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This Canon SD880 hits all of the sweet spots for those wanting a powerful, small “point and shoot” camera with excellent speed and picture quality. What sets the SD880 apart from other cameras in this category is the wide angle lens. You can fit more into the picture especially group shots and landscapes. Also, because of the wide lens, you can zoom in on your shots without cutting off objects or people on the edges. Most other ultra compact cameras do not have this feature. I have used Canon’s other wide angle compact – the SD870IS and loved it. This newer Canon SD880 adds many upgrades to that model: 10 megapixels, fast and powerful Digic 4 processor, motion detection, 4x optical zoom, intelligent contrast, self timer with face detection, and a smaller size for pocketability. Even though it is an excellent “point & shoot” it is also feature packed and can be adjusted manually with many different options and settings if you want.
Things to look for in any camera in the compact/ultra compact category:
- Picture quality, of course
- Image stabilization so shaky hands don’t ruin the shot
- Fast shutter lag times and shot to shot times
- Face detection software
- Good OPTICAL zoom (not just digital zoom)
- Great battery life
- Large LCD screen
- Adequate megapixels to enlarge and crop your images when needed.
Also to print larger sized photos.
The SD880 Has All Of The Above
PROS:
Wide angle lens
Excellent picture quality
10 megapixels
Image Stabilization
Face detection and a self timer with face detection
Ultra compact
Fast Digic 4 processor – Almost instant start-up & fast shot to shot
4x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom
Large 3″ LCD screen
Motion Detection
Intelligent Contrast
Multiple pre-programmed picture modes tailored for the best shot
Easy to use controls and interface
Attractive
It’s cheap at Amazon!… A great value.
CONS:
No viewfinder (LCD only). Some prefer viewfinder – personal preference.
May be too small for some people – again, personal preference.
I have taken many great shots with this camera since I’ve had it and really couldn’t wish for more. The Canon SD880 has got to be on anyone’s short list when shopping for cameras in this category… Can you tell that I really, really like it?