Canon PowerShot SD1200IS Digital Camera

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Product Details

  • 10.0-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for prints up to 13 x 19 inches
  • 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II screen
  • DIGIC 4 Image Processor with evolved Face Detection Technology; Face Detection Self-timer
  • Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings
  • Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

Video Reviews

Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS 10-Megapixel ELPH Digital Camera
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS DIGITAL ELPH Camera Unboxing
Canon Powershot SD1200 IS Unboxing (Green)

Customer Reviews

dissapointing, poor quality, not so great
 
Review Date: February 8, 2010
Reviewer: Sean, Raleigh, NC United States
I bought this camera as a replacement of an older Canon PowerShot SD800IS which I accidentally broke. I was so pleased with the older model I bought this newer model without checking it firsthand at a store (after all it is many more features). I've realized this was a huge mistake - and here's why:

1. The first thing I noticed was the build quality of the camera was very poor - It looks poorly engineered and it is made entirely out of plastic now. Also it is now manufactured in China where as the older model was made of metal and manufactured in Japan. Also all the accessories like the battery charger are noticeably cheaper.

2. The battery life is really short - I would be lucky to get an hour's worth of use before the battery runs out - after being fully charged the night before. I have recently discovered that there is a design/manufacturing issue with the seating of the battery and now when the low battery warning flashes I simply open the battery cover and jiggle the battery and the camera starts working again. I discovered this out of frustration.

3. Compared to the old camera - the flash really floods (or overexposes) an image and all the colors get washed out - so I end up using the flash as little as possible - but now the pictures become very grainy. Hence the photo quality is definitely not on par compared to the older model.

I am definitely not a professional photographer and use the camera purely for photographing my kids so I keep the camera on it's default settings for almost all photos - I am telling you this so you understand I am a casual photographer and even my less discerning photographic needs are not being met by this camera.




question about date and time imprint
 
Review Date: February 8, 2010
Reviewer: G. C. Belen, Lathrop, ca
hi, i am looking to buy a new point and shoot and i'm leaning to buy canon sd1200. the reviews i'm reading are good so far. i just have one question, does this sd1200 has a date and time imprint on the photos?
Great, fun camera!
 
Review Date: February 8, 2010
Reviewer: C. Moore, Summit, NJ
For many, many years, my camera of choice was the Canon digital rebel with some interchangeable lenses, but i really wanted a portable camera that would take quality shots. A few years ago i purchased a small Sanyo at the recommendation of my local photo shop. Bad choice! Terrible pictures... So i recently decided to try again, but to stick with Canon (and pay a little more). Well... as the saying goes, you get what you pay for, and I LOVE this little camera! I hardly use the big one at all anymore.
canon Power Shot sd1200is 10x
 
Review Date: February 8, 2010
Reviewer: Robert Peters, Estes Park, Co
a superior camera with excellent clarity even allows motion pictures

only drawback is a i second delay in taking picture
Fun Little Camera
 
Review Date: February 8, 2010
Reviewer: Rufina,
This camera is a fun little camera. I learned to use this camera quickly and have enjoyed it since day one. The picture quality is great for a reasonably priced camera. The only item I would improve at this point would be a quicker focus, so the camera would take some shots faster. Other than that I would definitely buy this camera again!
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Rating: 9.0/10 (1 vote cast)
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  1. Digital Camera November 13, 2009 1:26 pm

    What make me really love this camera is the siye easy to carry any were and the enomouse functions it has

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