Testseek.com have collected 30 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot SD970 IS / IXUS 990 IS and the average rating is 78%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS / IXUS 990 IS.
May 2009
(78%)
30 Reviews
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Abstract: The Canon PowerShot SD970 IS Digital ELPH ($379) is an ultra-compact camera with a 12 Megapixel CCD, 5X optical zoom lens (with image stabilization), high resolution 3-inch LCD, HD movie mode, HDMI output, and plenty of point-and-shoot features. The S...
Fantastic image quality. Fast operating speeds. Sharp 3-inch LCD. Extraordinary user interface. High-definition (720p30) video capture.
Optical zoom cant be used while shooting video. Wide-angle barrel distortion.
At close to $400, Canons PowerShot SD970 IS isnt cheap, but an expansive feature set, a top-notch interface, and amazing images help justify the high price....
The Canon PowerShot SD970 isn't a standout camera, but it's a solid effort from a reliable manufacturer. With the exception of burst-mode shooting, which is pretty pokey at 1 shot per second, there wasn't an area where the Canon received low m...
Canon announced the SD970 IS and nine other compact digitals this past February, and if our review model is any indicator of the quality and performance of the others, Canon's got a batch of winners on their hands. The SD970 IS would seem to appeal to ...
Abstract: The IXUS 990 IS is the top-of-the-range amongst the Canon IXUS family and boasts a 12.1-megapixel sensor and the most powerful zoom amongst the line as well: five times optical.It offers an equivalent 37mm-185mm image stabilised lens, can record h...
Abstract: LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 17, 2009 - Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today introduced 10 new PowerShot cameras that offer an array of photographic options for the entry-level consumer right up to the photo enthusiast. Whether on a f...
The Canon Digital IXUS 990 IS camera is a sound addition to the now extensive IXUS / Elph range, but it doesnt quite offer enough to justify its rather high price tag. $379.99 / £379.00 is a lot of money to pay for what is essentially a point-and-sho...
Great image quality. Excellent interface. Extensive features. ...
No viewfinder. Ugly color. New Scene modes are inconsistent. ...
For 2009, the Canon PowerShot SD970 IS is the company’s latest top mid-range offering. The Canon PowerShot SD990 IS was carried over, so that remains the top dog, but the PowerShot SD970 IS proved to be just as powerful and even tacks on a few extra...