Canon PowerShot SD1300IS vs. Canon PowerShot 780IS Canon PowerShot SD1300IS vs. Canon PowerShot 780ISDecisions... Decisions! I have been trying to decide between these two cameras for weeks. Everyday shots, low-light. I currently have a Kodak camera that takes horrible pictures. Any help is much appreciated :) Thank you! Canon PowerShot SD1300IS vs. Canon PowerShot 780IS Canon PowerShot SD1300IS vs. Canon PowerShot 780ISDecisions... Decisions! I have been trying to decide between these two cameras for... » Read More Canon PowerShot SD1300IS vs. Canon PowerShot 780IS Canon PowerShot SD1300IS vs. Canon PowerShot 780ISDecisions... Decisions! I have been trying to decide between these two cameras for weeks. Everyday shots, low-light. I currently have a Kodak camera that takes horrible pictures. Any help is much appreciated :) Thank you! « Show Less
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I was just comparing those today.I ended up going with the SD780 because a) my boyfriend has one and i like the pictures that come out of it... and b) there just were so few comments for the SD1300 ... I figured if it were a great camera, there would be more people buying it.
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I was deciding between these two myself last week. I ended up going with the 780is because of the high def video as well as the inclusion of the viewfinder - which is small, but useful when you're running low on battery and still need to take pics. I just got the camera on Friday and have been taking tons of photos and they are brilliantl! I love it!
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Anybody have any other comments about which of these 2 cameras to buy? Thanks!!!!
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the 1300 and the 1400 just came out... there will be a ton of comments on them soon
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I am having the SAME problem ... I did all this research and determined that the 880IS was the camera for me. And I saw a number of posts indicating that people were paying around two fifty for it. And now ... I cannot find it ANYWHERE!! Does anyone know if it is discontinued or replaced by a newer model?
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Actually I had just spoken with Canon and asked this question. Jennifer in customer support said that the 780 had the option for HD video and also had several shooting modes that were preprogrammed. She also said the SD1200 was being phased out for the SD1300, which has 4X zoom and a larger screen but no optical viewfinder.
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I'm also trying to decide if the Canon XS or XSI is right for me. I own the original 6.1mp Canon digital Rebel slr and am wondering if now is a good time to upgrade? I used to shoot primarily landscapes while traveling, but am doing more portraits now that I have kids. The Digic III processor definitely caught my attention, but I'm wondering how much of a difference in the cameras will I notice?
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I am not real happy with the Kodak. Their older models are better. Thinking of returning and getting the FugiFilm s5200 Better report with PC World. check out the canon ratings on this website. www.pcworld.com
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I think the 870IS's shutter speed is also a bit faster and more responsive between shots than the 800IS. Also, the 870IS is about 1/8 inch slimmer than the 800IS and a few ounces lighter. Image quality would be about the same but the extra 1 megapixel difference is significant for large photo developers. Also, the black version of the 870IS offers MMC compatibility in addition to SD/SDHC which may be important for select few people who has a few MMC cards lying around.
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my Kodak Z812S...and even my old Kodak DX7630 take better pictures than the Fuji S1800. My first digital was a Fuji with 3.2 mp and it was a honey! Since then, two more Kodaks (as mentioned previously) one Sony (which is purse-sized and the pix are okay...it's just so I always have a camera on me) and the Fuji S1800. I have about 120 out of 200 or so that are great pictures from Hawaii; and maybe 80 - 100 more from various events and locations. My Eastern Europe shots were not what I hoped for, but editing helped a lot. I'm online now to order the Z981 and will probably post my opinion of the results. With all that said...I'd suggest you go with the Kodak.
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Thank you, Ellen. Your information is helpful. I'm probably going to go for the Canon 810 instead of the 600. With your and MLipenk's feedback, I believe I can now move forward on this with confidence.
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I've been waiting for this camera to be released here in the US but after researching it I'm thinking that the SX10IS will be better for photos (in the superzoom group that is). Here's a link for an in depth review (which does not include the RAW feature since it has not been released yet). http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Canon_PowerShot_SX1_IS/
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Looking at the Sony and the Powershot myself - Looks like the Sony excels in speed of taking pictures but has less of a zoom and canon has a better viewfinder and takes an add on flash- maybe someone could comment on the quality of photos and other features...
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Hi, Douglas! I saw what you discussed about the lances and the whole camera and I want to ask you if you have any experiance with Nikon Coolpix 5700 (I have that one) and how is it against Canon DigitalRebel XT? Is it much more I'll "earn" if I switch to Canon? Thank you in advance!Ivan Hristov, Houston, TX
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I recommend the Canon A720IS !!!!! My pet pictures are breathtaking (IMO) and I'll put a couple up to prove it! (If I can figure out how)
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I haven't tried the A720IS (I assume that's the one you're looking at) but a quick glance at the specs and photos leads me to believe the Powershot SX100IS is easier to control, i.e. it's easier to use manual settings and control the flash. (I always had problems with compact cameras where the flash would go off when I didn't want it, and when I thought I had it turned off. With the SX100IS the flash doesn't go off unless you actually lift it up, so there is no problem with accidental flash. This suits my needs, but might not be important to you.) Both cameras have a similar sensor, both use SD cards, both use 2 AA batteries, and the size and weight are not all that different. Both have face detection and image stabilization, though it's important to consider how important these features are and how easy they are to turn on/off when you need them. Both cameras have a 2.5" screen. The biggest difference I can see, aside from the layout of the controls, is the zoom, and this is a pretty big deal to many people. The A270IS has a 6x zoom, which is already twice the zoom of an average compact camera, but the SX100IS has a 10x zoom which really makes a difference. My dad uses this camera and on a recent family trip he was getting similar shots using the 10x zoom as I was getting on my DSLR with a 300mm lens! So you get a lot more freedom from the longer zoom, and it is ideal for shooting wildlife. I believe the only thing the A720IS can do that the SX100IS cannot is use lens adapters. If this is a concern for you, then you'll want to stick with the A720IS. Otherwise, I highly recommend the SX100IS, but try to test both cameras at your local store even if you plan on purchasing them from Amazon (which I also recommend).
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The viewfinder on the 780is is a joke. It's SO tiny. I feel like an absolute moron trying to use it. Otherwise, LOVE the camera.I'm getting a camera for my friend for her birthday, and the 940is is the easy choice for me.
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CNET just reviewed the new 890, and they seem to prefer the 850. http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/canon-powershot-sd890-is/4505-6501_7-32896596.html?tag=prod.txt.1 I was at the same point as you, and will be interested to hear what others think.
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I also read through some reviews before settling on the SD780 but my general impression is that the SD780 takes somewhat better pictures due to better hardware specs and software. However the bigger factors for me were the smaller size and HD video as well as the fact that the customer sample images on Amazon just had more pictures of the type I was looking for (dark environment) on the SD780 as opposed to the SD1200. Barring any way of direct comparison, your choice should be based on whether you feel the difference in price is worth the: HD video, smaller size (not always a positive for some people), and potentially better performance. You should also try holding them in a store if possible because for me I noticed 1) SD780 has a softer zoom lever, 2) the optical viewfinder on the SD780 seems easier for me to use despite that it's on the smaller of the two units, and 3) the SD1200 does feel somewhat more comfortable to hold due to its slightly bigger size. Good luck.
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Funny, I was just looking at the two cameras myself and ended up purchasing the SD880IS.The SD880IS is slimmer (0.9 vs. 1.1) and has a bigger LCD screen (3.0 vs. 2.5). Granted, the SD880IS gives up a little in terms of optical zoom (4.0 vs 5.0) but that's the price you pay for having a slim compact camera. I wanted something above the run of the mill 3x optical zoom cameras out there and the 4x SD880IS fits the bill, even if I had to pay $50 extra over the price of the SD890IS. And FYI, the SD880IS is a newer camera, hence the "better" DIGIC 4 Image Processor over the SD890IS's DIGIC III Image Processor. Funny, I was just looking at the two cameras myself and ended up purchasing the SD880IS.The SD880IS is slimmer (0.9 vs. 1.1) and has a bigger LCD screen (3.0 vs. 2.5). Granted, the SD880IS gives up a little in terms of optical zoom (4.0 vs 5.0) but that's the price you pay for having a slim compact camera. I wanted something above the run of the mill 3x optical zoom cameras out there and the 4x SD880IS fits the bill, even if I had to pay $50 extra over the price of the SD890IS. And FYI, the SD880IS is a newer camera, hence the "better" DIGIC 4 Image... » Read More Funny, I was just looking at the two cameras myself and ended up purchasing the SD880IS.The SD880IS is slimmer (0.9 vs. 1.1) and has a bigger LCD screen (3.0 vs. 2.5). Granted, the SD880IS gives up a little in terms of optical zoom (4.0 vs 5.0) but that's the price you pay for having a slim compact camera. I wanted something above the run of the mill 3x optical zoom cameras out there and the 4x SD880IS fits the bill, even if I had to pay $50 extra over the price of the SD890IS. And FYI, the SD880IS is a newer camera, hence the "better" DIGIC 4 Image Processor over the SD890IS's DIGIC III Image Processor. « Show Less