Canon PowerShot SD1200IS 10 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.5-inch LCD (Green)

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I really like this camera. Im pretty loyal to my point and shoot cameras, but after losing some great shots because I ran out of film one vacation, I decided to check out digital cameras. After reading the reviews on the Canon PowerShot, I decided to take the plunge and have not been disappointed. Its small and easily fits inside my purse. Im still on a learning curve with all of its features, but its pretty cool. The on-line manual is very helpful, but I wish it came in a booklet. To find out about the different settings, you need to review the manual. Sometime when I have the inclination, Ill print it out. So far I have found it easy to use and my pictures have turned out really nice. I do have a tendency to move the camera when I take a picture so the stability control helps. Ive also used a suggestion from another user to set it to the Kids and Pets setting to help with subject movements. I have not had a problem with the buttons, but I do not have large hands. I am looking forward to taking this camera on my next vacation where Ill have an opportunity to try out the beach and aquarium settings. Along with the camera size and picture quality, I really like the fact that I can just set it on automatic or use the different settings. Its just a great little camera for me.

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I converted some time back from the coolpix to the powershot SD900 then to the SD870IS and finally now to the SD1100 with all the advancements that two years of evolution should bring. The higher density brings some terrific pictures! Though at night with any back ground lighting you will have to do battle with the noise. The movies are much improved over the 870IS especially when zoomed but the quick draw point & shoot is a bit degraded as about 20% of pictures will be out of focus. This was not an issue with the two Cannon predecessors I owned? The power button is smaller which is a great safety improvement as my last camera was totaled when the power button was accidentally pushed on while in my pocket, the lens tried to extend in my pocket but could not thereby jamming -boom totaled camera. So by upgrading I get higher density shots with great quality especially zoom, better movies, even a more compact camera, but take double shots for the 20% that I plan may be out of focus. I dont know if its dynamic stabilization or electronic focus which is giving me trouble? Then again could be user error as I havent taken time to read the instruction book as I was already familiar with the earlier powershot models I owned. Would I recommend it? Sure, for the price its an impressive value.

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I checked tons of professional reviews on different cameras and ended choosing this one because of the consistently good reviews it had. I definitely agree with all the good reviews. This camera is small, it has a nice size LCD, and even though I love the new bigger, touchscreen LCDs in some newer models, this camera has better image quality. It has automatic as well as manual settings and theyre easy to set up, and available right from the homescreen. For low light inside settings, the manual ISO settings work well, the picture does become a bit grainy on lower settings, but this is expected for this type of digital camera. I love the fact that it has a timer and the option to customize the time and number of shots as well. It has many extras such as slideshow, cropping and red eye correction all built into the camera. It also has optical image stabilization, which is better than digital stabilization. The video quality is decent, good for internet posting or emailing. This camera actually works excellent compared to most models in this price range, its very hard to find anything better unless youre willing to pay over $300. Plus, the battery life is extremely good, Ive taken over a thousand pictures and Im only on my 4th battery charge so far. Edited to add that this camera doesnt have any internal memory, so just keep that in mind. One more thing, with some Cannon printers, you have the option to connect the camera and print right from it without having to buy an additional dock and it has some extra features as well when used together.

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I needed a replacement for my Nikon Coolpix point and shoot because I was getting annoyed with the blurry pictures. I bought the Nikon about 2 years ago because of its smaller footprint than the Canon point and shoots. However over the last 2 years, I have been fairly disappointed with the picture quality. Therefore I was looking around and after reading the reviews, I bought the 1200IS. I have been using it for about 3 weeks now and am very impressed as are other reviewers with the quality of the pictures for the price point. This is a very basic camera but it is perfect for a compact point and shoot. I would say that 5 out of 10 pictures on my old Nikon came out well. So far, I would say 8 out of 10 pictures on this Canon come out well! I would highly recommend this camera for anyone looking for a basic point and shoot that does not need some more of the advanced manual settings.

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I love this camera. I at first had a it of a problem focusing on moving targets like fast moving kiddos, but have since mastered that. I use it all the time taking it on bicycle rides every weekend. I like the poratbility it fits perfectly in my pocket or bicycle bag. Once it even fell out of my bicycle bag landing on the asphault while doing a 50 mile ride but after I turned back and picked it up the only thing was the battery compartment popped open, the camera still worked and months later I have not had any problems. I bought my first Canon about 5 years ago it was very good and only upgraded becaseu my son pushed the zoom in by hand I bought the Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 for too much money and hated it so I found this camera and caught it on sale...perfecto...oh I picked the bright pink color because I am always losing things and it seem to be easier to find.

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This camera is awesome. I am partial to Canon stuff but this little camera fits in your pocket, turns on fairly quick, has a great picture (10MP) and can hold a million pictures with the right little card inserted. Buy another battery though as you will quickly forget how long this battery actually lasts and then you are caught with the little light flashing that is it finally time to charge it. the extra battery is like $60 with some gadgets included like a tripod, carrying case and other stuff. And the process of switching out the battery is quick and easy as well. Did I mention the price of this camera. It was a bargain when I first bought mine two years ago for like $350. This one was purchased for my wife. Now we each have the same camera, and she can have it on her person all the time now. Without myself searching for mine. Also... all of the cords and cards and software and everything else are the same and compatible. Truly functional, awesome and priced right.

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This camera has been replaced by a newer model that I dont care for. I had to purchase this one new by shopping around. The reason I love this little point and shoot camera is because it was one of the last pocket cameras that sport an optical viewfinder. This little gem makes it easy to see your subject through the viewfinder instead of on the LCD screen in sunlight. No clue why its nearly impossible to find a small P&S with an optical viewfinder. Seems the only digital cameras with this feature now are the higher end SLR cameras. Most digital cameras now have higher resolution, but 10 mega pixels is not a problem. The only reason higher megapixels have to be used is if you are trying to blow up parts of a photo. 10 megapixels will be a high enough resolution to print out a very sharp photo to fit an 8X10 frame.

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I have enjoyed this little camera, but I must say I miss my last camera that was lost. My last digital camera was a PowerShot SD850 IS Digital ELPH. It only had 8 MP and I thought, well since I am buying a new one, I will go up to 10 MP with this camera. But my pictures came out so much better on the SD850. But I must also say that this new camera is super easy to use and very user friendly. I was able to pick it up and start using without reading the directions. My friend was amazed since I had just taken it out of the box and was able to go back to previous pictures and zoom in, etc. So, this would be a great camera for any normal picture taking and so small and light weight...you can take it anywhere. If you never had the SD850, you wouldnt know what you are missing. The pictures come out fine and still much better quality than many out there. My sister has the cool pix and my pictures blows hers away.

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I bought this as a gift for my mom about 6 years ago and she still uses it all the time. She loves it. Its not fancy. Its just a simple point and shoot camera. If thats what youre looking for, i recommend it.

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I just got this camera - Im very impressed so far. One thing that the photos dont quite convey is just how compact it is - lots of great features in a very small package. I wanted to echo something that other people have written. Its not packaged with a memory card. I recommend the Kingston 8GB SD HC Card: [...] Its $17 for 8GB, which will hold 3000 pictures at the maximum 10 megapixels. The camera accepts SD, SDHC, MultiMedia, MMCplus, and HC MMCplus cards. The camera comes with a wrist strap, but no case. I got this one: [...] Its just a cover to protect the camera - it doesnt have any pockets for accessories. If you want one, there are plenty of third party camera cases out there. You really should get some kind of case to protect the camera (especially the large LCD screen) from scratches.

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