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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 PowerShot SD700 IS Digital ELPH / IXUS 800 sets a new standard. The first Digital ELPH equipped with Canon's Image Stabilizer technology, its sleek, tri-color body is loaded with...
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The PowerShot SD700 IS Digital ELPH / IXUS 800 sets a new standard. The first Digital ELPH equipped with Canon's Image Stabilizer technology, its sleek, tri-color body is loaded with high-end features that make taking great pictures more stylish and convenient than ever. 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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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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6 Megapixel
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Optical Zoom
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3x
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4x
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Features
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Image Stabilization
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| Image Quality |
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Camera Resolution
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7.4 Megapixel
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6 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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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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| 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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5.8 - 23.2 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 - 24 in. (w) / 15.6 - 24 in. (t)
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35mm Zoom Lens
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37 - 111 mm
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35 - 140 mm
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Focus Range
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19.2 in. to Infinity (w)
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18 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/f5.5 (w/t)
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Shutter Speed
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15 - 1/2000 sec
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1.3 - 1/1600 sec
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Frames Per Second
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2 Frames
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2.1 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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Red-eye Reduction Flash
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Slow Sync
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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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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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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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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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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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173,000 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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Proprietary Lithium
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Battery Life
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160 Images
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240 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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| Dimensions |
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Weight
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0.38 lb.
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Depth
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1.04 in.
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1.04 in.
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Height
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2.24 in.
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2.22 in.
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Width
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3.37 in.
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3.56 in.
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| Miscellaneous |
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UPC
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013803048421
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013803063042
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Product ID
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23740137
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30041943
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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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Release Date
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March, 2005
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April, 2006
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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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1130B001
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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 SD700 / IXUS 800 Digital Camera
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$699.95
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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
100% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
6 megapixels, fast, stylish, ultra compact, user friendly, 2.5" LCD screen, and...
Cons
Mediocre battery life, chromatic aberration, and noisy ISO 800 images
Recommended it?
Yes
Canon has dominated the microcam market since the first ultra compact digicams hit camera stores. That's because the digital ELPH nameplate is synonymous with compact size, high style, impressive performance and leading edge technology. The newest digital ELPH, the Canon PowerShot SD700 IS Digital...
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Pros
Compact and stylish, large LCD, image stabilization, 4x zoom, resolution
Cons
Price, images could be sharper, noisy ISO 400-800, slow flash recycle, red-eye
Recommended it?
Yes
I bought the Canon SD700 IS expecting good picture quality, especially indoors. Unfortunately I am disappointed.
I have always liked Canon Digital Elph cameras. I liked the 5-Megapixel SD450 and the 7.1-Megapixel SD550. I really liked the 6-Megapixel Canon SD600. The SD700 IS promises 4x...
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