| SD790 IS |
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| Also known as |
Canon Digital IXUS 90 IS |
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| Product |
Digital Camera |
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| Format |
Compact |
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| Manufacturer |
Canon |
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| Series |
PowerShot SD |
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| Megapixels |
10 MP |
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| Zoom wide |
35 mm |
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| Optical zoom |
105 mm (3 x) |
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, 4 x |
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| Image stabilization |
Yes, Lens |
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| ISO rating |
1600 |
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| LCD |
3 inches |
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| Viewfinder |
None |
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| Storage types |
SD, SDHC, MMC card |
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| Battery |
Lithium-Ion NB-6L |
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| Release date |
March 13, 2008 |
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Summary
- Advanced 10.0 Megapixel Digital ELPH with 3x Optical Zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer.
- View your crisp clear images on a large 3.0-inch PureColor LCD II screen for bright, accurate color with great viewing from a wide range of angles.
- Improved Face Detection Technology sets the focus, exposure, flash and white balance automatically, allowing greater freedom of shooting before, during and after taking the image.
- Stand out in a crowd with an edgy, stylish design combined with a cool new button configuration for great operability.
- Motion Detection Technology automatically detects subject movement and optimizes exposure control and ISO settings to reduce image blur.
- DIGIC III Image Processor for superior image quality and improved functionality.
- Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Photo Printers and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.
Press Release
Powerful Features, Inimitable Style and an Eye Opening View.
Chiseled edges with a subtle gleam give this PowerShot SD790 IS Digital ELPH distinctive sculptural appeal. Just as attractive are its high-end specifications, including 10 megapixels of resolution plus Face Detection and Motion Detection Technology that delivers the ultimate in crisp, clear, amazingly detailed images. Prepare to be transfixed by the view from the camera's 3.0-inch PureColor LCD II screen. With rich, accurate color and superb clarity, the screen is easy to view at wide angles too - perfect for gathering a group around to see your images.
Image Gallery
Specifications
Physical
| Environmentally sealed |
No
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| Battery model |
NB-6L
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| Battery type |
Lithium-Ion NB-5L battery & charger
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| Battery life (CIPA) |
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| Weight (inc. batteries) |
195 g (6.9 oz)
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| Dimensions |
92 x 57 x 21 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 0.8 in)
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Sensor
| Max Resolution |
3648 x 2736
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| Resolutions |
2648 x 2048, 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
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| Image ratio (w:h) |
4:3, 16:9
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| Effective pixels |
10.0 million
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| Sensor photo detectors |
10.3 million
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| Sensor size |
1/2.3 " (6.16 x 4.62 mm, 0.28 cm²)
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| Sensor type |
CCD
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| Processor |
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Image
| ISO |
Auto, High Auto, 80 ,100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
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| White balance presets |
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| Custom white balance |
5 positions plus manual
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| Image stabilization |
Yes, Lens
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| Uncompressed format |
No
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| Quality Levels |
Super-Fine, Fine, Normal
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Optics / Focus
| Focal length (equiv.) |
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| Zoom wide (W) |
35 mm
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| Optical zoom |
105 mm (3 x)
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| Auto focus |
AiAF TTL 9-point (with face detection)
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, 4 x
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| Manual Focus |
No
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| Normal focus range |
30 cm
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| Macro focus range |
3 cm
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| Focus points |
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| Lens mount |
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Screen / Viewfinder
| Articulated screen |
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| Screen size |
3 "
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| Screen dots |
230,000
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| Touchscreen |
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| Live View |
No
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| Viewfinder type |
None
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Photography Features
| Maximum aperture |
F2.8 - F4.9
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| Minimum shutter |
15 sec
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| Maximum shutter |
1/1600 sec
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| Aperture priority |
No
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| Shutter priority |
No
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| Manual exposure mode |
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| Subject / scene modes |
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| Built-in flash |
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| Flash range |
3.5 m
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| External flash |
No
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| Flash modes |
Auto, On, Off, FE Lock, Slow, Red Eye Reduction, Auto Red Eye Correction
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| Continuous Drive |
Yes, 1.4 fps
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| Self-timer |
Yes, 2 or 10 sec
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| Metering modes |
Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame), center-weighted average, Spot (center)
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| Exposure compensation |
-2 to +2 EV in 1/3 EV steps
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| WB bracketing |
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Formats / Storage
| Video formats |
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| Movie audio |
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| Audio channels |
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| Clips |
Yes, 640 x 480 @ 30/1/0.5 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps, 160 x 120 @ 15 fps
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| HD Modes |
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| FPS |
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| Storage types |
SD/SDHC/MMC card
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| Internal storage |
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| Image formats |
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Connectivity
| USB |
USB 2.0 (480Mbit/sec)
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| HDMI |
No
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| Wireless |
No
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| Remote control |
No
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Other
| Orientation sensor |
Yes
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| Timelapse recording |
Yes
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| GPS |
No
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| Tripod mount |
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| Pixel density |
35 MP/cm²
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| Lens thread |
No
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| Power-on Time |
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| Shutter Lag, Full Autofocus |
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| Shutter Lag, Prefocused |
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| Shot to Shot time |
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| Additional features |
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Files and Documentation
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