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Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital Elph Digital Camera (Black)
- No Longer Available
- B&H # CAPSSD870B
- Mfr# 2086B001
Product Highlights
- 8.0 Megapixels
- 3.8x Wide Angle Zoom Lens
- 3.0" LCD Display
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- Face Detection AF/AE
- Red-eye Correction
- High ISO Sensitivity
- Superb Ergonomic Design
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The PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera incorporates a high resolution 8.0 megapixel CCD, and a wide angle, 3.8x optical zoom lens with an optical image stabilizer for steady zooming in an extremely compact and stylish body. Plus the camera is loaded with features including Face Detection technology, in-camera Red-eye Correction, an ISO 1600 setting for sharper images in low light, and five movie modes including a time lapse movie option.
The exclusive Canon DIGIC III processor makes all of these features possible, plus it ensures that your camera performs quickly and supports the unique iSAPS technology that ensures that your pictures always look their best. Other key advancements incorporated into the PowerShot SD870 IS include auto ISO shift for improved low light shooting and an impressive 3.0" PureColor LCD screen offering enhanced colour reproduction and scratch-resistance.
- 8.0 Megapixel Resolution
- With 8.0 Megapixels of imaging power, the PowerShot SD870 IS delivers stunning detail and clarity, sufficient to produce oversized prints and also provides the freedom to enlarge any section of an image and crop to your exact needs.
- 3.8x Wide Angle Zoom Lens
- The SD870 IS Digital ELPH is equipped with a 3.8x optical zoom lens that features wide angle capability equivalent to a 28mm lens on a 35mm filmn camera - that means you'll be able to get the whole family in the shot. Furthermore, the 4x digital zoom brings the combined zooming power all the way to 15.2x for superb detail at sporting events, school concerts and more.
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- Canon's lens shift-type optical image stabilizer counteracts the camera shake caused by slight hand movements. Vibration sensors detect the angle and speed of movement and send this information to a processor, allowing the camera to compensate. This adds stability to hand-held, telephoto or moving shots and enables shooting at shutter speeds of up to three stops slower than typical with no noticeable increase in image blur.
- Superb Ergonomic Design
- The camera is as beautiful to look at as the images it takes, with a Perpetual Curve design that has the look of fine sculpture; and its unique form is engineered to conform to the shape of your hand- making the camera comfortable to hold.
- DIGIC III Image Processor with iSAPS Technology
- Canon's DIGIC III Image Processor is designed to improve processing speed and image quality, so DIGIC III provides markedly faster startup, autofocus and playback, plus it assures that every image is more colorfully vibrant. iSAPS Technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the fast DIGIC III Image Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance.
- Face Detection Technology
- The DIGIC III processor in the PowerShot SD870 IS features Face Detection AF/AE, which finds multiple faces in the frame and sets the most suitable focus point when the shutter button is pressed halfway. In addition, Face Detection FE adjusts the flash based on a person's face on the screen. Exposure and flash are then controlled to ensure proper illumination of both the faces and the overall scene, eliminating the common problem of darkened or overexposed faces.
- In-camera Red-eye Correction
- Red-eye Correction detects and automatically corrects red-eye during playback for both regular and flash photography. In unusual cases where red-eye is not automatically detected, it can easily be corrected manually during playback mode.
- High ISO to Reduce Image Blur and Expand Low-light Shooting
- The PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH features ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater flexibility for shooting.
- 18 Shooting Modes and In-camera Creative Functions
- The PowerShot SD870 IS is adaptable to almost any shooting situation, with Eighteen shooting modes including 11 Special Scene modes, and a manual mode for selection of exposure settings such as White Balance and ISO. For in-camera creative image manipulation, the My Colors photo effects can be applied during or after shooting, and the latest Creative Light Effects let you transform background bright spots to stars, hearts, music notes and more. Furthermore, a My Category function simplifies image management by automatically tagging images with categories such as People, Scenery and Events, based on face detection and the shooting mode selected.
- Advanced Video Recording
- The camera has five movie functions to choose from including VGA quality (640 x 480) recording at 30fps or 15fps with sound, and Canon's unique Intelligent Orientation Sensor automatically rotates vertically shot movies for playback on camera, PC or TV via the integrated AV Out connection. You can also shoot time Lapse recording that records VGA resolution at 1 or 2 second intervals, and there is even a Compact Movie Mode (QQVGA; 160 x 120 pixels @ 15 fps) that's ideal for creating movies you can attach to emails.
- High-resolution 3.0" LCD Display
- The bright extra-durable, high-resolution 3.0" PureColor LCD screen features a wide viewing angle for comfortable image framing and viewing, and has a tough scratch-resistant anti-reflective coating. Altogether, the LCD screen offers a crisp, clear picture to make shooting, playback and using the camera's menu functions especially convenient.
- USB 2.0 Interface
- The PowerShot SD870 IS supports the USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) standard, so you'll enjoy the highest possible data transfer speeds when using a USB 2.0 compatible computer.
- Easy, Flexible Direct Printing Options
- The Print/Share button makes direct printing easier than ever. Simply connect the camera to a Canon Direct Photo Printer or PictBridge supported printer, press the Print/Share button and print. The Direct Print feature allows for image preview and editing (including cropping) on the camera when connected to a compatible printer. Also use the Print/Share button to transfer images directly to a computer (Windows).
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| Camera Type | Wide-Angle Compact Point-and-shoot Digital Camera |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/2.5" 8.3 Megapixel CCD |
| Effective Resolution | 8.0 million pixels |
| Color Depth | 24-Bit RGB |
| Color Modes | Vivid, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone, Custom Color |
| Image File Formats | JPEG (SuperFine, Fine, Normal) |
| Recorded Resolution |
Large (3264 x 2448) Widescreen (3264 x 1832) Medium 1 (2592 x 1944) Medium 2 (2048 x 1536) Medium 3 (1600 x 1200) Small (640 x 480) |
| Video Recording |
AVI Motion JPEG with Audio 640 x 480 @ 30 fps (VGA) 640 x 480 @ 15 fps (VGA) 320 x 240 @ 30 fps (QVGA) 320 x 240 @ 15 fps (QVGA) 160 x 120 @ 15 fps (compact) 640 x 480 @ 1 fps (Time Lapse) 640 x 480 @ 0.5 fps (Time Lapes) Clip up to 4GB or 60 minutes VGA & QVGA @ 30 or 15 fps, up to 2 hours at 0.5 fps/1 fps (Time Lapse), Up to 1 minute at 60 fps (Fast Frame Rate), up to 3 minutes QQVGA (compact) |
| Audio Recording |
WAV format record time up to 60 seconds with image |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Canon UA Zoom Lens |
| Optical Zoom | 3.8x |
| Lens Focal Length | 4.6mm - 17.3mm (28mm - 105mm equivalent) |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.2" (3cm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Yes (Lens Shift-type Optical Image Stabilizer) |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | No |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | TTL Autofocus |
| Focus Modes | Autofocus (9-point AiAF, 1-point AF), Face Priority AF |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 18" (45cm) - infinity Macro: 1.2" (3cm) - 24" (60cm) wide Digital Macro: 1.2" (3cm) - 24" (60cm) wide only |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto ISO High ISO Auto Selectable ISO (80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600) |
| Shutter Type | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shutter Speed | 15 - 1/1600 seconds |
| Aperture Range | f/2.8-5.5 (max.) |
| Exposure Metering | Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Program AE, Auto ISO Shift, Exposure Compensation (±2EV stops in 1/3-stop increments), AE Lock |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Preset (Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H), Custom |
| Scene Modes | Portrait, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater, Indoor, Kids & Pets, Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color Swap, Digital Macro, Stitch Assist |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes (Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Flash On, Flash Off) |
| Effective Flash Range | 1.0' (0.3m) - 13.1' (4.0m) |
| External Flash Connection | No |
| External Flash Control | Not Applicable |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shutter Lag | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Time Between Shots | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Burst Capability | 1.3 fps continuous |
| Self Timer | 2 seconds, 10 seconds or Custom |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Date & Time Stamp | No |
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| Built-in Memory | No | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Compatible Memory Cards |
Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card MultiMediaCard (MMC) |
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| Recording Capacity |
Includes 32MB Secure Digital (SD) Card Still Image Capacity
Video Capacity
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| Battery Type | NB-5L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Adapter | ACK-DC30 AC Adapter Kit (optional) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) mini-B jack |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes (PictBridge) |
| Remote Control | No |
| Video Output | Yes (NTSC & PAL) |
| Web-Cam Capable | No |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System
Macintosh System
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| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | No |
| LCD Display | 3.0" LTPS TFT Color LCD (230,000 pixels) with brightness adjustment |
| Language Options | English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Greek, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Thai, Arabic, Romanian, Ukrainian |
| Playback Options | Single Image, Magnification (2x-10x), Jump, Auto Rotate, Rotate, Resume Playback, My Category, Histogram, Index (9 thumbnails), Sound Memos, Slide Show, Erase (single image, by date, by category, by folder, all images), Movie Playback (Normal Playback, Special Playback, Editing, Erase) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 3.7 x 2.4 x 1.1" (93 x 59 x 26mm) |
| Weight | 5.5 oz. (155g) excluding battery |
Canon
PowerShot SD870 IS Digital Elph, 8.0 Megapixel, 3.8x Optical/4x Digital Zoom, Digital Camera (Black)
Batteries & Power
Show more >Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
Canon -
NB-5L Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (3.7v, 1120mAh)
- Price: $36.89
Bags & Straps
Show more >Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.
Canon -
PSC-55 Case
- Price: $3.95
Screen Protectors
Show more >Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
GGI -
Digital Screen Care Kit
- Price: $7.49
Card Readers
Download your pictures faster and save battery life.
GGI -
Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0
- Price: $9.95
Filters & Adapters
Get the desired effect with a filter and the appropriate adapter.
Cokin -
Shoe Digital Filter Holder A300
- Price: $13.98
Tripod & Support
Place your camera on a tripod for the support and stability you need.
Joby -
Gorillapod Flexible Mini-Tripod/Grip for Point & Shoot Cameras - Grey/Black
- Price: $19.95
Books & Tutorials
Learn all that your new camera can do.
Pearson Education -
Book: The Digital Photography Book
- Price: $16.98
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