Canon Ixus 990 IS Reviews: Digital Compact Camera

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Canon Ixus 990 IS Reviews: Digital Compact Camera reviews

This digital camera is a good all rounder.

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8.8 out of 10 based on 88 reviews.

Canon Ixus 990 IS: 12.1 MP (Megapixels), 5x optical zoom, SD Card storage, Yes image stabiliser digital Compact camera. See full product description

Ease of use	8.9
Image quality	9.2
Features	8.9
Build Quality	9.1
Value for money	8.2
Overall rating	8.8

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D Ergul,

Score 6.0/10

Good points:: Reviewer left no comment
Bad points:: Buttons too big. Always in the way. Heavy camera.

Ease of use	4.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	8.0
Build Quality	8.0
Value for money	5.0
Overall rating	6.0

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Confirmed purchase: 30 Oct 2009

Tim, Devon Point & shoot

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: Very easy to use, the large screen is a step forward on previous Canons I have owned all in all very good value for the money.
Bad points:: Reviewer left no comment

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 29 Nov 2009

Confirmed purchaser Point & shoot

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Great camera for the price. Image quality is excellent, and speed is good
Bad points:: none

Ease of use	8.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 27 Dec 2009

Mel, Cornwall

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: All that you would expect from a Canon and a bit more. Easy to use.
Bad points:: Reviewer left no comment

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	7.0
Overall rating	9.0

Was this review helpful? 29 of 58 people found this review helpful

Confirmed purchase: 26 Oct 2009

Confirmed purchaser Experienced amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Overall an excellent camera
Bad points:: No viewfinder, but not really required with the large screen

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 17 Nov 2009

Confirmed purchaser

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: outstanding picture quality that can`t fail to impress. Large bright screen excellent even in bright sunlight and controls that are a joy to use.
Bad points:: Expensive for a point and shoot camera.

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	7.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	6.0
Overall rating	9.0

Was this review helpful? 21 of 42 people found this review helpful

Confirmed purchase: 07 Nov 2009

john, chardstock

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Excellent camera with easy to operate features - just right for the person who wants good point and shoot images of high quality
Bad points:: none

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 01 Dec 2009

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Product Features

Camera Type	Compact
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
Resolution (Megapixels)	12.1

Optical zoom ratio	5
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen size (Inches)	3
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital zoom ratio	4
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Type of image stabiliser	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Touchscreen	No
Touchscreen technology allows you to move and click things directly on the screen using your finger or a stylus pen.
3D	No

Colour	Silver
The main colour of the product.
Media format	SDHC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	MMC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	SD Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Timer	Yes

Weight (g)	160
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Shortest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/1
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/15
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Waterproof	No
If your camera is waterproof you will be able to film under water which is perfect for diving and snorkeling.
Viewfinder	LCD Monitor
RAW Format	No
GPS Receiver	No

Release date	2009-03-30
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.
Height in mm	5.7

Width in mm	94.8

Depth in mm	2.6

Serial Shot Mode	Yes
Bluetooth	No
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Autofocus	Yes
Changeable Lens	No
Highest focal length (Millimetres)	185

Lowest focal length (Millimetres)	37

Also known as: Canon Digital IXUS, Ixus 990IS, CANON IXUS990 IS, Canon Ixus 990IS, Digital IXUS 990 IS

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Manufacturer's Description

The elegant Digital IXUS 990 IS features a 5x optical zoom for impressive telephoto reach. Shoot 12 MP stills easily with a range of intelligent technologies, or record breathtaking HD video.

Zoom in on lifes finer moments.

Elegant IXUS design
Designed to turn heads wherever its used, the Digital IXUS 990 IS has an elegant, sculpted appearance, finished in an attractive two-tone colour scheme.

12 Megapixels
A resolution of 12 MP lets you make poster-size prints, or creatively crop images to perfection.

Powerful zoom
Enjoy a huge range of framing options, and bring distant subjects up close, with a 5.0x optical zoom. Canons optical Image Stabilizer delivers blur-free results throughout the zoom range.

Scene Detection Technology for effortless ease
Smart Auto mode uses intelligent Scene Detection Technology to determine subject brightness, contrast, distance and overall hue. The camera then searches an incredible 18 possible modes, and selects the one which offers the perfect settings for the scene.

High speed processing
Canons DIGIC 4 processor drives fast processing speeds, responsive operation, superb image quality and colour reproduction. Richly detailed, cleaner images, even at high ISO speeds, are the result of advanced Noise Reduction.

Anti-blur
The Digital IXUS 990 IS combats blur with Motion Detection Technology. Activated in Smart Auto mode, this uses a range of technologies to ascertain movement of both camera and subject. The optimum ISO is then automatically set for any situation.

Face Detection Technology
A suite of Face Detection technologies detects up to 35 faces in a shot and adjusts focus, exposure, flash settings and white balance for optimal results with natural-looking skin tones. Blink Detection lets you avoid the disappointment of mistimed people shots. FaceSelf-Timer makes group photos easy, taking the shot when an extra face is detected in the frame.

3.0 PureColor LCD II
For detailed image review, easy framing and effortless menu navigation, the Digital IXUS 990 IS features a 3.0 PureColor LCD II. Optional on-screen Hints and Tips let you make the most of every feature. Active Display gives you a compelling, motion-activated way to review pictures.

i-Contrast
Canons i-Contrast feature offers improved contrast and greater detail in tricky lighting conditions.

Zoom Blur mode
A special Zoom Blur mode physically zooms the lens while a picture is taken, giving the image a dynamic feeling of movement.

HD Movies
Create smooth, high quality movies in high definition (1280×720, 30fps), then connect an optional HDMI cable for playback on HD widescreen TVs.

More info at Canon's website

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