you know the answers for yourself. What we can do is help you get the facts which will help you narrow the choices by eliminating some cameras based on their weaknesses and boost others based on their strengths. Eventually, you get it down to 2 or 3 and you go to the store and see how they feel in your hands thereby eliminating another one or two. So let's look again ---
LCD's -- If it is at least 2.5" that's enough, especially with at least 200,000 pixels and a good reputation for brightness.
viewfinder -- needed for fast moving subjects like horses and race cars plus useful in bright light conditions. Also, if you are already used to having a viewfinder you are much more likely to miss it if it is suddenly not there just out of habit.
Size -- the Canon Axxx models (compact) are larger than the Canon SDxxx models (ultra-compact).
wide angle -- great for group photos and landscapes and only found (in this group of cameras) on the SD870is
zoom -- obviously for getting up close when you can't get physically up close -- 870is and 750 zoom to 105mm, SD850is and A570is zoom to 140mm, and A720is zooms up to 210mm (6X). Other Canon models not considered here have 10X and 12X zooms.
manual exposure controls -- especially useful for low light and moving subjects (kids/animals) as well as expanding your abilities/skills in photography.
macro -- taking those really up close pictures of small and very small objects -- A720is, SD850is and SD870is
You might say, "I want as much camera as I can afford". OK. How much can you afford?
Do you want a "better" camera even if it is larger? Canon S5is?
Grind these factors around some so you begin to really know what you desire in your camera (rather than simply trying to find the "best" camera).
Keep up the good work and don't worry about being overwhelmed -- that too will pass.
Larry
The 850is is the only one with time lapse - what is that and why is that important or not? The 850is also has orientation sensor - what is that and why is that important or not? Why would you need a viewfinder for fast moving object? Why would the LCD on the 870is not be able to capture or take a picture of a fast moving object as would a viewfinder? Is it also not true that the LCD on the 870is has been made to refract light so that it now can be viewed even under bright sunlight and thereby eliminaing the use for the viewfinder? Finally, how does the macro work on both cameras? I went to Circut City to try out the cameras and 2 sales people could not figure out how to take a macro shot. It always appeared fuzzy when getting close with the camera and on the LCD when the camera took a macro shot using the macro setting. Is there some other setting that needs to be set in addition to setting it at the macro icon? And both cameras do not have panorama. Is the wide angle on the 870is a replacement or a subsitute that is supposed to perform a panorama shot? And the 850is has no such panorama abilities? I have narrowed my choice of camera to the above 2. Thanks.
If I had to pick between your two choices, I would go with the Canon SD850 IS ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). I like the optical viewfinder for use in bright situations and the manual exposure capabilities for exposing to my likes, not just the auto feature. I hope this helps.
Andrew
However, not surprisingly i still have some minor questions to come up with only one.
I currently own a SD630 and cant be more happy with it. However its time to upgrade.
Is it safe to assume every new camera (SD series at least) must be better than my 630, right, or 630 is special, a one off wonder or something?
There are newer cameras from canon than my choices, but the difference in specs did not justify the price imo (mostly mp's and new model values) at least if i do not need more than 8mps, am i right?
In the market the price difference is nearly $150 between the mentioned two.
So my question is, if you'll be kind to answer, considering i want a 3" lcd, and like taking macro shots, does,
a small difference in max resolution, (actually both more than enough)
1mp more, (does it make a real difference?)
28mm over 35mm, (don't know what that is, is it better large or small?)
Image Stabilization, (might be nice but i'm not shaky)
2cm over 5cm macro zoom, (that looks important, its 3cm even at SD630)?
aperture range difference 2.8-5.8 on 870 vs 2.8-4.9 on 750, (have no idea, is it the wideangle thing, unless it lets me take fish-eye style it doesn't matter)
and
faster continuous shots: 1.3fps vs 1.7fps (its 2.1fps at SD630 so doesn't matter, both faster than the old one)
differences justify paying extra $150..?
Answer to self: Dude, if you like taking macro shots so much and can pay the difference, go with 870 is.
Besides it has i.stabilization, newish model, high mp, weather you use it or not better group shots with wideangle and if necessary can even photograph "RoadRunner" on chase with that fast continuous shot specs..
But i'm not a pro, and $150 is nearly twice as much??? ($199 vs $349)
thanks in advance
By just looking at the specs listed at dpreview.com, it is difficult for me to get excited about you replacing your camera, especially since you like it. Let me arbitrarily add the SD800is into the mix of choices--that gives us 4 cameras to compare - 630, 750, 800is and 870is.
1) Your camera has the fastest frames shot per second in continuous mode. It's the best of the 4. Higher fps is better. Yours wins!
2) The SD800is is the only one with a viewfinder which is nice for certain shots such as fast moving objects with a predictable trajectory. This includes race cars and race horses among others. It can be an advantage in bright light also.
3) SD800is and SD870is have image stabilization which is also very nice in certain conditions such as low light shooting without flash and maximum zoom without a tripod. If shooting your 630 hasn't been a problem without is it may be because of the next issue 4)
4) Your camera has 6MP which is the most you should have for the size CCD on these cameras IF you care about shooting in low light conditions without flash. Going above 6MP reduces the physical size of each individual pixel and thereby reduces its light sensitivity. That is one of the reasons they had to add image stabilization to partially make up for that problem.
5) The SD800is and SD870is have the wide angle 28mm lens which is helpful for group photos and increases your level of creativity since you can get closer to a foreground object while still maintaining the background focus. That can create some dramatic views as seen at kenrockwell.com in his section on wide angle photography.
6) All four cameras have the same telephoto maximum zoom at 105mm which is nothing to brag about.
7) Macro on your camera goes down to 3cm and the 870is goes down to 2cm. Unless you really need that extra cm I wouldn't volunteer to pay extra for it.
8) Aperture on your camera is 2.8-4.9 which wins again. For this number, smaller is better so you have the best of the 4. However, it is a trade-off on the 800 and 870 because they have the 28mm wide angle yet maintain the 105mm zoom which causes the increase in aperture number at the max zoom position.
9) Now to answer your specific questions:
a) It is NOT safe to assume newer SDxxx Model Canon cameras must be better than your 630.
b) You only need more than your current 6MP IF you print enlargements above 8X10 inches OR if you do a lot a cropping and then enlarge above 5X7 inches.
c) 1MP does not make an improvement other than b) above. Plus, keep in mind 4) above.
d) 28mm (wide angle) is better than 35mm IMHO for creativity and versatility.
e) Image Stabilization does more than just make up for visibly "shaky hands". We all shake the camera more when holding it away from our face using the LCD for framing the picture (as compared with holding it close in and using the viewfinder on the SD800is). This "micro" shaking (not visibly by just looking at the hands) gets magnified by zooming (especially above 4X) and can slightly blur the picture causing a soft appearance instead of the sharp,crisp look we all strive for. Also, this micro shaking is much more noticeable in low light due to the longer shutter times. Image Stabilization can improve this problem to the equivalent of having 2-3 full stops more light. Not life shattering, but it can make a marginal picture look totally fine or improve an unacceptable picture up to acceptable level in a difficult situation.
f) As I mentioned above, 2cm is not much difference than 3cm on macro UNLESS macro is a big deal for your shooting style. Have you noticed with your SD630 that you just can't get the close in Macro shots you really want? If not, then don't worry about it.
g) The 2.8-4.9 specification is the Aperture range which measures how wide open the camera's iris can go. Smaller number means bigger opening and therefore more light gets let in which is very useful in low light conditions. (For dSLR's and 35mm film cameras, it also gives the ability to blur the background while keeping the object of desire in focus. This effect is called depth of field. This doesn't apply so much to ultra-compact digitals.)
h) The fish-eye type picture has to do with the wide angle lens measured in mm. Typical is 35mm. Wide angle is 28mm or less. Fish-eye is around 18mm or less. (This is totally different from the Aperture).
i) Faster continuous shots is better and here a higher number is better. Your camera is the fastest of the 4.
j) Regarding "Answer to self" -- If you like macro shots so much get a camera that can go down to 1cm or less. And, the SD870is is the slowest of the 4 on continuous shooting because it has 8MP and takes more time to process each picture before it can go on to the next shot. Use your SD630 on the RoadRunner.
Summary:
Since your camera doesn't have a viewfinder and you didn't mention it as a problem, we'll forget about the viewfinder on the SD800is.
IMHP, you won't really notice any improvement from 6 to 7 or even 8MP.
If you insist on upgrading, get a camera with good image stabilization (not all are as good as a Canon).
Tell me what you don't like about your SD630 OR what is it that has you wanting to "upgrade" and I might be able to help you better.
For now I would suggest shooting with your current camera until you find something it won't do that you really want to do.
And be sure to tuck that saved money away for later when you do decide to upgrade. :)
Larry
First off, thank you for your very informative and nicely settled answer.
If i was giving an answer on a subject i'm knowledgeable of i would have given with the same depth and pattern, so thank you very much for such an answer i ever dream of having when i post a question on line, you have missed nothing :)
My problem is, when i am on the market for anything, i do alot of research and try to find the best unit for my needs (either a camera, a laptop or a car), so when it comes a time to change i struggle to find a replacement. From your answer, i understand that i did exactly that again, (with lots of help from sensible guys like you), which, is a very good thing for a consumer i guess.
Now, to main subject:
My mom have a Nikon S3 and i have the canon. (As you might have known, even comparing Nikon to canon is an insult.)
So, she told me that she want a camera that can take fast shots like they take on model shoots, click click click style, not necessarily continuous but, at nikon you have to wait 3sec to take a shot and another 5sec to take second. And that's a long time when she wants to take pictures of her 2yo nephews pix, i tell you, they are nearly as fast as road runner the new born's :)
So, even with my best effort i wasn't able to convince her that new digital cameras (unless they are professional) can take fast shots like the old mechanical ones.
So i decided to give her my canon, which is considerably faster than nikon (even faster than new canons as you have mentioned), and buy myself something new thinking that with the speed in technology i surely will find a better one in reasonable price range. (I will be able to sell nikon for $125, so i wont feel guilty buying nearly the same canon as mine with paying €150ish on top of nikon).
However, as before mentioned, if i'm going to buy a new camera i want it be better than my original.
So this is my story.
The way i see it i have/had two options:
1: Give canon to mom and go buy a new one for $250ish (oh, maybe $300 with some store credit or rebate)
2: Keep the canon and buy a new one for mom.
You know my options on first choice. As i don't care about the viewfinder (actually i dislike it, messes the style i guess, did i mentioned i'm not a pro :)), sadly i have to go 750 or 870is.
From your answers, it seems the only good/mentionable points of 870 over 750 are: image stabilization, wide angle (kinda nice) and macro.
Actually, for an amateur like me, 1cm looks like it wont make a difference, with practice, tripod and good lightning i guess i can have pictures better with 2cm macro than 1cm without practice etc, but can i take better pix with 5cm (750) than 630 (3cm). And by practice i don't mean going crazy, i'm sure you can have better macro shots with 10cm better than me with 3cm, i guess you got my point ;)
And vice versa; 750 have the "good"aperture as 630 (2.8-4.9) and, hmm, besides being cheaper, nothing more.. (did i get it right?)
And both cameras are slover than mine fps vise. (i kinda get used to it in 2 years, can i feel the slow fps difference??)
So, its safe to say that, if there was not that much of price difference, 870 is a better choice than 750 but not much than 630.
If 850 was $229 (not $300ish) vs 750 $179, i guess i should have jumped on it, right?
So what to do?
And my second choice:
So, if i keep my canon i would/could like to go cheaper with my choice.
She wont matter the 3"LCD (actually being an oldtimer she would like viewfinder), and do not need lots of gimmicks (most standard), hence A570is looks like a good option, but its bigger and no lithium. The size is deal breaker but price is looking yummy.
Knowing my dilemma and camera, can you advise a line like that (you kinda did, but this one has a twist in it :):
nd, there is no use to give $300 for a new canon that has nearly the same performance as yours.
Keep your beloved canon and buy your moms a 750. Its light, big screen, not noticeable slower between shots than yours (but very noticeably faster than nikon) and save yourself a grief.
You pay $50+nikon and save that $150 to add to canons sale when you want/there is a REALLY better alternative than yours or when the prices of 870is falls to $229 as you have mentioned. Oh, and don't bother thinking that moms canon is newer than yours, cause, yours is actually better...
Or, for mom, XXX brand XXX model is actually better/as equal on your moms specified needs (high fps, light, 2,4"+LCD, img.stabilisation is a plus and max $200), so check them out..
I don't mind to use an older machine than moms surely but i just want the machine be used as it was intended, such as i wont buy an SLR (what a neat name) to mum just because she likes to take fast shots..
Hope this clears things more for your next answer, which i cant wait
cheers
nd
ps: man i write!
Yes -- I think you got it right on your summary comparison.
As far as the fps comparison -- remember that speed only applies in continuous shoot mode. Yes, you will be able to tell the difference 2.1 vs 1.3. Maybe not so much 2.1 vs 1.7.
Yes -- if not much of a price difference go for the 870is over the 750.
I think mom will like the 750. Be sure to show her how to get the continuous shoot mode to work.
One last question, you dont need to answer, what is the speed on "not continious" (seperatly taken but one after another) shots on canons? Cause i guess thats what counts really..
I know its considerably faster than nikon and whatever the answer might be it seems the best choise is still gonna be 750, but, hey, cant blame a man for trying :)
cheers
nd
I'm looking to buy my first digital camera (upgrading from <gasp> film) and am deciding between the SD 750 and SD870. (Clearly, I don't take a lot of pictures.) My preference is the 750 due to price and style. But, I'm not sure if I need the stabilization. Also, some reviews I have read say that there is a blue or purple "halo" around bright objects and that the images can be blurred around the edges with the 750. Does that make this camera a bad option for me? I got great service from a local camera store that sells 750 for $200 and the 870 for $300. Though I *hate* to overpay, I think it could be worth it in this case to make sure businesses with live customer service survive.
Again, thanks to everyone who took the time to provide such great information!
I'm with you on the concept of service. With that in mind, you could stop in at your local camera store and try out the two cameras you are considering. Since you are concerned about some potential weak points on the SD 750 take some shots to highlight those weaknesses. Some stores will even make a few prints for you (even if you have to pay for them it would be well worth it) to see how much those areas of concern affect the pics. If the SD 750 pictures pass inspection, you are ready to buy, and if not, then it's on to testing out the SD870.
Service and "returnability" are huge factors in my evaluation before a purchase.
I have been unable to find data on the shot-to-shot time on NON-continuous mode for the SD750. sorry.
Also, I will ask about a return policy. I hadn't gotten that far in my thought process.
This is he who referred you to the local store. You are not overpaying if you take advantage of the free classes. You do not get them when you buy one at the "local" big electronics store that HQs near the airport or if you buy it online. Plus if you have questions about the camera in the future, you can go into the store and ask the questions there without feeling guilty that you are using them for their expertise and not giving them business.
I do not know their return policy, but you could ask them if you could try it around town. If you see the "halos" in your pictures, can you return it so you can buy the more expensive one. They may allow you to do that. Again that would be something you could not do so easily with an online store.
Thanx for the fallow up.
My old lady liked the 870s round edges better so we bought that one.
Havent tried it yet but i'm sure she will be pleased and i too am happy to hold on to my beloved 630, maybe i bother you again in the future if i choose to go the SLR way.
Thanx again for everything.
cheers..
I bought the 750! After I had made the decision to pay for service, the model went on close out and was reduced $20 to $179! It's returnable and comes with how to use classes!
Thanks so much for all of your help!
2. NOTE: The Canon SD750 uses lithium-ion rechargeable battery, not AA's. Only the Canon A-xxx model line uses AA batteries.
While the A-xxx model line is generally a little larger and heavier than the SD-xxx model line, the A720is compares quite favorably with the SD750. The A720is has image stabilization, more zoom power (6X vs 3X), an optical viewfinder, and twice as many pixels on the LCD for detailed picture viewing. The SD750 has face detection technology and shoots continuously at 1.7 frames per second (vs 1.3 for the SD750). The difference between 7 and 8 megapixels is insignificant.
Enjoy, Larry
Larry
I just got this camera for christmas. i was fooling around with it but had no idea why it suddenly said "NO IMAGES". I will try what you said.
I just got through to James DeRuvo and he supplied the software reference
filerecoverytools.com/produ...
Download this free software and it should/may/hopefully will get your pictures back and on your computer.
Please let me know if this does not work. thanks. Larry
What operating system are you using? You can get the latest updates on the Canon site ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
Good luck with your project.
my car is a bit louder, but again, there was no distortion/muffle going on. i already sent him a pm asking what kind it was, but he doesn't recall because some kid doing this same thing broke it some how.
thanks for answering previous questions, Larry.
5x to 10x optical zomm with lens shift image stabilization
7-8 Megapixel
no slr/dslr
more traveling,
best image quality
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The argument is essentially this: CCD chips on point and shoot cameras a smaller and as such, fitting in more pixels causes them to lose light sensivity. Sure, there’s more data on the chip, but the chip can’t absorb the light data and what it ends up with is a picture that has more noise than image quality. In addition, the more megapixels a camera has, the larger the lens it needs to provide the clarity it deserves and prevent diffraction due to a loss of detail with smaller apertures. But since we’re talking portable point and shoots here, those large lenses simply aren’t being made.
Finally, with larger mega pixels comes longer saving time due to their requires huge storage capacity, or more compression if not storing images in RAW format. The result is a noisier image and a dissatisfied camera user who thirsts for high quality and speed but fell into the trap of "more must mean better."
In the end, relying on a smaller MP that can balance all these needs may indeed be a better answer.
Based on that argument, and considering that you'll be taking 99% snapshots, I'd recommend the Canon SD630 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) or it's inheritor, the Canon SD750 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ).
1. IXUS is for the smaller size, lithium ion power, but less functions (actually it's a higher price range for various reasons)
2. Powershots (A-series) is for slightly larger (usually power by AA batteries), but with more functions.
On choosing your camera, if you say you want 5x - 10x optical, then it'll only be the A720IS or the SX100IS, both are Powershots in Asia, and both uses AA batteries. SZ100IS is significantly larger in size. SO your best bet would be A720IS, unless you are willing to get a lower zoom range model, or pay much more for the Canon G9!
i am unable to set this
in the menu
it is disabled who to enbale and set to date stamp
It involves two steps in the setting. Step one selects the postcard mode :
Function > Recording Pixels > Post card
Step two sets the date to on/off :
Record Menu > Date off/on.
Date stamp is set to off by default and there is no way to remove the date once it is stamped on the picture.
(hat tip to Bukit)
* If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date/time battery charge is low. Use the above method to recharge it.
So, Canon has wisely determined that a liOn date battery makes more sense than a small watch bat.
PS - I'm heading to Jamaica next week and really want some good photos!
It is NOT an option to just press the shutter button all the way down in one motion.
Let us know if these suggestions do not solve your problem so we can continue to advise.
Have you had a chance to try this technique and see how it works for you? Any other help we can offer before your trip?
Also, you may want to look at sites like this oen ( bulldoginformation.com/dog-... ) which can offer tips and suggestions on books on how to shoot animals. It's certainly an art form.
I was always a Canon buyer but not sure will go that way again.
Andrew
If you check the LCD in low-light with a magnifying glass, you will find that many of the pixels are turning on and off, or changing colors and/or intensities. This is the precise problem for ALL of the CCDs (charge-coupled-devices) in low light: Is this point of light blue, or blue with some green, or maybe a bit O' red in there?? With brighter light levels, the pixels on the CCD know exactly the color and intensity. Use the magnifying glass with the camera in bright light, and you will see the difference.
Also, the low-resolution of the LCD, compared with the resolution of CCD itself, exacerbates the problem; i.e., the LCD can't compensate for the low-light by interpolating the pixels.
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Another tip is to go to Canon's website ( usa.canon.com/consumer/cont... ) and look for firmware updates. Download and install them.
First thing I would do is reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure which involves either going into your setup menu and choosing "reset" (or intialize), holding down the menu key for 5 seconds, or, removing the batteries for a few minutes. It may be that the firmware loading got corrupted and the camera just needs to be "rebooted," which is something that turning it on/off won't accomplish. But after which, you should have the camera reset to factory default settings.
Another tip is to go to Canon's website ( usa.canon.com/consumer/cont... ) and look for firmware updates. Download and install them.
Also, make sure you have fresh high capacity (mAh) batteries in it. Often undercharged or depleted batteries can easily affect camera performance.
Still, if that doesn't help, you're warranty is still in force.
any other suggestions?, im all ears.
Thanks for posting it and Good luck!
I'd go that route.
yes there is the panasonic tz5 or the new touch screen fx500
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Be warned.
But most likely, underpowered flashes are still the most likely culprit here and would be so with just about any point and shoot.
I don't think it's a matter of a distance, because when shooting the same picture twice it appears great.
at the local lab, they were checking my camera reseting the camera, then shooting 200 pictures, claimed all of them were ok.
the next day, the problem appeared again.
same thing to me happened and it keep blurr and i trying to reset it lower of iso and it keep ok picture not too great and it turned it off and turn on and I pic on items it keep worse blurr i dont know why it has the problem and also, i am tried to upload it to my computer and it no images I figure it out whyyyyyy i got upset it ruin my family holiday i am not happy with this digital camera becuz it ruin my memory now holiday is over i got pissed off... why it happend to me i havent touch any delete to rid of the pix whyy it happen to me
You could contact your credit card company to see if you may have extended warranty time as a perk of the credit card you used. Ask them about that and see what's covered. Another option is to simply return it for another one since it's brand new out of the box. But again, the honesty issue is in play.
I think you're stuck, Nikki.
ps - if you don't want to pay to have it repaired or if Canon refuses to repair it for free, the one thing you can try is to If you gently, and I do mean GENTLY push against the lens with the PALM of your hand as you turn it on, it may cause it to depress back into the camera. If that doesn't work, and you can't reset it or turn it on/off several times, then you may have to send it in for a repair estimate anyway.
But understand that the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
I got the same model from UK for 14k INR . Accidentally it was dropped from a 2 feet height and its dead. It has European warranty..Will i be able to get it replaced free of cost if i send it to the shop from where i got that stupid peice.
Is canon so delicate that it was dead from a meagre height ? Or every digital camera is delicate?
Pavan, honestly, all digital cameras are pretty delicate when it comes to the lens mechanism. I wouldn't put Canon at the top of the "delicate" list necessarily - there are cameras that get this type of error just from people touching the lens while it extends, so compared to that, dropping it on cement on the lens and having this happen is understandable. That lens is just a very intricate piece of machinery with some fine gears in it. Even cameras that are made for durability (like the Olympus models with titanium bodies) probably wouldn't survive a fall on concrete that hit the lens.
Here's some things that you can do to try to correct it. They only seem to work for less than 50% of the lens errors, but if the camera is out of warranty, they're worth a try:
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Bought an <b>IXUS 630</b> lense stuck, E11 error, tried many things eventually forced it and now it works (not smoothly but it works).
Bought an <b>Ixus SD750</b> , switched off, dropped it 2 feet onto carpet, no external damage but it's DEAD.
Just searched ebay for "canon repair" found 142 items most were dead ixus cameras. Search for "lumix repair" got 29 hits, 28 repair manuals and 1 dead camera ! think my next camera will be one of the Panasonic Lumix cams on offer at costco.
This time i got one where the lens dont come out. When i dropped it this time it still work so proberly count your losses.
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pour le teleconvertisseur c quoi .! est c qu il marche avec le mode AF QUE JE NE SAIS PAS AUSSI A QUOI IL SERT !
les ISO ... quel iso correspond a quelle situation !
1 - for doing video loto quebec - fireworks !! ! why the sky is not dark ,noise wich option to use and all the long of the fire there are an laser effect
2 - ISO speed !! wich ISO to use with wich movie or photos
3 - the DIGITAL Tele-converter/Zoom : what s this
4 - for the photos that i do in the -manege LA RONDE MONTREAL- WHERE THERE ARE MANY MOVMENTS WICH MODE I USE
For fireworks, the "lasers" in the pictures are common and hard to avoid. It is because in the dark, the camera has to use a slow shutter speed to get enough light. The slow speed causes the laser effect. Try the "Fireworks" scene on the camera (you have the SD750, right?) or the Night modes to get black sky and capture the fireworks.
ISO speed can be set automatically. If you want to set it yourself, use the lowest number you can. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the camera is to light. So ISO 100 will work on a sunny day, but not a dark night. The higher the ISO number, the more "grain" your photo will have, but the more you can shoot in dark conditions.
-Digital Teleconverter/ Zoom is a form of "digital zoom" that is basically cropping the photo. Optical zoom is when the lens physically moves to zoom. Digital zoom is just the camera enlarging your photo and cropping out some of it. It is good when you need it, but it causes worse image quality and is not very useful.
-Movements in the shots (do you mean blurriness?) can be helped with a faster shutter speed. Try Kids/ Pets or Sports modes to try to "freeze" action better.
I hope that helps!
It is normal to need a tripod for night shots. Because the lens is open so long, the camera is more prone to shaking and blurring the photo. I recommend tripod use!
CAMERA USER GUIDE PAGE N 58-59
YOU CAN CHANGE THE LOOK AND FEEL OF THE PICTURES YOU TAKEÉ: VIVID,NEUTRAL,SEPIA,POSITIVE FILM, LIGHTER SKIN TONE, VIVID BLUE,VIVID GREEN,VIVID RED, CCUSTOM COLOR
SETTING THE CAMERA TO A CUSTOM COLOR MODE:THIS MODE ALLOWS YOU TO ADJUST THE CONTRASTE, SHARPNESS AND SATURATION AND THE COLOR BALANCE BOR RED,GREEN,BLUE, AND SKIN TONES.
1 - STILLS:FUNCT. MENU (AUTO) ..A(COLOR ACCENT)
2 - FUNCT-SET. THE COLOR MODE ACCENT WILL TAKE EFFECT
3 - DISP- . THE CAMERA WILLSWITCH TO COLOR INPUT MODE AND THE DISPLAY WILL ALTERNATE BETWEEN THE ORIGINAL IMAGE AND THE COLOR ACCENT IMAGE (USING THE PREVIOUSLY SET COLOR)
4 - Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appers at the center of -LCD- monitor and press the left button
only one color can be specified
you can use the up or down button to specify the range of colors that retained
*-5:only takes the color that you want to retain
*+5:also takes colors close to the one that you want to retain
5 - press -DISP- TO COMPLETE THE SETTING, THEN SHOOT
-THE DEFAULT COLOR ACCENT IS GREEN
-YOU MAY NOT OBTAIN THE EXPECTED RESULTS IF YOU USE THE FLASH
- THE SPECIFIED COLOR ACCENT OND COLOR RANGE IS RETAINED EVEN IF THE CAMERA S POWER IS TURNED OFF
I'll take that option over a limited "whistle and bell" any day.
Also try resetting the camera with a hard reboot - it's in the menu settings if you can get there. Absent these, you'll probably have to send it in for servicing and repair. If that's the case, you may get an estimate that it's going to cost more to repair than it's worth. Rule of thumb states that if it costs over 50% what you paid for it, you're better off just getting a new camera.
But if it's been dropped, the focusing elements may be out of alignment and that would mean a repair.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one card one when several can solve that problem.
But if not and if it's not turning on, pull out your batteries and then clean the contacts with a pencil eraser and then reinsert them.
I'm betting, however, that you need to have it repaired. And herein lies the rub. Even though it isn't that old, it may cost more to repair than it's actually worth. Rule of thumb is that if it costs 50% or more of the sale price to fix it, you're much better off getting a new one that will give you more bang for the buck.
Press the <MENU> button to display the Rec. or Play menu.
- Use the button to select the (Set up) menu.
- Use the or button to select (clock icon).
Use the or button to select a field (year, month, day, hour, minute and date format), and the or button to change its value.
To put the settings into effect, press the <FUNC/SET> button after setting the date format.
Press the <MENU> button to redisplay the Rec. or Play screen.