Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH Reviews

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	Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH Price (MSRP): $399.99 Megapixel: 8 TYPE: Digital Compact

Canon's 8-megapixel SD870 IS adds updated face-detection and optical image stabilization, a small increase in resolution, and a 230,000 pixel 3-inch LCD to Canon's existing PowerShot SD800 IS. The camera offers three optical image stabilization modes with its 28mm-105mm (35mm equivalent) f/2.8-f/5.8 3.8x zoom lens including a panning option. Canon's face detection technology identifies subjects for proper exposure and focus, perfect for group portraits. The SD870 IS also includes a VGA video recording mode with sound and a variety of shooting modes including underwater for use with Canon�s underwater housing and stitch assist for creating panoramic photos with multiple images. The SD870 IS will be available beginning in September 2007 with black or silver detailing and an MSRP of $399.99.

Slowest Shutter Speed		15



Fastest Shutter Speed		1600



Screen Size		3 in



Screen Resolution		230,000



Screen Type		LCD



Maximum ISO		1600



Widest Focal Length		28 mm



Longest Focal Length		105 mm



Maximum Aperture		f/2.8



Zoom		3.8



Video Resolution		Up to 640x480



Video Frames per second		30



Battery		Rechargeable Lithium-ion



Battery Life		Approx. 270 shots



Width		3.65 in



Height		2.32 in



Depth		1.02 in



Weight		5.5 oz



Release Date		September 2007



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User Reviews

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RATINGS		AVERAGE RATINGS
Overall quality	9
Ease of use	9
Fit and finish	10
Click-to-click speed	9
Display quality	10
Flash quality	9
Image quality	10
Overall value	8
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