Description:

Canon PowerShot SD780 IS Digital Camera  

It may be the slimmest Digital ELPH Canon has ever created, but the impact couldn’t be bigger. The PowerShot SD780 IS Digital ELPH captivates the senses with bold saturated colors and a daringly original design that matches the intensity of Canon’s most innovative camera technology. Even when picture-taking conditions seem pretty unforgiving, you’ve got Canon on your side. So the shots you used to miss are the images you’ll now be sharing, and the movies you never took before will be HD unforgettable.

12.1-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
Canon’s commitment to innovation defines the excitement of the PowerShot SD780 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. Get the picture? It’s absolutely brilliant.

The PowerShot SD780 IS Digital ELPH has a 3x optical zoom lens that makes it easy to get the inspiring, emotive close-ups that will make your images lasting keepsakes. This magnificent lens gives you the power to shoot distant subjects with razor-sharp precision and stunning lifelike color. So you can brilliantly capture a closer shot of a landscape, or a child’s big smile.

The PowerShot SD780 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
The PowerShot SD780 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.

Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings
Just set the Canon PowerShot SD780 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.

2.5-inch PureColor LCD II and wide viewing angle
The PowerShot SD780 IS Digital ELPH gives you a large 2.5-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.

Specifications:

• Sensor
  • 1/2.3" Type CCD
  • 12.1 million effective pixels
• Image sizes      
  
  • 4000 x 3000
    
  • 3264 x 2448
    
  • 2592 x 1944
    
  • 1600 x 1200
    
  • 640 x 480
    
  • 320 x 140
    
  • 4000 x 2248
• Movie clips
  • 1280 x 720 @ 30fps [HD]
  • 640 x 480 @ 30fps [L]
  • 320 x 240 @ 30fps [M]
• Maximum clip length
  • Upto 4GB or 1/2 hour [HD]
  • Upto 4GB or 1 hour [L or M]


• File formats
  • JPEG (Exif v2.2)
  • DPOF 1.1
  • MOV [H.264 + Linear PCM (Monaural)
  • WAVE (Sound Files)
• Lens
  • 33 - 100mm (35mm equiv)
  • 3x optical zoom
  • F3.2-5.8
• Image stabilization: Yes (Lens-Shift)
• Digital zoom: up to 4x
• Focus: TTL
• AF area modes
  • Face Detection AiAF / 9 point
  • 1-point AF (center or Face Select and Track)
• AF lock: Yes (on/off selectable)
• AF assist lamp: Yes
• Focus distance: Closest focus distance 3 cm
• Metering
  • Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame)
  • Center-weighted average
  • Spot (center or linked to Face Detection)
• ISO sensitivity
  • Auto
  • High ISO Auto
  • ISO 80
  • ISO 100
  • ISO 200
  • ISO 400
  • ISO 800
  • ISO 1600
• AE lock: Yes (on/off selectable)
• Exposure compensation: +/- 2EV in 1/3 stop increments
• Shutter speed: 15-1/1500 sec
• Modes
  • Auto
  • Scene
  • Movie
• Scene modes
  • Program
  • Portrait
  • Night Snapshot
  • Kids & Pets
  • Indoor
  • Sunset
  • Fireworks
  • Long Shutter
  • Beach
  • Underwater
  • Aquarium
  • Foliage
  • Snow
  • ISO 3200
  • Digital Macro
  • Color Accent
  • Color Swap
  • Stitch Assist
• White balance
  • Auto (including Face Detection WB)
  • Daylight
  • Cloudy
  • Tungsten
  • Fluorescent
  • Fluorescent H
  • Custom
• Self timer
  • 2 or 10sec
  • Custom or FaceSelf Timer
• Continuous shooting:  Approx 0.8fps
• Image parameters: My Colors (My Colors Off, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, Custom Color)
• Flash
  • Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync
  • Face Detection FE compensation
  • Flash exposure lock
  • Range (30cm - 3.5m (W) / 2m (T)
• Viewfinder: Optical Viewfinder
• LCD monitor
  • 2.5" TFT
  • 230,000 pixels
  • 100% coverage
  • Adjustable
• Connectivity
  • HDMI connector
  • USB Hi-Speed
  • AV out (PAL / NTSC switchable)
• Storage: SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus
• Power: Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-4L
• Weight (no batt): 160 g
• Dimensions: 87 x 56 x 18 mm 

• PowerShot SD780 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)