Canon Powershot SD990IS 14.7MP Digital Camera with 3.7x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black)
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Manufacturer: CanonFormat: CD
Platform: Windows
Model: SD990 Black
Color: Black
Product features:
- 14.7-megapixel resolution for the highest image quality
- 3.7x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves Face Detection
- Quick Mode decreases lag time so you don't miss anything
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards
- Serif PhotoPlus X3
- Adobe Photoshop CS4 Upgrade [OLD VERSION]
- Transcend 8 GB Class 6 SDHC Flash Memory Card with USB 2.0 Card Reader TS8GSDHC6-S5W
- Aperture 3
- Maximal Power FC300 CAN Universal All In One Rapid Travel Charger for Canon Battery (Bronze)
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon Powershot SD990IS 14.7MP Digital Camera with 3.7x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black)
Customer Review: Great Compact Super-Zoom!
Summary: 5 Stars
Ok, so you're looking for a compact super-zoom camera and scoured the 'net reading all the reviews about how the Panasonic Lumix ZS-3 beats the Canon SX200IS. Well, let me tell you, the SX200IS is a far more enjoyable camera to use. I initially purchased a ZS-3 and found it lacking in the "fun-to-use" category and overall picture quality.
First, a caveat: I've owned multiple Canon point-and-shoots, so I'm very comfortable with the user interface and most importantly, I like how the Canon DIGiC chips process the images. So, yes, I'm a bit biased, but I went ahead and tried the Lumix ZS-3 anyway based on its many positive reviews.
My disappointments with the Lumix ZS-3 were the following:
-Loose (or at the least, less solid feeling than the SX200IS) mode selector wheel.
-Grainy looking pics even at the lowest ISOs
-Flat looking colors
-Less-intuitive menu system
-Doesn't feel as substantive in your hand
I ultimately exchanged it for the Canon SX200IS and couldn't be more pleased...Here's why:
-User-friendlier menu system
-Full manual controls
-Really easy to adjust exposure, ISO, and flash power
-Smooth two-speed zoom motor
-Better image processing (richer colors at default settings)
-Good movie recording (remember, no optical zoom though)
-Solid build quality (feels just right in your hand)
Some other thoughts:
It takes a few days to get used to the pop-up flash. One time I had my finger on the flash cover (which lays flat when the flash is deployed) while shutting down the camera. The lens retracted, but flash stayed put until I lifted my finger and allowed the motor/spring-loaded mechanism to pull the flash inside. Just remember keep you finger away from the cover when turning the camera on/off.
Pick up a screen protector from Clarivue ([...]) to protect the 3" LCD from fingerprints and scratches.
All-in-all, this is a terrific camera for someone who wants a compact camera to take along on trips, to capture spontaneous family memories and to have fun while taking pics and learning digital photography. I enjoy using it even more than my Nikon D40.
Good luck in your search for a compact super-zoom and remember to keep expectations realistic; Compacts can't rival the picture quality of DSLRs, but cameras like the Canon SX200IS make picture-taking a joy.
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