The Canon PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH is an ultra-compact camera with a throwback design resembling the original film-based ELPH। Despite its high model number, the SD1000 isn't the top-of-the-line ELPH: the SD900 still holds that title (though some SD800 owners may disagree with that).
The SD1000 is the replacement for the PowerShot SD600, which was introduced in February 2006। New features on the SD1000 include:
> 7.1 Megapixel CCD (versus 6.0 on the SD700
> Uses new DIGIC III image processor (instead of DIGIC II) promises superior photo quality, battery life, and performance
> Improved 2.5" PureColor LCD offers more resolution, plus better outdoor viewing, color reproduction, and fingerprint resistance
> ISO now goes as high as 1600 (versus 800)
> Auto ISO Boost feature lets you increase ISO on the fly in order to get a sharp photo
> Face detection autofocus and exposure
> In-camera redeye reduction
> Movie recording file size limit now 4GB (versus 1GB)
> 31% improvement in battery life
> Support for SDHC memory cards
> 31% improvement in battery life
> Support for SDHC memory cards
Those are some nice improvements! Other features on the SD1000 include a 3X optical zoom lens, an AF-assist lamp, a VGA movie mode, and point-and-shoot operation. If you're looking for a larger LCD then you may be interested in the SD1000's sibling, the PowerShot SD750. It gives you a 3-inch display, though you'll lose the optical viewfinder.
I've long been a fan of Canon's Digital ELPHs। Does the SD1000 continue the tradition? Find out now in our review!
The PowerShot SD1000 is known as the Digital IXUS 70 in some countries.
The PowerShot SD1000 has an average bundle. Inside the box, you'll find:
> The 7.1 effective Megapixel Canon PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH camera
> 32MB MultiMedia card
> NB-4L lithium-ion battery
> Battery charger
> Wrist strap
> USB cable
> A/V cable
> CD-ROM featuring Canon Digital Camera Solutions
> 31 page basic manual + 161 page advanced manual (both printed)
> 32MB MultiMedia card
> NB-4L lithium-ion battery
> Battery charger
> Wrist strap
> USB cable
> A/V cable
> CD-ROM featuring Canon Digital Camera Solutions
> 31 page basic manual + 161 page advanced manual (both printed)
Canon includes a 32MB memory card with the PowerShot SD1000. That holds just nine photos at the highest quality setting, so you'll want to pick up a larger memory card right away, if you don't have one already. The camera supports Secure Digital and MultiMedia cards, as well as the new high capacity SDHC format. I'd recommend a 1GB card for this 7 Megapixel camera. A high speed card (60X or above) is worth the extra bucks.