Canon Powershot SD890 IS
Last updated: Review & Sample Photos @ DCR (15 May’08)
The Canon PowerShot SD890 IS is a 10 megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera features built-in flash, 5x optical zoom (35mm film equivalent: 37-185mm) with Optical Image Stabilizer, ISO 80-1600, and a 2.5-inch TFT color LCD with wide viewing angle. The camera measures 3.76 x 2.26 x 1.08 in./95.4 x 57.3 x 27.4mm and weighs Approx. 5.47 oz./155g (camera body only).
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Canon SD890 IS Reviews
DCR reviews the Canon SD890 IS and writes;
“Pros: AF performance remains a highlight, Clean, vibrant shots, even at higher ISOs, Almost too easy to use, New styling and interface (if you like it). Cons: Flash recycle/shot-to-shot times not improved, Initial price is predictably steep, Lens and white balance could be better, New styling and interface (if you hate it)”
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CNET reviews the Canon SD890 IS and writes;
“The bottom line: A solid compact snapshooter, the Canon PowerShot SD890 IS nevertheless disappoints when compared with its predecessors and line-mates.”
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Cameras.uk reviews the Canon SD890 IS and writes;
“If you are looking for a stylish digital camera that takes a good snapshot this camera is as good as any. It has a bit more quality than most similar digital cameras. Build quality and picture quality really stand out..”
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RegHardware reviews the Canon SD890 IS and writes;
“The Ixus 970 performs well, but then so do many cameras at this price point. We’re not sure about the new design, and nor are we that thrilled with the features, even with a 5x optical zoom. On paper, the feature set looks pretty decent, but the lack of manual control and a wider angle setting at the smaller end of the focal range is a letdown.”
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CNET.au reviews the Canon SD890 IS and writes;
“Compared to the slick angles and chic lines of recent IXUS’, the bubbly, bulbous curves of the Canon Digital IXUS 970 IS have us nonplussed. We hate to judge a camera just on its looks, but the lack of features don’t give us much choice. Still, if you’ve fallen in love with this cheery snapper, you haven’t wasted your money.”
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TrustedReviews reviews the Canon SD890 IS and writes;
“Build quality, performance and image quality are certainly up to the usual standard, and the extended zoom range is very useful. However the awful handling and horribly designed controls limit the appeal of what could have been an outstanding if rather expensive camera.”
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Pocket-Lint reviews the Canon SD890 IS and writes;
“Image noise is well controlled at all ISO’s up to ISO 400 after which things get a bit problematic as noise increases, so does noise suppression processing and this hits the detail hard. ”
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Canon SD890 IS User Manual (PDF)
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Canon SD890 IS Press Release
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 13 March, 2008: Canon today announces a powerful new addition to its Digital IXUS range of stylish compact cameras. The 10 Megapixel Digital IXUS 970 IS features a brand new 5x optical zoom lens – the longest ever zoom in the range – together with an enhanced version of Canon’s lens-shift type optical Image Stabilizer (IS).
The Digital IXUS 970 IS also features Motion Detection Technology, which works in tandem with IS to reduce blur caused by subject motion and camera shake. Face Detection Technology with Face Select & Track and Face Detection White Balance is also included. These features provide accurate, natural-looking people shots in all situations. As with all Digital IXUS models in the first half of 2008, auto focus is enhanced for darker conditions; it is now effective in situations approximately 1-stop darker than was possible in previous models.
A bright, clear 2.5” PureColor LCD II screen and new Multi Control Dial enhance the user experience, offering a greater degree of convenience. Thanks to Canon’s optical expertise, all these improvements have been made without sacrificing the iconic design that has made Digital IXUS the ultimate style camera brand.
“With its 5x zoom, the Digital IXUS 970 IS brings a new level of performance to Canon’s leading design brand,” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging, Europe. “Once again Canon is using its optical expertise to deliver powerful compact cameras in effortless style.”
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