Canon PowerShot SD700 IS is equipped with 6.0 Megapixels, an optical 4x zoom lens (f/2.8 - f/5.5) with a shift-type optical Image Stabilizer (IS) system and Canon high-performance and high-speed processing "DIGIC II", which makes it possible to take pictures with up to a maximum of 2816?2112 recording pixels and achieve more comfortable camera operation complying with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.The molding technique highlighted the delicacy of a continuously curved form (Perpetual Curve Design), made the main body look more compact and enhanced the holding comfort when shooting. Employing a large 2.5-inch LCD monitor on the rear allows easy operation.With a shift-type optical Image Stabilizer system and High-speed ISO setting that can be adjusted up to 800 equivalent, you can reduce camera shake and subject blur, and shoot beautiful images when shooting in telephoto with slow shutter speeds or in a dark area.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Best little camera around - still:
For this size camera, this is an excellent camera. Don't be fooled by more mega pixels. Six is more than the lens can resolve with these small cameras. Also, you get less dynamic range with more pixels crammed into the same sensor size.
When I do replace this unit, I will be looking for a small camera with the next size larger sensor. Hopefully, I will be able to find something without a zillion pixels in a year or two.
Spots on Pictures:
I bought this camera in Sept. 2006, as well as, an underwater housing for the camera. From the start, many of the pictures had round whitish spots on them, whether the pictures were taken on land or underwater. I've followed Canon's suggestions below and my pictures still end up with spots. Not only have I invested in the camera but the underwater housing. I will not buy another Canon camera for this reason. This is Canon's answer to spots that appear on the pictures. "This may occur depending on the... more info
Great camera:
Purchased this camera for my dad who travels frequently. He isn't very good with technology (still doesn't know how to use a cell phone) but was able to learn how to use this camera very quickly. The functions are pretty standard, the larger screen (from our previous S400) was a big plus for him. Also the Image Stabilization has helped him take better pictures. Also picked up a Sandisk Ultra II 1gb card with the camera. Definitely worth it to pick up a higher speed card. We tried other cards with it and... more info
Best camera!:
I can't say enough good things about this camera! I absolutely love it!!
I have had it for almost 2 years and it's been through a lot and still works really well. It has so many features on it that are easy to use quickly and in every situation. You can change pictures into black and white, or sepia, and other colors on the go. There are a ton of features like that which really make it worth the price. The only thing is that the camera is heavy, you definitely know its in your purse/ pocket when you... more info
