Description:
The Canon PowerShot SD850 is an 8-megapixel, compact camera.
Compared to other compact digital cameras on the market, it is midpriced at around $275.
Pros:
Has a 4x optical zoom.
Also, this digital camera has an 8-megapixel resolution.
Weighing only 5.8 ounces without battery and media, this digital camera is rather light relative to its competitors.
Cons:
None noted, given available product data.
Suitability:
Suited for travel, since it won't take up a lot of space.
A recommended use, based on key features, is framed photos for the home.
The largest recommended print size, estimated from the camera's resolution, is 12x16 or larger.
Value:
Overall, this digital camera's features are in line with its price.
However, you would typically pay about 20% less to get a compact camera having comparable resolution.
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Memory / Storage
Flash Memory
32 MB Flash - SD Memory Card
Floppy Drive
None
Image Storage
Super-fine JPEG 3264 x 1832 : 11 - With 32MB card,
Fine JPEG 3264 x 1832 : 18 - With 32MB card,
Normal JPEG 3264 x 1832 : 39 - With 32MB card,
Super-fine JPEG 3264 x 2448 : 8 - With 32MB card,
Fine JPEG 3264 x 2448 : 14 - With 32MB card,
Normal JPEG 3264 x 2448 : 29 - With 32MB card,
Super-fine JPEG 2592 x 1944 : 11 - With 32MB card,
Fine JPEG 2592 x 1944 : 20 - With 32MB card,
Normal JPEG 2592 x 1944 : 41 - With 32MB card,
Super-fine JPEG 2048 x 1536 : 18 - With 32MB card,
Fine JPEG 2048 x 1536 : 32 - With 32MB card,
Normal JPEG 2048 x 1536 : 64 - With 32MB card,
Super-fine JPEG 1600 x 1200 : 29 - With 32MB card,
Fine JPEG 1600 x 1200 : 52 - With 32MB card,
Normal JPEG 1600 x 1200 : 99 - With 32MB card,
Super-fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 111 - With 32MB card,
Fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 171 - With 32MB card,
Normal JPEG 640 x 480 : 270 - With 32MB card
Flash memory
32 MB - SD Memory Card
Supported Flash Memory
MultiMediaCard,
SD Memory Card
Lens System
Type
Zoom lens - 5.8 mm - 23.2 mm - F/2.8-5.5
Focal Length
5.8 mm - 23.2 mm
Lens Construction
5 group(s) / 7 element(s)
Lens Manufacturer
Canon
Additional Features
Self Timer
Yes
Self Timer Delay
2 sec,
10 sec
Additional Features
AE lock,
AF lock,
FE lock,
Safety zoom,
DPOF support,
Direct print,
Auto ISO shift,
Face detection,
Audio recording,
Auto power save,
Built-in speaker,
Histogram display,
PictBridge support,
16:9 widescreen mode,
In-camera red-eye fix,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Digital image rotation,
Digital tele-converter,
Interval shooting mode,
Digital noise reduction,
RGB primary color filter,
Display brightness control,
Camera orientation detection
Camera Flash
Effective Flash Range
1.6 ft - 11.5 ft
Type
Built-in flash
Flash Modes
Auto mode,
Fill-in mode,
Slow synchro,
Flash OFF mode,
Red-eye reduction
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