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| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
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New (59) Used (2) from $285.00
Rating:  20 reviews
Sales Rank: 41
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Includes Software: Yes
Optical Zoom: 3
Digital Zoom: 4
Connectivity: AV
Display Size: 3
Maximum Focal Length: 18.6
Minimum Focal Length: 6.2
Maximum Resolution: 10000000
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 3.6 x 2.2 x 0.8
nv:Sensor: 10 Megapixel
Size: 1/2.3-inch
Image Resolution: 3648 x 2736
Movie Resolution: 640 x 480
Memory Included: 32MB Memory Card
Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
Compressed Format: JPEG/EXIF v 2.22
Movie File Format: AVI motion JPEG
Optical Zoom: 3x
Digital Zoom: 4X
Combined Zoom: 12x
Focal Length: f= 6.2-18.6mm
Focus Mode: TTL autofocus
Focusing Range: Normal: 12 in./30cm-infinity
Focusing Range: Digital Macro: 1.2-3.9 in./3-10cm (W)
MPN: SD790IS
Model: SD790IS
UPC: 013803090703
EAN: 0013803090703
ASIN: B0011ZK6OS
Release Date: March 25, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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Canon PowerShot SD790IS 10MP June 8, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I've only owned canon powershot cameras. This is by far the best powershot camera that canon has producd. I've had minor complaints about past canon powershot cameras. However, this particular model has no flaws. I've owned this particular model for a couple of months now and it's honestly an amazing camera. It's very easy to use and the durability of the camera is fantastic. Most importantly, the quality is top notch.
I find it very difficult to imagine anyone not liking this camera. It's great in all aspects of a digital camera. Definitely buy without hesitation.
Perfect upgrade June 1, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I went with the Canon SD790 after I dropped my other digital camera on its protruding lens, thus rendering it useless. After using the SD790 for a while, my accident feels like a godsend.
This camera is speedy making spontaneous moments easy to capture. And all those memories will look great too, the image quality is unmatched by any other digicam I've ever owned. It's 10.0 megapixels, but I typically shoot in 6.0 megapixels and these photos look much better than my previous 6.0 megapixel camera.
Battery life is superb. I took almost two-hundred pictures and the battery was still mostly charged. All the different scene modes are very appreciated, but some of them I doubt I will ever use (i.e., fireworks, underwater).
Not to mention that this is one of the sexiest gadgets I currently own. I would highly recommend the Canon SD790IS.
 The Canon SD790 IS - A Great All-Around Point & Shoot Camera May 31, 2008
98 out of 102 found this review helpful
Canon's 790 IS is a great all-around point and shoot Camera. Canon has been playing with various mixes of features and prices with their newer models. The model numbers are confusing, but I've gone through a few new models recently and hope this extra info may help you.
Even though I do own a few older Canon DSLRs, for point and shoot I've been leaning more towards Nikon's Coolpix S series for the better pricing and some features. I did a lot of research into the various models in this price range. The 790IS stands up well against the competition. And for my needs it's more appealing than Canon's SD890IS , SD950IS, SD770IS or SD1100IS models.
** The Nikon Coolpix S52c with Wi-Fi has all the good stuff that's included with the Nikon Coolpix S52 plus a wireless antenna for uploading pictures without syncing to your PC. Either of these is a better value than the Canon 790 or 770 at about 30% less. To be fair though, they cost less for a reason, since Canon has owned this market segment for a while.
** 10 megapixels is a good capacity on the higher end for point and shoot cameras. I wouldn't expect it to produce better pictures than 8 or 9 MP models. You may have good reason to set your image size smaller within the camera. However having the *option* of more megapixel's gives you certain large image format options you wouldn't otherwise have. Hence the meaning behind the much maligned statement, "more never hurts." That doesn't mean you always want to use more, but it's nice to be able to versus other cameras. The 770 and 890 each also offer 10 MP and the 950 offers 12 MP, though at a much higher price. The Nikon S600 also has 10 MP. The 9 MP of the Nikon S52c was enough for me, so the 790's 10 MP is a slight upgrade.
** 3x optical zoom is also a perfect amount that tends to not result in blurred photos. The 950IS and the 870IS each has 5x optical zoom, but both have smaller screens and thicker bodies. Digital zoom is irrelevant to me.
** Canon's image processing is faster and more reliable than on my Nikon. The built-in image stabilization, face detection and motion detection reduce blur. I simply wouldn't consider a Canon without IS at this point.
**Just like the Nikon, and unlike many other Canon models I was looking into, the 3 inch LCD screen is too beautiful to ignore. No view-finder here, but with this beautiful screen you don't really need one. The Nikon's screen is best of all, and made from a nicer glass that seems more durable. But this Canon is just as big and very nice as well.
** In terms of memory compatibility, Canon's lead this group. Just like the Nikon they support SD and larger SDHC cards. And they also support the wide range of MMC, MMC Plus, and HC MMC Plus. No usable card is included, but you can get a nice 8 GB SDHC for only 30 or 40 bucks.
** All those common extras for in-camera editing are included here. The Canon has a lot of extra shooting modes too. These may aid casual users a lot, but you have to spend some time studying the manual and playing with them. I haven't used them all a great deal, but I'm generally happy with using minimal adjustments instead of the shooting modes.
** The control wheel and buttons are intuitive but not as tactile as on the Nikon. I'm not crazy about the flattened buttons. But if you really want a Canon with a 3 inch screen, you give up the buttons. As for the wheel, those not used to it should have no trouble adjusting.
** The other advantage of the Nikon S52 is the internal zoom. That means no waiting for the lens to zoom in and out, and no worries about the mechanical issues with those external lens extension cameras. It is possible to view pictures on the 790 IS without activating the lens by pressing the view button. But for taking pictures, the lens articulates out.
** The slim chiseled body of this Canon is very comparable to the S52 and more attractive than the rounder and fatter 870, 890 and 950. I still prefer the Nikon body design, but the Canon definitely feels more solid in your hand.
** Picture taking is better feeling on the Canon, with a more effective button design, less lag and faster shutter. It's true that some manual controls aren't available here, but it's a point and shoot. Step up to a bridge model like the Canon G9 or the Nikon P80 if you want more manual controls.
** Low light performance is better with the Canon in auto but better with the Nikon when the ISO is set manually. On balance I think the S52 is better in this area.
** The wireless upload feature is a nice extra on the S52c. Connecting to a wireless access point takes some time. This is not a feature I plan on using often, but considering even the S52c is significantly less pricey than the 790 it's almost like a freebee. Upload speeds are too slow for video, but for pictures it will do in a pinch.
** The video recording features are pretty similar but slightly better on the Canon. The video quality is great on both and sound quality could be improved on both.
** The Canon PowerShot SD870IS and the Nikon Coolpix S600 each offer widescreen lenses. The 790IS is on the cusp of wide-lens aperture. The SD870IS is clearly the most popular camera in that group. Like the S600 it also has an externally articulating lens, so it's less compact than the S52. The S600 is a serious competitor but the 790IS is still nicer looking and the 870IS is much more popular. The 870IS has a ton of in depth reviews out there, so look them up.
** All of the ELPHs have proprietary rechargeable batteries. Plan on recharging them often and buying a spare battery. You'll also need to buy a little case for this camera. Some bridge models like the Nikon Coolpix P60, Canon PowerShot A590IS and Canon PowerShot A720IS offer the convenience of AA batteries. If you plan on travelling a lot internationally, being able to use AAs comes in handy.
This is a great camera, and probably the best Elph out there right now.
1) If you plan on shooting a lot in auto mode and want a thin camera with the 3 inch screen, the 790IS is the way to go.
2) If you think you might use the Wifi upload feature, prefer the internal lens or are looking for the best value, the S52c or S52 is the way to go.
3) If you don't need the 3 inch screen and just prefer Canon to Nikon, go with the 770 IS or the 1100 IS to save some cash.
4) If you need something that doesn't force you to use those proprietary batteries and chargers, check out the P60, A590 or A720.
5) If you want a little wider lens capabilities and don't mind spending a little more cash, look at Nikon S600 and the very popular Canon 870IS.
I know this is a lot to digest. I hope you can benefit from this info and the recent spree of camera purchases I've made.
Enjoy your new camera.
Great...but...heavy, slow, short optical zoom & hard to clean May 29, 2008
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
I have been an avid canon fan for 22 years and once again find myself with yet another quality product. The camera has a variety of features, a convenient turn wheel for camera options, and is worth the extra price for the Image Stabilizer; because I normally shoot with a SLR (Canon 20D)I was looking for a solid camera that offered these options in a user friendly way. This camera lives up to my expectations. However, the camera is not without its weaknesses: it processes slow after pressing the shutter button(the same frustration with my old Canon Elph S500), it is heavy for its size, only offers 3x optical and 10MP(while others offer 5x and 12MP at comparable rates), and it is very hard to wipe off finger prints on the screen and body--even with a microfiber camera cloth (other bodies are manufactured from scratch resistant material). It's a toss up between this model and the SD950IS, but I like the sleekness of the SD790IS and the turn wheel on the back of the camera. It's a trade off and you'll need to decide what fits your needs.
good pocket cam May 22, 2008
30 out of 37 found this review helpful
I had a panasonic pocket cam, but I scratched up the screen!!!! So... I was able to return it and get another pocket cam. The model of panasonic that I had was unavailable at the store where I returned it. Therefore I decided to get this canon since I have had good luck with canons previously. (I own a rebel xti and a canon a75. Both of them are too large to carry in my pocket.)
Ultimately, all pocket cams suffer from the size of their minuscule sensors. Anything but the lowest ISO setting will show some noise and the dynamic range is fairly low. But that's what DSLR's are for. Of course DSLR's have one huge drawback. I can't fit any of them in my pocket!
On to the review.
First off, I would like to get my biggest complaint out of the way. That little spinning wheel SUCKS!!! It is far too sensitive. Also, the designers of this camera made the little function/set button in the middle of the wheel too small in order to accommodate said wheel. Hence, four stars instead of five.
Now for the best thing about this camera: THE SCREEN! Bright, fairly accurate, legible from all angles, and contrasty. (Is that a word?) There will never be a need for a peephole viewfinder (which this camera lacks). Even in bright sun, I can be fairly confident about the results of each shot. Hallelujah! Most surprisingly, there seems to be some kind of anti-reflective coating. And the coating actually works! Blacks look black and bright external lights don't obscure the view.
There are even a few hidden features that I am extremely happy with. (I say "hidden" because I never would have figured them out without the instruction manual.) Hidden bonus #1) Exposure lock and FLASH EXPOSURE LOCK. This means that I can actually attempt to get some control over the output level of the flash. I have never seen this feature on any other pocket cam. I would recommend reading the instruction manual to learn how to do these things. I don't want to give step by step instructions in a review.
Hidden item 2) the "my colors" mode. Once this mode is accessed, the color saturation, contrast and sharpness can be adjusted to taste. Once I figured this out, I immediately turned the contrast all the way down. Now I am able to avoid blown highlights in high contrast situations more easily. And portraits are also better with lower contrast. Sure, dynamic range is still limited, but it helps to have this kind of control. One other thing: a little saturation boost looks good to me. Your results may vary.
Hidden item 3) grid lines. This puts lines across the lcd which break the composition into thirds. (Those of you who know about the rule of thirds will appreciate this.) I can keep straight lines fairly straight (assuming lens distortion hasn't curved the straight lines) and I can use the intersection of lines to apply the rule of thirds. (I would recommend a google search of "rule of thirds.")
Hidden item 4) aspect ratio masking. This means that I can choose to have gray shaded bars at the top and bottom of the screen which will show what I will get from a 4x6 print. I like to print my pics at a popular warehouse store (rhymes with bosco) and in the past it has been frustrating to receive prints which crop away the edges of my careful in- camera framing of a shot. Now I can pre-visualize the results of a 4x6 print while I shoot. Amen brother.
One last complaint: these cameras should be made available in black. Not silver with a little "black eye" in the middle. My panasonic was black. Damn.
One more complaint: Hey Canon people!!! Figure out a more creative name than "powershot sd 790 is." My recommendation: paint it black with a skull and crossbones. Call it the "poison cam." Okay, maybe not. But, seriously, how many times can a new model with yet another number designation suffice? 790,870,950,911, 666 the camera of the beast!!! Enough with the stinkin' numbers!
One last recommendation: use caution when carrying a camera in a jacket pocket or (worse still) pants pocket. I ruined my panasonic by carrying it in the same pocket as a set of keys. Luckily, my brain has two distinct, separate lobes which don't slosh around in my skull damaging each other like my keys damaged my camera. (What a lousy metaphor!) I bought this case and it's a perfect fit.Tamrac 5204 T4 Digital Camera Bag (Black)
In conclusion, I expect that I will use this camera quite often owing largely to its diminutive proportions. (Hopefully, its diminutive proportions don't mean that it will be lost!) I just need to make sure not to accidentally spin that stupid little wheel. Oh well, perhaps I can cut a little piece of gaffer's tape to hold it still.
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update to review
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Order this battery: Lenmar DLC5L Lithium-ion Digital Camera/Camcorder Battery Equivalent to the Canon NB-5L Battery Works great for a great price.
Another good thing about this camera: it is possible to view images on the camera's screen without extending the lens. With the camera turned off, just hold down the play button to turn on image playback. The lens won't pop out.
The extending lens design of this and many other point and shoot cameras seems to me the most likely element to be damaged. Some cameras avoid this issue by utilizing a lens design whereby the zoom lens is entirely contained inside the camera housing. I'm not entirely certain whether internal zoom lenses are equal in quality to extending zoom lenses.
Another thing I have noticed is that I can't really see any difference between "fine" and "super fine" jpegs. One thing is certain. The fine jpegs take up less file space.
Also, 10 megapixel files ("large" jpeg setting) seem like overkill for such a tiny sensor. I haven't done any valid comparisons, but I suspect that setting this camera to record 6 megapixel images may look just fine and would also save on file size. I have a Canon A75 which makes great 8x10 prints even though it only has 3.2 megapixel resolution. If this camera is used to make poster-size prints, that little bit of extra resolution may help. But, then again, maybe not. I know of at least one article on the internet which suggests that 6 mp may be the "sweet spot" for sensors of the size contained in this camera. I will need to compare prints made from files of different resolutions to know for sure. If I remember, I will eventually post my opinion here. I would appreciate if anyone more knowledgeable in this area could post a comment.
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