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PowerShot SD970 IS Digital Camera
  • 12.1 Megapixels
  •  • 5x Optical Zoom
  •  • 3" LCD
  •  • Optical Image Stabilization
  •  • HD Video Recording

Mfr # 3469B001• B&H CAPSSD970

Our Price: $ 306.95
Availability: In Stock
This Item Includes

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NB-5L Lithium-ion Battery

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CB-2LX Battery Charger

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Wrist Strap

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Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM

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IFC-400PCU USB Cable

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AVC-DC400 A/V Cable

Required/Recommended Accessories
The item(s) listed below are recommended to enhance the use of the selected item above.

Memory Cards


SanDisk
Ultra SDHC Memory Card (4GB)

SDSDRH-004G-A11
B&H# SAUSD4GBC

Price: 19.95

Batteries & Power


Canon
NB-5L Lithium-Ion Battery (3.7v, 1120mAh)

1135B001
B&H# CANB5L

Price: 41.95

Cases & Straps


Canon
PSC-55 Case

1588B001
B&H# CAPSC55

Price: 17.95

Pearstone
Onyx 100 Camera Pouch

OCP-100B
B&H# PEOCP100B

Price: 11.66

Filters & Adapters


Cokin
Shoe Digital Filter Holder "A300"

CBAD700
B&H# COFHASD

Price: 10.99

LCD Screen Protectors


GGI
Digital Screen Care Kit

DLSC
B&H# GGDSCK

Price: 9.95

Card Readers


GGI
Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0

SDHC
B&H# GGRSDHCU2.0

Price: 14.95

Waterproof Cases & Covers


DiCAPac
WP-310 Waterproof Case

WP310
B&H# DIWP310

Price: 21.99

Tripod & Support


Joby
Gorillapod Flexible Mini-Tripod/Grip for Point & Shoot Cameras

GP1-A1EN
B&H# JOG

Price: 21.00

Books & Tutorials


Sterling Publishing
Book: The Complete Guide to Digital Photography, 4th Edition by Michael Freeman

9781600593017
B&H# STCGDP4E

Price: 29.95

Viewfinders


Flipbac
Angle Viewfinder (Silver)

FB3S
B&H# FLAVS

Price: 14.95

HDMI & Cables


Pearstone
Gold Series HDMI Video Cable (6 ft)

HDMI-AC206
B&H# PEMHH6

Price: 22.46

Product Information

The Canon PowerShot SD970 IS Digital ELPH is a 12.1 megapixel camera that's fun and easy to use. This stylish camera has rounded lines, a bronze finish, 5x optical zoom lens and Canon's sharp 3" PureColor II LCD to bring form and function together. The SD970 IS features an intuitive set of controls to help you capture the highest quality photos and HD video. New Active Display Technology makes reviewing images fun and easy. With a tilt and a shake of the camera, you can quickly review your images; no need for clumsy buttons or control dials. Industry-leading optics, Smart Auto image capture, and Canon's legendary DIGIC 4 Image Processor make capturing your world easier than ever before!

Features

• Smart AUTO Exposure

Concentrate on your subjects--let the camera handle the pictures. Canon's Smart Auto mode analyzes your shooting conditions with 18 pre-defined scene settings. From a wide, floral landscape to a night on the town with friends, the SD970 intelligently captures your memories--maximizing quality while minimizing effort.

• 3" PureColor LCD II

Framing your photos couldn't be easier than with the SD970's bright, crisp 3" LCD. Smooth color transitions, high-resolution, and scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coatings make composing and viewing effortless, even under bright sunlight.

• Active Display Technology

Active Display Technology utilizes the SD970's accelerometer for fun and intuitive playback of your photos. To browse forward, give the camera a shake. To advance continuously, tilt the camera on an angle and watch your photos splash across the screen. Finding your favorite photos has never been so cool!

• HD Video Recording

The PowerShot SD970 captures beautiful, broadcast-quality HD video! From live concerts to a laid back afternoon in the park, the SD970 is the HD video camera that you can, and will, take with you everywhere. Connect the camera to your widescreen TV via an HDMI port and share your memories in 100% digital High Definition.

Specifications
Camera Type
Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Imaging
Resolution
Effective: 12.4MP, Recorded: 12.1MP
Sensor
1/2.3" CCD
Bit Depth
Not Specified By Manufacturer
File Formats
JPEG, QuickTime
File Size
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Color Spaces
sRGB
Image Stabilization
Yes
Crop Factor
N/A
Optics
Lens
6.6-33mm f/3.2-5.8 (35mm film equivalent: 37-185mm)
Zoom
Optical: 5x, Digital: 4x
Lens Mount
N/A
Focus Type
Autofocus
Focus Range
Normal: 1.6' (50cm)-infinity
Macro: 0.8"-1.6' (2-50cm)
Digital Macro: 0.8-3.9" (2-10cm)
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
N/A
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity
ISO 80-1600
Shutter Speeds
1/1600 - 15 sec.
Metering
Evaluative, Center-weighted Average, Spot
Exposure Modes
Auto, Program, Scene
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom
Mirror Lock-Up
N/A
Burst Capability
1fps Continuous Shooting
Self Timer
2 seconds or 10 seconds
Interval Recording
No
Remote Control
No
Flash
Built-in Flash
Yes
Effective Flash Range
1.0' (0.3 m) - 11' (3.5 m)
External Flash Connection
No
Dedicated Flash System
N/A
Max Sync Speed
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Memory
Built-in Memory
No
Memory Card Type
SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus
Still Images per GB
JPEG: High Res:313 - Low Res:3,073
A/V Recording
Video Recording
Video with Audio, NTSC & PAL Output
Video Resolution
1280x720 @ 30fps, 640x480 @ 30fps, 320x240 @ 30fps
Video Clip Length
30 minutes in HD, 1 hour in SD, or up to 4GB
Audio Recording
Audio with Video only
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type
None
Viewfinder Coverage
N/A
Display
3" LCD
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity
USB 2.0, A/V Out, HDMI (Type C)
System & Software Requirements
Windows XP, Vista
Mac OS X (10.2 or later)
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature
Operating Temperature:32-104°F/0-40°C
Humidity: 10-90%
Weatherproofing
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Durability
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Power
Battery Type
LNB-5L Lithium-ion Battery
Power Adapter
ACK-DC30 AC Adapter Kit
Physical
Dimensions
3.73 x 2.24 x 1.04" (94.8 x 56.8 x 26.3mm)
Weight
5.64 oz (160g) camera only