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Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.2 stars
(based on 9 reviews)
78% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Easy to keep clean(3), Easy to use(7), Good image quality(3), Image stabilization(3), Large clear LCD(8)
Best Uses:
Family photos(6), Fun(3), Travel(7)
Describe Yourself:
Photo enthusiast(6)
Was this a gift?:
No(3)
 
Great p&s camera
By EdwardSarabiaVerified Purchaser from Bridgeport, CT on 4/3/2011
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Continuous shooting, Fast Auto focus, Image stabilization
What do you do with your digital images?:
Email to friends and family, Print using a home printer, Print using an in-store photo service via online upload, Save to disk, Upload to online photo sharing sites
Picture Quality (e.g. clarity, sharpness, color):
10
Ease of Operation:
6
Shutter Speed/Lag Time:
4
Variety of features (e.g. zoom, image stabilization, low light):
8
Durability/reliability (e.g. damage resistance, battery life and sturdiness):
8
Overall Experience:
9
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Definitely will
Pros:
Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Large Clear LCD, Small / Compact
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

This was one of the best image quality pocket size cameras from Canon. I lost it but still have the great shots taken with it.

 
Great little camera
By EdwardSarabiaVerified Purchaser from Bridgeport, CT on 3/13/2011
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Continuous shooting, Fast Auto focus, Image stabilization, Interchangeable lenses, Webcam capabilities
What do you do with your digital images?:
Create photo albums, mugs, t-shirts using online photo sites, Print using a home printer, Print using an in-store photo service via kiosk or live person, Print using an in-store photo service via online upload, Save to disk, Sell – professional photographer, Upload to online photo sharing sites
Picture Quality (e.g. clarity, sharpness, color):
10
Ease of Operation:
9
Shutter Speed/Lag Time:
6
Variety of features (e.g. zoom, image stabilization, low light):
9
Durability/reliability (e.g. damage resistance, battery life and sturdiness):
9
Overall Experience:
9
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Definitely will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Large Clear LCD
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

The style of this camera is nice.

 
Small, Yet Flexible
By Lem "The Gem"Verified Purchaser from LaCrosse, WI on 11/7/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast/accurate auto-focus, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Large Clear LCD, Small / Compact
Cons:
Lag / Shutter Delay, Limited Zoom
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Snapshot Excellence, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

1.) Versatile
2.) Compact
3.) Easy to use
4.) Great quality in a small package
5.) Not bulky, heavy or confusing to use

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great pictures, sleek camera
By Mary AnnVerified Purchaser from Fayette, MO on 9/13/2009
Pros:
Bright LCD, Comfortable Controls, Easy Setup, Easy to Keep Clean, Easy To Use, Great Picture Quality, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Art, Family Photos, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

I have a Canon Rebel but find I use this camera more often because I carry it in my small purse! 10MP gives me room to crop my photos. When turned off, the lense telescopes in and a protective cover slides over it so the whole camera is encased in a sturdy metal case. It is a camera that can be used very simply or you can choose options to be very creative. My husband uses it because he only needs to turn it on and press the shutter, I like to have options for lighting and color, et. I also bought this camera for my sister and brother-in-law.

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Love this camera- Perfect!
By Chasing MDVerified Purchaser from Memphis, TN on 9/5/2009
Pros:
Bright LCD, Comfortable Controls, Easy Setup, Easy to Keep Clean, Easy To Use, Great Picture Quality, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Art, Family Photos, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

I love this camera. Great price, operates just like or better than new. Thanks!

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great camera yet a bit Junky
By Debra with Glasses from Brooklyn, NY on 8/13/2009
Pros:
Bright LCD, Comfortable Controls, Easy to Keep Clean, Easy To Use
Cons:
Short Battery Life, Very junky construction
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Fun, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

this camera takes very clear pictures. I was very happy with it until it broke and i wasn't able to fix it. It breaks very fast.
Although it is a great camera i would rather buy a different model # from canon.

[1 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
Horrible!
By lisaVerified Purchaser from New York, NY on 7/22/2009
Cons:
Low-Quality Pictures, Shutter Lag
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

Being a lover of Cannon this camera is horrifically disappointing. I want to be rid of it as soon a possible. I came to the store to replace my old cannon (and perhaps upgrade); the salesman said would make me happy. Unfortunately he could not have been more wrong. Do not buy this camera. Slow shutter speed, clumsy menu, horrible picture quality, grainy images and terrible colour.

[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
Perfect companion
By AlVerified Purchaser from Yardley,PA on 6/10/2009
Pros:
Easy to Use, Good Battery Life, Good sized screen, Great Resolution, Great Zoom
Cons:
Touchy controls
Best Uses:
Everyday Photos, Home, Outdoors, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

Wanted a camera that my wife could carry in her purse and that I could "borrow" when my dslr was to big or I forgot it.

[5 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

 
So glad I got this camera!
By Geoff with a GVerified Purchaser from Chicago, IL on 3/8/2009
Pros:
Easy to Use, Good Battery Life, Good sized screen, Nice Features and Settings
Cons:
Not Good In Low Light
Best Uses:
Everyday Photos, Home, Outdoors, Portraits, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon Powershot SD790 IS Digital Camera, 10 Megapixels - Refurbished by Canon U.S.A.:

I am a semi-pro photographer and primarily use a DSLR for my work, but wanted to replace a stolen point-and-shoot for everyday use, and I am glad that I decided on this little gem. It's a beautiful design, the screen is wonderfully big, and the features on the back are sleek and easy to use. Some people new to photography may not get the full benefit of some of its features (controllable ISO, manual settings, etc) but if you read about it, there's a fair amount to control. The megapixels are nice and photo quality is generally pretty good.

I have found that not using flash in lower light conditions produces very shaky images...much shakier than I would like, but I suppose that comes with the point and shoot territory. I also haven't figured how to play back video on the camera with sound.

I ALSO really like that you can simply review the pictures by pressing the little "play" arrow without turning the whole camera on and extending the lens. Also, once the camera is all the way on, if you want to take a picture, all you have to do is press the shutter button annd it switches you back to photo mode. There's no "switch" or slider to go back and forth, so that's useful.

Definitely recommend.

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