TX-1 or SD800? I have been looking at the SD800 as my new digital camera. We were waiting to buy a new video camera and found this TX-1 and thought maybe I could spend a little more and get both. I have compared the 2 on Canon's website and don't see much difference in the comparisons. But when I read the reviews on SD 800 it is getting great reviews but the TX is getting poor reviews on the photo part of the camera. Photos are more important to me than the movie part of this camera because I scrapbook and need high quality photos although I don't enlarge any more than 5x7 usually for the pics. We don't use our camacorder because it is too big and we hate carrying it. Can anyone tell me the differences that I might consider before purchasing? My finger is poised on the Buy Now button, help! Need it by Friday for vacation TX-1 or SD800? I have been looking at the SD800 as my new digital camera. We were waiting to buy a new video camera and found this TX-1 and thought maybe I could spend a little more and get both.... » Read More TX-1 or SD800? I have been looking at the SD800 as my new digital camera. We were waiting to buy a new video camera and found this TX-1 and thought maybe I could spend a little more and get both. I have compared the 2 on Canon's website and don't see much difference in the comparisons. But when I read the reviews on SD 800 it is getting great reviews but the TX is getting poor reviews on the photo part of the camera. Photos are more important to me than the movie part of this camera because I scrapbook and need high quality photos although I don't enlarge any more than 5x7 usually for the pics. We don't use our camacorder because it is too big and we hate carrying it. Can anyone tell me the differences that I might consider before purchasing? My finger is poised on the Buy Now button, help! Need it by Friday for vacation « Show Less
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That's an easy decision... The SD800 is right for you. The only reasons to buy the TX1 over the SD800 are because (a) it has 10x optical zoom and (b) it has the ability to record high definition movies. The TX1 can shoot movies in 1280x720 at 30 frames per second; the SD800 can only manage 640x480 at 30 frames per second. Since you don't care about movies, get the SD800. It's smaller and cheaper.
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The video & sound will be much better, but if you don't care about those & the 10x zoom is not important then the only other reason I can think of to pick the TX1 is it may be more rugged, since when closed up no glass is exposed.
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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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I can't decide between the SD750 and the Cannon 1100..the 1100 is a better price and has image stabilization, but I love the look and feel of the 750 as well as the way the pictures look..have you used the 1100 at all? What made you go for this camera a year after it was released once u dropped it the first time? did you not want to upgrade?
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I too looked at both of these cameras before purchasing the D5000. this is my first dSLR and don't have much to compare it to but I have been very happy with the quality of the images it takes and it is very easy to use. I thought the canon and nikon specs and reviews looked extremely comparable and that you would be getting a similar quality camera from both companies. I decided to go with the Nikon basically because it was $50 cheaper and used the savings to buy a memory card. whichever way you go you will be getting a big step up from a standard point and shoot camera (I had previously been using a Canon SD750) I too looked at both of these cameras before purchasing the D5000. this is my first dSLR and don't have much to compare it to but I have been very happy with the quality of the images it takes and it is very easy to use. I thought the canon and nikon specs and reviews looked extremely comparable and that you would be getting a similar quality camera from both companies. I decided to go with the Nikon basically because it was $50 cheaper and used the savings to buy a memory card. whichever way you go you will be getting a big step up from a standard point and shoot camera (I had previously... » Read More I too looked at both of these cameras before purchasing the D5000. this is my first dSLR and don't have much to compare it to but I have been very happy with the quality of the images it takes and it is very easy to use. I thought the canon and nikon specs and reviews looked extremely comparable and that you would be getting a similar quality camera from both companies. I decided to go with the Nikon basically because it was $50 cheaper and used the savings to buy a memory card. whichever way you go you will be getting a big step up from a standard point and shoot camera (I had previously been using a Canon SD750) « Show Less
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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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The s6800 has a CMOS sensor; and the s4--- models do not. The CMOS sensor is better as far as picture quality (incl. better low light pictures). It took me 1 minute to realize the s4-whatever model was not for me and I immediately started looking for cameras with the CMOS sensor. I do not know all about cameras so I have been doing tons and tons of research (probably overkill) to make sure I pick the right one (for me). If you can, pick a model with the CMOS sensor. And congratulations!
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I was deciding between these two myself last week. I ended up going with the 780is because of the high def video as well as the inclusion of the viewfinder - which is small, but useful when you're running low on battery and still need to take pics. I just got the camera on Friday and have been taking tons of photos and they are brilliantl! I love it!
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As a user of the SD750 myself, I find it very easy to use in comparison to the SD1000. A few things you ought to know about the SD750 is that, it is an actual upgrade of the SD600 which by the way was a phenomenon camera. And to me it is quite obvious that the SD1000 is of a lower value compared to the SD750. You should also know that the SD750 has a digital image stabilizer that actually works unlike the SD1000, it takes an amazing shot in the dark. For example, when ever I go clubing, I enjoy taking lots of pictures of subjects without the drunks in the background and this camera does it all for me. Not to forget that it is SDHC capable, so if you are someone who enjoys taking short videos on the go, these camera will do that for you also with an amazing sound amplifyer, all you do is just by a 4GB SD card and you got yourself up to 80mins of video recordings and did I mention that the large lcd screen is scratch resistant? and a longer battery life. I know all these functions and features without even reading the manual nor did I install the driver that comes with it, why you may ask, because it is also idiot proof. It is quite obvious I need to go work for canon and that the 750 is without a doubt a better buy or as most will say, a wiser investment.
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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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Actually I had just spoken with Canon and asked this question. Jennifer in customer support said that the 780 had the option for HD video and also had several shooting modes that were preprogrammed. She also said the SD1200 was being phased out for the SD1300, which has 4X zoom and a larger screen but no optical viewfinder.
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My spot was in all video and photos in any conditions. It was very visible if I would take a photo or video of a light colored wall.After a call to Canon my TX1 was sent out the next day, seems you have to be on them to get anything done. It is in perfect working shape now. Still very disappointed in Canon's service for such a new product.
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I can't pre-order... Too little faith in canon cameras when they are released. I will probably get it down the road (feb-march) if their aren't any issues.Would upgrade from mkII.Would be nice if canon could release the 1d and 1ds as one camera, and just allow us to switch between high fps and high MP.But alas, I'll refrain.
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Thanks for the input and advice. I'm new to high-end(expensive) digital camera market. I realized after I posted this question that the camera is sold out or otherwise unavailable now and it could take a month or two to get one even if I ordered today. I'll definitely look into buying one in the next few months.
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I bit the bullet and went with the Sony. Mainly because Circuit City was offering it for $329. Also because it had a better fps and ISO capabilities, if I remember correctly. The 4 gigs of memory set me back $59 though and the case was another $20, so that put me at $415 after tax. I must say that this thing takes awesome pics. I got it mainly for my kids sports. The 2.2 fps and sports mode are nice. The image stabilization seems to do a good job to on other pics. I have not used the remote control yet, but plan on usnig it to try and get some close ups of birds or squirrels, etc on a day when I have nothing else to do. I bit the bullet and went with the Sony. Mainly because Circuit City was offering it for $329. Also because it had a better fps and ISO capabilities, if I remember correctly. The 4 gigs of memory set me back $59 though and the case was another $20, so that put me at $415 after tax. I must say that this thing takes awesome pics. I got it mainly for my kids sports. The 2.2 fps and sports mode are nice. The image stabilization seems to do a good job to on other pics. I have not used the remote control yet, but plan on usnig it to try and get some close ups of birds or squirrels, etc on a day... » Read More I bit the bullet and went with the Sony. Mainly because Circuit City was offering it for $329. Also because it had a better fps and ISO capabilities, if I remember correctly. The 4 gigs of memory set me back $59 though and the case was another $20, so that put me at $415 after tax. I must say that this thing takes awesome pics. I got it mainly for my kids sports. The 2.2 fps and sports mode are nice. The image stabilization seems to do a good job to on other pics. I have not used the remote control yet, but plan on usnig it to try and get some close ups of birds or squirrels, etc on a day when I have nothing else to do. « Show Less
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Well to be very honest I don't feel I could compare something I am not familiar with. I would only be reading reviews about the Finepix S1800 and not actually comparing 2 products. I can only say (since I bought it for my son who is 36) that the pictures he takes with it are amazing and the price was very reasonable. I am sorry but I think if I tried to compare it to something I am not familiar with I would be giving you false information.
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I tried out both the WX1 and TX1 at the Sony store and ended up getting the WX1. The test shots I took came out better with the WX1 and according to the sales guy, the WX1 has the better G lens while the TX1 has the Carl Zeiss. The only pros of the TX1 are that it is really slim and has a touch screen (although if you have larger fingers then this would be a con). Picture quality was more important to me, especially in zoom or low light, and the WX1 definitely beat out the TX1.
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Ended up buying canon T1i instead of T3... will be in my hands next week. Bought it from Walmart for 629. Amazon price was 709 for the same camera. Letting you guys know if anyone is interested in buying Canon T1i. it is a 15MP camera with 720p video at 30fps and 1080p with 20fps. I really don't care for video part but it was really good deal compared to what best buy or amazon was asking for same camera.