Latest - Review and Sample Photos by InfoSync (added 19 November’08)
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS is a 14.7 megapixel optically image stabilized point-and-shoot digital camera that features a 3.7x optical zoom lens (35mm film equivalent: 36-133mm), 2.5 inch LCD, Real image optical zoom viewfinder, ISO range from 80 to 1600, and face detection. Camera dimensions are (W x H x D) 3.81 x 2.45 x 1.10 in./96.7 x 62.2 x 27.9mm and it weighs approx. 5.64 oz./160g.
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Reviewers Conclusions & Verdicts - (updated 19 November’08)
InfoSync
“All in all, the Canon PowerShot SD990 IS has the ability to capture magnificent images when the settings are dialed in correctly. If you know what you’re doing, the SD990 IS will be very good to you.”
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Cameras.co.uk
“I like the picture quality and this is the most important factor for me when choosing a camera. The big question is whether or not you are prepared to pay the premium price. If money is not so important and top quality is all that counts this is likely to be a good choice.”
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PCMag
“Performance was terrific indoors, too. In a dim restaurant, pictures taken with flash looked great. Subjects looked sharp, and images were noise-free at ISO 80 and 100. Pictures without flash in ISO 800 and 1600 were in focus but somewhat grainy.”
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Steves Digicams
“With robust performance, above average image quality, and loads of exposure modes, this camera is sure to be popular with everyone in your household or office.”
DigicamReview
“Image quality is generally excellent, with a usable high ISO mode. The compact camera provides a useful 3.7x optical zoom lens, with image stabilization, and an impressive 2.5″ LCD screen. The camera’s screen works well and battery life is very good.”
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PhotoReview
“Low-light performance was very good for long exposures between ISO 100 and 400, where traces of image noise became visible. With this setting - and at ISO 800 - noise would be unlikely to interfere with print quality at enlargements up to A4 size. At ISO 1600, image noise was very obvious in night shots and most fine detail was lost.”
GoodGearGuide
“The key thing about this unit is that it is the manual shooting controls. They are a little simpler than those found on an advanced camera, with no aperture or shutter priority modes, but they do give the ability to adjust both shutter speed and aperture via the full manual mode.”
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Actual Owner Feedback
“This SD 990IS is maybe the best OVERALL point and Shoot I ever had.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“I received the Canon PowerShot SD990 today (October 7th, 2008) and I love this new camera. I bought the black version, and it is very very sharp looking.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“I am the type of consumer that pays more for better quality, and then holds onto things for a long time. This is one of those high-quality items.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“Fans of Canon’s PowerShot series won’t be disappointed. It is compact and lightweight, as you’ve come to expect. It features Canon’s new Digic 4 processor. The Digic 4 is all about speed.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
Sample Photos
[Sample Photos at Cameras.co.uk]
[Sample Photos at Steves Digicams]
[Sample Photos at DigicamReview]
[Sample Photos at Canon]
Specifications & Camera Profile
Owners Manual
Press Excerpt
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 17 September 2008: Canon today re-energises its Digital IXUS compact camera range with two new models: the Digital IXUS 980 IS and Digital IXUS 870 IS, which replace the Digital IXUS 960 IS and Digital IXUS 860 IS respectively.
The flagship 14.7 Megapixel Digital IXUS 980 IS brings several exciting ‘firsts’ to the IXUS range –including manual control, and a striking design available in stylish, head-turning black, as well as traditional IXUS silver.
The 10 Megapixel Digital IXUS 870 IS features a 4.0x wide-angle (28mm) optical zoom, a high-resolution 3.0” PureColor LCD II, and comes finished in gold or silver. Both cameras use Canon’s new DIGIC 4 processor, for fast performance and richly detailed, clean images in a huge number of shooting situations.
Creative shooting options For those looking to take their photography to the next level, the Digital IXUS 980 IS offers a first for Digital IXUS: a Manual Mode that allows control of shutter speed and aperture. This is ideal for unusual lighting situations or expressive, experimental shots. For split-second photo opportunities, a second new mode – QuickShot – uses the optical viewfinder for framing and focusing, virtually eliminating shutter lag.
The Digital IXUS 870 IS features a wide-angle (28mm) 4x optical zoom, ideal for large group shots, atmospheric interiors or architecture. Both cameras feature Canon’s optical Image Stabilizer technology, for blur-free shots throughout the zoom range and in low-light conditions.
DIGIC 4: intelligent processing for better photos The Digital IXUS 980 IS and Digital IXUS 870 IS both feature Canon’s new DIGIC 4 image processor. As well as ensuring ultra-fast operation and superb, low-noise images, DIGIC 4 drives several intelligent technologies that make great photos easier than ever.
People shots benefit from improved Face Detection Technology, which even detects faces positioned at an angle to the camera, or in profile. Face Select & Track tracks a specific subject even more accurately, while a new FaceSelf-timer function – which automatically triggers the shutter shortly after a new face enters the frame – makes group shots and self-portraits easy.
Canon’s improved Motion Detection Technology delivers fantastic, sharp results by registering camera and subject movement, then automatically adjusting ISO to prevent image blur. Blur is further guarded against by new Servo AF, which continuously adjusts focus on subjects moving towards or away from the camera.
DIGIC 4 also powers Canon’s new i-Contrast feature, which brings out great, natural-looking detail in dark areas of pictures – without blowing out lighter areas.
High-quality movies for longer Both cameras offer smooth, 30fps VGA video shooting. Superior compression technology allows the Digital IXUS 980 IS and Digital IXUS 870 IS to store up to 40% more footage to memory card than their predecessors – with no reduction in video quality.
“The Digital IXUS 980 IS and Digital IXUS 870 IS offer a perfect blend of technical innovation and classic IXUS design,” commented Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe. ”These cameras are equally striking inside and out.”
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