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Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Digital Camera

Canon SD990 IS

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Key Features of the Canon SD990 IS :
  • 14.7-megapixel Resolution.
  • 3.7x image-stabilized optical zoom.
  • Optical viewfinder plus large high-quality 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II.
  • DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves Face Detection.
  • Intelligent Contrast Correction.
  • Quick Mode decreases lag time so you don't miss anything
  • Face Detection technology and in-camera red-eye fix.
  • 21 shooting modes, including 16 special scene modes.
  • Print/Share button.
  • Powered by lithium-ion battery (battery and charger included).
  • Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards.
 When you’re ready to experience a higher level of pacesetting technology and image brilliance, the PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH is ready for you. One glance at the sleek sculptured profile, and you know this is a camera driven by design and features. Style without compromise is the perfect complement to the ELPH model’s most advanced feature lineup--engineering leadership that opens your eyes and imagination to the real potential and boundless pleasures of photography.

PowerShot SD990 IS Highlights

Powerful curves house a 14.7-megapixel Digital ELPH
The PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH is all about firsts. It’s the very first ELPH to offer you the contemporary cool of pure black--making the boldest camera contours seem even more dramatic. When classic style reflects your fashion sense, indulge in the satiny glow of silver tone. Both are the very image of photography at its best, featuring megapixels that’s the highest resolution among Digital ELPH to capture every detail of the world around you. There’s never been a better time to think big, knowing that every enlargement will be sharper and more full-of-life than you’ve ever experienced before.

3.7x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer for blur-free shooting
The PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH has 3.7x optical zoom. A zoom opens up a world of possibilities in your photography, and thanks to innovative Canon engineering, it’s housed in a camera that’s sized to go everywhere with you. With many cameras, hand-held shots taken at the long end of the zoom can be marred by blur. The SD990 IS Digital ELPH incorporates Canon’s exclusive Optical Image Stabilizer. The technology detects and effectively cancels camera shake, for clear, sharp images every time.

Optical viewfinder plus large high-quality 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II
The PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH gives you large 2.5-inch LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. Canon’s PureColor LCD II offers spectacular color, resolution and contrast even when viewed at an angle. The screen is highly durable and easy to see in any light with a scratch-resistant, antireflective coating. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light--a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images.

New DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves Face Detection, adds Servo AF, Face Detection Self-Timer and Intelligent Contrast Correction

DIGIC 4 Image Processor
Canon’s proprietary DIGIC Image Processors have long set its cameras apart from the competition, and the new DIGIC 4 sets the bar even higher. Faster, more accurate noise reduction delivers better image quality, even at high ISO speeds.

iSAPS Technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the advanced DIGIC 4 Image Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance.

A new Face Self-Timer automatically detects an increase in the number of faces and makes the appropriate adjustments. For instance, to include photographer’s face in a group shot, there’s no need to rush in. Just put the camera on a stand or tripod, and specify Face Self-Timer, and the camera will wait for the photographer’s face to get on-camera before it takes the shot. Motion Detection now tracks moving subjects in a much larger range, and the new Servo AF retains focus on a moving subject after the shutter button is pressed halfway -- allowing you to wait for the perfect shot without refocusing. Also, Face Detection and Motion Detection are markedly improved.

Intelligent Contrast Correction DIGIC 4 also makes possible the new i-Contrast (Intelligent Contrast Correction) system, which controls the compensation level in pixel units to brighten dark areas while leaving bright areas unchanged for better images where the main subject is dark, and more natural transition. The PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH can even use i-Contrast in playback mode to adjust images that were shot without the setting activated.

Red-eye Correction provides three options for removing red-eye from subjects in flash pictures.
1) The Red-eye Correction during shooting actually identifies and corrects red-eye in human subjects as pictures are taken.
2) The SD990 IS Digital ELPH can be set to automatically detect and correct red-eye during image playback.
3) You can manually locate any red eyes in a scene during image playback on the LCD screen, and command the camera to remove them.

Life doesn’t give you second chances to capture special times. That’s why the SD990 IS Digital ELPH features ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater shooting flexibility. ISO can be expanded to 3200 when you select ISO 3200 Special Scene mode.

A Wide Range of Shooting Modes to Capture Anything
When you don’t want to control the shots, the PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH offers the satisfying option of Quick shooting mode. The camera’s LCD screen turns off and the viewfinder displays the scene while framing. When the moment you want to shoot the focused moving subject comes along, this feature makes lag time shortest to capture the subject quickest. If the camera focuses on faces, the faces are also detected in the frame.

With 21 Shooting Modes including 16 Special Scene Modes, you’re ready for whatever shot comes your way.

Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading
The PowerShot SD990 IS Digital ELPH's Print/Share button makes direct printing easier than ever. Simply connect the SD990 IS Digital ELPH to a Canon PIXMA Photo Printer or SELPHY Compact Photo Printer or any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the lighted Print/Share button and print! Also use the Print/Share button to transfer images to a computer (Windows and Macintosh).

Print your own ID photos in up to 28 different sizes or use the Movie Print function to output multiple stills from a recorded movie on a single sheet with a Canon SELPHY Compact Photo Printer.

What's in the Box
  • PowerShot SD990IS Digital ELPH body
  • Wrist Strap WS-DC7
  • SD Memory Card SDC-32M
  • Battery Pack NB-5L
  • Battery Charger CB-2LX
  • AV Cable AVC-DC400
  • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (USB)
  • Solution Disk



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Name: Sony DSC-W300 Canon SD990 IS
Megapixels: 13.6 14.7
Optical Zoom: 3 X 4 X
Max Res: 4224 x 3168 4416 x 3312
LCD Screen: 2.7 " 2.5 "
Digital zoom: Yes, up to 2x Yes, 4 x
Image stabilizer: Yes, Lens Yes, Lens
Media Card: Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo + Internal SD/SDHC/MMC card
Battery: Lithium-Ion (NP-BG1) & charger Lithium-Ion NB-5L battery & charger
Weight (with batteries): 187 g (6.6 oz) 205 g (7.2 oz)
Lowest Price: $296.00 $299.88
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Canon SD990 IS User Reviews

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5
Out of 5
Canon Powershot SD990IS 14.7MP Digital
- Reviewd on: 2009-01-03 By: 2 Cats
Awesome camera! This is my 4th Canon and I love it. Larger display, faster and clearer photos. Super easy to use. Can't go wrong with this camera. Directions for downloading are clear and simple.
5
Out of 5
Great little camera
- Reviewd on: 2008-12-26 By: R. Fraser
I purched This Canon SD990IS camera so I dont have to take my Canon 20d on all my trips. This little camera works great. The 3200 setting for indoors or out side at night is great, also the macro is great.It is small and easy to travel with.
4
Out of 5
I guess I was expecting a little more...
- Reviewd on: 2008-12-22 By: Craig A. Cohen
I upgraded from SD-450 to this camera. I guess my expectations were high. So, far my photos are good but not better than the 450 as far as the clarity. My biggest issue with this camera is that my photos are soft (not sharp) indoors. In good lighting, they are amazing. Also, I wish the LCD viewer was a larger.
With that said, I love the face recognition with the zoom feature and "quick shot" feature that makes this camera work similar to an SLR. The video is very clear. I have only used the camera about 8 times so I will update this review upon further examination.
5
Out of 5
Awesome camera
- Reviewd on: 2008-12-21 By: Larsanna
I got this camera as a carry-around-on-an-everyday-basis camera - got a little tired of dragging my Canon 20D around.

This camera is very nicely built, feels very solid and sturdy. The button layout is very easy to use and very fast to maneuver. The learning curve is also quite short, as most things on the camera just makes sense.

The technical quality of the camera, leaves little to be desired. It takes amazing photos, of course with all the limitations such a small camera has. The zoom is nice and fast and focusing is most times spot on. Only thing I wish was better, was low light capability, but then again, no camera with a sensor and lens this small will do much better.

I can highly recommend this camera as an everyday use camera, due to it's light weight, small size and outstanding quality.

A general precaution to every photographer: always bring extra memory cards and batteries - you will end up snapping away..
4
Out of 5
Way Fast
- Reviewd on: 2008-12-18 By: Waxy
After hours and hours and hours of surfing reviews, I finally chose this camera since I like the clarity of Canon cameras. I bought a SanDisk Ultra II SDHC 4GB card to go with it after reading reviews which claimed a 4GB is faster than 2GB and SanDisk is a great brand. This camera is so fast. From shot to shot, it is fast, compared with my older Canon. There is also a function where you can press the camera button and it will continuously shoot photos and that is supposed to be even faster. Clear and fast. That's what I need.