Canon PowerShot SD1000 / Digital IXUS 70 Digital Camera

Pros: Size, looks, weight, large screen, fast operation, pleasing photos, price
Cons: No manual control over aperture or shutter speed, no optical image stabilization

Since I have always liked Canon Digital Elph cameras (e.g. 6 -Megapixel SD600 and the 7 .1-Megapixel SD800 IS), I had to see how good the new Canon SD1000 is. The SD1000 is a ...

Pros: Excellent picture quality, great price, lots of features, large screen, ultra compact, great battery life
Cons: Little bit of lag with flash, could use image stabilization for low-light zoomed pictures

I have noticed a pattern in the purchasing of electronics in my household. It can only be described by the cliche "when it rains, it pours." My fiance and I will go for periods of several months without making any electronics purchases, only to follow it ...

Pros: Amazing picture quality, small size, durability, fast response time, face detection, and red-eye correction.
Cons: No internal memory, and no image stabilization.

I have been a great lover of cameras and the sport of taking pictures since I was a kid. I have always loved going outside just to find those perfect pictures and still do. Though, in my search for those perfect pictures sometimes the perfect picture ...

Pros: Ultra-compact, takes decent shots under most circumstances, easy to use, flexible
Cons: Shutter lag in flash mode, sensor has limited dynamic range, fixed aperture lens

The 7-megapixel SD1000 is the least expensive model in the current generation of Canon’s popular ultra-compact Elph (Ixus in Europe) digital cameras. Our family already has two cameras in this model line purchased over the last couple of years (an ...

Pros: Fits in shirt pocket. Good battery life.
Cons: Prone to lens damage. Not a very durable lens mechanism.

I bought the SD 1000 because I wanted a small point and shoot with good resolution, and enough versatility to meet various needs when carrying it around.  I got it all in this camera.The body is literally smaller than a cigarette pack, has ...

Pros: Small, fast, cute as a bug's ear. Good lcd.
Cons: Flawed circuitry or lens gears render camera useless. Canon does not honor in warranty.

The SD 1000 is a sweet little camera with a less than intuitive interface and fatal flaws in lens synchronization, which Canon refuses to honor in warranty. Don't buy it. With just over a year with the Canon SD 1000, moderate use and good care, the ...

Pros: Small size! Great image quality, speedy response, face detection, optical viewfinder
Cons: Lots of red-eye in inside pictures, no optical zoom during videos

The SD1000 is an ultra compact (3.38 x 2.11 x 0.76 in.) camera with 7.1 Mega Pixels and a 3x optical zoom and Canon's new DIGIC III processor. I purchased this camera am my family's main camera. My criteria were: small enough to take anywhere, good ...

Pros: size, viewfinder, weight and maximum resolution.
Cons: menu system, viewfinder easily scratched

I am a Canon guy. My first camera was a TX, followed by a T80, with all of the interchangeable lenses that go along with them. This is my first Canon digital camera. I purchased this camera for our summer vacation. I put a premium on a small form ...

Pros: Well built, light weight and portable, easy to find menu, zoom works in video mode.
Cons: Noticeable chromatic aberration, higher than expected noise, image quality is not as good.

I have been an enthusiast of digital cameras since they appeared in the market. I personally owned several Canon cameras including the A50, A40, A60, A520, and now the SD1000. I still have the A50, and the A520, but wanted something portable to actually ...

Pros: Price, picture quality, durability
Cons: shutter could be faster. Digital zoom does not make for the best pictures.

I needed a highly portable digital camera to substitute for my larger Canon dSLR. I didn't need anything fancy, anything expensive, nor did I need the latest technology. I wanted a great picture, durability and price. I found the PowerShot SD1000. For ...

Pros: Compact, strong construction, cheap, quick, little lag, uses cheap SD cards.
Cons: Dust Halo problems with flash photography, no battery indicator.

Great little camera at a great price as they are clearing them to make way for the new SD1100 which will cost $100+ more. Is it worth it? Some current reviews say no. The new model does have image stabilization but for this camera probably not really ...

Pros: Easy to use, compact, great value.
Cons: Battery life

This is my second version of our cannon SD. We had our previous cannon for five years and then decided we wanted another camera. We priced, researched and tested other cameras, but nothing compared to the upgraded Canon Power Shot SD1000. The screen ...

Pros: Cute form factor
Cons: Too light for a paperweight

DO NOT buy Canon products unless the terms offer a full refund. "My" SD1000 arrived malfunctioning. I could have returned it for another one, but I've played that hand already. After another sample of a bad batch, I end up changing manufacturers while ...

Pros: Large LCD, Good Quality Pictures, Easy to Use, Very Compact
Cons: Battery and Memory Card in the same space, Few Manual Controls

I've been using a Canon Powershot SD1000 for a couple of weeks now. First off, the good. It has so far performed very well. It is by far the smallest camera I have ever owned, but it is easy to hold and handle. The LCD is big and easy to ...

Pros: Great photo quality, ease of use.
Cons: Too many glitches, Lens errors, and poor customer service

I have always loved the durability of Canon products. Most of their cameras, at first glance, look sturdy and trustworthy, mostly because of the fact that they are not made with shoddy plastic casing. Most Canon cameras can withstand elements of the ...

Pros: Quality made in Japan, a rarity these days.
Small
Good battery life
Convenient Small Charger
Attractive
Sturdy
Cons: Confusing menus and controls
Battery door is difficult to open
OEM case is inconvenient
No image stabilization

There are two reasons I bought this camera.1. It's made in Japan, in this day amp; age a rarity.2. Compact size.I replaced a Pentax Optio S, the O.G. Altoids box camera and this one is it's clone for size amp; shape.... perfection. I ...

Pros: Built solid. excellent picture quality. CHEAP
Cons: NONE

Cannon powershot sd 1000 is A good camera for the average user. It was the upgrade to the sd600 series. it has a 7.1 megapixel resolution which is plenty enough for clear crisp picture. I took this camera to florida with me on the family vacation. It ...

Pros: Size,(compact) Good Price Point, Red Eye Correction, Ease of Handle
Cons: Image Stabilization, Somewhat Slow Shutter Speed, Average Battery Life

Another quality product from Canon. While I won't say that the camera offers a big bang for the bucks, it is solid and reliable. If you're just looking for a standard point and shoot camera, this is a sure bet to give you what you want. The camera ...

Pros: Movie quality, vivid color performance in stills, ease of use, battery life
Cons: Zoom, low-light performance sans flash.

I got this from my niece, who took very good care of it. I had a bit of trepidation about it, but since it was Canon, a company known for imaging, I took a bit of a chance. I'm very impressed with the quality of stills one can take with this camera ...

Pros: Durable, Lightweight, High Quality
Cons: None

I have been using Canon cameras for 20 years. This little camera is my third Elph, and I have loved every one. Of course, with time and technology change, this one is the best so far!!! I received this camera as a gift after losing my last Canon Elph. ...

Pros: Fast, Bright Clear display, small, good video, auto mode works
Cons: boxy design, no battery estimate, no manual controls, no image stabilization

This camera has take many beautiful shots, both far away and macro. It is very easy to use and takes great pictures in auto mode. The menus are easy to navigate (especially having owned other Canon cameras). It turns on very fast and takes pictures ...

Pros: Very small size, durable metal body. Fast startup and focus.
Cons: It lacks image stabilization.

I've had the Canon SD1000 for about four months now, and I carry it with me almost all the time. The camera is tiny, smaller than a deck of cards, and the case is matte finished metal that stands up well to wear. The small size makes it easy to stash ...

Pros: Size, picture quality, large screen, types/number of settings
Cons: Red eye reduction feature lacking, significant shutter lag in flash mode

After a few years, it was time to replace my favorite digital camera (Canon A520). After much research, I decided to buy the SD1000. I found an amazing deal at Amazon.com, and within a few days it was here. This camera had a lot to live up to. I ...

Pros: Size; Shape; Weight; Style; Optical Viewfinder; Good Screen; Custom White Balance.
Cons: Redeye in flash pictures; Flash weak; Lag after flash; Needs a more grippable right front.

I bought the Canon SD1000 (also known as the Ixus 70) because 1)I wanted something that would fit in my shirt pocket or equivalent and which I would always carry, 2)it got good to excellent reviews from experts, and 3)I have two A-series Canons that have ...

Pros: Great size, durable, and long battery life.
Cons: Pictures aren't perfect, can not zoom in really well.

This camera has been on quite a few adventures with me and has proven itself worthy of every dollar! The rechargeable battery lasts a really long time once fully charged, easy to sync with any computer, really durable, great size, and takes decent ...

Pros: perfect size great battery life
Cons: so many options haven't seen them all

The past two cameras I have owned have been Kodak. I had my last Kodak for only a year and it broke and they wanted over $100 to fix it, which was crazy. So, I asked for a camera for Christmas. I did my research and decided on this one as it has ...

Pros: easy to use, compact and light
Cons: night shots can be blurry and multiple shots in quick succession not possible

If you can still find this camera on sale, it's got all the same features as the newer SD850 (except a slightly smaller LCD screen) but is much cheaper. Consumer reviews all had this camera at the top of their lists which means millions of consumers ...

Pros: Compact, easy to use, long battery life per charge.
Cons: Sometimes photos have slight fish-eye quality, does not fire rapid succession.

This camera would be a nice first camera for someone switching from SLR manual, film camera or a responsible teen who has some experience with cameras. The Power Shot replaces another larger digital Power Shot Cannon which got run over by an adjustable ...

Pros: good memory, battery, 7.1 megapixel,and ISO boost.
Cons: No manual, ISO menu disappears quickly, and the Navigator ring/4-way controller difficult to operate

This is a grate digital camera it is a light and easy use camera. The digital screen looks fantastic, speed is decent, and photo quality also the battery has been improve by 31% and last longer. It has a fast recycle, 7.1 Megapixel CCD, and perfect for ...

Pros: Small, fast turn-on, easy to use, most default settings fine.
Cons: Making manual adjustments to exposure difficult

One of the smallest ultracompacts available in US now (May/June 2007); very good value.

Very easy to use (purchased as gift for spouse). I really like the fact that it still has an optical viewfinder (useful in bright outdoor settings).

Most of the default settings or automatic settings are quite good. Changing some of the settings are not quite as intuitive as one would like (cycling flash options, for example--turning red-eye on/off is from the tools menu, rather than just cycling the flash button).

Turns on/off pretty quickly (on the order of 1 second or so).

Battery life also appears excellent.

Pros: Great picture quality.
Cons: Fragile

This camera takes great pictures for the price and you won't regret your purchase. Canon cameras in general are the best digital cameras in the market and they take the best pictures.

Pros: Compact camera size with large lcd screen, Incredible battery life.
Cons: Can't think of any.

My wife and I bought this camera right before our wedding. This is our 8th digital camera. Before purchasing I assumed that all digital camera's eat battery's after about 20-50 pictures taken. I was always so disappointed with digital camera's until we bought the SD1000. We took almost 350 pictures at our wedding before it warned us of low battery. The pictures turned out great, the price was fantastic, the rechargeable lithium battery lasts forever, the speed of the camera is better than I have ever seen and the size of the camera is ideal. I will never buy any other camera brand then Canon.

Pros: compact, easy, decent tools
Cons: short battery life, sub-par zoom

This camera works great for basic usage. It's compact and portable. It's easy to use - perfect for point and shoot photography.

The battery life is short, so I always carry 1-2 spare batteries with me. The zoom is not stellar, which is expected.

I especially like using the timer tool and color swap.

Pros: Portable, good LCD display, using the basics is easy
Cons: Zoom not that great, challenging to take low light photos

After owning a Canon PowerShot 3.2 mega pixel camera for several years, my wife and I decided to upgrade to a smaller, more powerful camera. We found a great deal at an office supplies store (that I would rather not name due to their continued poor service) and purchased the SD1000 Digital Elph for $149 in November 2007 during a Black Friday sale. After purchasing my first Canon maybe just 5 years ago at more than twice the price (and that was a good deal back then), I could not believe the quality that this camera provided. It is powerful at 7.1 mega pixels and, more importantly to us, very compact, taking up less than half the space we had with our old camera. The menus took some getting used to, but the large display is great, and shooting and downloading pictures is easier than before. I did discover a few challenges taking photos with poor lighting that I had not experienced with my old camera, but found settings to combat that (a little inconvenient though). I have not tried the movie feature yet, but I have a camcorder for that anyways.

Pros: Compact size, cool features, great action shots
Cons: Flash is a little slow, screen is smaller than I would like

I got this camera for Christmas last year and started playing around with it immediately.  There are some really cool features on it such as Color Accent where you can pick a color that you want to show up and everything else in the picture is black and white.  The pictures look awesome!  One thing I really don't like about it is that it is nearly impossible to take a picture without the flash on.  The pictures always come out blurry.

Pros: size, quality of pictures
Cons: price (when I bought it, although now it is less expensive_

I bought this camera as my third digital camera. I like the compactness of it, the battery lasts quite a long time, is really easy to charge (comes with an electrical outlet charger), and takes great pictures.

It is very easy to use which was important to me. You can use the Auto feature and still take great pictures.

Pros: cant make a better body. the looks. 2.5 inch screen in such compact space
Cons: battery good, but panasonic fx01 was better, the (picture quality of fx01 was pathetic)

Used it for about a week now. I have used more bulkier canons and sonys, and have decided that everywhere carryability is more important than some extra manual features. Ixus 70 has a lot of manual features, though. The picture is very good. I compared with my sony w1, which is also a fantastic camera. But pics of ixus is more correctly coloured, whereas sony tends to be a bit sweet - like dressing up. No dont get me wrong its a minor feeling. sony is also very good. Ixus 70 is the best.

Pros: Speed, quality of colours and sharpness, hardly any purple fringing.
Cons: Lack of manual control over aperture and shutter speed.

This compact has to be one of the best I have ever had. Blows away the competition with crisp colours, little purple fringing and good speed. Another well-thought through, well-made, Canon product!!

Pros: Compact. Sleek. Easy to use.
Cons: TERRIBLE TERRIBLE PHOTO QUALITY unless you are under full sun.

Got an excellent service from S-410 for over 2 years. Then i dropped it and broke its LCD. Hence i started looking for a digital camera. It had to be CANON since it gives best photo quality. I looked at my options and like SD1000 although i did see some people complaining about its picture quality. Well, i have had the camera for over a month now... guess what.... CANON let me down. Something about this model, it is terrible. Unless you are taking picture in the beach under full sun, you will NOT get quality. Your WILL get dithered.

Pros: Good looking, great pictures
Cons: Battery life sucks

Great good looking camera. It will fit your pocket, so you have every opportunity to take it with you and use it! But poor battery life, when you use your flash it will be dry in just a few shots. Good quality pictures, even with just 2.1 megapixels. Its great for quality snapshots.

Pros: compact, easy to use
Cons: has more features than I would ever use

What a great little camera, compact and easy to use, even for an amateur like me. With a price of only $199 online from RitzCamera and a 3% rebate if you log into ConsumerClub.com, it is a true great deal!
Can recommend it to anyone.

Pros: amazingly clear pictures; lightweight and VERY DURABLE; neat adjustments; simple layout of menus and options.
Cons: Some adjustments (color accents and color swaps) aren't available with flash.

After using several digital cameras, I've finally found the one I'd like to say I'll keep forever. I've used Kodak, Sony, and another Canon that I didn't feel were appropriate for my level of experience and knowledge. The PowerShot is perfect for both the average user (like myself) as well as advanced users (like my wife) who know what most of those buttons do! The one feature that really sold me was the ability to take pictures with color accents and color replacements. For instance, if you wanted to take a picture with only one color visible and the rest grey-washed, all it takes is two pushes of a button to adjust the camera to do so. If an average user like myself can manage that, anyone could!

Pros: Great picture quality; lots of controls; large screen; optical view-finder; included SD card.
Cons: SD card is only 32 MB; some darkened edges or purple fringing

The camera is sleek, fits nicely in my small hand, has simple controls and does exactly what is expected. However, every professional review I read spoke about purple fringing and this is definitely the case.

While the effects of the purple fringing can be reduced by limiting the use of the Flash, if you're thinking about taking pictures for anything more than just personal use, the darkened edges are noticeable.

Pros: Good picture image when it actually takes one
Cons: MASSIVE PROBLEM WITH UNRELIABLE LENSE FUNCTION. DO NOT BUY

I bought my ixus 70 at the end of January. By the end of March the lens was playing up and kept saying "lens error" Its currently in for repair but at 4 months old I just want my money back. I dont trust the thing. It had other issues but I think they all relate to the malfunction of the lense.

Pros: Everything
Cons: None

I brought this camera for our family for Christmas. Our 1st digital camera. I had a 35mm Nikon 1000 which was 20 years old but a little to heavy to carry around. This camera takes great clear crisp pictures. A lot of functions for the price. What is nice there are two guides one for basic operation and one for advanced. So far we love this camera. My 16 year old can even operate with no problem and my husband who is not electronically incline can shoot pictures with it.

Pros: Very easy to use.
Cons: None

I have this camera. It takes good pictures and is easy to use.

Easy to figure out without reading the manual (I hate reading manuals)
Basic cannon functions
My son figured it out by the simple pictures on it.

Pros: Small, great pic's large viewfinder
Cons: "Lens Error" rendered camera inoperable

Plus: A lovely little camera, takes great pics, recommended by Which? magazine BUT it seems to have a design flaw. After a few weeks it started giving intermittent "Lens Error. Restart camera " messages. Then after another week or two it permanently gave the message, rendering the camera useless.

Pros: Compact, great pictures, many features, has a viewfinder (many do not), great battery life.
Cons: Menus, functions more complicated than I would prefer.

I bought this to replace a Canon A520 which was REALLY SLOW to get ready for the next shot whether using flash or not. Uses proprietary battery rather than AAs like other Canons but so far so good. I set it to several notches lower than the default 7.1 megapixels and that is good enough for me. Also got it at a great price.

Pros: Great point-and-shoot camera, great macro shots, clear photography, good for family photography
Cons: Images have tendency to be blurry, shutter speed (esp w/ flash) is not optimal

I was given this camera for Christmas and it was one of the best gifts I've ever received! I am NOT a hardcore photographer, but rather just wanted a quality point-and-shoot for pics of family and friends. The SD1000 has done the trick and then some!

I am obsessed with the macro setting - it does a great job of shooting your macro pics. I find that many of my black and whites come out blurry, but thus is the nature of b/w.

The size is handy - fits in my purse and I take it everywhere I go. I previously had a very large Fuji digital camera that was hard to carry around and was more for true photographers, not a simple family gal.

The camera has a bunch of neat features and functions that a non-professional photographer can play around with to get more high-quality photographs. All-in-all, a fantastic camera!

Pros: Easy upload on to computers. Easy to use for any age.
Cons: Very delicate when dropped. Easily scratched.

This camera takes amazing pictures! The zoom is wonderful and the focus goes right to the the thing being photographed.