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# 12.1MP CCD sensor HD 720p video + HDMI output 3x Optical Zoom with Image Stabilizer Canon PowerShot SD780IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.5-inch LCD (Deep Red)

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**Price:** 52 Lei
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## Summary

> 📷 Elevate your everyday moments with pro-level clarity and effortless style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Canon PowerShot SD780IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.5-inch LCD (Deep Red) by canon
- **How much does it cost?** 52 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Cinematic HD Video:** Record and relive moments in crisp 720p HD, easily viewable on your HDTV via mini-HDMI.
- • **Steady Zoom, Always:** 3x optical zoom paired with Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer ensures blur-free close-ups every time.
- • **Stunning 12.1MP Clarity:** Capture razor-sharp, poster-worthy photos with high-resolution precision.
- • **Vibrant 2.5-inch PureColor LCD:** Preview and share your shots on a bright, anti-reflective widescreen with wide viewing angles.
- • **Smart Auto for Effortless Shots:** Let advanced AI select the perfect settings from 18 modes, so you never miss the moment.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot SD780IS is a sleek, deep red compact digital camera featuring a 12.1-megapixel CCD sensor, 3x optical zoom with advanced image stabilization, and HD 720p video recording with HDMI output. Its 2.5-inch PureColor LCD offers vibrant viewing, while Smart Auto mode intelligently optimizes settings for flawless photos. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it combines portability with powerful imaging technology to capture stunning photos and videos in any setting.

## Description

Product Description               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.                  From the Manufacturer               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.   PowerShot SD780 IS Highlights   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.   A World of Advantages with Canon’s Technology   The 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.   DIGIC 4 Image Processor  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 SD780 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 SD780 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 SD780 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.      What's in the BoxPowerShot 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)

## Features

- 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
- 3x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
- HD movie shooting capability plus HDMI output
- 2.5-inch widescreen PureColor LCD II screen; Face Detection
- Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Exposure Control | Manual |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Screen Size | 2.5 Inches |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 230000 |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 230,000 |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Video |
| Night vision | No |
| Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Single |
| Focus Features | AiAF TTL 9-point (with face detection) |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| File Format | MP4 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Maximum Image Size | 12.1 MP |
| Bit Depth | 8 Bit |
| Total Still Resolution | 12.1 MP |
| Maximum Focal Length | 100 Millimeters |
| Optical Zoom | 3 x |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Zoom | Optical |
| Camera Lens | 33-100mm zoom lens |
| Minimum Focal Length | 33 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 36.5 Degrees |
| Lens Correction Type | Zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Hardware Interface | HDMI, SDHC, USB, mini HDMI |
| HDMI Type | Built-in |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
| Write Speed | 0.8 fps |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | Class 10 |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum | 32 GB |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
| Exposure Control | Manual |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Supported Media Type | ProductImage, EnhancedContent |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 12.1 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/1500 Seconds |
| File Format | MP4 |
| Screen Size | 2.5 Inches |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 |
| Color | Deep Red |
| Item Weight | 0.34 Pounds |
| Light Sensitivity | ISO 100 - ISO 1600 |
| Video Resolution | HD 720p |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| ISO Range | Auto, 80 ,100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 |
| Flash Modes | Automatic |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Has Self-Timer | Yes |
| Compatible Devices | Canon RF, Canon EF |
| Continuous Shooting | 0.8 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Aperture modes | F2.8 |
| Video Capture Format | MP4 |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CCD
- **Supported File Format:** MP4
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 100 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 3 x
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 80
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Brand:** Canon

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More Than Expected!! Superb Photos!
*by H***A on May 5, 2009*

PROS: Easy to use, Simple controls/menu, Nice features/settings, Bright LCD, Excellent image quality, Lightweight/Portable, compact volumeCONS: Poor Low-Light Performance, some noise in low light, tiny viewfinder, mini-HDMI to HDMI cable not included, SD/SDHC storage card not includedAmazon has the best price at under 250 bucks. Most sites are charging full retail since this camera is so popular.High Definition video is very good at 720p. This will not replace a full size camera or the 5D Mark II for video quality. But, it is a lot better than most including the original Flip video camera.An HDMI cable IS NOT INCLUDED with the camera. You will need it to watch HD video directly from the camera on an HDTV. I bought a 3 ft miniHDMI-to-HDMI cable online from Monoprice for 8 bucks including USPS first class shipping. They have quality cables for the lowest price on the Monoprice site.UPDATE: I am very happy with the mini-HDMI to HDMI cables. They were so inexpensive that I bought 2 of these at 3ft long: one for the iMac, the other is for my travel bag. I bought a 6ft mini-HDMI to HDMI cable for the HDTV in the first floor family room. I should have gotten a longer cable since you have to control the video start/stop/next buttons on the camera. You have to get up often to start the next movie clip. I also bought a small 1x3/4inch miniHDMI to HDMI adapter to carry everywhere I take the camera which is everywhere!UPDATE: The small cover that protects the miniHDMI and USB ports feels a little flimsy. The hinge stretches. I have to force it slightly beyond my comfort to insert cables. I can see this covering breaking off with a lot of use.An SD storage card IS NOT INCLUDED. They are available at low cost, under 15 bucks, on the net. Check the Dealnews site for the latest sales. I used a 4GB SD high capacity (SDHC) card which will hold about 30mins of video.Some complain 2.5inch is too small for the LCD. There is no place to put a larger 3inch LCD on this camera without making it a touch screen like the iPhone or increasing the camera size. Plus, 2.5 inch is common on a lot of cameras. I have no problems with it.TINY VIEW FINDER: It was hard peering through the small hole. I mainly use the LCD screen about 95% of the time. So, NOT A PROBLEM.Got this camera to try out the 720p HD, face/blink detection and other features. They all worked great.I was surprised by the small size since I only saw this camera online and never tried it out at a store. It is slightly smaller than my average size business card and about as thin as a new deck of playing cards. I'm female, but, I never bought an ELPH-size Canon camera because they seemed too small. I was concerned I would not be able to comfortably operate the buttons or it would slip out of my hands. I don't have that fear with the SD780. The brushed metal finish provides some friction. The buttons are placed well. Also, the wrist strap is always available as protection against dropping the camera.SMART AUTO feature is great! I use it often to take closeup (macro) shots or when I don't have time to adjust the settings. I hold the camera about 4 inches from an object and the camera self adjusts the settings. It amazing to watch it work. I partially press the shutter button to see where the camera is focused and move it to focus on my area of interest. The camera selects of the pre-programmed 18 modes to find the one that creates the best image.As many stated, the images are superb thanks to the 12.1 mega pixel resolution, Digic 4, and the image stabilizer (IS) function. You should not live without IS unless you are into the artsy blurry pictures. It takes great pictures of kids who don't sit still. Great if you don't have steady hands. Images are crisp, clear and can be easily seen in the beautiful 2.5inch LCD.I noticed the noise in some of the photos. Did not have too much problems with it.The 3X optical is fine. Best for the photographer to move in or out to zoom/out on the subject matter and not worry about the camera lens zoom when just taking photos. Zooming during filming would be better. Hopefully, Canon adds this feature to future powershot ELPH models.Overall, a great camera that is thin enough to hide in a small purse or pocket yet still deliver superb photos for it's size!(I have owned 7 Canon cameras including 5 digital cameras. I have used this camera for about 1 week.)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The simplicity review: Why I love this little camera
*by E***R on June 22, 2009*

It's easy to get lost in feature lists and technical comparisons. I've done that with lots of devices, and certainly I could do so here. But my new-camera needs were fairly simple, and the bottom line is that this little gizmo fulfilled them all.My husband used to be a professional photographer, and he is still most comfortable with a camera that gives him a lot of control; he wants and needs an SLR, and he cheerfully will adjust F-stops to get a photo to look just-so. Cool; he can have a high-end camera. But I'm a typical snapshot photographer who merely wants to record her vacation photos. I don't pretend to be a good photographer; I just want to create pictures that aren't embarrassing.I want something simple enough to use without memorizing a manual, too. I like that I _can_ do more with the camera than the basics... but I especially like that I don't have to remember how to twist a lot of knobs.My needs were short and sweet: I wanted a camera small enough to carry with me that could make up for my weaknesses. (My 5-year-old Canon was too big to fit comfortably into my laptop bag, so I had to be really motivated to bring it along on a trip.) The PowerShot clearly fit the bill on the first requirement; it does literally fit into a breast pocket, so I actually have the camera with me. It's fast to turn on, too, so I can be fairly spontaneous.It's solid, so a klutz like me can drop it without worrying too much (not that I admit that I've done this already...). And - okay, this sounds dumb, but it matters - it's RED. So I can find it lurking at the bottom of my purse, otherwise known as The Black Hole From Which Nothing Emerges.Primary among my weaknesses (the photo-taking ones, let's not get too personal...) is a bad case of hand-shake. All too often, my pictures were out of focus, because I tend to move as I whack on the button. The PowerShot's image stabilization delivered admirably. I took 88 pictures on a recent trip, and the only pictures that are out-of-focus are because someone was actively waving his arms while he was talking.One extra that I appreciated -- and I would never had shopped for -- is the camera's ability to identify faces and focus on those rather than, say, the potted plant next to my subject. I can tell that the camera is doing a better job for me; certainly my first batch of photos has a higher success rate than anything I've done previously. That feature certainly has changed the way that I look through the viewfinder.I haven't used the camera for video; I have a Flip Video for that use, which is even more dead-simple than this. (Perhaps this makes me sound like a Luddite. In reality, I'm a software geek. But I don't care to be a geek about EVERYthing. I like convenience, too.)Weaknesses? Well, I do agree that the on/off button could be a problem for people with big fingers (though it's fine for me). And the place where I plug in the USB cable to connect to my iMac seems like it might be fragile. It probably is just fine; it just *looks* like I could break off that connector during a brain-dead moment.But man, I love this little camera. It's simple enough for me to use, but not so stupid that it gets in my way. That's just what I wanted -- and it might be exactly what you wanted, too.

### ⭐ So disappointed!
*by S***A on March 9, 2010*

Hi All,I love taking pictures, and I'm pretty good at it.Before I bought this camera, I had the previous version -very wonderful. I loved everything about it. It made great photos. Then in December I decided it was time to try the new generation, which to me sounded like it would be even better than the one I had. I was so excited!Well... I've really tried to love my new camera. Really. But nope, the love connection is just not gonna happen.The quality of the pictures is not good at all.The quality of the video is ok, but there is a lot of noise.What I hate the most about it, is that I have no control in the automatic mode. I know, it's automatic, d'uh, but sometimes I don't want to mess around with the white balance and such, so I enjoy just taking my camera out and taking an "easy" picture in automatic mode. This won't happen with this one. I love taking macro pics, and it just won't work well in the automatic mode with this camera. I missed so so so many good shots just because the camera couldn't figure out that I wanted to take a macro picture. It's so frustrating when that happens!The manual mode sucks too. Even after setting the colors, it looks crappy.Anyway, I feel like I'm talking too much now and I should probably get to the point...My point is: if you like the previous version, keep it!Or, if you don't care about taking nice pictures and just want to take "so so" pictures, buy it!.But for people who enjoy nice and good quality shots, this is not the camera for you.Now I'm trying to sell it so I can get another camera...! It even makes me feel bad that someone is going to buy it!Hope this helps!

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