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Canon Powershot SD850 IS

Canon Powershot SD850 IS

B+
HQ Grade: B+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 5 out of 5
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  • 2 out of 5
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What more can be said about Canon ultracompacts? People love them, they're sleek, stylish, and chock full of great features. The SD850 IS is no exception. Building on the popular SD700 IS, the 850 retains the vital image stabilization that makes shooting clear shots with a small camera a breeze. On top of that, the 8 megapixel sensor will allow you... read more

Specifications

  • 8 megapixels
  • DIGIC III Image Processor
  • 4x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Movie mode with sound
  • Autofocus
  • Auto and manual exposure
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Answered Questions for the SD850 IS

Q: How much did it cost to get your broken LCD screens fixed on the Kodak V803?
A: Bryce, it may still be under warranty. I'd check with Kodak first. With it so close to you're purchase date... read more
Q: How do you compare the SD850is to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5?!?
A: I have the TZ5. I did extensive research before purchasing a camera. I went to the store and put an... read more
Q: How do I reset my SD850 to factory settings?
A: yes, there is. This is a fairly easy procedure which involves either going into your setup menu and choosing "reset... read more

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Open Questions for the SD850 IS

Q: How to get review on the Canon Powershot SD850 IS, that was on your site?
5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Extremely Dark Pictures in Auto Mode?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I've been told that the Cannon SD850IS is no longer in production. True?
2 points for best answer - 1 reply

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Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Canon SD850 IS

Store Rating Store Name Price Visit Store
4.8 out of 5 53 Store Reviews C&S Photo Shop
via BeatThat!
$479.00 Go!
4.0 out of 5 1119 Store Reviews eBay $266.00 Go!
3.0 out of 5 136 Store Reviews Amazon Marketplace $479.00 Go!
4.8 out of 5 584 Store Reviews Pavilion Electronics
via Amazon.com
$649.99 Go!
4.7 out of 5 3929 Store Reviews Toyzz
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$670.99 Go!

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  • 4.41 out of 5

Average rating based on 624 total reviews: 4.41/5

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  • 5 out of 5
The best :] (Haru - 1/3/09)

I really like this camera. It is great and takes clear and fine pictures. It is really nice and has better qualities than most cameras. read more

  • 2 out of 5
Canon SD 850 IS (Fred Lopez - 12/5/08)

I did a lot of research before I purchased this camera so I thought I made a safe choice. Wrong! It performed great until it... read more

  • 4 out of 5
I Like It! (Niki - 6/22/08)

I really like the camera. It is easy to use and takes great pictures. My only complaint is not being able to crop my pictures... read more

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