The smallest Digital Elph yet, the petite and undeniably chic Canon PowerShot SD10 packs a lot of digital photography power. It features a 4-megapixel resolution, movie mode with audio for up to 3 minutes of video, 5-point AiAF, and a fixed focus lens with 5.7x digital zoom. This model comes in stylish white, but the SD10 also comes in black, bronze, and silver.
Optics and Resolution
The PowerShot SD10 offers a 4-megapixel CCD sensor that produces images up to 2272 x 1704 pixels for photo-quality 11 x 14 inch enlargements. Other resolution modes include 1600 x 1200, 1024 x 768, and 640 x 480. The fixed focus lens has a focal length of 2.8mm. The SD10 enables you to get closer to your subject with its 5.7x digital zoom. The SD10 also features Canon's nine-point AiAF system for focusing accuracy and shutter speeds of 15 to 1/1,500 second.
Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the SD10 can also record up to 3 minutes of video with sound. It has two resolution settings: 320 x 240, and 160 x 120. You can record for up to 3 minutes per clip in either resolution. Note that you cannot use the optical zoom when in movie mode. The included 32 MB memory card can hold 85 seconds of video at the highest setting.
More Features
The SD10 features a fast start-up time of just 1.4 seconds, and a shot-to-shot speed of 1.5 seconds. The Quick Shot feature lets you activate the shutter immediately in one stroke after you press the shutter release button; the SD10 even optimizes the focus automatically.
Canon's DIGIC (DIGital Imaging Core) processor ensures excellent color rendition and white balance for every shot, as well as super-fast auto focusing, noise-free imaging, and advanced flash exposure performance. Even before the shutter release is pressed, the built-in iSAPS (intelligent scene analysis based on photographic space) technology is analyzing the scene and making camera adjustments to deliver fast focusing and perfect exposures.
Other features include:
- 1.5-inch LCD monitor (no viewfinder)
- Built-in flash with Auto, Red-eye Reduction On/Off, Slow-sync modes
- Shooting modes: Auto, Manual, Slow Shutter, Quick Shot, Stitch Assist, Movie
- Photo effects: Vivid Color, Neutral Color, Low Sharpening, Sepia, Black & White
- Metering: evaluative, spot, center weighted average
- Continuous shooting of 1.6 frames per second, up to 8 frames
- Self timer with 2 and 10 second options
Canon has introduced a series of printers designed to work directly with its lineup of digital cameras. Using these printers, no computer is required--simply connect the camera to the printer and start printing. Printers include Canon's bubble jet direct printers i900D and i960, and card photo printer CP-200 and CP-300. Of course, photos from your camera can also be printed on any home computer system with an inkjet printer, sent off for online processing, or simply enjoyed on your computer screen.
Storage and Transfer
The SD10 is compatible with Secure Digital (SD) MultiMedia (MMC) memory cards; a 32 MB SD card is included. When shooting in Large/Normal mode, you can store 26 images on the included memory card. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1, which means the camera can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.
Power and Size
The camera is powered by a proprietary rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NB-3L). It measures 3.6 by 1.9 by 0.7 inches and weighs 3.5 ounces (excluding battery).
What's In The Box
This package includes the PowerShot SD10 digital camera, 32 MB Secure Digital memory card, rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NB-3L), battery charger (CB-2LU), USB and AV cables, and wrist strap. It also comes with ArcSoft Camera Suite and Digital Camera Solutions CD-ROMs with imaging software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.
Product Description:
The PowerShot SD10 lets you express your personal style with a choice of cool colors and textures, a super-sleek size and a 4.0 Megapixel design that gives you the high resolution images that make a big impression. 4.0 Megapixel CCD Canon engineers tap the power of 4 million pixels, for images that remain vibrantly sharp even in larger print sizes. High Resolution Single Focus Lens Count on premium optics in an ingeniously compact design featuring a focal length of 39mm (35mm equivalent). DIGIC Technology Canonās exclusive imaging processor delivers enhanced picture quality, faster processing speed and extended battery life. 5-point AiAF Autofocus Very, very sharp. Hereās dependably vivid focusing, combined with single-point AF for subjects that are far off-center. 5.7x Digital Zoom Press the power zoom button and compose the perfect scene with a versatile focal range of 39-222mm (35mm equivalent). Macro Mode Lets you focus as close as 1.2 inches from your subject. Suddenly, a world of fascinating textures is yours. Quick Shot Function Lets you activate the shutter immediately in one stroke after you push the shutter button. You wonāt miss a shot! Movie Mode Imagine recording movies up to 3 minutes long. Play back on the LCD monitor or your computer. Direct Print and PictBridge No need for a computer. PowerShot SD10 Digital ELPH connects directly to Canon Card Photo Printer, Bubble Jet Direct Photo Printer and any printer that is PictBridge compatible. Great prints in a snap!
Canon Powershot SD10 4MP Digital Camera (White)