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Stylish ultra compact with 37-185mm (equiv.) zoom (5x), image stabilization and all the new toys common to the 2009 Ixus/Elph range (including 720p movie capture and Smart Auto) and a 3.0" screen. 12 megapixels is probably overkill for most users of this kind of camera, but Canon's Ixus/Elph range has an excellent track record for decent image quality and responsive, easy operation. Canon's vast PowerShot range makes it hard to see the wood for the trees, but unless you really need the extra telephoto lens we'd suggest the SD960 IS (Ixus 110 IS) - this camera's near twin - is a better bet, thanks to its wideangle lens.
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| Announced: | Feb 18, 2009 |
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Opinion: The problem with the Canon SD970 IS and the reason I rate it so low is that there is no such animal. It does not exist. No one has seen hide nor hair of it, no dealer has it, no reviewer can find one to review. It was made up by Canon for who knows what reason.
Problems: This camera simply does not exist.
Opinion: There's no reason to rate it 1 star for that. I found it easily at B&H in stock, just today....
Opinion: mellowpaul is an idiot. this camera had a release date of april 2009, it simply wasn't out when he wrote his review. I'm adding this just to counter his stupid review. It's out now, and you can find it many places online. I haven't seen it in stores yet, but expect to see it any day. This camera had a release date 1 month later than the other current models, which is why it wasn't available. Hopefully we'll get some real reviews now that it's out.
Problems: No waterproof case made for this camera. This is a huge problem for Canon. Why make cases for all your cameras except the top of the line compact ps? I don't know what they're thinking and this may be the one reason I don't get this model.
Opinion: After searching for a camera to replace my 4 year old Samsung, decided on Canon and this model as I wanted the 5x optical zoom and all those pixels for my next holiday.
Had no problem finding places selling it online (unlike earlier posts here) and much cheaper than the advertised "official" price...
The face recognition feature is fascinating and even identifies the face of the neighbour's cat!
Problems: No real issues found other than the zoom and shoot switch / button could be a little easier to use. Reduced the "ease of use" score because of this.
A general gripe: Why can't Canon be consistent with the model numbers. That is, why have different numbers between US and Europe?
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