Digital Trends

We have posted our review of the Canon PowerShot SD870 IS 8MP digital camer featuring a 3-inch LCD display.

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"When looking at the front, one of the biggest differences is the missing viewfinder port on the SD870 IS. This new digicam only has a 3-inch LCD rated 230K pixels to view and review your shots instead of the SD850’s 2.5-incher and a tiny viewfinder to help out if the screen wipes out. I held the SD870’s screen to a bright lamp and in direct sunlight and did not have a major problem so I didn’t miss it a bit. In direct sunshine, it was a bit difficult to see the subjects but I could still see most of my target--unlike other screens that completely obliterate. Another major difference is the lens—and it’s a big one in my view. This model has a 3.8x optical zoom that starts at a much wider 28mm and reaches 105mm in 35mm terms. Although the SD850 has a 4x zoom, its range is 35-140mm. I much prefer the wider angle for shooting portraits and landscapes but that’s my preference. You might like the extra telephoto range—this is why camera makers sell dozens of different models, to satisfy a variety of needs. The SD870 satisfied me. Also found on the front is the flash, AF Assist lamp and a few inoffensive decals and an embossed logo. "

Read the full Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Review