Canon Powershot... SD700, 800 or 900?

Question

I see one is like 10.4 megapix...I want a good camera to take nice pics but im not like a photographer or anything. I currently have a nikon coolpix. So which out of the 3 is the best?

Whats the difference between them?

What is image stabilization??? And my coolpix is 4 yrs old and the screen is cracked

Answer 1

SD 700
$ 344
6.0-megapixel
zoom: 35-140mm with image stabilization
maximum ISO 800
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SD 800
$ 384
7.1-megapixel
zoom: 28-105mm with image stabilization
maximum ISO 1600
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SD 900
$ 457
10.0-megapixel
zoom: 37-111mm but NO image stabilization
maximum ISO 1600
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All of the other features and controls are virtually identical. They also all get great reviews.
So, which one? To be perfectly honest, all compact cameras with more than 8-megapixels are marketing hype. There is no way that the lens is good enough to give you that much resolution. So if 10-megapixels isn't a bonus, the SD900's lack of image stabilization and high cost disqualify it for me.
Between the 700 and the 800, the 800 gives you a bit more REAL resolution, and in theory you can use it in very low light. The pictures will look like crap if you set the ISO to 1600 - but it's there if you need it. Also, the 800 has the widest zoom of all three models, which is great for indoor shots and landscapes. For me, the SD800 is worth the extra $40.
But since you already have a digital camera, I'm a bit curious why you're upgrading to another point & shoot. Digital cameras have come a long way over the past few years, and the Powershot is a great camera, but still... Play around with it in the store for a few minutes to see if it's really THAT much better than your old CoolPix.

Answer 2

Between these three- the SD700 is probably your best choice. more pixels doesn't mean better image quality, just larger files.

The SD800 came out with putting in a much needed wider angle 28mm lens, but it has terrible corner softness, so only the center 35mm is probably really usable anyway.

the 900 is just an overpriced poser camera.

Compare the SD700 (which is a terrific camera) with the Fuji F30, if you take a lot of indoor shots- as it's by far the best for low light work, or the Panasonic FX series if you want a good 28mm wide angle (leica) lens.

Answer 3

the cheapest as they are all good