Canon PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH Digital camera - 12.1 Megapixel - 4 x silver

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The New Definition of Performance.
Immediate gratification is the pulse of today, and the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH with its streamlined appeal wastes no time at reminding you. "Here's a camera unlike any other." But it's the excitement of ongoing discovery - the way this camera captures the vibrant spontaneity of the world before you - that defines the lasting rewards of the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH, and the new level of pictures and HD movies that await you. Immediate satisfaction. Day-after-day delight. What could be better?

12.1 Megapixel resolution with a 28mm wide-angle 4x Optical Zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer.
Canon's commitment to innovation defines the excitement of the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH. 12.1-megapixel resolution is more than a number, it's your cutting-edge link to the outstanding clarity and quality you've always wanted in your images. Think bold and big, because razor-sharp, oversized prints are a breeze. And think way beyond the typical picture format thanks to the 28mm wide-angle lens with 4x optical zoom. Get the picture? It's absolutely brilliant.

The PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH is equipped with Canon's acclaimed Optical Image Stabilizer Technology that automatically detects and corrects camera shake - one of the leading causes of fuzzy or blurred shots. Even when zoomed in, you can get the steady, crisp, brilliant images you'll be proud to shoot and share. And Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer Technology is so convenient to use. It functions perfectly with or without a flash.

HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output for easy playback of video and photos on your HDTV.
The PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH lets you record video in beautiful high definition (1280 x 720 pixels). The camera also makes it easy to enjoy HD movies (and still photos) on your HDTV with a mini-HDMI connector for direct connection to a high-definition monitor. You'll enjoy the HD experience with no degradation of image or audio in the signal, plus the ability to display up to 130 still images at once.

Large 2.8-inch PureColor LCD II widescreen and wide viewing angle.
The PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH gives you a large and wide 2.8-inch LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. Canon's PureColor LCD II offers spectacular color, resolution and contrast even when viewed at an angle. The screen is highly durable and easy to see in any light with a scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coating. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light - a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images.

Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 18 predefined shooting situations.
Just set the Canon PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH to Smart AUTO and you're ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture taking every time. It's a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject knowing that the camera has the technical details covered. Advanced Canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions. Then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from 18 specially defined settings. So whether you're photographing flowers, a captivating sunset, or your friends at the park, you can be confident that you're getting dramatic, memorable images.

Shooting Modes
Advanced presets for the best possible photos under certain conditions. With 20 Shooting Modes, you're ready for whatever shot comes your way.

New Active display technology for quickly switching between images during playback with a shake of the camera.
Active Display is a fun new feature powered by an accelerometer built into the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH. When browsing through your images in playback, just give the camera a quick shake to advance or return images one frame at a time. Tilting the camera will activate continuous image advance, and tilting at a further angle will make the images advance more quickly.

Four elegant, sophisticated colors with a new easy to use button configuration.
There's a time to tap your carefree side. The choice is yours in four signature colors: Blue, Silver, Pink and Gold. The gleaming triple-coat finish enhances the bold curves of the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH, creating a seamless union of sculpture and technology. What's easy on the eyes is also easy to use. Easy-to-use operation buttons on the rear panel let you access important functions as you focus your attention on the scene before you.

DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-timer.
Canon's most advanced image processor, DIGIC 4, delivers evolved Face Detection Technology that keeps every face in every photo looking its very best. The technology finds and tracks the faces of moving subjects until you're ready to shoot, then delivers perfect focus. In addition, exposure, flash and white balance are compensated, so that faces exhibit natural skin tones and backgrounds are properly exposed.

iSAPS Technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the advanced DIGIC 4 Image Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance.

A Face Detection Self-timer automatically detects an increase in the number of faces and makes the appropriate adjustments. For instance, to include the photographer's face in a group shot, there's no need to rush in. Just put the camera on a stand or tripod, specify Face Detection Self-timer, and the camera will wait for the photographer's face to get on-camera before it takes the shot. Motion Detection tracks moving subjects in a much larger range, and the Servo AF retains focus on a moving subject after the shutter button is pressed halfway - allowing you to wait for the perfect shot without refocusing.

Intelligent Contrast Correction
DIGIC 4 also makes possible the i-Contrast (Intelligent Contrast Correction) system, which controls the compensation level in pixel units to brighten dark areas while leaving bright areas unchanged for better images where the main subject is dark, and more natural transition. The PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH can even use i-Contrast in playback mode to adjust images that were shot without the setting activated.

Red-eye Correction provides three options for removing red-eye from subjects in flash pictures.
1) Red-eye Correction during shooting actually identifies and corrects red-eye in human subjects as pictures are taken.
2) The PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH can be set to automatically detect and correct red-eye during image playback.
3) You can manually locate any red eyes in a scene during image playback on the LCD screen, and command the camera to remove them.

Life doesn't give you second chances to capture special times. That's why the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH features an ISO 1600 setting that reduces the effects of camera shake and sharpens subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater shooting flexibility. ISO can be expanded to 3200 when you select ISO 3200 Special Scene mode.

PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH Body
Lithium-ion Battery Pack NB-4L
Battery Charger CB-2LV
Wrist Strap WS-DC7
Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
AV Cable AVC-DC400

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Reviewed by 40 customers

Pleasantly pleased

Submitted 15 years ago

By praypal

From Knoxville, Tennessee

Reviewed at

Canon - BV

Bought this camera for myself for Christmas last year. Absolutly "love it". I am not electronically gadget inclined and was afraid I couldn't figure it out because it has so any options but had no trouble. It gives the option of auto or picking the setting you want to use, the battery life is great, is very easy to down load to computer and lets you download the untransferred pictures only. Like it so well I'm buying my daughter the SD1300 this year.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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very good

Submitted 15 years ago

By cai

From LA

Verified Buyer

Pros: Short Lag Time, Small / Compact, Good Image Stabilization, Easy To Use, Nice Body Color, Great Zoom, Large Clear LCD, Good Image Quality Cons: Other thoughts: very good

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Best Camera for Travel Ever

Submitted 15 years ago

By retiredteacher

From Upstate New York

Reviewed at

Canon - BV

I purchased the Canon powershot SD960 IS because I wanted to take pictures on our trip to Ireland this spring. This camera did it all!!. It was great in bright sun, and in low light as well. It is so easy to use, and the picture quality was outstandidng. The dual voltage battery charger was a great plus. We have such beautiful pictures of the Cliffs of Mohr, and the Ring of Kerry that I feel as if I am there whenever I look at the shots we took. Thanks for such a great product!!!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Awesome

Submitted 15 years ago

By Rachel

From Brandon, MS

Verified Buyer

Pros: Nice Body Color, Short Lag Time, Good in Low Light, Great Zoom, Good Image Stabilization Cons: Other thoughts: I love this camera. The pics are great and the cropping and stuff on it are convenient to use. It is a little hard to learn how to use all the special effects like night, black and white ect.... but that is what the manual is for. I would recommend this product

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Excellent look, price, quality!

Submitted 15 years ago

By KING OF KINGS-ARSLAN

From ALEXANDRIA, VA

Pros: Good in Low Light, Nice Body Color, Good Image Stabilization, Short Lag Time, Great Zoom Cons: Poor Flash, Limited Zoom Other thoughts: gud camera, nice look, cool pics

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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small, but not great.

Submitted 15 years ago

By raingod

From Oakland CA

Verified Buyer

Pros: Cons: Poor Image Quality, Limited Zoom Other thoughts: i got this camera after reading many reviews about it. the size was attractive, the 720HD video was also a plus. i've used it on a weekend trip to NYC, and was not as impressed as i hoped i would be. biggest issue i found with the camera was the lag time. i REALLY don't want to see a screen that says 'busy' on it. ever. but this camera has it. the auto focus was not as fast as i'd like it to be, which means quite a few of the photos came didn't come out as sharp as i'd like them to be. although i would like to use it more and get a feel for how to tweak it, for now, i wouldn't recommend this camera.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Amazing Camera to replace my stolen item

Submitted 15 years ago

By Geo Joe

From Temecula, CA

Verified Buyer

Pros: Nice Body Color, Good Image Stabilization Cons: Limited Zoom Other thoughts: I was really disappointed to find out that the first quarter 2010 canon camera body style had gone towards a bulky less stylish design. Having your camera stolen is terrible enough, not liking a single camera at the same price range that is supposed to be new and improved is disappointing. So replacing the stolen item was the only solution. This camera handles all situations for a person who only knows to hit the button, but retains canons ability to allow a user to take control of the photos too.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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It works well-wish it had a view finder

Submitted 15 years ago

By Satisfied

From Columbia, SC

Verified Buyer

Pros: Short Lag Time Cons: Other thoughts: We like the camera but wish it had a viewfinder as it is difficult to see screen in bright lights and polarizing glasses. Nice size. Best feature is wheel to review pictures taken.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Great Camera in a small package.

Submitted 15 years ago

By joe

From virginia

Verified Buyer

Pros: Nice Body Color, Good in Low Light, Short Lag Time, Great Zoom, Good Image Stabilization Cons: Other thoughts: excellent camera

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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WoW Camera

Submitted 15 years ago

By Dmitriy

From Los Angeles

Verified Buyer

Pros: Nice Body Color, Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Great Zoom, Short Lag Time Cons: Other thoughts: For that price U get all futures of higher model al quality is amazing - Trust me, After using Sony CyberShot and Nikon CoolPix That one is the BEST!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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More Product Information for the Canon PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH Digital camera - 12.1 Megapixel - 4 x silver

Immediate gratification is the pulse of today, and the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH with its streamlined appeal wastes no time at reminding you. "Here's a camera unlike any other." But it's the excitement of ongoing discovery the way this camera captures the vibrant spontaneity of the world before you that defines the lasting rewards of the PowerShot SD960 IS Digital ELPH, and the new level of pictures and HD movies that await you. Immediate satisfaction. Day-after-day delight. What could be better?



Specifications

General Information
ManufacturerCanon, Inc
Manufacturer Part Number3576B001
Manufacturer Website Addresshttp://www.usa.canon.com
Brand NameCanon
Product LinePowerShot
Product SeriesSD
Product ModelSD960 IS
Product NamePowerShot SD960 IS Compact Camera
Product TypeCompact Camera
Display & Graphics
Screen Size2.8"
Display Screen TypeLCD
Display Resolution230000 Pixel
Effective Camera Resolution12.1 Megapixel
Total Camera Resolution12.4 Megapixel
Image
Aspect Ratio16:9
Image FormatsJPEG
Maximum Image Resolution4000 x 3000
Video
Video FormatsQuickTime MOV
Maximum Video Resolution1280 x 720
HD Movie ModeYes
Maximum Frame Rate30 fps
Audio
Audio FormatsWAV
Lens
Optical Zoom4x
Digital Zoom4x
Focal Length- 0.20" to 0.79"
Maximum Aperturef/5.8
Minimum Aperturef/2.8
Image StabilizationOptical
Autofocus Points9
Focus ModesAuto
Minimum Focus Distance0.79"
Exposure
Shortest Shutter Speed1/1600 Second
Flash
Built-in Flash ModesAuto Flash
Built-in Flash ModesFlash OFF
Built-in Flash ModesFlash ON
Built-in Flash ModesRed-eye Reduction
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeNo
Memory
Memory Card SupportedSD
Memory Card SupportedSDHC
Memory Card SupportedMultiMediaCard (MMC)
Memory Card SupportedMMCplus
Controls/Indicators
Camera Modes

Shooting Modes:

  • Auto
  • Program
  • Portrait
  • Foliage
  • Snow
  • Beach
  • Sunset
  • Fireworks
  • Aquarium
  • Underwater
  • ISO 3200
  • Indoor
  • Kids & Pets
  • Night Snapshot
  • Color Accent
  • Color Swap
  • Digital Macro
  • Long Shutter
  • Stitch Assist
  • Movie

Photo Effects:

  • Vivid
  • Vivid Blue
  • Vivid Green
  • Vivid Red
  • Neutral
  • Sepia
  • Black & White
  • Positive Film
  • Lighter Skin Tone
  • Darker Skin Tone
  • Custom

Continuous Shooting:

  • Approx. 0.8 fps
Interfaces/Ports
HDMIYes
PictBridgeYes
Software
Software IncludedDigital Camera Solution
Battery Information
Number of Batteries Supported1
Battery Size SupportedProprietary Battery Size
Battery Built-inNo
Battery IncludedYes
Battery RechargeableYes
Physical Characteristics
Product ColorSilver
Height2.1"
Width3.9"
Depth0.9"
Weight (Approximate)5.11 oz
Miscellaneous
Package Contents
  • PowerShot SD960 IS Digital Camera
  • Lithium-ion Battery Pack NB-4L
  • Battery Charger CB-2LV
  • Wrist Strap WS-DC7
  • CD-ROM
  • USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
  • AV Cable AVC-DC400
Additional Information

Sensitivity:

  • Auto
  • ISO 80
  • ISO 100
  • ISO 200
  • ISO 400
  • ISO 800
  • ISO 1600

Menu Languages:

  • English
  • German
  • French
  • Dutch
  • Danish
  • Finnish
  • Italian
  • Norwegian
  • Swedish
  • Spanish
  • Simplified/Traditional Chinese
  • Japanese
  • Russian
  • Portuguese
  • Korean
  • Greek
  • Polish
  • Czech
  • Hungarian
  • Turkish
  • Thai
  • Arabic
  • Romanian
  • Ukrainian
  • Farsi
Platform SupportedPC
Warranty
Limited Warranty1 Year