SD850 vs SD800 It seems that SD850 is an improved version of SD800. SD850 has an 8M CCD and an improved face-detection tech with red-eye correction tech, while SD800 has a 7.1M one. However SD850 does not equip with a wide-angle lens. SD800's wide-angle lens is roughly equivalent to a 28-105mm, while the SD850 is roughly 35-140mm. So it's really hard to decide which one to buy while the prices are similar. Can everybody give me some precious advice on this? SD850 vs SD800 It seems that SD850 is an improved version of SD800. SD850 has an 8M CCD and an improved face-detection tech with red-eye correction tech, while SD800 has a 7.1M one. However SD850... » Read More SD850 vs SD800 It seems that SD850 is an improved version of SD800. SD850 has an 8M CCD and an improved face-detection tech with red-eye correction tech, while SD800 has a 7.1M one. However SD850 does not equip with a wide-angle lens. SD800's wide-angle lens is roughly equivalent to a 28-105mm, while the SD850 is roughly 35-140mm. So it's really hard to decide which one to buy while the prices are similar. Can everybody give me some precious advice on this? « Show Less
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Did either of you consider the 900 Titanium? It seems like a nice camera at the same price. Thoughts?
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Hi everybody!DO you think that the image stabilizer in both cameras (800 and 850) are the same? In Brazil, the prices are lowest to buy SD800 IS, but this resoruce is very important to my job. So, if it´s better in SD850 IS.... Could you help de to decide?Tks, Arnaldo.
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I was looking at them both and decided on the 850 some of the new features won out and it still does well with out the wide lens because it lets you combined images right in the camera to give the same effect. Also the 850 was on sale at bestbuy.com today for 248. Also battery life is better with the 850.
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Hello,The SD850 is the upgrade of the SD700 hence the 35-140mm. While, the SD870 is the upgrade of the SD800 both have 28-105mm. See the SD850 review here for more details: http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_sd850-review/index.shtml
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Go with the 850. I have the 860 and from a distance of 10 feet you will not be able to tell the difference between red and blue. It's all a marketing ploy to gain a couple of extra bucks from you under the smoke and mirror extended warranty haze. Save your money. There is no difference between the 850 and 860 in terms of picture quality and that is what you should be paying your hard earned cash for. 850 vs 860...both are exceptional sets. Enjoy!
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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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This model is an improvement to the SDR-H18 and is still priced comparatively. I think Amazon.com made a mistake. It is listed on Bestbuy.com as a ccd.
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The difference is that the first one has memory card slot only, the second one has memory card slot plus additional internal memory in the camera itself. There are no difference between these two models in terms of the other technical and optical specifications.
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Look up "Imaging Resource" website. There is a very cool "Comparometer" (look on the left side, "Compare Sample Images). I, too, am trying to decide between the ZS7 and the HX5V. My biggest beef (in particular, with the Fuji F80, which I returned), is with over-processed images wiping out facial tone. I'm worried the Sony does that a bit, but it seems to retain some of the Fuji's low light magic. It's a shame the ZS7 went up on megapixels and therefore lost resolution in processing out noise. (Compare the house photos between the two on the Comparometer. The ZS3 clearly wins. Look up "Imaging Resource" website. There is a very cool "Comparometer" (look on the left side, "Compare Sample Images). I, too, am trying to decide between the ZS7 and the HX5V. My biggest beef (in particular, with the Fuji F80, which I returned), is with over-processed images wiping out facial tone. I'm worried the Sony does that a bit, but it seems to retain some of the Fuji's low light magic. It's a shame the ZS7 went up on megapixels and therefore lost resolution in processing out noise. (Compare the house photos between the two on the Comparometer. The ZS3... » Read More Look up "Imaging Resource" website. There is a very cool "Comparometer" (look on the left side, "Compare Sample Images). I, too, am trying to decide between the ZS7 and the HX5V. My biggest beef (in particular, with the Fuji F80, which I returned), is with over-processed images wiping out facial tone. I'm worried the Sony does that a bit, but it seems to retain some of the Fuji's low light magic. It's a shame the ZS7 went up on megapixels and therefore lost resolution in processing out noise. (Compare the house photos between the two on the Comparometer. The ZS3 clearly wins. « Show Less
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The b8500 has local dimming LED's whereas the b8000 is edgelit with LED's. The local dimming allows for deeper blacks and better overall picture quality. In my humble opinion the local dimming is fantastic but with a 1300 price difference right now its just not worth it to most people.
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I think you may be right Pablo. I did receive my SD750 and to my huge disappointment, the screen is very blurry. I think it's defective but if it's not, this sucks. I'm going to exchange for the SD800. The SD800 has everything I need. The SD870 just has higher MP but I don't care about that.
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Thanks, KS, for commenting about the similarities in the specs. I'm trying to decide between an 850/860 and a 750. And I gotta tell you ... in the store today, the picture on 8's sure seemed crisper and more 3-dimensional than on the 750. The 750 was outstanding, no question! But the 8-series took what I might call depth-of-field to a much higher level. But I don't value the thinness of the 8's, and I don't care about the sound (separate amp, etc). The prices are about the same (for my purposes). I just want the best picture, and the 8's looked better. Can you help me to understand why the 8's might have looked better to me? Thanks, KS, for commenting about the similarities in the specs. I'm trying to decide between an 850/860 and a 750. And I gotta tell you ... in the store today, the picture on 8's sure seemed crisper and more 3-dimensional than on the 750. The 750 was outstanding, no question! But the 8-series took what I might call depth-of-field to a much higher level. But I don't value the thinness of the 8's, and I don't care about the sound (separate amp, etc). The prices are about the same (for my purposes). I just want the best picture, and the 8's looked better. Can you help me to understand why the... » Read More Thanks, KS, for commenting about the similarities in the specs. I'm trying to decide between an 850/860 and a 750. And I gotta tell you ... in the store today, the picture on 8's sure seemed crisper and more 3-dimensional than on the 750. The 750 was outstanding, no question! But the 8-series took what I might call depth-of-field to a much higher level. But I don't value the thinness of the 8's, and I don't care about the sound (separate amp, etc). The prices are about the same (for my purposes). I just want the best picture, and the 8's looked better. Can you help me to understand why the 8's might have looked better to me? « Show Less
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http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon_Coolpix_S8000-vs-Nikon_Coolpix_S8100 http://www.imaging-resource.com/NEWS/1283918475.html http://www.infosyncworld.com/reviews/digital-cameras/nikon-coolpix-s8100/11326.html Seems the major upgrade is to the sensor, allowing for improved low-light pictures. I'm looking forward to getting this one as well.
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Thanks for the reply. According to CNET, the shutter speeds are comparable. In addition, the cameras weigh about the same (I think one weights about 5.6 oz and the other 5.8 oz) so there is a few tenths of an ounce difference. Since I'm mostly a 4x6 or occasional 5x7 type of person, is there a difference to me at that print size between the two cameras? The price gap between the cameras is closing, so really the main feature difference for me is the optical viewfinder. And, I'm wondering if the "step ups" in the SD870 are worth it. Thanks again. Thanks for the reply. According to CNET, the shutter speeds are comparable. In addition, the cameras weigh about the same (I think one weights about 5.6 oz and the other 5.8 oz) so there is a few tenths of an ounce difference. Since I'm mostly a 4x6 or occasional 5x7 type of person, is there a difference to me at that print size between the two cameras? The price gap between the cameras is closing, so really the main feature difference for me is the optical viewfinder. And, I'm wondering if the "step ups" in the SD870 are worth it. Thanks again.
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From what I have read, and I have read about this camcorder and the TM700 & TM900 extensively, is that the low light is slightly poorer than the TM700. I imagine it has to do with it not have the same 3CCD sensor setup with seperate Red,Green and Blue sensors, it has a single sensor "MOS" setup. It is good in low light, especially in it's price range, it is one of the best just not quite as good as the TM700 or the TM900. For a step down from the TM900 (that's VERY expensive) you can also look at the SD800. It has almost all the same features and the same 3CCD setup, but just lacks a few of the features. Actually after looking at the product description on another page it seems I was correct, an excerpt is below: "The HDC-TM700K uses three separate "MOS" sensors for video that approaches professional quality. The sensors process reds, greens, and blues separately, for color reproduction that's vibrant and true-to-life. The sensors also capture images in lower light conditions better than regular CCD sensors, so you get better detail in shots taken in dim settings."
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I didn't see any difference. I am very happy with mine, it woulds like I believe it should. There was only one issue with the viewfinder which in my opinion become too easily detached, but I am sure that's only my model. I would say do more research on this 1d in comparison to others. You can always buy and return it to if you don't mind spending a few bucks on shipping it back if you don't like it.
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I tried the sd800is, sd900, sd1000 out in the store and you could see that the IS was better to have than not have especially when trying to zoom it helps it the camera extremly steady. It will also help taking pictures of moving objects and just in general when getting ready to take a shot help keep the camera straight so you can easily shot when the opportunity arises. However I have decided to go with the SD850is because the wide angle lens on compact cameras is still not perfect because the sharpness and softness of picutres is to great compared to a normal sized lenses.
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Hi Ram, I was also undecided between a Sony and a Canon. I went with a Canon and I am very happy. I used to have a Sony Cybershot and was generally happy. I am much more happy know with the quality and built of my Canon SD1000. I checked expert reviews before buying my camera. In this case, it seems that the SD1000 is better rated than the Sony DSC-W80. Here are some links to reviews and a summary of expert ratings: Canon SD1000: http://www.smartratings.com/review/photography/digital_cameras/1144 Sony DSC-W80: http://www.smartratings.com/review/photography/digital_cameras/1323
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I've had my SD900 for two years. For most of that time I've wished I had gone with the SD800 for the wider angle lens and image stabilization; my next pocket digi may go as far as 24mm.
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To my knowledge, the only difference is color. Since it is the same model, I doubt Nikon made any other significant changes.