CANON SD880is vs. SD890is I am in the midst of trying purchase a NEW canon elph. I am replacing my SD400 ELPH which I love and for being 5mp take awesome pics !!! Never had a problem with my camera. My first question is which model is newer the 880 or 890 ? 2nd if the 890 is newer how come it only has a digic 3 processor vs the digic 4 in the 880is ? From all the reading I have done I can not see how the 890 is better than the 880 except for the 5x optical zoom vs the 4x on the 880is which doesnt really bother me. Now the 890 is about $50 less than the 880. I am just try to get the right camera before I go on vaction to VANCOUVER !!! WOO HOOO !!! Which camera truly overall is the better camera ? Any input is appreciated. Thanks. CANON SD880is vs. SD890is I am in the midst of trying purchase a NEW canon elph. I am replacing my SD400 ELPH which I love and for being 5mp take awesome pics !!! Never had a problem with my... » Read More CANON SD880is vs. SD890is I am in the midst of trying purchase a NEW canon elph. I am replacing my SD400 ELPH which I love and for being 5mp take awesome pics !!! Never had a problem with my camera. My first question is which model is newer the 880 or 890 ? 2nd if the 890 is newer how come it only has a digic 3 processor vs the digic 4 in the 880is ? From all the reading I have done I can not see how the 890 is better than the 880 except for the 5x optical zoom vs the 4x on the 880is which doesnt really bother me. Now the 890 is about $50 less than the 880. I am just try to get the right camera before I go on vaction to VANCOUVER !!! WOO HOOO !!! Which camera truly overall is the better camera ? Any input is appreciated. Thanks. « Show Less
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I went with the 880 for the same reasons as PitchBlk with the addition of the following:The 880 has a wider angle lens than the 890 - 28mm vs 37mm on the 890 - You do not need to back up so far for a family shot with the 880.The 880's digic 4 improves face detection - now will autofocus on a profile. The auto focus is servo controlled - focus is faster and keeps working between half click and image capture. The 880's movie mode uses better compression with same quality. The only things I like better about the 890 is 5X zoom and the view finder (the reason for the smaller screen).
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I'm considering the 880 but have seen mixed reviews regarding its slowness as well as low-light shots...can you share your thoughts? I want a camera that is ready to take a photo quickly (recovery time if you will) and also captures the image quickly (without being in sport or multi-shot mode)...would you recommend?
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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
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Anonymous is right, the SD1100is is being phased out because the SD1200is is replacing it. Don't get me wrong the 1100is is a great camera, I've had mine since October of last year and I love it, zero problems. The pros of the SD1200is are that it's cheap and takes great pictures. A bit more responsive than the 1100is. However, one con is that it's made in China, the 1100is was made in Japan. Forget about the 770, consider the 780, which is the newer model. Pros: very small, comes in many colors (4), tough metal body, made in Japan, and takes very nice pics and decent movie clips. Don't really know much about the 990 though. It is much bigger than the 1100, 1200, 770 and 780. What are you looking for in a point and shoot? Might help narrow down the choice for you. Hope this helps.
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I just replaced my SD870IS with a Canon S100 - a move up in price and features. I am still using my 870 for some work ( it's display has some dead spots).Thanks for the discussion.
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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 don't really know----I found some great camera review websites when I was deciding which SLR to choose. My favorite showed basically the same shot taken with multiple cameras. I had narrowed my choice down to 2 based on price and MPs (if I'm gonna do it, I might as well go with the 15.1) and I was delighted to find that I actually liked the pix taken with the less expensive one better. Bet you could find a similar site for p&s;, or start a discussion specifically about the best p&s; for motion shots. My Elph has a setting to take multiple shots, and I've gotten some great butterfly and bird photos---and a lot of lousy ones, too. Ya gotta LOVE digital!!! I don't really know----I found some great camera review websites when I was deciding which SLR to choose. My favorite showed basically the same shot taken with multiple cameras. I had narrowed my choice down to 2 based on price and MPs (if I'm gonna do it, I might as well go with the 15.1) and I was delighted to find that I actually liked the pix taken with the less expensive one better. Bet you could find a similar site for p&s;, or start a discussion specifically about the best p&s; for motion shots. My Elph has a setting to take multiple shots, and I've gotten some great butterfly and bird... » Read More I don't really know----I found some great camera review websites when I was deciding which SLR to choose. My favorite showed basically the same shot taken with multiple cameras. I had narrowed my choice down to 2 based on price and MPs (if I'm gonna do it, I might as well go with the 15.1) and I was delighted to find that I actually liked the pix taken with the less expensive one better. Bet you could find a similar site for p&s;, or start a discussion specifically about the best p&s; for motion shots. My Elph has a setting to take multiple shots, and I've gotten some great butterfly and bird photos---and a lot of lousy ones, too. Ya gotta LOVE digital!!! « Show Less
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Do you have olympus lenses or will this be your first slr? If it's your first I would say go with the 520 if you have the extra cash. I have the e 510 and use it for everything. I just used it for a wedding and the pictures were amazing! I would put the e-510 up against any other camera on the market in the under $1000 class. The 520 has some features that are tying to attract more point-n-shooters, like face detection with the live view. It also has upgrades that ofcourse we haven't seen so we won't know if they make a big enough difference. If you can wait get the 520, if not the e-510 with the 14-54 lens is a great combo, you can't go wrong with either one. Do you have olympus lenses or will this be your first slr? If it's your first I would say go with the 520 if you have the extra cash. I have the e 510 and use it for everything. I just used it for a wedding and the pictures were amazing! I would put the e-510 up against any other camera on the market in the under $1000 class. The 520 has some features that are tying to attract more point-n-shooters, like face detection with the live view. It also has upgrades that ofcourse we haven't seen so we won't know if they make a big enough difference. If you can wait get the 520, if not the e-510... » Read More Do you have olympus lenses or will this be your first slr? If it's your first I would say go with the 520 if you have the extra cash. I have the e 510 and use it for everything. I just used it for a wedding and the pictures were amazing! I would put the e-510 up against any other camera on the market in the under $1000 class. The 520 has some features that are tying to attract more point-n-shooters, like face detection with the live view. It also has upgrades that ofcourse we haven't seen so we won't know if they make a big enough difference. If you can wait get the 520, if not the e-510 with the 14-54 lens is a great combo, you can't go wrong with either one. « Show Less
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I am in the same boat, XSi or D90. Right now, I am leaning towards the Xsi, for around $650 at Amazon, this is a big savings, the camera was $900 in April. I would like the video option, and I believe that the Nikon will provide better detail in low light. However, I still am having a hard time justifying the extra, almost $600. I could almost buy another Xsi for that difference. I am not sure that the price difference is justified.
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I originally bought the Sony W90 based on specs. My first one was defective. It took pictures, but only the pictures in very bright light were acceptable. I exchanged for another W90 and although better, it still had VERY high levels of noise even with flash. I returned that one and bought a Canon 800IS. The Canon has taken EXCELLENT pictures even in low light. The image stabilization works well and the pictures taken with ISO 1600 are about the same noise level as the sony at 400 and 800 ISO. At 800 ISO the Canon produces better pictures than the Sony at 100 ISO. For my money...The Canon is better hands down.
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Just got back from an 8 day vacation in Southern CA using my new SD880is. Pictures came out sharp and NOT grainy. You'll be happy with the SD880is. I certainly am :) !
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There is no real difference betweeen the two, other than adding the newer digic 4 processor (replacing the older digic 3 processor on the SX110). I don't think this is worth a premium over the SX110. As already discussed in other discussion page, the sensor is slightly smaller (BAD!), and they upped the megapixel to 10 (up from 9 -- almost useless). I really don't understand Canon why they released this camera without anything really worth upgrading from the SX110. I would rather recommend you the SX200, which have much more features, like wide angle, longer zoom, proprietary battery so you can see battery meter on LCD (unlike with the AA batteries), has quicker flash recharge time, speaker is placed on better position, has additional features like color swap, color options like vivid red/blue/green, you can erase part of a movie, and is slimmer. Or, if you want more pro but not going DSLR way, check out the new G11.
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I have this kind of issue, but with my SX130 in macro mode. At first I thought it was the lighting, but I took an identical picture, identical position, settings, etc. with my Elph 300 HS, and no such problem. The 300 has actually been fantastic for me, images are much sharper and colors more vivid than the 130 even though I set them to identical settings. Thinking of trading the 130 in for either the Elph 500 or the SX230 - I want a P&S (want something more portable than my DSLR) with shutter and aperture controls with same (or better) image quality as the Elph 300 (and less than $300). Now just have to test both of them out first.
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andrew-thanks for the info.i have a stylus 810 and was looking to upgrade.overall i like the 810, but i want a camera with more optical zoom. one complaint i have with the stylus 810 is lag time - startup, btn shots, flash recharge, etc.any similar issues with the 1010?i have not yet purchased a camera, and will take a look at the stylus 1010 again!
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I have the Xsi and I love it. Think about whether or not it's worth $250 extra just to have video and 3 more megapixels. The Xsi has 12.1 megapixels, but that's still enough to make a good poster sized print. I think those are the two biggest differences in the two cameras, so just decide whether or not those extras are worth the extra cash. Good luck! :)
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I too have wanted to buy a T2i for a while, ever since I noticed the announcement in February. Then, it was seemingly always out of stock at Amazon. Perhaps I haven't waited long enough, or maybe it just wasn't meant to be. Although I have bought 5 Canon cameras over the years, and I considered myself a Canon loyalist, I am beginning to wonder if maybe I should buy a Nikon as my first digital SLR.
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I have the S8100 and have found it very fast for start-up, between shots and for focusing. It is not the best camera in on earth (I have a Nikon DSLR that takes better images) but having compared it against the Canon S90 and Canon SX210 I think it is among the best P&S; options on the market. The S8100 has several metering options as well as both Single and Full-Time AF for both photos and video. Knowing how they work might have possibly improved performance if that is not something you already had a grasp of.The camera does have focusing noise that can be heard on video if the scene is quiet, but so do all cameras without an external mic.Canon makes great cameras. Good luck with your elph. I have the S8100 and have found it very fast for start-up, between shots and for focusing. It is not the best camera in on earth (I have a Nikon DSLR that takes better images) but having compared it against the Canon S90 and Canon SX210 I think it is among the best P&S; options on the market. The S8100 has several metering options as well as both Single and Full-Time AF for both photos and video. Knowing how they work might have possibly improved performance if that is not something you already had a grasp of.The camera does have focusing noise that can be heard on video if the... » Read More I have the S8100 and have found it very fast for start-up, between shots and for focusing. It is not the best camera in on earth (I have a Nikon DSLR that takes better images) but having compared it against the Canon S90 and Canon SX210 I think it is among the best P&S; options on the market. The S8100 has several metering options as well as both Single and Full-Time AF for both photos and video. Knowing how they work might have possibly improved performance if that is not something you already had a grasp of.The camera does have focusing noise that can be heard on video if the scene is quiet, but so do all cameras without an external mic.Canon makes great cameras. Good luck with your elph. « Show Less
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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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Thanks for the comments guys, I do notice different brand camera have different color tone, as you mention, "Canon have a warmer-brighter color and a little smoother look", I think Nikon have a cooler but sharper look, I'm using SD870, S90, T2i and now SX40, my S90 takes really good pictures and just little noise at ISO800, not far vs T2i, I was hoping the SX40 up to S90 picture quality, so I don't have to bring it 2 cameras all the time.The SX40 1/2.3" CMOS sensor VS S90 1/1.7" CCD sensor, F2.0-F4.9 VS F2.7-F5.9, 28mm-105mm VS 24mm-840mm, these are 2 totally different camera, I shouldn't compare them at all, there is no camera like all in one :) Thanks for the comments guys, I do notice different brand camera have different color tone, as you mention, "Canon have a warmer-brighter color and a little smoother look", I think Nikon have a cooler but sharper look, I'm using SD870, S90, T2i and now SX40, my S90 takes really good pictures and just little noise at ISO800, not far vs T2i, I was hoping the SX40 up to S90 picture quality, so I don't have to bring it 2 cameras all the time.The SX40 1/2.3" CMOS sensor VS S90 1/1.7" CCD sensor, F2.0-F4.9 VS F2.7-F5.9, 28mm-105mm VS 24mm-840mm, these are 2 totally... » Read More Thanks for the comments guys, I do notice different brand camera have different color tone, as you mention, "Canon have a warmer-brighter color and a little smoother look", I think Nikon have a cooler but sharper look, I'm using SD870, S90, T2i and now SX40, my S90 takes really good pictures and just little noise at ISO800, not far vs T2i, I was hoping the SX40 up to S90 picture quality, so I don't have to bring it 2 cameras all the time.The SX40 1/2.3" CMOS sensor VS S90 1/1.7" CCD sensor, F2.0-F4.9 VS F2.7-F5.9, 28mm-105mm VS 24mm-840mm, these are 2 totally different camera, I shouldn't compare them at all, there is no camera like all in one :) « Show Less