Canon PowerShot SD1000 (Ixus 70)

Indeed, the SD1000 Digital ELPH is set to take its proven places out and about, from the high profile red carpet walkways of premieres and parties and the scintillating stylista demands of special nights on the town to cool and casual anywhere/anytime outings. This Digital ELPH camera remains the alpha photo fashion accessories and the apex progenitors of style and substance...often imitated, never duplicated.

The PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH offers consumers the choice of either original silver or dual-tone matte black and silver design case. The PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH camera dispenses with the contours of the PowerShot SD750 Digital ELPH model in favor of a more, modern, minimalist aesthetic with cleanly rendered lines and squared - off edges. Adding to the camera's crisp presentation, the dual-tone model is edged in the matte-black accent, in addition to creating an eye-catching, matte black finish on the barrel of the camera's 3x (35-105mm equivalent) optical zoom lens and the ELPH trademark "circle" that rings the lens.

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FEATURES

DIGIC III

The "brain" of this new Digital ELPH camera is DIGIC III, the newest iteration of Canon's ultra-efficient (and proprietary) image processor. The DIGIC III Image Processor accounts for the camera's higher performance levels including faster start up, autofocus and shutter response times, improved image quality and more efficient power consumption; resulting in extended battery life under typical shooting conditions.

Face Detection AF/AE/FE

With Canon's new Face Detection AF/AE/FE technology, the camera can detect, lock on and track multiple human faces in a scene simply by pressing the shutter button halfway. The face detection algorithm automatically prioritizes and selects faces and not simply the closest object (based on Canon's Intelligent Scene Analysis/iSAPS technology). It will then optimize the focus, exposure, and flash to ensure the best possible results. Working in concert with Face Detection, the "Red-eye Correction" feature helps to detect and correct red-eye during playback mode. Images can be corrected manually while viewing photos on the LCD screen. Canon's new Face Detection Technology makes for even easier picture taking moments, helping users to ensure in-focus smiles, and assist in the elimination of overexposed faces.

ISO speed

Thanks to the DIGIC III Image Processor's more aggressive noise reduction algorithm, the PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH camera is able to shoot at ISO equivalent speed ratings from 80 to as high as 1600. This increased sensitivity at the top-end allows the camera to utilize faster shutter speeds, significantly reducing the effects of camera shake and subject movement during hand held or low-light photography. In addition, this model offers users the option of Canon's new "Auto ISO Shift" feature which, at the touch of a button, can accurately increase the ISO up to 800, in order to help offset camera shake due to low-light or unsteady shooting conditions.

LCD Display

This model's big and bright 230,000 pixel LCD screen features Canon's new PureColor LCD and is constructed with a new multi-level coating that reduces glare, suitable for brightly lit environments. In addition, the new PureColor LCD offers a layer of protection to that large 2.5-inch LCD screen on the SD1000 Digital ELPH cameras. The multi-level coating also resists scratches, smudges and fingerprints.

Direct Print

Like all PowerShot digital cameras, these newest additions to the SD-series work seamlessly with Canon's petite compact photo printers to deliver stunning high quality borderless prints. Consumers simply connect their PowerShot digital camera to a Canon compact photo printer-such as the SELPHY CP730 or PIXMA mini260 models. Press the bright blue Print/Share button, and within moments 1 , a brilliant, borderless 4x6-inch print begins to emerge. It is that simple. Canon's compact photo printers are PictBridge compatible, so they work with PictBridge enabled digital cameras to provide users with excellent image quality and ease-of-use, especially when paired with a Canon digital camera.

Windows Vista Ready

As one of Microsoft's Premier Launch Partners, Canon is proud to announce that all PowerShot cameras announced in 2007 are Certified for Windows Vista according to Microsoft standards, without any extra downloads or upgrades. Additionally, all current models are fully compatible with other operating systems including Windows XP and Mac OS X (Versions 10.2 - 10.4).

Other features

Through its signature squared-off and unobstructed flushed case design, a modern twist on the traditional design triumphs of the classic ELPH, the PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH camera incorporates nearly all of the features of its slightly senior sibling. Indeed, beyond the case design, the most noteworthy differences are the PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH's 2.5-inch, 230,000 pixel PureColor LCD display, an optical viewfinder and its use of the more traditional ELPH function setting button (as opposed to the SD750's more integrated, Touch Control Dial).

The PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH camera weighs in at less than 4.5 ounces, and at 3.39 inches long, 2.11 inches high is actually smaller than a deck of regulation playing cards. In stores beginning late March 2007, the PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH camera ships with a rechargeable battery pack, a 32MB SD memory card, a USB interface cable, an AV cable, a wrist strap, and Canon's software suite and sells for an estimated selling price of $299.99 * .

* Pricing subject to change at any time. Actual prices are determined by individual dealers and may vary.

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PICTURES

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SPECIFICATION

Sensor • 1/2.5 " Type CCD
• 7.1 million effective pixels

Image sizes • 3072 x 2304
• 2592 x 1944
• 2048 x 1536
• 1600 x 1200
• 640 x 480
• 3072 x 1728 (w)
• 1600 x 1200 (Postcard Date Imprint)

Movie clips • 640 x 480 @ 30 / 15fps
• 320 x 240 @ 60 / 30 / 15fps
• 160 x 120 @ 15fps

File formats • JPEG Exif 2.2
• DCF
• DPOF
• AVI Motion JPEG + WAVE

Lens • 35 - 105mm (35mm equiv)
• F2.8 - 4.9
• 3x optical zoom

Image stabilization No

Conversion lenses No

Digital zoom up to 4x

Focus TTL

AF area modes • AiAF (Face Detection / 9-point)
• 1-point AF (fixed center)

AF assist lamp Yes

Focus distance Closest 3cm

Metering • Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame)
• Center-weighted average
• Spot (Center)

ISO sensitivity • Auto
• ISO 80
• ISO 100
• ISO 200
• ISO 400
• ISO 800
• ISO 1600

Exposure compensation +/-2EV in 1/3 stop increments

Shuttter speed 15 - 1/1500sec

Aperture F2.8-4.9

Modes • Auto
• Manual
• Digital Macro
• Portrait
• Night Snapshot
• Color Accent
• Color Swap
• Stitch Assist
• Movie
• Special Scene

Scene modes • Kids & Pets
• Indoor
• Foliage
• Snow
• Beach
• Fireworks
• Aquarium
• Underwater

White balance • TTL type
• Auto
• Daylight
• Cloudy
• Tungsten
• Fluorescent
• Fluorescent H
• Custom

Self timer 2 or 10 sec, Custom

Continuous shooting approx 1.7fps until memory card becomes full

Image parameters My Colors: My Colors Off, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, Custom Color

Flash • Auto
• Manual Flash On / Off
• Slow Sync
• Red-eye reduction
• Range: 50cm - 3.5m (wide) 50cm - 2.0m (tele)

Viewfinder Real-image zoom

LCD monitor • 2.5-inch P-Si TFT
• 230,000 pixels

Connectivity • USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (Mini-B, MTP, PTP)
• AV out

Print compliance PictBridge

Storage • SD / SDHC / MMC card compatible
• 32 MB card supplied

Power • Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery NB-4L
• Charger included
• Optional AC adapter kit ACK-DC10

Weight (no batt) 125 g

Dimensions 85.9 x 53.5 x 19.4 mm