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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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The Digital IXUS 970 IS gently curves towards the grip for a stylish, elegant feel. The Multi Control Dial makes it quick and simple to change settings, review images and scroll through menus.
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| Key Features |
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Digital Zoom
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4x
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5x
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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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2.5 in.
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Resolution
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7.4 Megapixel
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10 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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10 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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320 x 240
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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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160 x 120
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Video Format
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AVI
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Motion JPEG
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AVI
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Motion JPEG
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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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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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6.6 - 33 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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0.79 - 19.69 in. (w) / 0.79 - 3.94 in. (t)
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35mm Zoom Lens
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37 - 111 mm
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37 - 185 mm
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Focus Range
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19.2 in. to Infinity (w)
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19.69 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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f3.2/f5.7 (w/t)
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Shutter Speed
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15 - 1/2000 sec
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15 - 1/1600 sec
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Frames Per Second
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2 Frames
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1.2 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 |
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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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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 & External
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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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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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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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Optical
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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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320 Images
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| System Requirements |
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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 2000
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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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1.08 in.
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Height
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2.24 in.
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2.25 in.
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Width
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3.37 in.
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3.76 in.
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| Miscellaneous |
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UPC
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013803048421
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4960999571041
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Product ID
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23740137
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69152874
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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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Driver
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Battery Charger
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Strap
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AV Cable
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Battery Pack
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Release Date
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March, 2005
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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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2566B001
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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 SD890 / IXUS 970 IS Digital Camera
$399.99
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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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Consumer Reviews
Pros
Sleek redefined body. New easy controls. Great zoom. Good focusing.
Cons
Price is too much for what the camera does, no manual controls
Recommended it?
Yes
So, being a crazy obsessive Canon-maniac, I rushed to get SD890is (IXYS 970) when it just came out. I have previously owned S100, S320, S400, SD550, SD700, SD850 and played with at least 5 other S/SD series, so I believe I have plenty of SD material to compare with this new little beauty..
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