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Bizrate User Review.
Finally getting great pictures!
, Oct. 7, 2008
QuickTake:
Pros: image stabilization, size
Cons: I haven't found anything I didn't like about this size camera.
Recommended: Yes
Bizrate User Review.
SD 870 Marvel
, May. 28, 2008
Comments:
My previous camera was also canon and I found the sd 870 also very good. The wide angle lens, and the LCD screen was just excellent... Only thing i found little bad about the camera is that its video is not good and noisy...
My previous camera was also canon and I found the sd 870 also very good. The wide angle lens, and the LCD screen was just excellent... Only thing i found little bad about the camera is that its video is not good and noisy...
QuickTake:
Pros: Excellent Photo Quality, Battery life is very good and the wide angle lens really making a difference.
Cons: The Video quality is not very good and also I found the controls little bit difficult to navigate.
Recommended: Yes
Bizrate User Review.
The SD870 IS delivers
, May. 19, 2008
Comments:
The SD870 IS is an excellent general-use camera, producing high-quality images with a minimum of user intervention. Scene modes work well for their intended setting/subject(s). The wide-angle feature is great for taking groups shots in smaller indoor envi...
The SD870 IS is an excellent general-use camera, producing high-quality images with a minimum of user intervention. Scene modes work well for their intended setting/subject(s). The wide-angle feature is great for taking groups shots in smaller indoor envi...
QuickTake:
Pros: Fast responsive compared to previous generations, compact, easy-to-use.
Cons: Mediocre low-light performance, no optical zoom during video recording.
Recommended: Yes
Bizrate User Review.
Works like a Charm
, May. 18, 2008
Comments:
I hike and this camera is a great one to hook to my backpack for quick access and quick photos. I was suprised by how sharp the pictures are with this camera. I found the price to be good. As for the weight, I don't even feel it there. The start-up time i...
I hike and this camera is a great one to hook to my backpack for quick access and quick photos. I was suprised by how sharp the pictures are with this camera. I found the price to be good. As for the weight, I don't even feel it there. The start-up time i...
QuickTake:
Pros: Very sharp photos, lightweight, easy to use, wide angle lens.
Cons: Face recognition not accurate.
Recommended: Yes
Bizrate User Review.
This small camera takes quality expensive camera pictures.
, May. 11, 2008
Comments:
A great camera for the beginner who wants great pictures without being knowlegeable about photography. First positive feature was how easy it was to start using. The picture quality is as good as my expensive 35mm digital for a lot less money. Of course t...
A great camera for the beginner who wants great pictures without being knowlegeable about photography. First positive feature was how easy it was to start using. The picture quality is as good as my expensive 35mm digital for a lot less money. Of course t...
QuickTake:
Pros: Size, quality of pictures, easy to use, viewfinder makes it easy to view photos.
Cons: I wish the battery life was longer. It didn't come with a case for protection against scratches.
Recommended: Yes
Bizrate User Review.
It compromises nothing
, May. 8, 2008
Comments:
We use it for all around pictures, in the house, outside in the yard, at family parties, etc. It works great so far in all scenarios. I wish it had a bit more zoom, but otherwise it's perfect for our needs. Slips into a pocket easily too.
We use it for all around pictures, in the house, outside in the yard, at family parties, etc. It works great so far in all scenarios. I wish it had a bit more zoom, but otherwise it's perfect for our needs. Slips into a pocket easily too.
QuickTake:
Pros: pretty much everything
Cons: none really to speak of, a bit more zoom is always helpful but not terribly missed
Recommended: Yes
Bizrate User Review.
Wonderful camera by Canon
, May. 8, 2008
Comments:
It took me a long time to choose it. I tried several cameras by other brands and also other models of Canon. Nothing came close to this well-roundedcamera. It is a little bit expensive but worht the price. It takes fast, good pictures. It is very responsi...
It took me a long time to choose it. I tried several cameras by other brands and also other models of Canon. Nothing came close to this well-roundedcamera. It is a little bit expensive but worht the price. It takes fast, good pictures. It is very responsi...
QuickTake:
Pros: great design, great screen, good quality of pictures, ease of use
Cons: red-eyes, sometimes colors are a little off
Recommended: Yes
Bizrate User Review.
Best camera for the money!
, May. 8, 2008
Comments:
This camera is probably the best camera you can buy in the price range. It's picture quality is excellent, and it comes with a 3 inch lcd screen. I plan on using the camera for everyday and event photography. The different modes like color swap and acc...
This camera is probably the best camera you can buy in the price range. It's picture quality is excellent, and it comes with a 3 inch lcd screen. I plan on using the camera for everyday and event photography. The different modes like color swap and acc...
QuickTake:
Pros: 3 inch screen, great picture quality, fun picture modes, etc
Cons: Nothing yet
Recommended: Yes
cameralabs.com Professional Review.
Canon Digital Ixus 860IS / PowerShot SD870 IS review
Comments:
In these respects the 860IS / SD870 IS is undoubtedly one of the best compacts we've tested, but this degree of quality and performance doesn't come cheap. Canon cameras can be heavily discounted, but in terms of official RRPs, the 860IS / SD870 IS comes
Review Verdict: The Canon Ixus 860IS / PowerShot SD870 IS has a lot going for it. The great build quality, large screen, quick response, wide angle coverage and respectable quality will be sufficient to sell it to many people.
In these respects the 860IS / SD870 IS is undoubtedly one of the best compacts we've tested, but this degree of quality and performance doesn't come cheap. Canon cameras can be heavily discounted, but in terms of official RRPs, the 860IS / SD870 IS comes
Review Verdict: The Canon Ixus 860IS / PowerShot SD870 IS has a lot going for it. The great build quality, large screen, quick response, wide angle coverage and respectable quality will be sufficient to sell it to many people.
QuickTake:
Pros: 28mm wide angle and optical stabilisation., Large and great quality screen., Very good build quality and design., Quick and easy access to settings.,
Cons: Higher RRP than rivals., Little or no manual control., Slow continuous shooting., No Live Histogram; coarse zoom steps.
absolutegadget.com Professional Review.
First look: Canon Digital Ixus 860IS digital camera | Absolute Gadget
Comments:
Canon wheeled out a whole bunch of new products today and we got a taster test of quite a few of them. First up was the Canon Digital Ixus 860IS. Despite packing in a 28mm zoom lens, this is a beautiful little model.
Review Verdict: Even the model being displayed in Canon's official waterproof case was a doddle to get to grips with. The raised buttons on the plastic chassis (good for up to 130ft) are well thought out for easy underwater use and they all come with logos or text next t
Canon wheeled out a whole bunch of new products today and we got a taster test of quite a few of them. First up was the Canon Digital Ixus 860IS. Despite packing in a 28mm zoom lens, this is a beautiful little model.
Review Verdict: Even the model being displayed in Canon's official waterproof case was a doddle to get to grips with. The raised buttons on the plastic chassis (good for up to 130ft) are well thought out for easy underwater use and they all come with logos or text next t
pcworld.com Professional Review.
Canon Powershot SD870 IS Review
Comments:
Though not made as sturdily as other Elphs, the SD870 IS has a big LCD, an extra-wide zoom lens, and takes great pictures.
Review Verdict: It's pricey, but the extra-wide-angle lens, the big LCD, and the well-thought-out exposure control system make this an attractive compact camera
Though not made as sturdily as other Elphs, the SD870 IS has a big LCD, an extra-wide zoom lens, and takes great pictures.
Review Verdict: It's pricey, but the extra-wide-angle lens, the big LCD, and the well-thought-out exposure control system make this an attractive compact camera
QuickTake:
Pros: Extra-wide zoom lens Big LCD (3 inches)
Cons: Not as well constructed as other Elphs Animated on-screen button is distracting
cnet.com.au Professional Review.
Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS Review - Digital Cameras
Comments:
canon digital ixus 860 is review: While the Canon IXUS 860 IS doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it captures beautiful images with its wide, 3.8x optical zoom lens and ranks among the top compact cameras we've seen.
Review Verdict: While the Canon IXUS 860 IS doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it captures beautiful images with its wide, 3.8x optical zoom lens and ranks among the top compact cameras we've seen.
canon digital ixus 860 is review: While the Canon IXUS 860 IS doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it captures beautiful images with its wide, 3.8x optical zoom lens and ranks among the top compact cameras we've seen.
Review Verdict: While the Canon IXUS 860 IS doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it captures beautiful images with its wide, 3.8x optical zoom lens and ranks among the top compact cameras we've seen.
QuickTake:
Pros: Impressive performance and image quality, Optical image stabilisation, Face detection
Cons: No manual exposure controls, No optical viewfinder
alaTest.com Professional Review.
Review summary of Canon PowerShot SD870 IS / IXUS 860 IS
Comments:
alaTest has collected and analysed 1524 reviews of Canon PowerShot SD870 IS / IXUS 860 IS from international magazines and websites.
Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 89/100. Comparing these reviews to 396332 other Digital Compact Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 95/100 = Excellent.
alaTest has collected and analysed 1524 reviews of Canon PowerShot SD870 IS / IXUS 860 IS from international magazines and websites.
Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 89/100. Comparing these reviews to 396332 other Digital Compact Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 95/100 = Excellent.
marketnews.ca Professional Review.
Hands-on Reviews: Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH
Comments:
The SD870, introduced last August, is slightly bulkier than the Lumix FX35. Its zoom lens starts at 27mm and has a marginally shorter range (3.8x), and the sensor is lower resolution: 8MP versus 10MP. But the Canon camera produced images with less noise i
The SD870, introduced last August, is slightly bulkier than the Lumix FX35. Its zoom lens starts at 27mm and has a marginally shorter range (3.8x), and the sensor is lower resolution: 8MP versus 10MP. But the Canon camera produced images with less noise i
zdnetindia.com Professional Review.
Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS
Comments:
Review Verdict: While the Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it captures beautiful images with its wide, 3.8x optical zoom lens and ranks among the top compact cameras we've seen.
Review Verdict: While the Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it captures beautiful images with its wide, 3.8x optical zoom lens and ranks among the top compact cameras we've seen.
QuickTake:
Pros: Impressive performance and image quality; optical image stabilization; face detection.
Cons: No manual exposure controls; no optical viewfinder.
pcworld.ca Professional Review.
Review: Canon Powershot SD870 IS
Comments:
Though not made as sturdily as other Elphs, the SD870 IS has a big LCD and an extra-wide zoom lens, and takes great pictures.
Though not made as sturdily as other Elphs, the SD870 IS has a big LCD and an extra-wide zoom lens, and takes great pictures.
steves-digicams.com Professional Review.
Canon Powershot SD870 IS
Comments:
The extended zoom range of the camera makes optical image stabilization (OIS) essential. Canon's lens shift OIS provides an effective antidote to camera shake, particularly at longer zoom lengths or during long exposures when even the slightest hand-held
Review Verdict: The steady effectiveness is further enhanced when paired with the new "Auto ISO Shift" feature which, at the touch of a button, can automatically increase the ISO speed setting as required to maintain fast shutter speeds when shooting in low-light conditi
The extended zoom range of the camera makes optical image stabilization (OIS) essential. Canon's lens shift OIS provides an effective antidote to camera shake, particularly at longer zoom lengths or during long exposures when even the slightest hand-held
Review Verdict: The steady effectiveness is further enhanced when paired with the new "Auto ISO Shift" feature which, at the touch of a button, can automatically increase the ISO speed setting as required to maintain fast shutter speeds when shooting in low-light conditi
imaging-resource.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera - Review - The Imaging Resource!
Comments:
The Canon SD870 IS Digital ELPH features a compact, stylish case with rounded horizontal edges, and a retracting lens to make it pocket-friendly. With an an 8-megapixel 1/2.5" imager and 3.8x optical zoom lens, the Canon SD870 covers a range of 28-105mm e
Review Verdict: The Canon ELPH SD870 has a rather wide ISO sensitivity range, from 80 to 1,600, for better performance in dim lighting. Canon also manufactures a line of photo printers, and prides themselves on the level of integration between their cameras and printers.
The Canon SD870 IS Digital ELPH features a compact, stylish case with rounded horizontal edges, and a retracting lens to make it pocket-friendly. With an an 8-megapixel 1/2.5" imager and 3.8x optical zoom lens, the Canon SD870 covers a range of 28-105mm e
Review Verdict: The Canon ELPH SD870 has a rather wide ISO sensitivity range, from 80 to 1,600, for better performance in dim lighting. Canon also manufactures a line of photo printers, and prides themselves on the level of integration between their cameras and printers.
QuickTake:
Pros: Optical Image Stabilization 28mm equivalent wide angle lens Decent digital zoom that holds detail better than most Auto ISO shifting Large and lovely three-inch LCD Face-detection, up to nine forward-looking faces Photo categorization Large 8-megapixel se
Cons: No optical viewfinder High chromatic aberration at 28mm Above average barrel distortion at wide angle Heavy coma distortion in extreme corners Fine details lost at ISO 800 Slightly warm skin tones Clunky slideshow transition options Below average flash pe
cnet.co.uk Professional Review.
Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS
Comments:
The Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS does the thinking for you. Its wealth of features include 10 scene modes, plus Canon's Digic III technology, which handles face detection and noise reduction. The screen is a large 76mm (3 inches) and the menu items accessibl
Review Verdict: With a combination of impressive features, big screen and wide angle lens all serving up excellent photographs, the Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS shows that there's far more to digital photography than megapixels
The Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS does the thinking for you. Its wealth of features include 10 scene modes, plus Canon's Digic III technology, which handles face detection and noise reduction. The screen is a large 76mm (3 inches) and the menu items accessibl
Review Verdict: With a combination of impressive features, big screen and wide angle lens all serving up excellent photographs, the Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS shows that there's far more to digital photography than megapixels
QuickTake:
Pros: Fast performance and excellent image quality; optical image stabilisation; face detection
Cons: No manual exposure controls; slightly heavy
asia.cnet.com Professional Review.
Review: Canon IXUS 860 IS
Comments:
Though it doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it's still one of the top compact cameras we've seen. Now why is that?
Though it doesn't have an optical viewfinder or manual exposure controls, it's still one of the top compact cameras we've seen. Now why is that?
QuickTake:
Pros: Impressive performance and image quality; optical image stabilization; face detection.
Cons: No manual exposure controls; no optical viewfinder.
pcmag.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS
Comments:
Review Verdict: No optical viewfinder. High ISO settings result in noisy images.
Review Verdict: No optical viewfinder. High ISO settings result in noisy images.
QuickTake:
Pros: Big, 3-inch LCD. Wide-angle lens. Touch wheel control.
Cons: No optical viewfinder. High ISO settings result in noisy images.
computershopper.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital Elph Digital Camera Review
Comments:
Review Verdict: The PowerShot SD870 IS is simply one of the best compact point-and-shoot cameras you can buy.
Review Verdict: The PowerShot SD870 IS is simply one of the best compact point-and-shoot cameras you can buy.
QuickTake:
Pros: Excellent image quality; easy-to-use interface; extremely responsive; minimal shutter lag
Cons: No optical viewfinder; no manual exposure controls
digitaltrends.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS
Comments:
As I said with the SD850 IS, I will heartily recommend this camera to anyone looking for a solid aim-and-forget digicam..
As I said with the SD850 IS, I will heartily recommend this camera to anyone looking for a solid aim-and-forget digicam..
QuickTake:
Pros: 8MP; 3-inch LCD; wider-angle shooting
Cons: Not many manual options
trustedreviews.com Professional Review.
Canon IXUS 860 IS
Comments:
Is this the perfect pocket compact?
Review Verdict: The Canon IXUS 860 IS is an expensive camera for an 8MP pocket compact, but it justifies it with stylish design, exceptional build quality, class-leading performance and outstanding picture quality. Its wide zoom range provides greater versatility than mo
Is this the perfect pocket compact?
Review Verdict: The Canon IXUS 860 IS is an expensive camera for an 8MP pocket compact, but it justifies it with stylish design, exceptional build quality, class-leading performance and outstanding picture quality. Its wide zoom range provides greater versatility than mo
pocket-lint.co.uk Professional Review.
REVIEW: Canon IXUS 860IS digital camera
Comments:
Review Verdict: While it looks very nice, the entry price is higher than that of its predecessor and, mysteriously, there are a few things missing from the new model
Review Verdict: While it looks very nice, the entry price is higher than that of its predecessor and, mysteriously, there are a few things missing from the new model
QuickTake:
Pros: Great build, image quality as lower ISOs, responsive, easy to use, good metering and colour, nice lens focal range
Cons: Reduced detail due to noise reduction processing, Intrusive noise at higher ISOs, white balance issues in mixed lighting, screen marks easily
dpreview.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS
Comments:
The SD870 IS (known in Europe as the IXUS 860 IS and in Japan as the IXY Digital 910IS), announced in August, is a replacement for the SD 800 IS (IXUS 850 IS), one of last year's most popular ultra compacts. It retains the SD800's optically stabilized 28-
Review Verdict: The SD870 IS follows in the footsteps of some highly regarded cameras so it's understandable that Canon has chosen not to tinker too much with a successful formula.
The SD870 IS (known in Europe as the IXUS 860 IS and in Japan as the IXY Digital 910IS), announced in August, is a replacement for the SD 800 IS (IXUS 850 IS), one of last year's most popular ultra compacts. It retains the SD800's optically stabilized 28-
Review Verdict: The SD870 IS follows in the footsteps of some highly regarded cameras so it's understandable that Canon has chosen not to tinker too much with a successful formula.
QuickTake:
Pros: Good image quality (at lower ISO settings), Accurate metering in the majority of situations, Very useful lens range with surprisingly good edge-to-edge performance, Useful and adaptable Auto ISO-shift function, Handy macro performance at wide end of lens,
Cons: AiAF/Face detection a little haphazard, Occasional tendency to ignore (and overexpose) bright regions, Touch wheel slightly awkward, Image quality suffers above ISO 400 due to noise and noise reduction issues, Easily scratched and scuffed, Manual control
digital photography blog Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS IXUS / Digital ELPH
Comments:
The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS IXUS / Digital ELPH is an 8 megapixel compact point and shoot camera with a wide angle 3.8x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization. The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS IXUS / Digital ELPH features a large 3.0 inch LCD scr
The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS IXUS / Digital ELPH is an 8 megapixel compact point and shoot camera with a wide angle 3.8x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization. The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS IXUS / Digital ELPH features a large 3.0 inch LCD scr
imaging-resource.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera - Review
Comments:
For those who love photography, it's the Canon SD870 IS in particular that stands out among Canon's current digital ELPH pocket cameras. Sure, the Canon SD870 has a big 3-inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization, face detection, and high ISO; all the
For those who love photography, it's the Canon SD870 IS in particular that stands out among Canon's current digital ELPH pocket cameras. Sure, the Canon SD870 has a big 3-inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization, face detection, and high ISO; all the
QuickTake:
Pros: Optical Image Stabilization, 28mm equivalent wide angle lens, Decent digital zoom that holds detail better than most, Auto ISO shifting, Large and lovely three-inch LCD, Face-detection, up to nine forward-looking faces, Photo categorization, Large 8-megap
Cons: No optical viewfinder, High chromatic aberration at 28mm, Above average barrel distortion at wide angle, Heavy coma distortion in extreme corners, Fine details lost at ISO 800, Slightly warm skin tones, Clunky slideshow transition options, Below average f
digitalcamerainfo.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital Camera Review
Comments:
Just a few months after its predecessor was released onto the market, the Canon PowerShot SD870 IS made its debut.
Review Verdict: The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS offers a few practical upgrades from its predecessor. The 3-inch screen makes it easier to read menus and check pictures. It has a wider 28mm lens that can fit larger portraits. The SD870 also boasts a new face detection syste
Just a few months after its predecessor was released onto the market, the Canon PowerShot SD870 IS made its debut.
Review Verdict: The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS offers a few practical upgrades from its predecessor. The 3-inch screen makes it easier to read menus and check pictures. It has a wider 28mm lens that can fit larger portraits. The SD870 also boasts a new face detection syste
QuickTake:
Pros: Excellent colors, Great movies, Excellent White Balance accuracy, 3-inch LCD with wide view, Trendy look, 28mm wide lens, Quick face detection
Cons: High noise above ISO 80, Poor dynamic range above ISO 80, Lots of over-sharpening, 1.3 fps Burst mode, Weak flash, Expensive
dcresource.com Professional Review.
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH
Comments:
The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH ($399) is an ultra-compact camera with a wide-angle lens, huge 3-inch LCD display, and all the bells and whistles that you'd expect on a point-and-shoot camera in 2007. The SD870 is sort of a combination of the SD
Review Verdict: The biggest changes on the SD870 compared to its predecessor include a higher resolution sensor (of course), a larger LCD, enhanced face detection, and in-camera redeye removal. Unfortunately, the optical viewfinder disappeared along the way
The Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH ($399) is an ultra-compact camera with a wide-angle lens, huge 3-inch LCD display, and all the bells and whistles that you'd expect on a point-and-shoot camera in 2007. The SD870 is sort of a combination of the SD
Review Verdict: The biggest changes on the SD870 compared to its predecessor include a higher resolution sensor (of course), a larger LCD, enhanced face detection, and in-camera redeye removal. Unfortunately, the optical viewfinder disappeared along the way
QuickTake:
Pros: Very good photo quality (though see issues below) Wide-angle lens Compact, stylish metal body Optical image stabilization Huge 3-inch LCD display; easy to see outdoors and in low light Snappy performance AF-assist lamp, great low light focusing Effective
Cons: Corner softness, some vignetting Noise and noise reduction artifacting above ISO 400 Redeye a big problem (though the tool in playback mode gets rid of it) Current zoom setting not shown on LCD LCD can be difficult to see when wearing polarized sunglasses
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