Canon SD1000 Elph vs Sony Cybershot DSCW55?? Which one would you suggest purchasing?? If not these two any other suggestions?I've always purchased Canon SD's. However, I am not in need of a small camera like that anymore.I'm looking for quality photo's, reasonably sized camera, great low light shots.I have always felt as though the Canon SD's took terrible low light shots.Any suggestions/help would be much appreciated! Canon SD1000 Elph vs Sony Cybershot DSCW55?? Which one would you suggest purchasing?? If not these two any other suggestions?I've always purchased Canon SD's. However, I am... » Read More Canon SD1000 Elph vs Sony Cybershot DSCW55?? Which one would you suggest purchasing?? If not these two any other suggestions?I've always purchased Canon SD's. However, I am not in need of a small camera like that anymore.I'm looking for quality photo's, reasonably sized camera, great low light shots.I have always felt as though the Canon SD's took terrible low light shots.Any suggestions/help would be much appreciated! « Show Less
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Like you, I wanted a good camera for a fair price. I found a site that does side by side comparisons, you just bring up the ones you want from the list. I went for the Sony, for a couple of reasons: Long battery Life ( a friend of mine has one and he told me of that) and the other is the Zeiss lenses in it. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sidebyside.asp
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I sell both of these cameras at the store in which I work. I typically recommend the canon. We see many more Sony cameras come back with 'weird' problems... (we see NO canons coming back with any kind of problems... ok fine, two canon cameras in the two years I've been there). Also sony cameras try to hard to provide sharpness and clarity and sometimes leave odd marks on the images visible at high magnifications.
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Check out the links below for reviews on both. you can compare the sample photos side by side. also the Sony high iso looks better. personally I think that the Sony has warmer more vibrant color although the night shot looks better on the Canon. I just ordered the Sony so we shall see. I also like the looks of the Sony better. well, good luck in your search.http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/sony/dsc_w55-review/index.shtmlhttp://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_sd1000-review/index.shtml
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I think the PSC-55 is too big for the SD1000. You end up with a lot of empty space that just gives bulk to a svelte camera. That said, I'm not terribly impressed with the PSC-1000 that I just got. Out of the box, the flap doesn't close properly. Maybe after some breaking in it will work out OK.
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I own the older sd700is and it is a great little camera. I really don't think you can go wrong with any of the digital elphs.If I were to replace it today I would get the sd880is because of the wide angle lens.
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I was just comparing those today.I ended up going with the SD780 because a) my boyfriend has one and i like the pictures that come out of it... and b) there just were so few comments for the SD1300 ... I figured if it were a great camera, there would be more people buying it.
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Canon PowerShot SD800-IS Digital Elph, 7.10 Megapixel, 3.8x Optical/ 4.0x Digital Zoom, Digital Camera Included with this item: * Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack * Battery Charger (CB-2LX) * USB Interface Cable (IFC-400PCU) * AV Cable (AVC-DC300) * Wrist Strap (WS-700) * Digital Camera Solution Software CD-ROM * User Guide * 1-Year parts 90 days labor Product Description: This is the Digital ELPH that's raising the bar. There's everything you'd expect from a camera of this caliber: A 7.1 megapixel CCD to render images in magnificent detail and a DIGIC III Image Processor for stellar quality and fast operation. Yet what sets the SD800 IS Digital ELPH apart is its Wide-angle 3.8x optical zoom with Image Stabilizer technology for rock steady zooms. The Canon SD800 IS Digital ELPH, it's the Digital ELPH that's a step ahead.(rb)
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Thank you. I bought the 2sx230 on 11/11/11 and I noticed outside in the bright sun light it captures movement well well and pretty sharp. Inside not so well. I want very much to learn how to use the ISO and how to make great photos using the manual functions. I bought the canon for its size, I will be traveling which is why I wanted a small camera. The shutter speed seemed to be the fastest. Thanks again these comments are very helpful, I'm really looking forward to getting to know my new camera.
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The indoor pictures are actually of VERY POOR quality. Canon SD1000 takes decent outdoor pictures, but it's dreadful indoor, especially when it's bright enough and auto flash is off.I am disappointed... the indoor picture quality is WORSE than much older models, when we had 2MP at maximum resolution.For weddings, you shouldn't go for anything lower than a digital SLR.
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I also have a Canon and am not impressed with it. I just purchased the Sony W170 because I have a family member who used at Christmas. I was impressed with the size and ease of use. I will have to replace all my memory cards and batteries. I am not too upset about the batteries as my Canon Sureshot took about 5 pictures and died. I even bought an extra battery, same thing. I am excited about getting the camera. Should arrive by Jan 6th.
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Im debating between those 2 as well, I always loved canon lenses, image quality in my opinion always outranked Sony. But recently my father bought the Sony a55 and image quality is amazing, my 12 year old sister took some pictures with it, and they look like done by a pro. Any help from experienced pros please!!!!, thanks in advance, I appreciate it!!
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Hello Amy. I see that you've not gotten a reply yet for a few days. I own the Canon SX130is camera that is nearly identical to that of the next version, the SX150is. I even owned the previous model of mine now, SX120is. THe only reason for the upgrade was to get HD video and stereo sound. Other than that, I loved that camera too. I've not studied the others you are deciding on but just looked them over. THere's not a "night & day" major difference between them. Differences of 2x zoom power is not major IMHO. Frames per second in burst mode shooting is. Size may be a factor too. But I can tell you why I like my camera. A manual flip up flash allows unmistakeable control over the flash and keeps the camera from waisting power charging for a flash that you didn't need for that shot. The option of complete manual settings is a must. And the advantage of using AA batteries gives you limitless flexibility of power. Don't let the negative reviews tell you that you cannot take lots of photos with this camera. If you get some high capacity rechargable batteries and enough for an extra set, you'll be good. Several here have recommended Sanyo Eneloop brand cells. That they come precharged and hold that charge for extended periods of storage time. A friend of mine used them and swears by them. I use Ansmann 2850 mAh batteries (which are higher capacity) and they give me nearly 200 more shots in my Canon SX20is than what is rated in the camera manual.
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Thanks Technology Guy...I have one more question since you guys know what you are talking about. I was just reading a lot of great reviews about the Canon PowerShot S90, it sells for the same price of the new Sony so price wouldn't be an issue. I'm just wondering from the Sony HX5V or the Canon PowerShot which one will be a better buy.
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Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the improvement in smartphone cameras has caused Canon to lower its prices to compete. Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the... » Read More Consider also the SD780, which is: 1. Canon's smallest Elph ever; 2. the only Elph with a tunnel-vision viewfinder; 3. the highest-rated Elph by the largest number of actual users. Otherwise, look to the more current Elph 300, a value and a genuine step upward in terms of focal length (24mm wide angle), power (5:1 telephoto), video (1080p), available light shots (HS system) and "feel" despite being almost as tiny as the SD780. Don't be misled by 100/300/500 categories or tempted to overpay for a Canon Elph 110. It was fine to spend over $200 for an Elph in 2009, but after 2010 the improvement in smartphone cameras has caused Canon to lower its prices to compete. « Show Less
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I am not obsessed with megapixel counts in cameras. I stopped printing sometime ago. My pictures go online or facebook. So I have to give up on the wish for a megazoom in a small package since I won't compromise picture quality for the zoom. I ruled out the S95 because of the zoom range. Now I have to reconsider. Other than the zoom, it still has most of the attributes I am looking for in a small package.Thank you so much for your research on sensor size and lens. This explains what I noticed for some years. My old trusty takes nicer pictures than many people's newer cameras. I am not obsessed with megapixel counts in cameras. I stopped printing sometime ago. My pictures go online or facebook. So I have to give up on the wish for a megazoom in a small package since I won't compromise picture quality for the zoom. I ruled out the S95 because of the zoom range. Now I have to reconsider. Other than the zoom, it still has most of the attributes I am looking for in a small package.Thank you so much for your research on sensor size and lens. This explains what I noticed for some years. My old trusty takes nicer pictures than many people's newer cameras.
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Thank you very much for your review and for posting the pics, which look really great. I am kicking myself for not preordering this camera. I kept vacillating between the Pentax K-X and this one. I would like to be able to take good photos in low light and to have a big zoom (like a moon shot, for example). Any insight you might have would be welcome.
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I frankly don't remember, it was for a fellow employee. But I did recently purchase a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 14.1 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD in Silver + 8GB SDHC + Sony Case + Card Reader + Replacement Battery + Accessory Kit for $128 for everything here on Amazon. We were very impressed with everything plus it saved ordering everything separately. Compare the two cameras and see if it measures up. I'm sorry I couldn't help with your question. Have a great day :)
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If you plan to shoot inside photos with low light, the 4000 wins. Also, for continuous "burst" shooting of fast action--kids playing, etc. However, the SD series culminating in the 1400 is a proven, smaller, stylish Elph--better for all-around use, with unbeatable Canon images. If this was my only camera, I'd go with the SD1400 (and trust my steady hand for the low-light shots).
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I bought a Canon PowerShot SD1000 for my dad for his birthday and he loves it. His old camera wasn't digital but it was an ELPH and he wouldn't part with it until he got his new little baby.