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 weighed this decision and bought the 780. Now I wish I had bought the sd1300 because the video does not play back well on my computer. Apparently my 1 year-old dell laptop's Intel Core (TM)2Duo CPU @1.5GHz isn't powerful enough? And with just the slightest movement of a subject or background, the pictures are unbelievably blurry. I'm surprised at how different this camera is from my old(er) powershot sd600! If only that camera hadn't dropped and broken, I'd prefer it...
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The web site http://www.digitalcamerareview.com has reviews of both the SD1200 and the SD780 that include pictures taken in low light at various ISO settings. Both cameras do much better than my current Canon (an SD300), but while the SD1200 goes grainy at high ISO, the SD780 goes kind of soft-focus. It's odd-looking to me and I prefer the look of the SD1200. I assume (dangerous, yes) that the SD1300 is similar to the 1200, so I decided to order the SD1300 with the 1X zoom bump-up.
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The folks who test cameras can find differences between models. In "real life", if you are comparing normal size prints, it would be difficult to see differences in photos taken with any model of Canon camera sold between 2005 and 2011 in the "Under $250" price range. The key to high quality results is understanding how to use the camera, knowing how to set ISO levels, exposure levels, adjust contrast, adjust sharpness, etc. Any $100 or $200 Canon can produce great photos or terrible photos...the key is studying the full owners' manual and learning how to use the camera.
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Yes... I'm very happy with the sp570 that I'm using right now, which includes RAW and RAW+JPEG shooting, as well as a hot shoe. I was hoping Olympus would include a rotating LCD after Canon's new model. That would have been nice. I'm upgrading to an SLR shortly, but the specs on this are worth a second glance. 26x... wow. The Bird-Watching mode also appeals to me as a wildlife photographer, although I'm not sure how exactly it would work. I know the smile shot option on the 570 is utterly useless. But the predecessor, although much maligned, is a fantastic camera, so I guess we'll have to see.
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I would call Canon and bitch them out. Sadly, it seems like all the manufacturer are doing the same thing and I think it's a crock. Who wants to sit at the PC and read what I heard is a 96 page manual with COPY stamped on it. I was going to buy the 20is and found out there was no manual. I don't have to have a Canon for a P&S;, I would rather find one with a manual, which I haven't yet.
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I've also heard that the 870 has better picture stablization. I'm disappointed that the comparison chart on Canon.com does not identify the differences very well. I'm struggling with the same question between the 2 cameras.
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Get the elph 330.. i bought the elph 130 at christmas (already own 2 elph 110 cameras which are excellent-much better than the 130). anyway, returned the elph 130 pics were noisy, lighting not good. just got the elph 330 in pink and its fantastic. was going to get the newer elph 340 but reviews from tech sites were not good. the elph 330 is a great camera
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Good to read: http://www.pocket-lint.com/review/124220-canon-powershot-s120-review http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon-PowerShot-S120-vs-Canon-Powershot-S110
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Don't have any S-series cameras, but as a general comparison to the other Canon PowerShot cameras we have used in the $250-300 range I would say Canon has a better charger, better focusing for outdoors (P340 seems to try to focus on leaves when trying to take a photo of a building), similar battery life, and worse flash re-charge time. The Canon might be better on shutter release lag and simplicity of controls.
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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'm also trying to decide between the SD850 and SD750...I prefer the S850 features, but this camera is so much thicker (1.04" vs 0.77"), and I was looking for a thin camera. The dimensions are on Canon's website...have you physically seen the two cameras and can you confirm the difference in thickness? I was curious that you did not mention...perhaps it's not as different as I think?
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If you have 2 choices, then you must go and try both cameras and try to choose by what you feel. I have the Canon, its my 3rd G series (had the 9 and 11, among 6 or 7 other cameras) and overall its an amazing camera, really. Very VERY quick, with is something that can really make a differnece when hunting for that special pic. Nothing to envy in luminosity to the best reflex out there, it takes pictures with low light that are incredible for the size and price of this machine. And my favourite! the slow motion video recorder, great adition and lots of fun there. The wifi? never used it, yet!
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I would recommend a sony camera. Have had four of them and they are great. I take more than 10,000 photos a year and am sorry I bought a canon. Thought quality would be universal in all cameras. I was wrong.
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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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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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I'm trying to decide whether to go with either the 800IS, 850IS, or the Sony DSC-T100. I guess pic quality is the most important, and I usually trust Canon images above all others in this class....but I really love the size and design of the Sony, especially the sliding lens cover which powers it up. Anyone have an opinion?
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You need to check out this website: http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_s2-review/ this guy is incredible in his reviews. I personally have used the S1IS and the S2IS (my dad and brother bought the upgrade) and you can truly put it at 0cm and take an in focus picture. Hope this helps!
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Thanks Technology Guy...I have one more question since you guys know what you are talking about. I was just reading a lot of great reviews about the Canon PowerShot S90, it sells for the same price of the new Sony so price wouldn't be an issue. I'm just wondering from the Sony HX5V or the Canon PowerShot which one will be a better buy.
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I have a Lumix DMC-FZ18 and a Canon SX10. I wanted to buy a camera that was a little better than the FZ18 and wait a little longer for a DSLR. Picture quality on the Canon is not as good as the Lumix. Image stabalization on the Lumix is also noticably better. I have already taken over 300 photos of the same scene with both cameras for comparison. I should have upgraded to the Panasonic DMC-FZ28 as it is getting great reviews from everyone on the web.