Canon’s PowerShot SD780 combines a broad feature set into a pocket-sized package to capture the world around you. The cutting-edge 12.1 megapixels of imaging power gives you the ability to create photos with incredible quality and clarity. Use the 3x optical zoom to get closer to your subject and count on optical image stabilization to ensure sharp images even when you’re following the action. The 2.5-inch PureColor II LCD lets you see your image as the camera sees it – enabling you to catch the perfect moment.
Canon’s exclusive DIGIC 4 image processor takes most of the guesswork out of getting a good picture. It offers faster, more accurate noise reduction at higher ISO speeds, and incorporates iSAPS technology to improve image focus and color balance. With the SmartAUTO intelligent shooting module, the SD780 IS selects the proper settings for your photos based on the 18 predefined shooting situations, for the perfect shot! The New Face Self-Timer lets you get into the picture with the camera waiting until it recognizes an additional face before taking the shot.
Red-eye can be eliminated automatically or manually within the camera. Additional settings let you take control of the entire picture-taking process with 20 shooting modes. Printing straightly with the camera by selecting SELPHY and PIXMA photo printers. Life happens – capture it with the PowerShot SD780 IS.
Canon’s PowerShot SD780 combines a broad feature set into a pocket-sized package to capture the world around you. The cutting-edge 12.1 megapixels of imaging power gives you the ability to create photos with incredible quality and clarity. Use the 3x optical zoom to get closer to your subject and count on optical image stabilization to ensure sharp images even when you’re following the action. The 2.5-inch PureColor II LCD lets you see your image as the camera sees it – enabling you to catch the perfect moment.
Canon’s exclusive DIGIC 4 image processor takes most of the guesswork out of getting a good picture. It offers faster, more accurate noise reduction at higher ISO speeds, and incorporates iSAPS technology to improve image focus and color balance. With the SmartAUTO intelligent shooting module, the SD780 IS selects the proper settings for your photos based on the 18 predefined shooting situations, for the perfect shot! The New Face Self-Timer lets you get into the picture with the camera waiting until it recognizes an additional face before taking the shot.
Red-eye can be eliminated automatically or manually within the camera. Additional settings let you take control of the entire picture-taking process with 20 shooting modes. Printing straightly with the camera by selecting SELPHY and PIXMA photo printers. Life happens – capture it with the PowerShot SD780 IS.
12.1 Megapixel Image SensorThe Canon PowerShot SD780 IS features an amazing 12.1 megapixel effective CCD to provide outstanding clarity and quality image detail with unparalleled richness and depth, and the ultimate flexibility in enlarging and cropping shots.
3X Optical ZoomThe Canon PowerShot SD780 IS' 3X optical zoom lens brings far-away objects up close for exceptionally sharp, clear images. A total of 12X zoom is available with the camera's 4X digital zoom capability.
DIGIC 4 Image ProcessorCanon’s state-of-the-art DIGIC 4 image processor increases the speed and performance of the PowerShot SD780 IS, and enables other advanced features such as Face Detection, Servo AF, Face Detection Self-Timer and Intelligent Contrast Correction for greater flexibility.
HD Movie Recording with HDMI OutputThe Canon PowerShot SD780 IS is capable of recording stunning HD movie clips at up to 1280 x 720 at 30 fps. It connects directly to your HDTV via a built-in mini-HDMI connector for full-screen high-definition enjoyment.
Stunning 2.5" PureColor LCD IIThe Canon PowerShot SD780 IS features a stunning 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II monitor for exceptional picture brightness and clarity whether setting up your shot or playing it back. A color filter in the LCD screen dramatically enhances the color, resolution and contrast and allows for wider viewing angles. The screen also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light.
Image StabilizerCanon Optical Image Stabilizer technology ensures awesome-steady shooting with phenomenal picture clarity even when you are in motion.
Learn more about the Canon PowerShot SD780 IS
Model
Brand
Canon
Series
PowerShot SD Series
Model
PowerShot SD780 IS
Details
Color
Red
Type
Ultra-Compact
Image Sensor
Image Sensor
1/2.3" CCD
Gross Pixels
12.4 MP
Effective Pixels
12.1 MP
Resolution
4000 x 3000
Image Stabilization
Optical Image Stabilizer System
Lens
Optical Zoom
3X
Digital Zoom
4X
Focal Length
5.9-17.9mm f/3.2-5.8 (35mm film equivalent: 33-100mm)
Aperture
f/3.2-5.8
Shutter
Shutter Speed
15-1/1500 sec.; Long Shutter operates with noise reduction when manually set at 1.3-15 sec.
Self-timer
Activates shutter after an approx. 2-sec./10-sec. delay, Face Detection Self-timer
Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Auto Red-eye Correction, Flash On, Flash Off; FE lock, Slow Synchro
Flash Range
1-11 ft./30cm-3.5m (W), 1.5-6.6 ft./45cm-2.0m (T) (when sensitivity is set to ISO Auto)
Exposure
Exposure Control
Program AE, i-Contrast; AE Lock
Exposure Compensation
-2 EV to +2 EV in increments of 1/3 EV
Metering System
Evaluative*, Center-weighted average, Spot**
* Control to incorporate facial brightness in Face Detection AF ** Metering frame is fixed to the center
Sensitivity
Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600 equivalent (Standard output sensitivity. Recommended exposure index)
White Balance
White Balance
Auto,* Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom * Control to incorporate facial brightness in Face Detection AF
Viewfinder & Monitor
Viewfinder
Real-image optical zoom viewfinder
LCD
2.5" 230K
Functions
Continuous Drive
Approx. 0.8 fps
Tripod Mount
Supported
Shooting Modes
Auto, Program, Portrait, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater, ISO 3200, Indoor, Kids & Pets, Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color Swap, Digital Macro, Long Shutter, Stitch Assist, Movie
Still Image: Single, Magnification (approx. 2x-10x), Jump, Auto Rotate, Rotate, Resume, My Colors, My Category, By Date, By Folder, By File Type, Transition Effects, Histogram, Overexposure Warning, Index (9 thumbnails), Slide Show, Red-eye Correction, Trimming, Resize, Image Inspection Tool, i-Contrast Movie: Normal Playback, Special Playback, Auto Rotate, Resume
Recording System
File Formats
Design rule for camera file system, DPOF Version 1.1
Storage Media
SD / SDHC / MMC / MMC+ / HC MMC+ Card
Movie
Movie Format
MOV (Image: H.264; Audio: Linear PCM (Monaural))
Movie Recording
High Definition: 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps Standard Definition: 640 x 480 @ 30 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps
Available up to 4GB or 29 min. 59 sec. (HD)/60 min. (SD) per clip
Max. Recording Resolutions
1280 x 720
Interface
USB
Yes
A/V Out
Yes
HDMI
Yes
Battery
Battery
Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery NB-4L
Features
Features
Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 18 predefined shooting situations. DIGIC 4 Image Processor has evolved Face Detection Technology that tracks the faces of moving subjects and lets the shooter enter the frame seamlessly with the Face Detection Self-timer.