Canon Powershot A1000IS 10MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Purple)
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Manufacturer: CanonFormat: CD
Release Date: 2009-11-30
Platform: Windows
Model: A1000 Purple
Color: Purple
Product features:
- 10-megapixel image sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 19-inch prints
- 4x optical image-stabilized zoom lens
- DIGIC III Image Processor with Genuine Canon Face Detection
- 2.5-inch LCD and optical viewfinder; Motion Detection technology
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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- Serif PhotoPlus X3
- Adobe Photoshop CS4 Upgrade [OLD VERSION]
- Aperture 3
Digital camera reviews of Canon Powershot A1000IS 10MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Purple)
Digital camera Review: A few notes...
Summary: 5 Stars
Read other reviews if you want lots of details on the camera. I'm just going over a few gripes and bonuses that I hadn't expected.
I received mine five days ago. I've had two other Canons and have loved them both (3000+ photos with the A75 before passing it on to my mother, and 4800+ with the A530 before passing it on to boss). This one is starting out to be quite amazing too and I hope to get at least 5000+ photos with it over the next few years.
First gripe is with trying to actually get a purple one. My order via Amazon reseller was cancelled by them. Ended up getting through B.B. for about the same price. Not too big of a deal.
I recommend resigning the included 32MB SD card to a drawer or for your tax records backups. Pick up a couple 4GB class "C6" microSDHC cards with a SD and USB adapter. The USB adapter is necessary if you want to get to the root folder on the card (for CHDK access) and/or don't like using included software.
The included batteries are good for experimenting and getting used to the camera. Just be sure to pick up and charge some Energizer or Duracell NiMH rechargables before that trip to Disney.
Customizing the camera--splash screen and sound effects: nope. Even though they included the software to do it, the camera does not support the feature to upload different pics and sound files. A Canon CSR verified this. Sadly, the fancy colored case is as custom as they want you to get. (Actually, it wasn't a very requested feature and I doubt there will ever be any firmware upgrades to include it.)
"Long Shutter" for tripod night shots: I thought it could do it but it took a while to find. In "P" mode, press FUNC. SET button (takes to EXPosure adjust), press DISPlay button and use left/right navigation to scroll between 1 and 15-second exposure times.
Cases: just about all cases will make this camera look huge. I sewed my own using some scrap fabric, Velcro and webbing for a belt loop. For store bought, just take your camera with you to test fit it.
Recording videos: no optical zooming while recording, so set the zoom to what you need before hitting the button. Digital zoom works if it is enabled, but I generally keep mine turned off.
That's about it for having it a week. Happy snapping, shutterbugs. :)
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Summary of Canon Powershot A1000IS 10MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Purple)
The sleek design of the PowerShot A1000 IS is as refreshing as a breath of fresh air. Better still, its highend features make everything simple: there's the 10.0-megapixel resolution and powerful 4x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer for sharpness along the full zoom range. A DIGIC III Image Processor with Canon Face Detection automatically lets every face stand out. Easy Mode and Easy Playback make this camera a marvel of simplicity. With a bright 2.5-inch LCD, it's available in four two-toned colors.Digital Cameras
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