PowerShot SD110 gives you the portability you want with nocompromises in power or capabilities. The slim stainless steel bodywith its new silver white finish makes a stunning design statement.Head-turning style excellent image quality and fun high-techfeatures with this camera you get it all!3.2 Megapixel CCD 2x Optical/3.2x Digital/6.4x Combined ZoomWith plenty of resolution for printing and online applications plus azoom that brings the action up close PowerShot SD110 delivers superiorperformance while giving you the compact portability you want.Print & Share ButtonA new dedicated Print & Share button right on the camera makesdirect printing from a Canon Card Photo Printer or Direct Photo Printereasier than ever. Enjoy a full range of print features including IDPhoto Print in 28 sizes and a Movie Print function that lets you printmultiple stills from a recorded movie on a single sheet. PictBridgelets you print direct from any PictBridge-supported printer as well.9-point AiAF Intelligent Orientation SensorThe cameras 9-point AiAF system makes sure your subject is instantlyand precisely focused no matter where it appears in the frame. AnIntelligent Orientation Sensor knows whether a shot was takenvertically or horizontally and automatically rotates images forviewing on the LCD screen or your computer. DIGIC Imaging Processor and iSAPS TechnologyCanons exclusive DIGIC Imaging Processor revolutionizes how you shootdigital by allowing the camera to process images faster and improvingthe accuracy of the autofocus. DIGIC also reduces the effects on noisein your images. iSAPS Technology is an entirely newscene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon.Using an internal database of thousands of different photos iSAPSworks with the fast DIGIC Imaging Processor to improve focus speed andaccuracy as well as exposure and white balance. Quick ShotThe cameras new Quick Shot function reduces the time lag betweenpressing the shutter button and start...
The ultracompact and highly stylish Canon PowerShot SD110 updates its predecessor, the SD100, with Canon's new Print/Share button, which helps you quickly send your photos directly to your printer or upload them to your PC. The SD110 also features 3.2-megapixel resolution; 2x optical zoom; nine-point artificial-intelligence autofocus (AiAF) for accurate, automatic focus; and a movie mode with sound.
Optics and Resolution
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| The PowerShot SD110 can create images of intense color and terrific quality--even in your biggest prints. |
The PowerShot SD110 offers a 3.2-megapixel CCD sensor that produces images up to 2,048 x 1,536 pixels, for photo-quality 8 x 10 prints or medium-quality 11 x 14 enlargements. Other resolution modes include 1,600 x 1,200, 1024 x 768, and 640 x 480. The superb all-glass 2x optical zoom lens has a focal length of 5.4-10.8mm (equivalent to 35-70mm in 35mm photography). It also incorporates a 3.2x digital zoom for a total zoom of 6.4x.
Movie Mode
The PowerShot SD110 lets you capture high-resolution 30-second video clips with sound at 640 x 480 (10 frames per second). You can also capture 3-minute movies at lower resolutions: 320 x 240 and 160 x 120 (both at 15 frames per second).
More Features
- Quick Shot function reduces the time lag between pressing the shutter button and starting exposure
- Nine-point artificial-intelligence autofocus (AiAF) for fast and sharp images, even with off-center subjects
- 1.5-inch low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD (118,000 pixels)
- Real-image optical zoom viewfinder
- Built-in flash with auto, redeye reduction, and slow sync modes
- Record a voice memo of up to 60 seconds and attach to images
- Shutter speed: 1/2000-15 seconds
- White balance control: Auto, preset (daylight, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, fluorescent H), or custom white balance
- 2x to 10x zoom into captured images while reviewing via LCD
- Continuous shooting: 2.2 frames (maximum 12 images)
Canon Technology Features - DIGIC Imaging Processor: While much technical discussion of digital cameras centers around the optics and the CCD sensor, the complex task of image rendering is the job of the image processor--the "brains" of a digital camera. Canon's latest, exclusive DIGIC imaging processor significantly enhances digital camera performance in numerous areas. DIGIC's high-speed signal processing is combined with high-capacity buffering to give Canon digital cameras fast response and continuous shooting capability unmatched by other digital cameras. DIGIC delivers longer battery life and beautiful, rich color rendition with far fewer white saturation problems. And DIGIC's unequaled precision delivers clear, noise-free images that are demonstrably superior.
- iSAPS Technology: Canon iSAPS (Intelligent Scene Analysis based on Photographic Space) technology dramatically improves the performance of AF (autofocus), AE (autoexposure), and AWB (auto white balance). By analyzing a huge volume of photography data accumulated over 60 years and the manufacturing of over 150 million cameras, Canon engineers arrived at statistical relationships among focal length, focus distance, scene brightness, and other factors. Equipped with this "foreknowledge," Canon PowerShot cameras can optimize AF/AE/AWB settings for any given scene more rapidly and more effectively.
- Multipoint AiAF: Canon's wide-area, multipoint AiAF (artificial-intelligence autofocus) automatically selects one or more focusing points based on factors such as subject position and motion. AiAF works in conjunction with iSAPS Technology to more quickly and accurately achieve autofocus under a wide variety of shooting conditions. You get fast, accurate AF whether you hold the camera horizontally or vertically, whether you have stationary or moving subjects, with off-center subjects, and even in low-light or low-contrast situations.
Advanced Printing
The camera features Canon's Print/Share button, which illuminates when a successful connection is made between the camera's USB port and a PictBridge-compatible printer or Windows PC. When it is lit, pushing the button will print the currently displayed image (based on the printer's default PictBridge or Direct Printer settings) or automatically transfer the image to your PC. When connected to a Canon compact photo printer, the camera/printer combination allows for "movie-prints" (sequential frames of a movie clip printed as thumbnails on a single card) and photo IDs (passport-style ID photographs).
Direct Photo Printers
For large-format desktop printing, try one of the Direct Photo Printers which allow you to print directly in one of two ways: plugging the compatible PowerShot camera into the Direct Photo Printer using the supplied cable, or simply inserting a memory card with a supplied adapter. You can also connect the printer to your computer, for more options. Print high-resolution, borderless images in postcard size or as 8.5 x 11s within minutes.
| | Canon Direct Printers |
| i9900 | i900D | i960 | i860 | i80 | i475D | i560 | S830D | S530D |
| PowerShot SD110 |  | | | | | | | | |
| CP-330 | CP-300 | CP-220 | CP-200 | CP-100 | CP-10 | | | |
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Storage and Transfer
Images and video are stored on tiny Secure Digital (SD) memory cards; the camera is also compatible with MultiMedia cards (MMC). The included 16 MB card holds approximately 21 images at the large/fine setting. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1 connectivity, which means the camera can be connected to any USB-based computer running Windows Me/2000/XP or Mac OS 8.6 or later without your having to install any software.
Power and Size
The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NB-3L). With the LCD on, you will get approximately 210 shots; with the LCD off, 550 shots. It measures 3.35 x 2.20 x 0.94 inches and weighs 5.82 ounces without batteries.
What's in the Box
The package contains the PowerShot SD110 digital camera, a 16 MB Secure Digital memory card, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NB-3L), a battery charger (CB-2LU), USB and A/V cables, and a wrist strap. The software supplied on the CD-ROM includes the browsing and printing programs ZoomBrowser EX (Windows) and ImageBrowser (Mac). Other software includes PhotoStitch and the photo- and movie-manipulation programs ArcSoft PhotoStudio and VideoImpression.
1 Finish on camera poor, otherwise no problems.
I bought this camera less than 3 months ago and though it is easy and fun to use, the silver finish on the camera body is quickly wearing away on the points where it is held to take photographs. The camera really looks dingy for being just a few months old, and I intend to contact Canon about this flaw. Otherwise it does take nice pictures, and the battery life is outstanding.
2 Hmmm...
Hmmm...
As an avid motorcycle fan I was looking for a camera, which could easily be taken along in a jacket, on the belt, in a pouch without bulging too much. When prices came down on Amazon to US$ 190,oo it was a "now or never" decision. It was my Christmas present for myself.
Basically I am very happy and get many envious looks from my fellow bikers at the club. Simple to use - although too many features spoil the cook - easy to operate in a "quick draw" situation, and small, the main reason for having bought it.
A few drawbacks:
á The paint started to rub off within a week! Even if always kept in its leather case. This is a joke! After 5 months of use the top starts to rub off as well, giving it a funky look like if it has been used for years. Low resale value!
á I still haven't found a workable combination of self-timer and flash. Sometimes the photographer wants to be in the picture as well. Right?
á Without the flash, pictures tend to be too dark, which means that the aperture automatic isn't compensating in the right way.
I'll give it a three and a half out of five.
Best regards from Costa Rica, and for the bikers out there: keep it vertical and the rubber side down!
Haymo Henry Heyder
3 disappointed by unexpected flaws
Like many other buyers, I was attracted by its compact cute size and positive reviews (and the clearance price of course). There are two flaws that disappointed me. The silver paint on the camera body started to rub off after two weeks of light use indoor. The flash is very harsh; it makes every light colored surface appear shiny, resulting in over-exposed photos. These flaws (especially the harsh flash) were mentioned by other reviewer here. If I didn't send the UPC for a rebate, I'd have returned the camera. By the way, mine was made in Japan. Don't believe the myth about Japanese manufacturing. Their optics are relative good because they have been in the camera business since the 60s, but the body paint rubbing off in less than two weeks? That's a joke!
4 Love My PowerShot
After owning several 35mm's in my life and several point and shoot cameras, I just wanted an easy to use, takes good pictures, digital camera - and one that was compact. This camera fit the bill better than I ever imagined it would. I LOVE the battery life with this camera, it lasts and lasts. I love the quick response (oh those pets and grandkids) and I get great (not good) pictures. I have recommended Canon's Elph to two other friends; they bought them and they love them; and I'm buying one for a daughter's b-day gift. I bought the little leather case - ok, so it's CUTE, but this little camera goes in my purse with me everywhere. I am so past big bulky cameras - I LOVE this camera. My husband (I'd never seen him use a camera in 17 year of marriage) got a 45 second "here's how to use it" lesson on the way to the airport for a business trip to Tokyo and Seoul. HE took great pics and videos. I was amazed. I waited a long time to buy a digital camera, I did a lot of research, and I got the right one. I take adult people pics, grandkid pics, pet pics, work pics, scenery pics - have a spectacular picture of Mt St Helens from inside a plane. This is one versitile little camera. Canon should pay me for my tesitmonials - I am such a convert! I'll never own any other kind of camera again. From a non-technichal, everyday users's "value" perspective, this is a good - no, great camera and a great buy. I am so enjoying my digital camera experience.
5 Great value
I love the convience and quality of the photos so far. Battery life is fine and the video quality is great. Very easy to point and shoot, ut is a little slow during between pictures.
This is and overall great value however I wish the zoom were a bit etter
6 Best digicam deal on the internet.
Now that this camera is on sale for $160, it is by far the best deal available right now. It takes amazing pictures, is easy to use and is very conveniently sized. The newer model which replaces it boasts a 1/2" bigger lcd screen and 3x optical zoom instead of 2x. It also costs $300 for these 2 extra features. Take advantage of this great deal while it lasts!
7 Great On The Go Digital Camera!!!
If you're looking for a ultra-compact camera that you can carry around with you everywhere, than this is your camera.
It's the smallest camera with optical zoom in the market.
It's also very light weight but yet so strong built.....plus it looks great but most importantly, it takes GREAT pictures.
LCD is bright & big enough for most people.
You can't go wrong with the Canon PowerShot SD110.
8 not that good and worst of the Digital Cameras I used
I expected it was good after I saw those reviews. But I found that the color and brightness of the pictures taken by the camera was really bad compared to others. Whatever I set the parameters, it still worked ugly.
Another issue is the battery is Canon's special battery instead of general AA or AAA. So you have to buy another battery as backup.
(...)
9 Great camera!
This is a great little camera. It is my first digital, and I love it! I was a little worried about buying it after reading some of the reviews, but I have had no problems with it so far. I have even dropped it twice (bad me!) but it still works great. The first time I dropped it the battery pack came loose, so it didn't turn on until I figured that out. Small moment of panic! The photos are quite good depending on the settings you choose. I first went for the smallest size and compression (640x480 and Normal which allows for 126 pictures with the included 16MB SD card), but found the pictures a little blurry on my PC. Right now my camera is set on Fine compression and small size (which allows for 80 pictures) and I find that the resolution on my PC is clearer. The camera easy to use, and the manuel is pretty straightforward. The best part is that I didn't even need to install anything on my computer to download the pictures from the camera since Windows XP does that automatically. I just plug in the cables and off we go. Also, it is nice and small so it can fit in a purse or pocket no problem. But I recommend getting a case for it. It is a little heavier than I expected, but not ridiculously so. Also, you have to hold the power button down for a few seconds for the camera to turn on. The price is definitely attractive! It is a $400 camera for less than half! Don't hesitate. If you are considering buying a digital camera, you won't be disappointed with the SD110.
10 dead pixels
I got this camera a couple weeks ago to find out every picture I took had a red dot in it. I think it's due to a dead pixel. I sent it back only to receive another one with the same problem. Now I'm just getting a refund for it. The red dot only comes out on darker pictures and it can be photoshopped easily.
The overall quality of this camera is excellent. The colors are very vibrant. It has a strong sturdy feel to it. The battery life is great compared to my last camera. The flash is too bright though, almost blinding. If it wasn't for the dead pixel and the flash this camera would be perfect.
11 It doesn't get any better than this!
I was amazed at the features in this camera for this very low price. The pictures come out flawless even low resolutions. There are so many variables which you can adjust for taking that perfect photo. While it is very easy to use for the novice photographer, it is still going to take a year to go through the manual because of the endless features integrated into this unit. Canon gets an A+ for this one!
12 Wellknown brand, great camera & features, and great price.
I was referred by a friend to get Canon SD series. After I got it(read the "Camera User Guide" it worth your time) I cannot agree more. These days the price of SD card is becoming more competitive so I think why not get a card >16MB. Anyway, this is a great digital camera with a great price, I have no complain.
13 What more can you ask for?!?!?
This camera is awesome. A lot of bang for the price. This little beauty is just slightly larger than my cell phone, and since I don't like to carry large purses, it fits neatly in mine. The pictures are beautiful, I had no problem with the included software, and compared to my old camera (4 years old, RIP) it downloads it's pictures in a snap instead of an hour. I was a little confused by the camera's functions and menus, but that is because I never read instructions, so my shortcoming, not the camera's. I definitely recommend this sweet little camera with the big roar!
14 Simply little camera
You get what you pay for in this case you get a small camera for little money that works great, for the purpose intended. I bought this camera for my wife who has a fear of anything digital. The camera is easy to use and takes good pictures. The 3.2 MP is enough for most people (who needs a 2' x 3' picture). The 2x zoom is a little weak, if you want more spend an extra $100+, I don't think the difference between 2x and 3x is worth it (my camera has 10x ) We use this camera mostly inside parties etc where you don't need a long lens. This camera is definitly worth the price, I would recommend getting a larger SD card right away (128?).
15 One word: WOW
This is a great camera at twice the price. But at this discount, it's unbelievable. I'd been wanting to buy a Canon Digital Elph for a while now to replace my 2MP Fuji, and I'm glad I waited and got this one! Great auto mode for those shooters who want simplicity, and also versatile manual features for photogs who need more control. The best part is how compact and sturdy it is, so you can take it with you everywhere, everyday, because you just never know when a good photo op may present itself. I can't even say how often I found myself camera-less when I saw a potentially great picture op in front of me because I never liked carrying around my old digicam. But now, with the SD110 strapped to my belt or in my backpack, I'm ready to shoot at a moment's notice. Piece of advice on a carrying case: Do NOT buy the leather sheath offered, it sucks. Instead I bought a $15 Lowepro case at Best Buy specifically designed for the Digital Elphs... The camera fits just right, and the case has a pocket for an extra battery or SD card. Enjoy!
16 A great little point and shoot camera
I've had this camera for about a month, and I carry it with me everywhere. My purpose for buying it was so that I could always keep a small camera clipped to my belt to take pictures of the many "cute" moments my toddler spontaneously created. In doing this, I have found that this camera can take great pictures.
Keep in mind that any piece of technology is meant to meet a fairly narrow set of needs, but for me this camera is perfect. I don't print snapshots at a size larger than 5 by 7; I don't expect people who look at them to pore over them with a magnifying glass; I am not at all interested in using this camera for professional purposes; and I am by no means a professional photographer.
That said, let me tell you what I love about this camera: It is extremely well-built, and is far more substantial than you would expect given its diminuative size. It has a good battery that will easily last you through even a long vacation without needing to be recharged. It is so portable that I need never be without it; this is a huge plus, considering that I am mostly interested in candid shots of my family and friends. The controls are intuitive and easy to understand. It comes with a great manual that explains everything. I have generally found this to be the case with Canon's products, and this camera is no exception.
Well, what's wrong with it? It should be taken as a given that the memory cards that come with these cameras are useless. I knew this up front, and bought a 256 meg card that says it will hold 270 pictures at max resolution (nice). The 2x optical zoom is limiting, but it suits my purposes fine. If you really feel like you need more than this, you'll pay a lot more for it in a camera of this quality. About 1 in 3 portrait shots has some red-eye, even with the red-eye reduction flash on. This tends to be a pretty standard complaint for tiny cameras, so I view it as a trade-off for its portability.
This one will likely be discontinued as soon as they sell out of their present stock, so if you think it meets your needs then by all means buy it. It's a great little point and shoot camera.
17 ...Worked good for about 45 minutes
The Negative:
I liked the camera's user-friendliness and the quality of the photos. However, I only got to use the camera for a total of about 45 minutes. Toward the end of it's life it just shut off by itself. I turned it right back on and just a few minutes later it DIED altogether, leaving the lense open. I tried everything to revive it, including fully recharging the battery but to no avail.
It appears I got a camera with the same defect as "BigDaddyWill" (his review was on January 9, 2005). Maybe I should have heeded the warning...
The Positive:
I got a GREAT price on the camera and purchase of the camera made me eligible for a $70.00 rebate on a Canon printer!
Amazon's staff were great!. They took my call, heard my story and now my free replacement is on the way (should be here in 4 days), and it looks like the process for returning my defective camera will be a breeze.
I trust I have better luck with the next one.
18 Incredible value, especially with the rebate!
I just got this camera, and I am astounded that something this small could take such great pictures. After reading countless reviews for various cameras (only seriously considering Canon), I came to the conclusion that the most important feature was portability. What good is a camera that's too clunky to take with you? And the SD-110 is about as small as digital cameras get. It is also very easy to use, I have yet to read the documentation, and this was my first digital camera. We were just looking for a simple snapshot camera, and this is perfect for us. And the low price makes this a true bargain, especially for a quality Canon camera.
In my case, I took advantage of the $70 rebate and picked up a Canon PIXMA IP3000 photo printer. I already had an HP printer that could do photos, but after the rebate the Canon printer was around $25... the ink is worth more than that, so the printer was basically free. I decided to get it as a dedicated photo printer, printing directly from the camera without constantly downloading photos to my PC. It's extremely easy this way, and I don't have to swap cables or change paper (I just leave photo paper loaded all the time). And the print quality is perfect, far better than I expected from a free printer. Another plus: ink for Canon printers is much cheaper than HP ink.
So with the photo printer, a case, and a Kingston 256MB memory card, the grand total for the purchase (after the rebate) was a little over $200. That's a deal that's pretty hard to beat.
19 gotta have it!
I just love this camera! It's small, easy to use, and it takes fantastic pictures. At the price amazon is offering it, you literally can't afford NOT to buy it. I have friends with similar versions of this camera and they swear by it as well.
Memory cards are really cheap right now-I personally bought a 128mb, which in my opinion is plenty (will hold over 100 pictures.) I also bought the leather case and it fits the camera snugly. Others have complained that it's TOO small because it won't hold anything else (extra cards, batteries, etc.) but why purchase a small camera if you're going to carry it around in a giant bag with a bunch of stuff? This case is good to have to protect it from being damaged in whatever bag/pocket you carry the camera around in...and it too is cheap.
20 Realization
After years of SLR use my first Digital Camera was a Canon G2. Took tons of great and numerous not so great pictures. My complaint was the tendency of digital photographs not being "smooth" (dont know what the technical term is but objects running diagonal in the pictures occasionally/frequently being jagged). My, as it turns out, uninformed conclusion was that it had something to do with resolution (pixels). When 8 megapixels hit the market, I coughed up the serious dough to buy the Olympus C-8080. The quality of the good pictures improved but but the number of out of focus or bad pictures increased. Yes, yes, I am not motivated enough to read all the materials on digital photography and use the knowledge to decipher the users manuals! (read lazy)
I needed a simple and small camera for my work, saw a great deal (under $150) for SD110, ordered and got it a couple of weeks back. The results are an eye opener. They are fabulous and the quality of the pictures on the monitor and printed on a Canon I-960, up to 8 1/2 x 11 size, rivals the ones from the Olympus.
The quality of the movie clips is as good as from the C-8080 and better than the 30 sec clips from the G2.
The lesson learned, and I think it applies to a vast majority of the people, is that mega pixels matter not specially for the point and shoot type of photography. I wish I knew that some time ago and not lugged the G2 during my Grand Canyon backcountry hike while not carrying sugar to avoid weighting down the backpack!
21 Great Camera, Amazing Price
I just got my camera 2 days ago and am already enjoying it tremendously. It was very easy to figure out and I was able to start using it after charging the battery for a mere 90 minutes (full charge). I purchased a 512 mb SD card as the 19 mb SD card it comes with is virtually useless. the 512 card was only an extra $40 (including shipping) and available on Amazon as well (Viking).
I had considered pricier, SLR-type cameras, as I was a photo major and am somewhat of a "photo snob." But I wanted a camera to use for snapshots, something portable and easy to use for nights out with friends and roadtrips, etc. This camera is perfect for snapshots and the resolution is perfect for those size prints. I can't imagine wanting to blow up any of these shots over 8X10 (I'd use my Nikon film camera for those types of shots). Can't wait to bring my SD card to make prints for the first time.
This camera is an all-around great buy and I highly recommend it.
22 Jaguar , at the price of hyndai
I am amazed at the simplicity of this camera , and the results are astonishing.
My friends have bought very expensive cameras .. professional looking and they take great photos .. and they have a "great" price too.. My camera gives the same results at less than half the cost..
This camera is equipped with all the good features that canon gives with its bigger brothers, yet its small in size.. stich assist work like a charm for the panoramas , u can control the shutter speed and light exposure manually- thats ample for night photos.. focus assist and focus lock are cool.
I liked the feature to add sound clips to ur snaps.. sort of captures the moment ..
Navigation between menu is great , and amazon also refunded 30 dollars after price drop(i got the camera just before this offer) !! I could not have asked for more..
check out my snaps from this camera at :
photos.yahoo.com/anubhavxgoel
cheers !
Anubhav
23 Made in JAPAN! Undeniable Quality.
Just couldn't pass up the $150 price point and didnt mind having an extra camera to carry in my back pocket for those just in case moments. Features surpass my Exilim S2 and image quality is crystal but best of all its Made in Japan. Attention to quality and detail is amazing.
Powerful little camera. Seems to have many of the features of my Canon G2... Anyways you won't regret this purchase. A+
24 Great!
I just got it today! I was so excited! It is a great camera for those who are new to Digital cameras. Its small and light. I love the style! It is easy to get used to. The zoom feature is ok, it would have been better but it is totally fine for everyday use! The pictures came out great! The movie mode is awesome. Overall, this camera is a great buy, and you'll be satisfied of its performance..
25 Love
I just got my camera yesterday. Its my first digital camera too. I shopped around for one for 5 months. I didnt want to get this one cause it came out last febuary 2004. I was thinking it would be old school. But, now that I have it, i'm so happy. Its small and great. i love it. Its my first digital camera. But, as of now i'm loving it. I'm just using it to take basic pics of friends and stuff. I'm now a photographer to the core, but i like to take snap shots and this camera is great for quick snap shots of friends and stuff. The software is great too and its easy to download to the computer to share with friends. I really like this camera. :)I hope this helps.
26 Great, till it malfunctioned....
Got this camera in July and love the size and weight of it. Taking pictures was quick and enjoyable and the movie mode has been awesome. Got exactly what I expected from it until.... in late October the camera would no longer focus properly. I've never dropped it and it hasn't been heavily used so I just can't explain what happened to it. When turning the camera on and trying to focus it just gets out of focus regardless of distance to object. This certainly is a warrantee issue, but luckily I didn't have to deal with Canon (who sound very difficult) due to the fact the airlines lost the bag the camera was in.
27 BEWARE
Okay, I bought this camera 1.5 weeks ago. Received a defective SD110 that had a stuck pixel that showed up on LCD and all photos. Was sent a replacement very quickly, got it - worked for 10 minutes and then completely died. Won't even turn on, lense is stuck in open position. Tried different batteries, everything, it's just plain dead.
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28 Small, Sleek & Sexy
The best & the smallest budget camera for point & shoot today. bought it in nov '04 from amazon, loved it since then. 2x zoom may seem less, but i think its fine for everyday use. The pictures always come out sharp & crisp, even under low lighting. Infact i've dropped it twice & nothing happened !! except for a few scratches on its case. Had it been made of plastic, it surely would not have survived. the aluminium casing is a big plus. people go GAGA over it whenever someone sees it for the first time. Its samller than a pack of cigarettes. At the price which its selling right now... don't think anyother camera can beat it in convineance & style.
29 Fantastic.
This camera is great. I have absolutely no complaints about it. It is compact, stylish, and takes great pictures. It is so nice to have a camera that is literally pocket-sized. I love it.
I am a college student, and I am always hanging out with my friends or going to parties on the weekends. Due to its small size, I can conveniently have my camera with me for any photo opportunities or "kodak moments" that might come up while I am out and about. It is perfect for the college student on the go.
30 Does everything the non-professional user would need.
This camera is by far the best camera I have had. I cannot speak for those wanting to take complex shots. I have only used a couple of the specialized modes very rarely, such as black & white.
From those who want a great snapshot camera for the money, this is it. The camera has been in service for about a year now with no problems. The camera's computer seems to get the autofocus and light levels right just about every time. Buttons and camera menus are thoughtfully laid out and relatively easy to use. Some of the hieroglyphics that are used to describe some of the advanced functions are confusing. Otherwise, I was able to use the camera without reading the instruction booklet.
Battery life is exceptional. I can take about 150 photos with flash and have the LCD screen active. Switching batteries and SD cards is easy. The access door on the bottom serves both.
The included PC software works relatively well. The Zoombrowser software lets you page through all photos on the memory card and download only the ones you would like. The only drawback is that with the larger memory cards, it does take about 60 seconds to show all the photos as thumbnails. This is not a big problem though. It is the exact time I need to mix myself a drink...
I would recommend getting a 256 or 512kb memory card. The SD card that is included is small. I would also suggest users buy an additional battery. You don't want to be in the middle of a party and be required to charge the battery. The secondary battery will sit on the shelf for about a month or two before losing its charge. I purchased an aftermarket battery for about half the cost of the Canon battery. It seems to have the same performance as the OEM battery. You may wish to buy the Canon case to preserve the camera's good looks. I bought the Canon leather case for about $10 from Amazon.
Overall, the camera's logical design and small package make it a great choice for snapshot use.
31 Warning: Canon's repairs will cost you BIG!
OK, so the camera's probably pretty good, but I wouldn't know. My daughter saved for a YEAR to buy this cute little guy, and within three weeks it was on its way to the shop.
It wasn't really the fault of the camera--it was the fault of the lousy case Canon's marketing to go along WITH the camera. DO NOT buy the soft leather case--virtually ANYTHING else you can pick up at Wal-Mart (including a folded sheet of Bounty) will protect the camera just as well or better.
There is NO point to a stainless-steel bodied camera, in terms of durability, unless that LCD screen is protected as well. In our case, the camera was in its case, in her purse, before she brought it to me, in tears, with the LCD cracked internally.
Of course, this is NOT covered under Canon's warranty (and it's a good reason to buy from another dealer offering an extended warranty that DOES cover accidental damage), and you need to be aware that repairs do not come cheap: I was quoted a price of $100, plus shipping and handling, and the number rose to $150 once the factory service center had the camera in hand. (This was a flat rate for an LCD repair on the SD110; it's not like they determined that there was something else wrong with the camera!) This is just unfair and dishonest business practice, in my opinion, and you may want to reconsider buying a Canon camera on account of it. Heck, given the price of a brand-new SD110 is about $180, it made ME reconsider having the repair done!
Anyway, Canon's reputation for producing a nice camera is one thing, but DO NOT buy their case, and pray fervently that you won't need their service!
32 Good size and quality for the price
Can you get a better camera than this one? For real.
Is that camera going to cost you more? For real.
Is the cost difference woth the extra cash? Not for me.
It's small enough to fit in your pocket and takes good pics. It's probably not enough for the pros or anything, but I don't think the pros were looking at this camera in the first place.
33 skip this one
1. hard to hold.
2. not easy to operate
when you go out with this camera, bring your user manual with you.
3. software is not user friendly. also cause lot of resources
4. The small battery even doesn't hold enough power to finish the 32M disk. That is how canon make money.
5. picture quality is not better than other cameras within same price range.
34 Good but not great
I just got the camera a few days ago. ON the whole I realy like it. the zoom could be better, but they have other cameras for that. The flash is a little bright but its okay too. Most of the time pictures come out great. I have a little bit of truble getting it to focus where i want it too but I think it is my fualt not the cameras. This is my first camera ever so I think some of my problems are that I don't know how to use all the featurea quit right(yes I did read the manual). I think after a little more playing I will have it figuered out and this camera will be my new best friend. However my next camera will be 4 or 5 meagapixles.
35 Works fine but looks bad
I buy it on December 15 aprox. Yesterday, Jan 23 I want to use my camera and take some photos... when I see my camera (made of steel or other material non-plastic) it was little oxidized!
The camera was stored with original leather Canon Case, and never used before.
Think before buying this camera, today it's oxidized from surface, tomorrow from inside components.
36 Not a good value for the price.
1. Memory sold with the camera is only 16M( 8 shorts of high resolution). You'll have to spend extra $40 to get 512M, so you can use all features you paid in that camera( video, and 2048x1536 resolution ).
2. You'll need an extra battery, since Canon will just tell you - "Cnange battery" and shut the camera. Their recharge warning will not warn you agead of time. ( Add extra $40 for extra battery ).
3. You'll need, an AC adaptor, when uploading or connecting camera to TV ( add another $40 ).
So, the price of the camera will have to be 50% more or extra $120, or you get a car without gas and a spair.
37 Three weeks in use... already broken!
Ditto what everyone's written about the SD110's portability, image quality and attractive design. I am a Canon fan (use a S45) and bought this camera from Amazon.com as a Christmas present for my sister. She's used it for about three weeks and is over in DC. Today, she called and let me the know the camera "froze" all of a sudden. She was taking pictures indoors with a freshly charged battery. The camera turned itself off for no apparent reason, then restarted only to freeze up again in mid-start operation. The zoom lens extended about halfway and the SD110 just went dead. I suggested that she get a new battery and try again, but after a $60 battery purchase at a nearby Ritz Camera, nothing changed.
She's already contacted Canon (Saturday afternoon) and they couldn't troubleshoot this issue over the phone so asked her to mail the camera in with the warranty materials to have it fixed under warranty. (It's a one year limited warranty.) Takes about 7-14 days to repair and they'll mail it back 2-day express, on them.
Other than this incident, which seems to be rather isolated because I couldn't find other reports of similar issues with the SD110, we were pretty satisfied with the SD110 purchase. I would have rated the SD110 with higher (stars) marks, but it's difficult to rate highly a defective unit... Canon fan or otherwise!
38 Why size is important... and why the Elph is awesome...
If you're not frequently taking pictures of your friends, family and life's minor events... If you wish you had lots of pictures of people through the years, but you don't... It may not be all your fault! It could just be that your current camera is too big!
Even a relatively compact digital camera gets left home when you're heading out for some frisbee in a t-shirt and shorts. And forget it if you're going to a formal event and that little black purse of yours barely holds your driver's license, some cash and a Chapstick!
If you want to take more pictures of your life, get a digital Elph.
In the days when I could not carry my camera in my pocket, I would not bring a camera to most "events". I eventually realized that I had hardly any pictures of the people, informal events and spontaneous moments that make up most of my life.
Oh, I had a great SLR camera. And I took some great shots of Diamond Head and Big Ben! But I almost always made a conscious decision to leave that camera home when I was just going out with friends or just plain didn't feel like carrying it (e.g. at football games, casual parties, birthday dinners with friends, camping, etc.) In other words, camera size dictated -- in advance -- that none of those moments were going to be photographed!
Enter the Elph. I received an APS Elph and all that changed. Even with its leather "case" (it was more like a sleeve), the Elph fit in my pocket. My coat pocket. My shirt pocket! Even my front jeans pocket!
These Elph cameras are literally the size of a pack of smokes.
Now I have an SD110 digital Elph. It lives in my coat pocket. I take pictures of things without any internal debates (e.g. Should I bring the camera? Is this worth a photo? How many pictures are left on the roll? Blah, blah blah.). Now, I just take the picture! If I want to keep it, I keep it. If I don't, I delete it. If I want to print it, I print it. If I want to send it via email, I send it.
For me, it was all about the size. As such, the Elph was the perfect choice.
The other reviewers have covered eveything, but I'll add a few comments just to back them up.
As for specs, the 3.2 megapixel, 2x optical zoom is just fine for the casual shutter-bug. That made the SD110 a good choice for me because it was adequate and still relatively inexpensive. The resolution is photo quality and that's all I need. As for the 2x instead of 3x optical zoom, if I want to zoom closer, I use my anatomical zoom (i.e. I step closer to my subject). But if that's not good enough for you, there are Elphs galore to meet your needs.
An Elph is small, right?, so it doesn't take regular batteries. That means you can't run to the store for batteries if it goes dead. All I'm saying is that, unlike cameras that use, say, AA rechargable batteries and, therefore, regular batteries in a pinch, the Elph requires some forethought. I.e., if you're traveling or you think your battery is not going to make it through that all-day event, plan ahead. Maybe get a second battery and/or throw the charger in the car and/or get a car charger, etc. After market accessories are available and are a lot cheaper than the Canon's.
The Elphs take great pictures, have great automatic features and plenty of manual options if you're so inclined.
The $5 leather case (amazon.com) meant for the APS Elph will do just fine. It doesn't fit like a glove, but it's only $5!
As with any camera, forget the 16MB card. Plan on getting a 256MB (on the web, they can be had for as little as $20 with some rebates). 256MB will seem like more than you'll ever use!
I also recommend that you get a card reader eventually (around $20). That way, you can download, edit, and upload back to the card (for that trip to the store for prints) without hooking the camera up to the PC.
The included ZoomBrowser software seems more cumbersome than other software I already have, but it works.
Good luck!
39 The best value out there. Buy it!
I wanted to get a smaller digital camera than my Pentax D380 (great camera but not pocket size). BUT I did not want to spend big bucks. I actually bought a smaller Pentax but returned it - you get what you pay for and it was too cheap. I jumped on amazon and read the reviews for the Canon SD110. So I dove in and bought it. In my experience, it is the best value and has the most features of any camera in its class. If you are just point and shoot and develop 4X6 prints, this is it.
I also bought a 256 card and a back up battery. The card included is a joke - holds about 15 pics. Small warning: the camera has no continual battery power indicator light - when low it just suddenly flashes a red battery icon at which point you have about 5 pics left - then it goes dead. Just keep a back up handy.
I love this camera. Amazon was great - shipped it fast, free and gave me the best price.
40 This cam is really cool!
Bought this cam with my first salery and , it was the coolest piece i bought myself for christmas. This cam is compact ,just the size of ur palm which makes it easy to carry.Coupled with the canon's latest technology I rate this piece as something which gives you your moneyz worth.
41 Great small camera
I bought not only one but a few of this camera and gave it as gifts. It is easy to use and fast. Just buy it for the price, you will not regret.
42 You will never take pictures the same way again... fabulous
I own three digital cameras and a pricy SLR and the Canon SD110 has made all the others obsolete. This camera changed my photo-taking behavior and excitement, and now I always carry it in my bag or pocket. First, you should know Canon and Nikon make the best digital cameras - primarily because they were smart in outsourcing electronics to the best Chinese component manufacturers (Flextronics, Celestica) and used their own industry-leading optical lenses. I prefer Canon because of ease of use (both camera and downloading to PC), braoder range of sophisticated features, rock solid reliability, accessories (you must get the cute leather case... all your friends will ask!), and the cameras just *look* and *feel* infinitely cooler.
The SD110 is a small, powerful, high performer even among its Canon peers. Though I provide a balanced view below, as a connoisseur of every new technology out there for cameras, I can attest this little machine boasts a ton of horsepower.
The Pros include:
1. Great pictures (up to 8"x10")
- balanced color resolution (thanks to the Digic processor)
- outside pictures are brilliant, inside pictures come out fine, though the flash is a bit strong to compensate
- nice redeye reduction, but this does delay the picture by a half second or so
- photo zoom mode, so you can zoom into part of a picture (or "move around" the picture) to check clarity, color, etc. immediately after taking the shot
2. Customizable features on par with top-line cameras
- all the same features of my Canon Rebel 2000 SLR and 3x more expensive Powershot G5. Landscape, portrait, moving images,
- color schemes are better and broader than Nikon, Sony, and Olympus: black & white, sepia, neutral, vivid, etc.
3. Ease of use
- simple menu structure, no complicated buttons
- delete bad pictures with ease, effectively increasing your total photo capacity
- photo inventory mode (advancement from earlier Canon models) that lets you look at 8-12 pictures simultaneously and flip quickly through memory by screen shots rather than one picture at a time (critical for memory cards over 64MB)
- "smart" download to Canon Zoombrowser (software that comes with the camera) - just plug in and it automatically downloads
- Zoombrowser software (new version) is clearly superior to earlier generations, and I did not need to buy Photoshop (other camera brands come with a poor software interface so you need to spend an add'l $80-100 on photo editing software)
4. Physical attributes
- compact and lighter than even the S300/400/500 series, fits in your pocket or purse easily
- SD card is wafer thin and cheaper than compactflash (which most other cameras use)
- nice silver/chrome metal finish that catches the eye
- solid rechargable battery (can take 80-100 pictures using the LCD screen) before next recharge
- recharger is small and very cool: battery slips into the bay, and the unit goes right into the wall socket
- one touch on-off (does NOT turn on-off by accident as some other cameras do)
The Cons (none of these are deal-breakers):
1. optical zoom (2x) could be more powerful but digital zoom does a decent job compensating (G5 and SLRs are superior here)
2. shutter speed can be improved: 1.0 second to take pictures (vs. 0.2sec for SLR, 0.5sec for G5), and then you can adjust how long the camera holds the LCD image for you to see
3. Included memory card (16MB) is useless. Think of this as a "practice starter"; you will want at least a 128MB SD (120 pix) or 256MB SD (245 pix) memory cards - both cheap and under $30 extra. Picture counts are estimated and at high resolution
You will not regret buying this camera. Simply amazing how much this has changed my picture taking behavior.
43 SD110
I can describe this camera in one word: FABULOUS. This little camera is the whole deal, all rolled up into a tiny package. It has everything you'd need. It takes great picture with amazing clarity and vibrant colors, the videos are of great quality, and on top of that, it is the most adorable camera I've ever seen.
The 16MB memory card included with this camera is much too small, so I'd definitely recommend buying one that is at least 256MB. I have a 512MB SanDisk memory card. On the highest setting for this camera (superfine at 2048x1536), it holds about 302 pictures. On the lowest (normal at 640x480), it holds 4419.
Battery life has been okay. It's not amazing, but it is pretty good, considering the camera's size and functions. If you turn off the LCD, it saves a lot of battery, but I definitely prefer to use it. Also, some people have recommended buying an extra battery. I personally have not, but if you are going to be going on a trip where you won't be able to plug in the battery charger, it'd be helpful.
The body of the SD110 is very sturdy. It's a cool silver-white metal (though at times it looks almost champage. Amazon's pictures are somewhat misleading because the color of the camera looks different in real life) and has not yet gotten a scratch. Just in case, however, I bought the PSC-50 soft leather case. Though I wish it was included, it's only an additional $10 and can keep your camera in tip-top shape.
If you are just a snap-shot photographer like me (I take pictures of friends, etc), then this is the best camera to get. If you are looking for something more professional and need more than 2X optical zoom, then you might want to reconsider. All in all, this is an amazing camera, and you should most definitely buy it!
44 Great camera
I won't give this camera five stars because that would reflect perfection and that just does not exist. So I'll give it four stars with major prejudice toward the fifth. I generally shoot video, but really hate those camcorder/camera combinations. If you want to shoot video, get a camcorder. If you want to shoot stills, get a camera. So that is what I did. This unit is exceptional. I mean exceptional in every way. Clean, well designed, simply to use, and it offers manual controls that allow the artistic side in all of us. I hear complaint about the zoom. Granted, you might be a sports or nature photographer and need a long lens, but most of us folk can simply move closer for some tight framing. I also purchased the underwater case and was really impressed with that unit. Fits the camera like a glove, plus give you access to all controls. I'm using it when I shoot in very bad weather. Get this camera. lt don't buy the AC power adapter. Amazon's web site stated it would work on the SD110 but it does not. I had to return it.
45 Excellent Camera (But NO color choice)
I received this camera yesterday. I am very happy with the SIZE and PERFORMANCE. But AMAZON sent me Champagne color (light gold) But I was expecting the silver color (As it was shown in the website).
46 Great, Great and Great pictures!!! 2 star customer support
This little camera takes incredibly good pictures, very nice colors and excelent size. functionality is friendly user, and the features are very good. however its sad to say that customer support is not what I expected of Canon, my camera's metal case (2 months old) has started to deteriorate in a great matter. I took it to a cannon representative and they said that Canon would only replace the case but not the camera. considering that this is a new camera and that this is a known quality problem for them I think that they could of done better and replace the unit. if you are considering buying this device take in consideration that Canon has recently discontinued this unit due to quality issues.
47 Great camera
Ive had my camera for over 6 months now, i take it everywhere. its small and light and functional. I just throw it in my bag or pocket and take pictures of everyone and everything. im the resident camera taker of my group of friends.
i only wish it had greater optical zoom, becuz who needs digital when u can crop on your computer. all in all...great camera.
48 AWESOME CAMERA!!!
I bought this a couple months ago and am very pleased. The pictures come out great, it's easy to use, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE how small it is!! I needed something REALLY small, that I can carry around in my pocketbook, and this fits the bill. Once you see how small it is, you'll realize how BIG some of the others are, like the Kodak EasyShares. Battery life is excellent, and I know that's a HUGE problem with the EasyShares and many other cameras. I did a lot of research before buying and I'm very happy with my purchase. DEFINITELY buy a second battery, and always have it ready just in case.
I haven't figured out all the manual controls yet, but I like that they're there for when I become more advanced.
You won't be disappointed, I'm very picky, and it's a GREAT camera!
49 BIG BANG FOR THE BUCK
This is one of the best point-and-shoot 3 megapixel cameras currently produced. As with all Canon PowerShot SD series cameras, the SD110 is very easy to use. Key features include an adequate 2x optical zoom, bright 1.5" LCD screen, and movie video with sound mode. In addition, it focuses quickly, the flash is bright, and the battery life is generous. While the S410 is better than the SD110 in megapixels (4 mp vs. 3 mp) and in zoom (3x vs. 2x), the SD110 is better than the S410 in that:
(1) The SD110 is a smidgeon smaller. You'll notice the difference in your pocket.
(2) The SD110 has a better movie resolution. 640x480 on the SD110; 320x240 on the S410.
(3) The SD110 has fewer buttons in the back panel making it slightly easier to use.
(4) The SD110 is about $100 cheaper.
The optical zoom on the SD110 is less than ideal, but it has all the other must-have features, and it packs that in a teeny-tiny body--you can easily carry this in (guys) your pocket or (gals) your purse. Plus it's packaged in a beautiful white-silver exterior. A must-have accessory is a much bigger SecureDigital memory card (get at least a 256MB card). An extra battery would also be helpful--since this camera comes with an external charger--so that you will always have a fresh battery handy.
EDIT (11/27/04): Canon has introduced the PowerShot SD200 which gives you 3x optical zoom, a 2" LCD screen, and a host of other improvements.
50 Excellent Still Picture Quality !
If you just need a digital camera to take pictures in the sun light, you can almost pick any digital camera.
But if you want your camera to take great pictures under all different light conditions (i.e. in door, with dark background, wedding photos and other complex light situations), then Canon SD110 will be the only choice. Thanks to Canon DIGIC Image Processor and iSAPS Technology, this Canon SD110 really takes perfect pictures in all different light conditions, which no compact digital camera from other vender can match.
However the Canon case for SD110 is very dispointing, which is really designed for the bigger S500/S410 and is too big for SD110/SD100.
I found the most beautiful, perfect fitting leather case for Canon SD110/SD100 from [...]
51 Easy to Use, Great camera!!!
I don't understand the review of the person below that complains about this camera. This is one of the best and easy to use. I have the S400 and got this one for my sister. This one is smaller and lighter than mine, and the quality is as good. Yes, you will need to purchase a bigger capacity SD Memory card, but now a days those are cheap. The video function is easy to use and the quality is very good. I highly recommend this camera.
52 Very compact camera, great photos and features
My only complaint about the camera is the stingy SD card size of 16MB, but this is cheap and easy enough to fix.
Apart from that this camera seems to be an excellent buy. The battery charges very quickly, and seems to provide good life.
The photo quality is great, and the automatic mode seems to expose and fill-flash perfectly in every situation, similar to my Canon SLR.
The video feature works very well, and the microphone quality seems excellent even with a lot of background noise.
The flash seems to work great for indoor use (not tried outdoor yet) giving nice even coverage, and perfect exposures. The red-eye reduction seems to work great also.
The build quality seems to be great, and the bundled PC software and TV out cables mean that this camera can do pretty much everything I could want.
I would recommend this camera in a heartbeat if you are looking for a small point and shoot.
53 Ok... I Guess
After much consulting with my camera expert friend, I bought this camera. And after help from the camera guy in Target. I liked the Movie Mode with sound and picture quality... but I RETURNED THE CAMERA. I did not like how it zoomed. It only had a 2x zoom. I wanted more- so I got more for cheaper!
54 Terrible quality
This camera is by far the worst camera i have ever purchased in my entire life! When i bought this camera the pictures that i took turned out to be a diaster. Every thing about this camera is worse than terrible! There is not a bad enough word in the englsih language to describe the bad quality and unrealiblity of this camera! i suggest that if you are intersted in buying this junk, shop around for more choices
55 Great Camera For Point & Shoot
I just purchased this camera from my local camera retailer (cheaper than Amazon.com, if you can believe it!) after debating on the wisdom of forking over my money for this little machine. I have a fabulous Fujifilm S3000 digicam with a lot of zoom and great picture taking capibility, but I found I needed a smaller camera to carry around for those times when the S3000 would be too much of a hassle to haul places. That said, I knew deep down that I was pretty much set on the Canon PowerShot SD110 just because it was so darn cute. It's tiny, smaller than the Elph that a friend of mine bought last year, and can easily fit into the smallest of my purses without taking up much room at all. The size alone was what had initially sold me on it, and the fact that it has a good reputation for being a decent digicam (for reference, it's smaller than the average pack of cigarettes and more compact than some cell phones).
The biggest detractor for this camera is the optical zoom, however. It's just not as much as I would prefer, but that's a personal thing and others may find it works well for their needs. Since I have the larger Fujifilm camera to fill in for those times when I need a lot of optical zoom, the SD110 is perfect for just about any other situation. I also like the fact that it takes video with sound, the first of all of my digicams to offer audio recording.
The 3.2 MP is more than enough for quality photos, and I'm quite satisfied with the resolution. The flash seems a little harsh, but just a bit so. I like the fact that opperates on a rechargable battery, although this may present problems if you run out of juice somewhere where it's not possible to plug in the charger (camping trips, foreign countries, etc). In that case, it's wise to bring around a full charged back up battery.
I also bought a Lexar MMC/SD Reader and 256 MB memory card while at the store. The reader plugs into my computer via the USB port and the memory card is removed from the camera and inserted into the reader, which then uploads the photos. It's good to avoid draining the battery by directly hooking up the camera to the computer, although it's obviously not necessary if you don't wish to purchase it at an additional cost.
56 Great inexpensive digital camera for simple pont and click
Let's be serious. Most people aren't going to need that $2000 digital SLR camera with the 15X opitical zoom that looks like it'd be really cool to carry around and make everyone else very jealous of you. If you're looking for a great camera that you can carry around in your front pocket and not have people laugh at the bulge, then the SD110 is great. It's got just enough for you to have great photos of the people you care about without having to worry about things like shutter speed and ruining the moment. Best of all, it's inexpensive. I just got mine delivered last week and would definitely buy it again. One thing that is a must is buying at least a 64mb SD card; the 16 mb card that comes with the camera is pathetically small and will force you to have to keep running back to the computer all the time. Other than that, it's a great buy. Especially at amazon's price.
57 Just an SD100 with "pictbridge"
The SD110 is identical to the older SD100 model in every aspect, both technical specs and picture quality, except the SD110 model comes with the new PictBridge button, which gives you one-button printing to PictBridge-compatible photo printers. It's convenient if you never post-process your digital images, but I think most of us do perform some kind of enhancements like contrast adjustment and cropping. So it's better if you get the SD100 model for a lot less.
I don't like the 2x optical zoom. Everyone else is doing 3x, why is Canon still giving us 2x on ultra-compacts?
58 SD100 + PictBridge
I've chose this camera over Pentax Optio S4, Minolta Xg, and I've tried SD100 as well. Both Minolta and Pentax had better specs (x3 Zoom, 4Mp), however SD110 ends up making better pictures, and with no effort what so ever.
It is, probably, one of the easiest cameras to use. Automatic settings work perfect in almost all the cases. If you'd want to get comparable picture quality from other cameras you'll have to fiddle with manual controls for a few minutes, otherwise you get 4Mp worth of crap (and with high zoom factor as well).
Manual mode is rather simple, although lets you take good night shots (up to 15 sec. exposures). Macro mode is not as great as in other cameras, though.
Start up time is fast enough. Zoom is fast and very easy to control. Other controls are also well placed. One feature I particularly like is that it has separate "Func" and "Menu" buttons. "Menu" has basic camera settings, which are not used very often, and the "Func" menu contains all the picture settings, such as exposure compensation, ISO mode, compression quality, resolution, etc. It makes it much easier to find and change the settings you really need. The only thing I find inconvenient is the lack of a separate "quick view" button. It is necessary to use the mode selector instead.
Movie mode could be better too. Zoom and exposure are fixed the same moment you start shooting, so you do not have the same flexibility as a regular video camera (or Minolta Xg) has. At 640x480 resolution, max you can get is 30 sec at 15 fps, which makes this mode pretty much useless. The 320x240 mode is more practical in this sense. And the in-camera movie editing can help save some storage space when you need it.
As for the lens, you do get some purple fringing in rare cases. Vignetting is lower than in other ultra-compacts. Auto focus and resolution are also pretty good compared to the competition. I guess Canon decided to go a different way than the competition. They traded off zoom ratio instead of picture quality for the compactness.
To put it all together. If you want fast and easy to use point-and-shoot camera that takes great pictures as well, there is nothing better to choose from. Even considering all its weak points, it is still the best camera there is in its market segment.
I regret that I didn't get an SD100 for $60 less, though. Since I print all my pictures at Costco anyways, and do not need the stupid PictBridge button.
59 Fun Little Camera
So today is my third day with my SD110, and I've been having a great time with it. So here is a neat pros and cons list:
pros:
size- It's small, which is convienient.
nice outdoor shots- Every shot I've taken outside has turned out very beautiful. I took it out to a nearby garden and took pics of the flowers. The colors are vivid.
video with sound- Well, a lot of cameras offer video with sound, but I really like this feature. It's really fun taking random clips of thing.
easy to use- I read most of the manual because I'm a real dork about that kind of stuff, but most of the things I could have figured out on my own.
battery life- so far, so good. I've been liberal with the number of photos I take to get a feel for how long the battery will last. I've taken about 60-70 photos, not to mention a number of movie clips, which add up to about 10 or so minutes. Not to mention all the time spent playing around with the menus (yeah, switching to foreign languages is fun!). So I might be near the end of the battery soon...maybe tomorrow...
cons:
indoor shots- It's kind of difficult getting an indoor shot that I like, especially at night. The flash seems a little too strong and a lot of things in the foreground end up looking all over-lit and such. Although, I'm not a very experienced photographer and I'm still working out all the different functions so perhaps as I get more practice these will turn out better.
battery- After taking a lot of photos in a row, the battery pack starts to get kinda hot...and it's at the spot where you hold the camera, too. I vaguely remember the manual saying something about being careful about that. Also, the battery takes a long time to charge, so that isn't fun if you're wanting to take pictures.
not sure whether it's pro or con: zoom- The zoom on this camera is not very strong. That was my biggest argument against buying this camera, since I'm kinda crazy about zoom when I use my film camera. However, I found the zoom to be adequate for the types of photos I take (snapshots of friends, etc)...not as much as I'd like, but also I don't feel like I'm missing out, though.
All in all, I think if you're just a casual photographer, this camera is pretty good. After looking at so many cameras before finally buying this one, I came to realize that what mattered the most is your intended use for the camera. So buying a 5.0 MP or higher camera just b/c there's more pixels is not going to do you much good if you never make huge prints of your photos. If you just want something that can take some decent pictures of the school picnic or your dog and is easy to carry, SD110 might be the right camera for you.
60 Smallest of the Canon cameras delivers in every way!
I've had this camera for just over a month now and I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am with it. But I'm gonna try.
From my understanding, Canon went with the SD format on this camera to cut down on its body size, and it shows. Stylish and sturdy without the bulkiness and weight of other cameras, you can literally throw it in your pocket or purse and go.
Usability on this little number is top-notch. The AiAf focusing helps to ensure that you get the best photos every time, and the red eye reduction is on par with some of the best consumer cameras I've seen. Best of all, it's easy to use for anybody to use (my kid brother loves it more than I do), but when you're ready for something more, the camera's Manual Mode gives you a bevvy of options to work with.
The battery seems to go as long as you do (though I recommend buying an extra battery to be on the safe side), and how Canon managed to pack 3.2 MP's worth of quality into the SD110 is beyond me.
Setup on my computer was a snap. Running Mac OS 10.3, all I did was plug my camera in and voila, the camera was recognized immediately! I haven't tried the included software but if you have Apple's iPhoto you really don't need it.
In addition to an extra battery (the batteries on this camera are rechargeable, by the way), you would be wise to purchase a bigger memory card as the included 16MB SD card simply doesn't do it justice. With a 256MB SD card (I've been using Delkin's eFilm card), I can fit 152 photos at the camera's highest quality and size settings.
In short, if what you're looking for is a no-nonsense camera for those precious moments that treads the balance of form and function, look no further than the SD110.
61 Very Nice Indeed
I got this camera a week ago and I can find nothing to complain about. It's quick, takes great pictures, small but sturdy, bright vivid LCD, with a great battery, charger and print functionality. The only minor issue is the 16M card in a 3.2 MP camera. But, a 16M card is still about standard for any company so no marks off here.
62 LISTEN TO THIS....... GET THE CAMERA!
The Canon Powershot SD110 is the most practical, compact, easy to use digital camera. Yes, it's expensive and I do recommend an extra 256 SD card, but the money is all worth it. I just bought the camera a few weeks ago, and the reviews for the SD100 are basically the reviews for this one. None of the bad things that they say about the camera are true exept I do recommend an extra battery. The battery takes 95 minutes to charge and the manual says it can take over 210 images with the screen. If, however, your battery is running low, it will give you a 10 second warning. Not much... The SD100 and the SD110 are just about the same camera but the SD110 has a much faster shutter speed and has a print button which I find no use of. The quality of the pictures of this camera are absoulutely beautiful. The camera has settings of normal (1 mp), fine (2 mp), and superfine (3 mp) (I think). I took pictures in fine mode and they were the most beautiful pictures I've ever seen! The superfine mode pictures were even better. The inside shots are sweet! People lie about the quality of the pictures indoors. Why sit here and read my review about the camera..... GO BUY IT, YOU WILL ABSOULUTELY REGRET IT IF YOU DON'T!
63 It's a RIP OFF!
Buy Canon SD100 Elph instead and save $50. This is basically the same camera as SD 100 and Canon simply threw in a couple more softwares (which you don't really need) and by changing the body color to white silver, they jacked up the price $50 more. O, yea, and then they named it SD110. How awful is that?! I will get SD100 and use $50 for another SD memory card.
64 Best of the ultracompacts as of March 2004
Compared to Nikon Coolpix 3200, Minolta Dimage series, untested new models from Fuji. Budget = $(price).
At $(price), the closest competitors were the larger 4-AA battery A series from Canon and two models from Sony: one old, one new. I was leaning toward Sony until I priced their memory.
The SD110 had everything I wanted: steel body, small size, fairly affordable media, optical zoom, video w/sound, TV out.
Why four stars and not five? Two reasons: SD memory is expensive compared to CompactFlash and the battery is proprietary (not purchasable at a corner store).
Why not the S400? It was fourty dollars more and thus over budget. I figure last year's top-quality camera is still okay.
SD is still cheaper than Sony Memory Stick and smaller. Price 'em out and you'll see any benefits from Sony are dampened by high memory costs. Further, MMC cards will fit in the SD110 and work fine, so if you see a closeout on MMC 128 MB (the largest size in MMC) you're free to buy that too. And generic batteries on Ebay are plenty cheap.
This camera rules for so many reasons. Read the S100's review at Cnet.com and add the new printer standards like PictBridge.
UPDATE: I bought the Canon i560 PictBridge-compatible printer and tried the technology for the first time. Results? Eh, middlin'. I didn't have the opportunity to edit the picture or change the advanced printer settings. Today, it's easier to put the image on your PC and print from there.
However, in the future, I could see PictBridge becoming a retail kiosk standard, where you could print pictures by plugging in your camera. This beats plugging in your memory card to the Sam's Club computer, because such cards could easily contain virus proggies, which I bet companies have developed PictBridge to help avoid...
