Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver)
The Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH is a feature-rich, pocket-sized, Digital Camera with 8.0 megapixel resolution, a sharp and fast 3x optical zoom lens, and features Canon's advanced Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) system that significantly reduces the image-blurring effects, and helps users achieve the best possible picture quality even in low-light shooting conditions. The camera incorporates Canon's proprietary DIGIC III processor that provides the cameras fast start up, fast autofocus and quick shutter response times, and also improves both the image quality of the camera as well as reducing its power consumption, thereby extending the battery life under typical shooting conditions.
Canon's precise 9-point Autofocus system along with the AF-Point Zoom feature work together with Face Detection Technology to allow users to double check the facial expressions of their subjects, when shooting under more challenging conditions. There are also 18 shooting modes including a fully automatic mode; a semi-automatic "Camera M" mode which allows access to features such as Exposure Compensation and White Balance adjustments for greater creative control.
Streamlining the image review process, Canon's Intelligent Orientation Sensor determines whether a scene is being shot as a vertical or horizontal image and automatically adjusts it for quick and easy review on the camera's bright, sharp and easy-to-read, 230,000-pixel 2.5 inch Pure Color LCD II screen. The Image Inspection Tool feature zooms in on faces automatically during playback to quickly check facial expressions, and the camera also features Automatic Red Eye Correction and in-Camera Photo Trimming.
- 8.0 Megapixel Resolution
- The 8.0 megapixel resolution of the SD1100 Digital ELPH ensures that images are captured with all the detail needed for large photo quality prints.
- 3x Optical Zoom Lens
- The genuine Canon 3x optical zoom lens on the SD1100 Digital ELPH performs with all the clarity and brilliance you'd expect from the world's leader in advanced optics technology. The lens incorporates Canon UA lens elements - a type of glass-molded aspherical lens that has an ultra high refractive index, and is typically found on canon professional SLR lenses. The 3x Zoom range can handle most typical shooting situations while the 4x digital zoom is included to get extra close with a combined zoom rage of 12x.
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- Canon's optical image stabilizer counteracts the camera shake caused by slight hand movements. 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.
- DIGIC III Image Processor
- Delivering fast, responsive camera performance and superb image rendering, the DIGIC III processor drives Canon's Fast AiAF, and incorporates iSAPS scene-recognition technology using an internal database of thousands of different photos to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance.
- Face Detection Technology
- The DIGIC III processor in the PowerShot SD1100 IS features Face Detection AF/AE, which finds up to 9 faces in the frame and sets the most suitable focus point when the shutter button is pressed halfway. In addition, Face Detection AE adjusts exposure and flash settings to ensure proper illumination of both the faces and the overall scene, eliminating the common problem of darkened or overexposed faces.
- Face Selection and Motion Detection
- The Face Selection feature allows the photographer to lock on to a single face in the crowd, ensuring that the chosen face is finely focused, no matter where it appears in the frame. Additionally, the Motion Detection function linked to the camera's High ISO Auto mode improves image clarity by raising ISO speeds (and shutter speeds) for fast-moving subjects or lowering ISO speeds to reduce noise when the subject is stationary. These automatic advances provide even more ways for the PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH cameras to optimize picture quality with seamless ease.
- Slim, Stylish Design
- The SD1100 Digital ELPH has a chic modern look, using Canon's acclaimed Perpetual Curve design, and comes in an array of vibrant colors.
- High ISO Sensitivity
- The PowerShot SD1100 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.
- Flexible Movie Mode
- You can select from VGA (640 x 480 pixels) and QVGA (320 x 240 pixels), with frame rates of 30 fps and 15 fps for more typical movie recording. Compact Movie Mode records QQVGA (160 x 120 pixels) resolution at 15 fps for up to 3 minutes to send video by e-mail or put on a website. Finally, Time Lapse records VGA video (640 x 480) at 1 or 2 second intervals then plays back at 15 fps for beautiful fast motion.
- 18 Shooting Modes and My Colors Photo Effects
- The PowerShot SD1100 has 18 easy-to-use shooting modes including a wide selection of Special Scene modes such as Portrait, Indoor and Night Snapshot, and you can quickly access these modes via the Touch Control Dial. The camera also includes My Colors photo effects which allow artistic photo effects to be applied in-camera both during and after shooting.
- High-resolution 2.5" PureColor LCD II Display
- The 2.5" LCD PureColor LCD II Display screen provides vivid, high-resolution viewing with spectacular color, and contrast even when viewed at an angle, and it is protected by a scratch-resistant anti-reflection coating for easy on-camera viewing. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light-a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images. Whether you're shooting, reviewing or showing off your images, the PureColor LCD II screen offers a crisp, clear picture to make shooting, playback and using the camera's menu functions especially convenient.
- Red-Eye Correction in Playback
- The red-eye correction feature automatically detects and corrects instances of red-eye - making your pictures look more professional, however, if red-eye is present and is not automatically detected, it can easily be corrected manually during playback mode right in the camera.
- 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 | Point-and-shoot Digital Camera |
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 8.3MP, Recorded: 8.0MP |
| Sensor | 1/2.5" CCD |
| Bit Depth | 24 bit |
| File Formats | JPEG, AVI |
| File Size | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Color Spaces | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Crop Factor | N/A |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens | 6.2-18.6mm f/2.8-4.9 (35mm film equivalent: 38-114mm) |
| Zoom | Optical: 3x, Digital: 4x |
| Lens Mount | N/A |
| Focus Type | TTL Autofocus |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 12" (30cm) - infinity Macro: 1.2" (3cm) - 19.7" (50cm) wide Digital Macro: 1.2" (3cm) - 3.9" (10cm) wide |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | N/A |
| Shooting Controls | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity | ISO 80-1600 |
| Shutter Speeds | 1/60-1/1500 sec. (15-1/1500 sec. in Manual) |
| Metering | Evaluative, Center-weighted, and Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Auto, Camera M, Program AE, Portrait, Exposure Compensation (±2EV stops in 1/3-stop increments), AE Lock |
| White Balance | Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, and Custom |
| Mirror Lock-Up | No |
| Burst Capability | 1.3fps Continuous Shooting |
| Self Timer | 2 seconds or 10 seconds |
| Interval Recording | 1 or 2 second intervals in Time-Lapse movie mode |
| Remote Control | No |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Effective Flash Range | 1.0' (0.3m) - 11' (3.5m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| 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:278 - Low Res:8,634 |
| A/V Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Video with Audio, NTSC & PAL Output |
| Video Resolution | 640x480 @ 30fps - 160x120 @ 15fps |
| Video Clip Length | Up to 4GB or 1 hour |
| Audio Recording | WAV format, record time up to 60 seconds with image |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | Real-image zoom viewfinder |
| Viewfinder Coverage | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Display | 2.5" LCD |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B jack), A/V Out |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System: Pentium 500MHz processor (1.3GHz for Vista), Microsoft Windows 2000 (SP4), XP, Vista, 256MB RAM (512MB for Vista), 270MB available Hard Drive space, USB Port, Video Display with 1024x768 pixels and 16-Bit color or better, CD-ROM Drive for Software Install Macintosh System: PowerPC (G3/G4/G5) or Intel Processor, Macintosh OS X (10.3 - 10.4.x), 256MB RAM, 270MB available Hard Drive space, USB Port, Video Display with 1024x768 pixels and 32,000 colors or better, CD-ROM Drive for Software Install |
| 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 | NB-4L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Power Adapter | ACK-DC10 AC Adapter Kit (optional) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 2.2 x 3.4 x 0.9" (55 x 87 x 22mm) |
| Weight | 4.4 oz. (125g) camera body only |
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by PowerReviews(based on 77 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to setup (66)
- Large clear LCD (61)
- Simple controls (61)
- Easy to use (43)
- Strong construction (35)
Cons
- Poor in low light (4)
- Long lag time (3)
Best Uses
- Fun (70)
- Travel (64)
- Family photos (37)
- Art (9)
- Photojournalism (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (27), Photo enthusiast (22), Enthusiast (11), Casual user (7), Professional (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Awesome Camera
I love this camera! It has a beautiful, high resolution LCD screen that allows you to see in bright light as well as in the dark. The image quality is outstanding! There is ...Read complete review
I love this camera! It has a beautiful, high resolution LCD screen that allows you to see in bright light as well as in the dark. The image quality is outstanding! There is very little lag time between shots and the startup is super quick. Even the macro setting gives outstanding results, you can focus inches away. I have an SLR for professional shooting, but this little camera goes everywhere with me and its image quality and other camera features allow me to shoot beautiful, high resolution shots at all times! The only thing on my wish list is a little bit more optical zoom, but one con compared to numerous pros is forgivable. :)
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Wanted a small rig and a friend raved about the SD1100. For once I didn't do a lot of research because with digital cameras I've, in the past, done too much research and not...Read complete review
Wanted a small rig and a friend raved about the SD1100. For once I didn't do a lot of research because with digital cameras I've, in the past, done too much research and not been pleased with any of them for different reasons. This one is like my somewhat recent Canon Powershot -- very good outside pics (although not as good as the Powershot)/terrible inside pics. Take away the flash, which makes the lighting look terribly unnatural and you've got a blurred image at high iso. What I do like is the long-lasting rechargable battery (included). This is key and I probably won't use the Powershot anymore just for that reason. Looking forward to getting SLR capability in a point and shoot model. Couldn't be much longer, right?
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Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
I gave the camera as a gift and i keep on hearing how much they're enjoying it. It takes beautiful and sharp photos and much more!
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Pocket size
Cons
- Poor Operation in Low Light
Best Uses
- Animal photos and video
- Family Photos
- Fun
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
This product gets used for wildlife pictures, family photos, and animals pictures. I also use the video feature to make small videos of wildlife to post on you tube. I love this cameras size, features, and its color. I love that it fits into my back pocket with no problems, and I can take it anywhere. Tings that could be better, the zooming in and out while video taking and I wish I could zoom a little bit more when taking pictures. Other than that it's a great little camera for its size and price it gets the job done.
Pros
- Accurate focus
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Reasonably quick focus
Cons
- Tiny viewfinder useless
Best Uses
- Backup camera
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
backup camera, fun, travel, can keep in car or bag every day
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- So far so good
- Strong Construction
Cons
- none so far
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
Used the camera several times and compared to cameras in the past, exceeded my expectations and works the way a camera should.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
I have a Nikon D50 and use this as a point and shoot. Its a great camera, easy to use and takes pretty good pictures. Not that many choices re exposure f-stop etc but a great camera to just pull out and take the picture
- Similar:
- Nikon D50
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
couldn't be easier to use and takes perfect pictures. It took me 2 minutes to read the directions and get going. Also love the size. It fits right in my pocket. Also easy to download to the computer. Just plug in and voila...there are my pictures. I carry this in my purse all the time. Much better than any camera phone.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
Great camera for everyday use. Compact design to slip into pocket. Long battery life.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Zoom could be better
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
This camera is very compact and stylish.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
very compact, powers up fast, good battery life, easy to use and navigate throughtout
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Shows battery charge levl
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
I am enjoying using the camera.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
I have an SLR, but this camera is always in my purse or pocket. It's a great size and takes great photos. I am partial to Canon cameras because of the great colors their lenses capture. I find other cameras don't have the clarity, and often look dirty or murky. It is just the right combination of portability and clarity.
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
Camera is easy to use, loading pictures to the computer was very easy. One of the nice features about the software to load pictures on the computer is that you can easily choose to only load new pictures instead of having multiple copies of the same pictures. There are a lot of settings that explore, but the basics are simple enough to figure out right from the box. Image stabilization seems to work well, blurry pictures are hopefully a thing of the past. Low light pictures also came out well.
Package offered was quite a value. After comparison shopping on line, for $10 more than one of the large retail chains, all of the extras were included (case, 2 memory cards, extra battery and protection plan)
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
Great camera to keep in your pocket. Sophisticated enough to take the best picture possible in the given situation. This is our family's 3rd SD1100! Have not had any breakdowns and battery lasts and lasts...
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
easy to use. Minimal delay for first shot and repeat shots. Images are sharp and clear.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great video
- Tiny
Cons
- Limited manual control
- Shoots about 1 stop under
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
The video quality is surprising. It's the most impressive feature of this camera to me. Exceeded my expectations greatly. As for the photos, the camera tends to shoot about 1 stop underexposed unless you're using the spot meter, and the LCD screen plays back about 3-4 stops brighter than the actual exposure, even at its lowest setting. Once you get the hang of these quirks, though, it's a nice little camera. We made great use of it at Disney World and I hardly noticed I was carrying it.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
Can't beat the price for the value. Excellent photos.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
I'm a professional photographer, but sometimes it is nice to just have a little point & shoot for candids.. this camera works great for that purpose. It's small.. I can take it anywhere, and it takes a great photo.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
This is a really easy-to-use, good-photo-quality, durable point-and-shoot. For the price the image quality is great. If you want a little more control over your photos you have the option to use manual mode or some of the other photo modes. But it works great in Automatic as well. I bought it for my boyfriend, who is pretty clueless about photography, but he has taken some really great shots, plus I can borrow it and have fun too. I used it a lot in really cold weather and snow and it held up really well.
- Similar:
- Canon Powershot SD 400 Digital Elph
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
Bought for a Christmas gift to a friend and I ended up shooting some with it to try it out. I have a 5D with several lenses and I was very impressed with the capabilities of this camera. Definately worth the few bucks to buy.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Viewfinder Not Adjustable
Best Uses
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH Digital Camera (Swing Silver):
I am an avid, but amateur, photographer with a Canon Digital Rebel XTi, so I bought this camera in the hopes that the controls would be similar. They are, but this little camera has some features that my main camera doesn't even have! It is very nice for situations when you don't want to haul the big camera, lenses & bag around. I'm still getting used to the LCD screen (the viewfinder doesn't have a diopter adjustment so my aging eyes can't see through it). My only complaint is the number of levels you need to go through to get to the scene modes - we were in Las Vegas for New Year's Eve, and in the dark without my glasses I never did figure out how to get to the "fireworks" mode.
- Similar:
- Canon Digital Rebel xTi
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Memory Cards
Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.
- Price: $5.75
Batteries & Power
Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $38.95
Bags & Cases
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a case.
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- Original: $9.95
- Save: $0.50
- Price: $9.45
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Price: $7.49
Filters & Adapters
Get the desired effect with a filter and the appropriate adapter.
- Price: $13.98
Tripod & Support
Place your camera on a tripod for the support and stability you need.
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- Original: $13.79
- Save: $1.38
- Price: $12.41
Books & Tutorials
Learn all that your new camera can do.
- Price: $17.95
What's in the Box
- 32MB Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
- NB-4L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
- CB-2LV Battery Charger
- USB Interface Cable
- A/V Cable
- Wrist Strap
- Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM (ZoomBrowser EX, PhotoStitch, Utility, Driver)
- User Guide
- 1-Year Canon U.S.A. Limited Warranty
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