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Canon PowerShot SD300 / IXUS 40 4 to 5 Megapixel

5/5 (1 Reviews)


  • Image Sensor TypeCCD
    Resolution4.2 Megapixel
    Optical Zoom3x
    Camera TypeUltra-Compact
    Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
    35mm Zoom Lens35 - 105 mm
    Digital Zoom3.2x
    Focus TypeAutofocus
    Focus Range11.81 in. to Infinity (w)
    Macro Focus Range1.18 - 19.68 in. (w) / 11.81 - 19.68 in. (t)
    Focal Length5.8 - 17.4 mm
    Camera Resolution4.2 Megapixel
    Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 2272 x 1704 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
    Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
    Video Speed30 fps
    Max Movie LengthWithout Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
    Video FormatAVI
    Aperture Rangef2.8/f4.9 (w/t)
    Shutter Speed15 - 1/1500 sec
    White BalanceAuto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset)
    Frames Per Second2.4 Frames
    Memory TypeSD Card
    Compression ModesFine • SuperFine • Normal
    Compression TypeJPEG
    File Size (High Res.)1.96 MB (65 images on 128MB card)
    File Size (Low Res.)0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
    ISO SpeedsAuto • 50 • 100 • 200 • 400
    Flash TypeBuilt-In
    Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
    ViewfinderOptical
    LCD PanelWith LCD Panel
    LCD Panel Size2 in.
    LCD Screen Resolution118,000 pixels
    LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
    Interface TypeUSB
    Video InterfaceVideo Out
    Battery TypeProprietary Lithium
    Battery Life140 Images
    Self Timer2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
    Mp3 Built In
    Built-in MicrophoneWith Built-in Microphone
    Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
    Operating SystemApple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP
    Width3.39 in.
    Depth0.82 in.
    Height2.09 in.
    Weight0.29 lb.
    Warranty1 Year
    Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Driver • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger
    Release DateNovember, 2004
    Product ID22780686

Product Description

From its ultra-thin design to its high resolution, high performance features; the PowerShot SD300 Digital ELPH is like no other digital camera. Compact and easy to use, its as beautiful as the pictures it creates.


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Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:4
Submitted by thefenga a Intermediate

Date Reviewed: May 3, 2005

Strengths:    Super small
Quality photos for its size
Great Video quality
Super bright screen
Easy to use features
Flash is very bright
Solid construction
great to take backpacking, climbing, biking...


Weaknesses:    Picture quality is ok due to its size
Not an ideal single camera
Manual features are lacking
Battery life is sub par, get at second battery.


Bottom Line:   
What i love about this camera is that it is so easy to just have with me all the time. Its the same size as my wallet.

But If you want just one camera to take pictures don't get this one or any camera this size. The thing about the ultra compact cameras is that the lens is so small its hard to let in enough light to get a really quality shot, and at full zoom you often get a blurry photo.

I own a the digital rebel and use that for times when i want to take photos for photography sake. but i take this little guy everywhere else

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Price Paid:    $350.00

Purchased At:   Best Buy




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  • Image Sensor TypeCCD
    Resolution4.2 Megapixel
    Optical Zoom3x
    Camera TypeUltra-Compact
    Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
    35mm Zoom Lens35 - 105 mm
    Digital Zoom3.2x
    Focus TypeAutofocus
    Focus Range11.81 in. to Infinity (w)
    Macro Focus Range1.18 - 19.68 in. (w) / 11.81 - 19.68 in. (t)
    Focal Length5.8 - 17.4 mm
    Camera Resolution4.2 Megapixel
    Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 2272 x 1704 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
    Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
    Video Speed30 fps
    Max Movie LengthWithout Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
    Video FormatAVI
    Aperture Rangef2.8/f4.9 (w/t)
    Shutter Speed15 - 1/1500 sec
    White BalanceAuto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset)
    Frames Per Second2.4 Frames
    Memory TypeSD Card
    Compression ModesFine • SuperFine • Normal
    Compression TypeJPEG
    File Size (High Res.)1.96 MB (65 images on 128MB card)
    File Size (Low Res.)0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
    ISO SpeedsAuto • 50 • 100 • 200 • 400
    Flash TypeBuilt-In
    Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
    ViewfinderOptical
    LCD PanelWith LCD Panel
    LCD Panel Size2 in.
    LCD Screen Resolution118,000 pixels
    LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
    Interface TypeUSB
    Video InterfaceVideo Out
    Battery TypeProprietary Lithium
    Battery Life140 Images
    Self Timer2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
    Mp3 Built In
    Built-in MicrophoneWith Built-in Microphone
    Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
    Operating SystemApple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP
    Width3.39 in.
    Depth0.82 in.
    Height2.09 in.
    Weight0.29 lb.
    Warranty1 Year
    Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Driver • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger
    Release DateNovember, 2004
    Product ID22780686
    BatteriesRechargeable Lithium-ion
    ExposureProgram AE w. scene modes, exposure compensation, and spot meter
    File FormatJPEG
    Interface TypeUSB
    LCD Monitor2.0 inch TFT color LCD
    Lens5.8-17.4-mm f/2.8-4.9 (35mm equiv: 35-105mm) w. 3x digital zoom
    Max Resolution2272 x 1704 pixels
    Release Date11/15/2004
    SensitivityAuto and ISO 50, 100, 200, 400
    Sensor4.2 megapixel 1/2.5 inch CCD
    Storage MediaSecure Digital
    ViewfinderOptical


 

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