Canon Powershot SD770 IS
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Like the SD790 IS, the SD770 IS couples a 10-megapixel sensor with lens-shift image stabilization, providing for crisp, highly detailed images that will satisfy even the most discerning users. The SD770 IS will save you a little cash too, provided you can handle the 2.5-inch LCD screen (instead of the SD790's 3-inch LCD) and the average 3x optical zoom (instead of the SD890's 5x).
Specifications
- 10 Megapixels
- 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
- Face detection auto-focus
- Lens-shift Image Stabilization
- Movie mode with sound
- JPEG file format
- ISO 80-1600
- Auto and manual exposure
- 2.5-inch LCD monitor
- Secure Digital card storage (32MB card included)
- Lithium-ion battery
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Canon Powershot SD770 IS Reviews
- 4.37602459016393 out of 5
Canon Powershot SD770 IS Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 5.0 out of 5
First let me say that this is the first point and shoot camera I have owned in quite some time. I shoot with DSLR gear (Canon 40D and XTi) and high quality lenses so needless to say when comparing this SD770 IS PowerShot to what I am used too, I am very picky and will notice any lack of performance!
When I received this camera I had it delivered straight from Canon so I never even had the convenience of seeing the camera in-store to test it out or see the size of it and so on.
Compared to what I am used too, this is SMALL! It's a good thing though as I really love the build and layout of this Canon. I noticed that my hands will leave behind smudges and oily residue very easily because of the finish of the camera but this is nothing to worry about as it cleans up quite well with a microfiber cloth.
So here is what I love about the camera:
- It is very stylish! Although I prefer my SLR's, I can say that I would have no problem showing off this little powerhouse!
- It's fast! Starts up very quick and can take the first shot when you need it. The last time I had used point and shoot cameras (2005-2006) they were not as good as this SD770 IS.
- Sharp, clear images and beautiful color and contrast!
- Does a great job minimizing noise when using ISO's up to 800. You will notice the noise appear after ISO 400, however for most users this is definitely not a problem! At 1600 it is quite grainy but even for web sized images and 4x6 prints this should not be much of an issue. I would not hesitate to use the higher ISO's if need be!
-Image Stabilization is a charm! Considering I have to pay hundreds and thousands of dollars to get this feature in my lenses for my DSLR's, I am impressed by the IS in this little body. It is OPTICAL and not digital which is very important as well as it works much better and your images will thank you!
-Battery life is excellent! I love the fact it has its own rechargeable battery pack and you can get around 250-300 shots between charges. This is very good!
What I do not like so much about the SD770 IS:
-There isn't much I DON'T like but I will be picky and say that I would love it if it had a better zoom range. My last point and shoot cameras were at least a 10x zoom I believe and of course my current SLR gear is in a whole other class. That being said, it still works very well and for 90% of those who buy these cameras will not have a problem as you can always use your feet to zoom!
- I like to have more control over manual settings but again I am being very picky because this camera DOES have manual settings and they work very well! I enjoy using vivid color and adjusting my ISO as needed as well as the exposure. Not much else to adjust really as you will almost always get beautiful shots unless it is user error!
- comes with a mere 32mb SD card ... typical but hey we all know you need at least 1GB but I recommend getting 2GB or more because you are going to love taking a lot of photos with this amazing camera!
Canon is at the top of their game with their point and shoot cameras. This ELPH is one stunning piece of equipment and anyone who owns it will be very happy. If you want the bigger LCD you may wish to get the SD790 IS but other then this, they seem identical and the 2.5inch LCD is big enough for me on a camera this size.
Buy one, you will not regret it!
Canon Powershot SD770 IS Comments & Questions (write your own!)
Both Canon and Nikon make great cameras, it just depends on what you want to do with them.
To start off, I'm going to count the Nikon S550 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) out right away. While the camera does have the most optical zoom at 5x, the image stabilization is electronically based, so it only adjusts the shutter speed and ISO setting. It does not shift with the lens or sensor to balance any camera shake.
The big differences between the Canon SD770 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) and the SD790 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) are that the SD770 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is about $50 less expensive, it has an optical viewfinder and a smaller LCD screen (2.5" vs 3.0"). In my opinion, the optical viewfinder is handy in bright light, the LCD size difference isn't that big of a deal, and $50 can go towards a larger capacity memory card.
When compared to the Nikon S600 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) it is a closer call. This camera has about the same price tag as the Canon SD770 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), comes with sensor shift image stabilization (the Canons both have lens shift/optical IS, which is just as good), and both cameras have 10MP resolution photos. This camera also has more optical zoom (4x vs 3x) and comes with a larger ISO range (up to ISO 3200). Larger ISO settings will cause your photos to have a grainier look to them though.
While these features are nice, I would still pick the SD770 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). Where the SD770 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) comes out ahead in my book is the manual exposure settings. Having the ability to adjust settings manually (when and if you get to that level) lets you manipulate the photos that much more at the point of taking them to achieve the exact exposure level you're looking for. While its not to the level of a dSLR, it is still a nice feature to have. I hope this helps. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
If you've narrowed it down to those two cameras, I would go with the [digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... SD790[/url]. While it costs a little more, the manual features are still a good thing to have. I have personally used both Canon and Nikon cameras and like the user interface on the Canons a lot more. I find it more intuitive than that on the Nikon. Good luck and happy shooting.
Andrew
I mostly use my camera while I am traveling so want a small one that I can carry in my pocket. Zoom and clearness are important to me as I like to frame my pictures in my home. I'd also like a camera that takes good pictures that I can enlarge even say to a 8 X 10.
There are so many choices that I just can't seem to decide.
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. You can also go to Canon's website, click on the page for any of the above models and compare them side by side using the "choose the right product" feature on the upper right hand side. With it, you can compare the features of up to three models at a time.
In the end, you'll end up with 4 very similar cameras. And that's because they're very similar in design. However, don't fall for the myth that more MP is better. It isn't. Let me explain. I came across an interesting article today about how more mega pixels is not necessarily a good thing. According to Image Engineering ( 6mpixel.org/en/? ) – a company that does testing of digital cameras for photo magazines in Germany – the quality of digital pictures has steadily decreased since the state of the art was six megapixels back in 2004. And because they don’t have a “dog in this hunt,” they put forth a compelling argument for buying new digital cameras with less mega pixels and not more.
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.
Also how does the sd 790 and sd 1100 compare to both of these
Which one do you own?
What do you think of the 870 in comparison to those I have mentioned
The SD1100IS ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is a better choice because it actually uses fewer MP for the chipsize. And besides, you really don't see any benefit of MP above 6 in snapshots. It only asserts itself in enlargements 8x10 and above. And 8MP is plenty for 99.999% of your pictures.
Can you clarify?
What woould be your runner up if I were to choose another camera to compare.
So what would you say is a camera that might be comparale to the 1100?
Go with the 870.
My budget is $150-$300, and prefer Canons for their overall quality and good reputation.
Odd, but it is indeed a photo finish. I gotta say that although I really like the SD1100, that grain at high ISO really concerns me. So I have to give the edge to the Z20.
Please, provide me with anything to help me understand such things.
My email in case you like to contact me is: damasrose@hotmail.com.
Thank you
Riad
The different modes of IS controls when it actually does what it does. Continuous is just as stated - the system is continuously trying to stabilize image. Sometimes that is really helpful but generally the shoot only mode is sufficient provided you press the shutter half way and give the camera time to focus and set exposure before pressing the rest of the way (You should do this routinely anyway). Some say the continuous mode works better but uses more battery. The panning mode is used for when you are following a horizontally moving subject such as a runner or moving automobile. "Off" forces the IS system to not function at all which is helpful when you are trying to purposely blur a shot for "dramatic effect". Also, IS just isn't needed when shooting on a tripod so you can turn it off then.
Why up to this moment, I find photos taken with my older camera Fuji FinePix 1400z (1.3 mega pixls )much better than photos taken by me with canon IXUS 85 IS ? can anybody compare between these two cameras and tell me why I find the first better even in comparison with other Fuji cameras with higher mega pixls?
Here's a web site where they explain it in detail: 6mpixel.org/en/?page_id=32
Our hope is that the manufacturers will put their efforts into making larger CCD's cheaply as their next competitive edge. An example is the G9 and G10 from Canon where they get away with 12 MP on a slightly larger CCD so that its pixels are larger than the pixels on the IXUS 85 (but still not nearly large enough). The G9 has 28 MP/cm2, the IXUS 85 has 35MP/cm2, a lot of newer P&S cameras are up to 43 MP/cm2 and your older Fuji has 6 MP/cm2.
Of course there are other factors in lenses, speed, computer processing the image in camera, etc...... I'm convinced that the pixel size is the major problem we have with the current crop of P&S cameras. The web site DP Review considers it so important that they now list the data labeled "pixel density" for each camera.
As for a manual you can find that at the Canon website www.usa.canon.com click on cameras, then digital cameras, then your model which is SD 770 IS in North America. click on the tab for downloads and you'll find the manual in PDF format. Other resources are all over the internet to help you with the basics of photography. I would also advise that you seek out a local photo club since we all really enjoy helping a beginner getting started. (It reminds us of how much we really enjoy photography even when our cameras frustrate us!).
Best Wishes
By the way, how do you know this info? How can I learn it all ?
I want to buy a good digital camera(around 8 to 10 mega pixels, priced around 10,000 INR) to carry around and also am in need of a decent web camera for video chatting over internet using apps like skype n gtalk. Can both these needs be met by the same camera? if so (or even if not possible) which are the recommended options?