sd940is vs sd1400is? Is the 1400 worth the slightly higher price?
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They seem to be essentially the same camera and will take photos of similar quality. I would be guided by price...buy whichever one you can get at the best price.
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Like everyone else has said, they are essentially the same camera. The deciding factor for me was the underwater housings available for them. I love Canon elph cameras for scuba diving, they sure beat the heck out of other bulky alternatives. The housing for the 940 is far superior to the one for the 1400. Canon tried to introduce a new type of housing for the 1400 that limits the functionality of the camera while underwater and is more prone to flooding. The 940 housing is tried and true, giving you full functionality. You can buy an Ikelite housing for the 1400 that is better, but still not as good as the Canon housing for the 940. For most people this probably isn't an issue, but was huge for me. Like everyone else has said, they are essentially the same camera. The deciding factor for me was the underwater housings available for them. I love Canon elph cameras for scuba diving, they sure beat the heck out of other bulky alternatives. The housing for the 940 is far superior to the one for the 1400. Canon tried to introduce a new type of housing for the 1400 that limits the functionality of the camera while underwater and is more prone to flooding. The 940 housing is tried and true, giving you full functionality. You can buy an Ikelite housing for the 1400 that is better, but still... » Read More Like everyone else has said, they are essentially the same camera. The deciding factor for me was the underwater housings available for them. I love Canon elph cameras for scuba diving, they sure beat the heck out of other bulky alternatives. The housing for the 940 is far superior to the one for the 1400. Canon tried to introduce a new type of housing for the 1400 that limits the functionality of the camera while underwater and is more prone to flooding. The 940 housing is tried and true, giving you full functionality. You can buy an Ikelite housing for the 1400 that is better, but still not as good as the Canon housing for the 940. For most people this probably isn't an issue, but was huge for me. « Show Less
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Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the improvement in smartphone cameras has caused Canon to lower its prices to compete. Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the... » Read More Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the improvement in smartphone cameras has caused Canon to lower its prices to compete. « Show Less
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I bought the Xsi and then took it back and got the D90. All I can say is that, although I liked the Xsi, i am super happy with my decision to get the D90. I can't think of a better balance of quality and price. I shot my first wedding this weekend and the pictures were phenomenal. Good luck.
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Dpreview.com has some interesting comparison of the SD700 vs the 800. By the picture and the review, it looks like the 700IS beats the 800 hands-down on quality. I have the 700IS and the only complaint I have is that the movie mode uses up way too much filespace (ie, the movies are too big). Other than that, this is a great camera.
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I am wondering the same thing.I chose the SD4500 over the S95 because it has HD 1920x 1080 Full HD movie and because it has a 10x zoom lens..If anyone can point out why I should have went with the S95 instead please let me know.
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Well, the main advantage for me is that the 1800 can print on roll paper so one can do panoramics or smaller prints on roll paper, whereas, the 1400 will not. The price of the ink for the 1400 is more expensive (e.g., $6,534 per gallon) compared to the 1800 (only $4,053 per gallon). You thought gasoline was expensive. I suspect the 1400 will make better prints on glossy paper and the 1800 will make better prints on matte paper. There are a few other differences that are not important to me. Cheers.
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To all, I ended up buying this. The SD600K listed is here is definitely a US model. On the downside, I bought this on 12/9 for 499 and just 10 days later it is 399. So, bad for me, good for you I guess.
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I own the older sd700is and it is a great little camera. I really don't think you can go wrong with any of the digital elphs.If I were to replace it today I would get the sd880is because of the wide angle lens.
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I was in the same dilemma when these two products were announced. In the end I bought both and tried out... and finally returned the 4500 and kept the S95. I really liked the better PQ, wider lens, more powerful flash, and better low light performance of S95 over 4500.
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I can't compare the two, but reviews I read indicated specs for the 140 were better at the edges. I bought the 140 several months ago, and am very pleased with quality and speed.
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Best way to understand the models is to check the Canon website. They don't go up numerically (i.e. the SD790 is 2008 while the SD790 is 2009). For your choices, they all feature the Digic 4 (faster speeds, better low light). Per Consumer Reports, they rank SD880, SD1200, and SD780. The SD880 is EXTREMELY hard to find while the other two are relatively easy. The SD780 does Hi Res movies while the SD1200 and SD880 do not. Price-wise, the SD1200 is $230+, the SD880 is $270+, and the SD780 is $280+. Each camera takes GREAT pictures. Check out flikr and you can do a camera sort to view the kind of images that come off these cameras. The biggest factor, personally, is the ability to take Hi Res movies and that's why I've leaned towards the SD780.
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I have an SD 800is and really like it. It takes great pictures. I have taken over 1000 during the last year. The wide angle lens is a must have. The LCD display really works good too. One of the reasons I bought it was for the optical view finder. Because the display is so good even on bright days, I have never used it. Older digital cameras with less brightness required the optical view finder. I really don't see much of a reason to for it on the cameras.If I were going to buy another new camera this year I'd get the SD 870is. It is a newer design and has some improvements. I think you should by the best camera you can. If dpreview thinks it's a better camera, I'd bet that it really is. I have an SD 800is and really like it. It takes great pictures. I have taken over 1000 during the last year. The wide angle lens is a must have. The LCD display really works good too. One of the reasons I bought it was for the optical view finder. Because the display is so good even on bright days, I have never used it. Older digital cameras with less brightness required the optical view finder. I really don't see much of a reason to for it on the cameras.If I were going to buy another new camera this year I'd get the SD 870is. It is a newer design and has some improvements. I... » Read More I have an SD 800is and really like it. It takes great pictures. I have taken over 1000 during the last year. The wide angle lens is a must have. The LCD display really works good too. One of the reasons I bought it was for the optical view finder. Because the display is so good even on bright days, I have never used it. Older digital cameras with less brightness required the optical view finder. I really don't see much of a reason to for it on the cameras.If I were going to buy another new camera this year I'd get the SD 870is. It is a newer design and has some improvements. I think you should by the best camera you can. If dpreview thinks it's a better camera, I'd bet that it really is. « Show Less
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It seems like the SD-60K is better for someone without a powerful PC for doing the editing?? This is my dilemma:(
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Did you decide? If not take a look at the SD700 IS. The size is in between the two you are looking at. There is plus and minus with everything.
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Both are great cameras but I'd give the edge to Canon right now. Read a detailed review for each at http://www.dpreview.com/
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I've owned the 1400 IS for 8 months now, and have been dissapointed. Photos are not consistent, and not crisp. In fact, I regret buying the 1400 IS and in hindsight would have opted for the S90/S95.
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In a nutshell, the 40D is a bit more rugged and has a faster 6.5 frames per second burst rate compared to the Xsi's 3.5 fps. The Xsi's construction and burst rate are still quite respectable and may be quite adequate for your applications. Spending a bit more on a lens such as a fast f2.8 telephoto lens (necessary for freezing action in bad light) vs. the camera body will probably make a much bigger difference in your results.
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i think s95 is compelling if u want better pictures and control. since s95 has the bigger sensor (better pictures) and the PASM (better control). but really, the 4000 is a true P&S wif some kick-ass hardware baked in.