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Canon PowerShot SD980IS 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Ultra Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3-inch LCD (Silver)
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| 3.0-inch wide touch-panel PureColor System LCD; updated Active Display for quickly switching between images with a shake of the camera |
| Capture 720p HD movies; HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV |
| 5x optical zoom with ultra-wide 24mm lens, plus Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer; 12 megapixels for amazing resolution and editing |
| Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined shooting situations |
| Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included) |
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Customers Reviews
2009-11-20
Canon SD 980 IS
I ordered this camera after researching the Nikon KoolPix And Sony Cyber Shot. Although the Canon was a littel more pricey it was worth every penny. At first glance I was like this is much larger than my Canon 5mp Elph (which is still taking fabulous pictures.) But once I started handling it and playing with it's features I was pleasantly impressed. I took it to NY and just to point and shoot the pictures were outrageous, not to mention the shots taken at the Rockette's Christmas show. Now everyone in my office is asking me what camera did I use?
The only down side I have for this camera is the on/off button. Sometimes because of the button size and the way it is on the camera it does not come on as fast.
I must be honest - I only own Canon's from the Elph, Rebel SLR, Rebel Digital XSI and I must say - I am having too much fun with this one. The color is so vibrant and even shooting in zoom mode the pictures only had a little noise/blurring, but of course it was my first outing with the camera so it may not be fair to protest (smile). By the way ladies- it fits great in your jeans! Can't wait to try out ALL of the other features.
So take it for a spin yourself
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2009-11-19
I finally found the right camera!
Some of the negative reviews here are baffling to me, and I have advice: read the manual! This is the camera I have been searching for. It's fast, it's colors are accurate and the pictures are sharp, the battery life is GREAT, the touchscreen is so much better than on the Sony DSC 290 or the Nikon S60 (both of which I returned) and the features are amazing. The Color Accent and Color Swap features are especially fun and I've gotten some amazing shots using them. I am not a professional photographer or anything, but I do have a BFA in Photography and had researched digital cameras for months before finally deciding on this one. It was worth the wait, I'm thrilled with it.
Some people seem to expect DSLR quality from their point-and-shoot; they will always be dissatisfied because this is not a reasonable demand. But for great day to day shots I don't see how you can be unhappy with this camera, especially after trying out the competition out there. I found there are some real dogs out there for the same money.
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2009-11-13
I prefer SD940 IS instead
I bought this camera as a successor to my old SD870 IS.
I returned it and replaced with SD940 IS which I am more happy with. Here is why:
I like to use the camera for video shooting. SD980 records excellent video, but the location of the microphone is terrible. It is on top of the camera right in the middle of the body. Since the camera is wide and short, it is much easier to hold it by putting the fingers on top and bottom while shooting video. Unfortunately that ends up covering the mic and the sounds ends up being muffed. SD940 has the mic in front of the camera and does not have this problem.
Another design flaw is that the tripod mount hole is too shallow. Some of my tripods don't screw all the way and the camera is not secured well.
Finally, I thought that having ultra-wide 24 mm lens would be very nice to shoot group shots. But watch out, the faces of people on the edge get really distorted. So I decided that 28mm of SD940 is better for that reason.
Also SD940 is [...] bucks cheaper.
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2009-11-09
Pro Photographer - Major disappointment - let me tell you why.
I am a commercial photographer for 10+ years and I buy these pocket cameras because I want a camera with me at all times. They are Wonderful - up until this one. I've had the 500, 600, 630, 800, 870 and now the 980. LOVE them ALL except the 980.
I bought this to replace my 870 - which has been the best (IMHO) of the Canon line so far.
I liked the HD video idea, loved the wider lens - however.... I got one and sent it back realizing the IS really doesn't work. the 870 was amazing hand held at 1". The 980 is not working, so I returned it - Amazon's return is wonderful. The new one - same thing, so it is either me or they are both broke - or Canon went backwards on their Image Stabilization.
Picture quality I assumed would be better with the Digic 4 chip - not near as vivid as the 870 chip. The images I find are "gray" in color - not contrast.
Overall I can't wait for another Canon wide angle to come out so I can replace this. I would wait to buy - or buy another model. The 980 is a disappointment and Canon should kill it and update it. My experience and 2 cents.
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2009-11-08
Very Poor Indoor Image Quality
Here are the reasons for this negative but honest evaluation. I have tried all modes, specially the Program P mode and Auto.
MAJOR flaws:
1. Very Poor image quality, specially in flash photography. The flash will overexpose the central area of the frame every time. You cannot adjust or override flash intensity. No balanced Fill Flash.
2. Snaps are grainy even at iso200 indoors with flash.
3. VERY Poor 'Evaluative', 'Center Weighted' or 'Spot' light metering. If using the flash, the camera creates a halo around lit up or white objects as well as light streaks emanating from concentrated light sources (even recessed ceiling lights).
4. The 24mm Wide Angle as default at startup is poor design. objects at the edges are therefore always distorted by default. While the 24mm wide angle may be good, it is certainly NOT desirable as a default.
5. Movie at 720P is poor due to bad light metering and light streaks.
6. No manual settings/controls.
7. Triangular on/off button is not easy to press to start the camera. Photo/Movie selector button is also not easy to handle.
8. USB connector cover is flimsy at best.
9. The "Create Folder' menu item will create a new folder on the SD Card either monthly or Daily (no 'off' option). This causes folder management issues when downloading pictures to your PC.
Good points:
1. Usable touch screen although it takes some getting used to. The Touch Focus is a good feature.
2. Macro Mode.
3. Very compact and portable.
4. Battery life is good.
5. Good outdoor images.
I cannot understand how Canon could have released this product with such serious flaws, therefore, I have convinced myself that I have a defective product.
Just for reference, I have previously owned the following P&S cameras: Sony P8,T1,W1,T5,T7,T900, Fuji F100FD, and Canon SD110, all of which I do not have anymore. I also currently have a Nikon D70 DSLR which I have used extensively for 5 years. I would rank the picture quality on this (perhaps defective?) camera at the bottom.
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Binding: Electronics
Brand: Canon
Color: Silver
EAN: 0013803115338
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Model: SD980IS Silver
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