canon SD770 or 880? what is the difference besides price?
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SD880 is mostly an upgrade of features that the 770 has. SD 880 has a 3" TFT-LCD screen (vs. 2.5") and 4x optical zoom (vs. 3x). Note that the compensation for the larger LCD is the lack of viewfinder. The highest shutter speed goes to 1/1600 (vs. 1/1500), and the flash range is a couple feet deeper. You can compare the full list of specs from the Canon site: SD880 - http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=145&modelid=17626#ModelTechSpecsAct SD770 - http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=145&modelid=16722#ModelTechSpecsAct
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I went with the 8800 v th Epson v500. It has the LED lightbar - same. That's the major upgrade from the 8600 as far as I can tell. The deciding factor was poor software reviews for the Epson bundle. My profession is end-user software development. There's no way I want to deal with someone's poor UI or feature set or compatibility issues. I just want to scan my family photos. I own the full Photoshop CS so I can basically clean up anything. My guess is for the average user there should be no marked difference between the scratch and dust removal capabilities or the scan densities or lightbar output. Ease of use pays off every time you start the thing up. Hope this helps. I went with the 8800 v th Epson v500. It has the LED lightbar - same. That's the major upgrade from the 8600 as far as I can tell. The deciding factor was poor software reviews for the Epson bundle. My profession is end-user software development. There's no way I want to deal with someone's poor UI or feature set or compatibility issues. I just want to scan my family photos. I own the full Photoshop CS so I can basically clean up anything. My guess is for the average user there should be no marked difference between the scratch and dust removal capabilities or the scan densities or lightbar... » Read More I went with the 8800 v th Epson v500. It has the LED lightbar - same. That's the major upgrade from the 8600 as far as I can tell. The deciding factor was poor software reviews for the Epson bundle. My profession is end-user software development. There's no way I want to deal with someone's poor UI or feature set or compatibility issues. I just want to scan my family photos. I own the full Photoshop CS so I can basically clean up anything. My guess is for the average user there should be no marked difference between the scratch and dust removal capabilities or the scan densities or lightbar output. Ease of use pays off every time you start the thing up. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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No, I can't argue with that and now i see it's down to 119. I'd still probably go with the A570IS for 198 though over this tempting deal. It has the Image Stabilization, upgraded Digic III and you get a 2GB card included for the next week or so which essentially knocks 20 bucks off the price.
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I am not sure about the navigation stuff but what I most like about 880IS is Image Quality, zoom in Video mode, Positive user reviews and Brand Name i.e. Canon.
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Yes, there is a difference. SDHC is a slightly newer specification. Right now, it is for 4GB and 8GB only. The Very Newest cameras will state specifically DS and/or SDHC, but others that may turn out to support it didn't list it in their marketing materials like this camera. It is not on Kodak's web site, but if you google SDHC Z712IS you will see some photo forums where 'experts' say it does. Note also that Amazon (search it) sells a Kodak Accessory kit with case, card reader, SDHC card, that says it is for the Z712IS. Buyer Beware, but at least with Amazon, returns are not a problem in worst case, especially when info comes from own web site. Also search for these three words in google - shamino's dealtime z712is - and this person says they use all the time. Finally Sandisk.com has a technical PDF write-up on the differences. This is a great camera!
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So that's why I can't find it! Hmmmm. I had it on my SD1000 and it was a fun feature. So, the SD780 has it? I hate to spend $44 more if there aren't any other significant upgraded features. I know there is HD video. I'll have to rethink this! :)
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This appears to be due to a change in the standard used to make speed measurements (which are notoriously useless for printer comparisons). Canon is now using ISO/IEC FCD 24734 for the 860, while the 850 was measured using "conventional PPM", whatever that is. Maybe the new ISO standard will be more useful for comparisons.
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Besides the obvious that the SD800 is approx. 7.4MP and the 700 is 6.2MP, the SD800 also has a 3.8x Wide Zoom lens whereas the SD700 has 4x zoom lens. The SD800 also accepts SDHC Memory cards. The SD800 IMO is the way to go.
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I have been tossing and turning over this very same dilema. After MUCH research, I have settled on the sd800 for the following reasons: #1- The .28 wide angle lens (great to have indoors and for group shots!!) #2- 7.1mp is PLENTY! Don't get up in the more mp is more trap! It just slows down picture taking, transferring and printing. Unless you are literally making posters, it is impossible to distinguish any difference between 7mp and 8mp. #3- The 2.5" screen looks huge in person, but the 3" (which I thought I wanted) leaves no room for your right thumb. This might sound stupid, but I've held both cameras, and it felt like I had to really work to keep my thumb off of that 3" screen (again, avoid the "more is more" draw). These, along with the price were enough to tip the scale for me. Hope this helps!
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The SD3500is is a superb camera, but for panoramic images, they only offer photo stiching for this model. However, the Sony TX7 or TX 9 have superb and easy to access total paroramic imaging. The Sony TX7 compared to the Canon SD3500is are both excellent cameras. However, the Sony TX 7 has the new CMOS (low light sensor) and is even more compact than even the Canon SD3500is. There is no lens that extends on the Sony either. But the Canon offers tap viewing which when in the viewing mode is a nice feature . Either camera (which I own both of the mentioned) are excellent cameras.
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Mine came with a 32 GBToshiba SDHC i. The card says 30MB/s, although I dont know what that actually means. The card cartridge that comes with the extras package is also cool, although I still find a standard USB Camera cord to be the better method of uploading my pictures to computer. I'm a little leery of constantly pulling the memory card out of the camera and into the computer. I wish that Canon had included the USB cord with the camera. The extra battery with this package costs $60 on Canon site so this is a really good deal. And 32 gigs is a huge card. It's amazing how inexpensive memory has gotten over the past few years. Mine came with a 32 GBToshiba SDHC i. The card says 30MB/s, although I dont know what that actually means. The card cartridge that comes with the extras package is also cool, although I still find a standard USB Camera cord to be the better method of uploading my pictures to computer. I'm a little leery of constantly pulling the memory card out of the camera and into the computer. I wish that Canon had included the USB cord with the camera. The extra battery with this package costs $60 on Canon site so this is a really good deal. And 32 gigs is a huge card. It's amazing how inexpensive... » Read More Mine came with a 32 GBToshiba SDHC i. The card says 30MB/s, although I dont know what that actually means. The card cartridge that comes with the extras package is also cool, although I still find a standard USB Camera cord to be the better method of uploading my pictures to computer. I'm a little leery of constantly pulling the memory card out of the camera and into the computer. I wish that Canon had included the USB cord with the camera. The extra battery with this package costs $60 on Canon site so this is a really good deal. And 32 gigs is a huge card. It's amazing how inexpensive memory has gotten over the past few years. « Show Less
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Is your SD770 made in Japan? A friend of mine picked up the SD1100 and its made in China.Thank you.
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The Panasonic DMC-TZ3 has an amazing lens with not 6 but 10x zoom that starts at 28mm !However enlargements, especially at ISO over 100 have lower image quality on the Canon than the SD870 (I tried both cameras).For indoors/low light the Canon is better, however for outdoors with good light the Panasonic is your best choice if you have a need for the big zoom(to capture birds and such)
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I am considering the 880 / 770/ or 1100. Leaning to the 880- overall I think its a better value for vacations and everyday use. I went on the canon site and di t the product tour. No mention of a movie mode on the 880. I need that- in VGa. That will help my decision. Thanks
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I have two SB-910's, no problems. Much better refresh time than the SB-700 I have. I will keep up with the D800 fps with no problem.
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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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Every camera expert I've spoken with says to lean toward the SD 800. It offers great resolution and image stabilization, there is also a wide lens shot function. Unless you must have the 10.1 megapixels offered by the SD900, go with the SD800. However, it looks as though the 900 is cheaper than the 800 on Amazon.com. Good luck.