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Old 11-24-2006, 05:31 AM
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Default Canon SD 600 or SD 800 IS??

its about $150 difference and the only thing id be missing seems like the image stabilization and another megapixel from the 800. if im just a casual point-and-shoot type of guy, would getting the SD 600 be good enough? or should i ante up and get the 800 IS? thanks, dood
Old 11-24-2006, 06:29 AM
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Take some pictures with both, blow them up to full screen and see which ones you like best. The store should have a comp and monitor that you can use.
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Old 11-24-2006, 08:55 AM
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The SD600 is a bit more compact. The IS will be a huge benefit if you're going to be using this camera for social shots indoors like at bars or whatever. The extra megapixel is of little or no importance.
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800is.

I was choosing between the 600 and the 700is, I paid more for the 700is but it has exceeded my expectations.
People couldn't believe some of the pictures that came out were from a dinky P&S.
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i'd day 800is too.
Old 11-24-2006, 11:04 AM
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word. thanks guys. might just have to drop the extra cash :thumbup:
Old 11-24-2006, 11:48 AM
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i just bought the sd630 today. same as the 600 but it has a 3 inch screen, i just took a few pics messing around and its nuts.
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Originally Posted by stratguitarist
i just bought the sd630 today. same as the 600 but it has a 3 inch screen, i just took a few pics messing around and its nuts.
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just ordered my SD 800 IS w/ a 1GB card for $370 shipped. not bad i suppose. retail price for the camera alone was $400. :dunno:
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Originally Posted by TaekOne
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just ordered my SD 800 IS w/ a 1GB card for $370 shipped. not bad i suppose. retail price for the camera alone was $400. :dunno:
nice, i got mine for 263.99 and a 2g card for 30 bucks. because of black friday sales.
Old 11-24-2006, 01:03 PM
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newegg has a nice special on the sd600... $210 w/ a free 2gb SD card and free 3 day shipping. buy the 600 and use the rest of your loot to take your girl out somewhere nice




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