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The PowerShot SD500 is the Digital ELPH you've been waiting for. It's the first to be equipped with 7.1 Megapixels of resolution for a truly astonishing level of detail, and it...
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The PowerShot SD500 is the Digital ELPH you've been waiting for. It's the first to be equipped with 7.1 Megapixels of resolution for a truly astonishing level of detail, and it employs Canon's exclusive DIGIC II Image Processor to bring all that detail to vibrant life. With a big 2.0 inch LCD screen and an outstanding set of features and capabilities, the SD500 is a digital camera designed to lead the impressive Digital ELPH line. Less
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From the very first glance, the smooth shape and bold lines of the stylish PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH signal that this is no ordinary camera. With 8.0 megapixels of resolution, an...
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From the very first glance, the smooth shape and bold lines of the stylish PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH signal that this is no ordinary camera. With 8.0 megapixels of resolution, an Optical Image Stabilizer and 3.8x optical zooming, the SD870 IS Digital ELPH boasts impressive specs as well as a host of convenient features. Face Detection Technology for worry-free people shots. A large 3.0-inch LCD to give you a perfect view of your scene. The Auto ISO Shift and ISO 1600 deliver brilliant images in challenging lighting. Less
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| Key Features |
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Digital Zoom
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4x
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4x
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Camera Type
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Compact
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Compact
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Weight
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0.38 lb.
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0.34 lb.
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LCD Screen Size
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2 in.
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3 in.
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Resolution
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7.4 Megapixel
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8.3 Megapixel
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Optical Zoom
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3x
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4x
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| Image Quality |
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Camera Resolution
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7.4 Megapixel
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8.3 Megapixel
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Image Sensor Type
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CCD
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CCD
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Image Resolutions
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640 x 480
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2592 x 1944
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2048 x 1536
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1600 x 1200
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3072 x 2304
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640 x 480
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2816 x 2112
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2272 x 1704
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1600 x 1200
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3648 x 2736
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3648 x 2048
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Video Resolutions
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320 x 240
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640 x 480 (VGA)
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160 x 120
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320 x 240
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640 x 480 (VGA)
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Video Format
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AVI
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Motion JPEG
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QuickTime
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Max Movie Length
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180 Seconds
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Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
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Video Speed
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-
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30 fps
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| Lens |
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Interchangeable Lens
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Not Interchangeable Lenses
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Not Interchangeable Lenses
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Optical Zoom
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3x
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4x
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Focus Type
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Autofocus
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Autofocus
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Focal Length
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7.7 - 23.1 mm
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5 - 20 mm
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Macro Focus Range
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2 - 19.2 in. (w) / 12 - 19.2 in. (t)
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0.8 - 19.2 in. (w) / 12 - 19.2 in. (t)
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35mm Zoom Lens
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37 - 111 mm
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28 - 112 mm
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Focus Range
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19.2 in. to Infinity (w)
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19.2 in. to Infinity (w)
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| Exposure Control |
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Aperture Range
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f7.1/f13 (w/t) - f2.8/f4.9 (w/t)
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f2.8/f5.8 (w/t)
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Shutter Speed
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15 - 1/2000 sec
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1/60 - 1/1600 sec
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Frames Per Second
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2 Frames
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1.4 Frames
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White Balance
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Auto
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Manual
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Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
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Cloudy (Preset)
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Fluorescent (Preset)
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Tungsten (Preset)
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Auto
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Manual
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Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
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Cloudy (Preset)
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Fluorescent (Preset)
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Tungsten (Preset)
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Flash Functions
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Flash Off
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Auto Flash
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Fill-in Flash
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Red-eye Reduction Flash
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Slow Sync
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Flash Off
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Auto Flash
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Fill-in Flash
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Red-eye Reduction Flash
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Slow Sync
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Manual
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Flash Type
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Built-In
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Built-In
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ISO Speeds
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Auto
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50
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100
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200
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400
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Auto
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100
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200
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400
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800
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1600
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80
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| Storage |
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File Size (High Res.)
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2.97 MB (43 images on 128MB card)
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4.33 MB (30 images on 128MB card)
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Memory Type
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SD Card
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Multimedia Card
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SD Card
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SDHC Card
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Compression Type
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JPEG
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JPEG
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EXIF 2.2
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DPOF 1.1
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DCF
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File Size (Low Res.)
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0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
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0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
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Compression Modes
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Fine
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SuperFine
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Normal
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Fine
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SuperFine
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Normal
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| Included Features |
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Self Timer
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2 Sec.
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10 Sec.
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2 Sec.
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10 Sec.
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Built-in Microphone
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With Built-in Microphone
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| Viewfinder / Display |
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LCD Protected Position
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Without LCD Protected Position
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Without LCD Protected Position
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Viewfinder
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Optical
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Without Viewfinder
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LCD Screen Resolution
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118,000 pixels
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230,000 pixels
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| Interfaces |
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Video Interface
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Video Out
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Video Out
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Interface Type
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USB 2.0
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USB 2.0
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| Power Supply |
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Battery Type
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Proprietary Lithium
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Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
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Battery Life
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160 Images
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310 Images
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Operating System
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Apple Mac OS X
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Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
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Microsoft Windows XP Professional
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Apple Mac OS X
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Microsoft Windows XP
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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| Dimensions |
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Weight
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0.38 lb.
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0.34 lb.
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Depth
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1.04 in.
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0.93 in.
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Height
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2.24 in.
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2.24 in.
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Width
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3.37 in.
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3.69 in.
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| Miscellaneous |
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UPC
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013803048421
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10202172
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Product ID
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23740137
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76966422
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Included Accessories
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Software
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USB Cable
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Video Cable
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Hand Strap
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32 MB Memory Card
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Lithium Battery
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Battery Charger
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Software
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USB Cable
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Hand Strap
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32 MB Memory Card
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Battery Charger
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AV Cable
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Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
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Release Date
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March, 2005
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October, 2008
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Family Line
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Canon IXUS
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Canon IXUS
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MPN
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SD500
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SD870 IS
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| Consumer Reviews |
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Canon PowerShot SD500 / IXUS 700 Digital Camera
$899.00
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Canon PowerShot SD870 IS / Digital IXUS 860 IS Digital...
$499.00
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Product Review Summary
92% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
Fast, stylish, ultra compact, user friendly, very good image quality, and ISO 50
Cons
Mediocre battery life, red-eye problems, chromatic aberration, and noisy ISO 400 images
Recommended it?
Yes
One of the digital imaging revolution's most fascinating high-tech product developments was the ultra compact digital camera. Canon has dominated that very popular marketing niche since the first micro-cams hit store shelves and the new Canon Powershot SD500 continues that tradition. The SD500...
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Pros
Tiny size, 7.1MP, 3x optical zoom, some manual features, Excellent color accuracy,...
Cons
Weak Flash, Pictures not as sharp as some larger 7 MP cameras, Weak Battery
Recommended it?
Yes
My brother got lucky for his birthday... he's getting a new iPod Mini from me and a brand spanking new SD500 from my parents. Now he has stuff to make me a bit envious of him in the world of high tech... including his new Infiniti G35. Well, he worked hard for it.
Price
My...
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Product Review Summary
95% recommend this product
Pros
- Nice Screen (5)
- Compact (4)
- Excellent Picture Quality (4)
- Powerful Zoom (3)
- Easy to Use (2)
- Long Battery Life (2)
- Faster Shutter (2)
- Lightweight (2)
- Rich Features (1)
- Rechargeable (1)
Cons
- Weak Flash (2)
- Difficult to Use (1)
- Bad in Low Light (1)
Good For
- Everyday Use (5)
- Gifts (4)
- Travel (3)
- Special Events (2)
- Outdoors (1)
- Action (1)
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Consumer Reviews
Pros
Ultra-compact, 8 megapixels, fast, stylish, user friendly, 3.0" LCD screen, and...
Cons
Auto exposure only, no optical viewfinder, and red-eye issues
Recommended it?
Yes
Canon's ultra-compact digicams have consistently been among the most successful competitors in the hi-tech marketplace because they (almost) always deliver impressive usability, class champ performance, and very good image quality - all stuffed into a stylish metal alloy body that's small enough to...
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Pros
Compact, fantastic resolution and picture quality, great video quality, huge LCD screen
Cons
A little tough to navigate through menus, no case included
Recommended it?
Yes
Preface
Wow. Can you believe it. Today marks my 7 year anniversary on the site. SEVEN YEARS! I suppose its fitting that this is my 77th review then. =) With this anniversary I wanted to do a superb review. I wanted to do one above and beyond any previous to it and above and beyond my own...
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