Canon PowerShot A1100IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.5-inch LCD

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There is nothing more satisfying than those beautiful pictures! And with the Canon PowerShot A1100 IS is so effortless. The 12.1-megapixel resolution and 4x optical zoom with optical Image Stabilizer provide bright, detailed images. Plus, you have an advanced DIGIC 4 Image Processor with Face Detection Technology has evolved and the Face Detection Self-Timer for exceptional control and performance. Smart AUTO let your difficult circumstances with ease.
PowerShot A1100 IS Highlights
12.1-megapixel resolution, 4x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer
With the PowerShot A1100 IS, dramatic, personal pictures have never been easier to shoot and share. This 12.1-megapixel digital camera lets you impressive large photos of family and friends will be proud to show you. The high-resolution photos taken by the PowerShot A1100 IS can be enlarged up to 13 cm x 19.
The PowerShot A1100 IS has a 4x optical zoom lens that makes it easy for the inspiring, emotional close-ups that get your images lasting memento. This magnificent lens gives you the power to distant subjects with razor-sharp precision and stunning lifelike color shoot. So you can brilliantly capture a closer shot of a landscape, or a child’s big smile.
The PowerShot A1100 IS features Canon’s renowned optical Image Stabilizer Technology that automatically detects and corrects camera shake – one of the leading causes of fuzzy or blurred images. Even when zoomed in, you can steady, clear, beautiful pictures you will be proud to shoot and share. And Canon Optical Image Stabilizer Technology is so easy to use. It works perfectly with or without flash.
A world of benefits with Canon Technology
The DIGIC 4 Image Processor Face Detection technology has evolved from the faces of those tracks moving subjects and let the shooter enter the frame perfectly with the Face Detection Self-Timer.
DIGIC 4 Image Processor
Canon’s most advanced image processor, DIGIC 4 offers Face Detection technology has evolved, each face in each picture stays looking its best. The technology finds and tracks the faces of moving subjects until you’re ready to shoot, then makes a perfect focus. Furthermore, exposure, flash and white balance, so keeping the faces show natural skin tones and backgrounds are well 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, exposure and white balance.
A Face Detection Self-Timer automatically detects an increase in the number of faces and makes the necessary adjustments. For example, the photographer faces in a group shot, there is no need to rush in. Just the camera on a stand or a tripod, specify Face Detection Self-timer, and the camera will wait for the photographer face to get on camera before take the shot. Motion Detection tracks moving subjects in a much larger area – so you wait for the perfect shot without refocusing.
Intelligent Contrast Correction
DIGIC 4 also makes it possible for the i-Contrast (Intelligent Contrast Correction) system, the compensation level in pixel units controls dark areas brighter while bright areas unchanged for better images where the main subject is dark, and more natural transition. The PowerShot A1100 IS 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 A1100 IS can be set to automatically detect and correct red-eye during image playback. 3) You can manually find any red eyes in a scene during image playback on the LCD screen, and command the camera to remove them.
Life does not give you second chances to capture special moments. That is why the PowerShot A1100 IS has an ISO 1600 setting that reduces the effects of camera shake and sharpens subjects in low light, giving you greater shooting flexibility. ISO can be expanded to 3200 when ISO 3200 Special Scene mode.
Smart AUTO intelligently selects the correct settings
Set the Canon PowerShot A1100 IS to ‘smart’ car and you’re ready for maximum enjoyment of your pictures every time. It is a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot, because you can concentrate fully on your subject to know that the camera under the technical details. Canon advanced technology analyzes your situation and intelligent shooting conditions. Then automatically selects the required setting of 18 specially-defined settings. So whether you flowers, an enchanting sunset, or shoot your friends in the park, you can be sure that you get dramatic, memorable images.
Recording Modes
Advanced presets for the best possible photos under certain conditions. With 18 Shooting Modes including 9 Special Scene modes, and you’re ready for whatever shot comes your way
Large, high quality 2.5-inch LCD
The PowerShot A1100 IS’s 2.5-inch LCD screen gives you the big picture, whether you’re shooting, reviewing or showing off your images. This high-resolution screen offers a bright, clear and bright picture. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light.
Uses 2 AA batteries 
Conveniently, you do not have to worry about running out or recharging batteries. Since AA batteries can be purchased from any store, simply get new classroom.
The Complete Print Solution
Print / Share button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Inkjet Photo Printers and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.
The PowerShot A1100 IS Print / Share button makes direct printing easier than ever. Just connect the PowerShot A1100 IS to a Canon PIXMA Photo Inkjet Printer or SELPHY Compact Photo Printer or any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the lighted Print / Share button and print! The Print / Share button to transfer images to a computer (Windows and Macintosh).
Print your own ID photos in various sizes up to 28 or use the Movie Print function to output multiple stills from a recorded movie on a sheet with a Canon SELPHY Compact Photo Printer.
What’s in the Box
- PowerShot A1100 IS body
- AA-size alkaline battery (x2)
- 128 MB SD Memory Card (SDC-128MB)
- Wrist strap (WS-800)
- Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
- USB interface cable (IFC-400PCU)
- AV cable (AVC-DC400)
Product Features
- 12.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
- 4x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer; 2.5-inch LCD screen
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor with evolved Face Detection Technology; Face Detection Self-timer
- Uses 2 AA-size batteries
- Compatible with SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus (not included)
Customer Review
Fun and easy to use camera!, July 11, 2009
By Jon H
I purchased this camera just before a 19-day trip to the East Coast and gave it quite a workout…nearly 2800 pictures taken during the trip, and only about 5 of them were unclear due to my unsteady hand. The rest were great, even zoomed out to a ridiculously large size on my computer, with crisp lines and faces, and vivid colors, far exceeding any 35 mm or digital camera I have used in the past.
The camera itself and the software included with it are incredibly intuitive. Though there are many manual settings possible, I set the camera in Auto mode and just clicked away. Many places I took pictures required me to turn off the flash, but even those were very clear and bright, and I had to do nothing but aim and shoot.
The delay time between pictures was negligible, and the rechargeable AA batteries I used were good for around 200 pictures a charge, even using flash and with frequent zooming in and out. I used a 16 GB SDHC chip and had the capacity to take 5,000 pictures! I’m still working on filling the first chip!!
The provided software is also very simple to use…as easy as plugging in the provided USB cable, and turning the camera on. All pictures are quickly and automatically saved in folders by date regardless of how many times in a day you download them, and renaming or tagging pictures is a breeze. I have not even begun making full use of the picture touch-up features, but the software includes a fun and easy slideshow application that makes sharing pictures via desktop or projector a snap.
Overall, I could not be happier that I purchased this camera! I look forward to mastering all its features, but as a user-friendly, versatile, and inexpensive point-and-click camera, it blew away all my expectations. It does all that Canon says it does and makes taking pictures fun and easy, right out of the box!
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Best camera is the one you have when you need it…, October 23, 2009
By Kyung Fizaine “KF” (Arizona)
I’m an experienced photographer already equipped with DSLRs (EOS 30D, EOS 5D MKII), but these are not always pratical when you are travelling or biking (I do both on a regular basis). I try to take my DSLRs as often as possible with me but but there are occasions when I don’t want to be bothered by the bulky cameras. At the same time, having already invested significantly in DSLR equipment, I wanted to limit my investment. A G10 or G11 would have been nice but for what I wanted to do, it would have been an overshoot. I’m mainly using my A1100is for candid pictures or pictures of places I know I will be coming back with my DSLRs later. Overall, I’m happy about quality of the pictures. I rarely use the full resolution, I typically shoot with medium resolution as I will rarely print large pictures (I have my DSLRs for that).
What I like:
- price
- size
- optical viewfinder (not many point and shoot cameras at this price range still has an optical viewfinder)
- slow shutter speed flash mode
- IS
What I’m missing:
- no aperture priority mode where I can choose a precise f-stop
- wish would have a wider angle
I would definitely recommend this for people on low budget but still wants good quality pictures. It has a lot of features for a camera which sells around $150.
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Nice, easy to use camera, June 3, 2009
By jenniemarie “jenniemarie” (Pittsburgh PA)
I recently decided to upgrade from my Powershot A540 to the A1100IS. What I got was a nice, easy to use camera with many improvements from the earlier model. I find the picture quality to be very good. While other reviews indicate that it performs poorly in low-light conditions, thus far I haven’t had that problem. All of the pictures that I have taken to date have been clear and crisp. There are times when the video viewfinder may appear grainy in low light when attempting to take a picture, however the pictures actually taken are not grainy at all. It is very user friendly, and the motion detection, face recognition, and image stabilization add vast improvements over earlier models. It is small and slim even though it takes AA batteries. If you’re looking for a nice, small, easy to use and very sturdy camera, I would highly reccommend this one.
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This is the second Canon PowerShot I bought. This model has some improvements over the previous model when it comes to shooting night time shots and lights. However, I found after a week that a lot of my shots are blurry. It might have to do with the stability setting. The older model didn’t have that. The previous powershot was also heavier, metal, and made in Japan. This model is lighter, plastic, and made in China. While I like the lighter feel to it, I hope it holds up over time. If not, it might be my last PowerShot. If it holds up and I figure out the blur problem, I will definitely continue to buy PowerShots.
A. Simoncelli
A. Simoncelli
April 24, 2010 at 4:46 pm
I’ve looked up to Canon for a long time. A few months ago I feel that as a business it has taken their eyes off the ball. For a while the company’s eye for particularly camcorder quality was not what it was and IME, the standard of Canon’s camcorder manufacture went south. HAVING SAID THAT, now I feel they are tops although they aren’t the cheapest camcorders.
Canon Fan
May 1, 2010 at 6:44 am