Canon PowerShot SD890 IS (Digital IXUS 970 IS)
The Canon PowerShot SD890 IS (Digital IXUS 970 IS) is a 2008 compact digital camera with a 1/2.3" CCD sensor (approx. 10.0 MP), a 37-185 mm F3.2-5.7 lens, Dedicated Li-ion (NB-5L) power, and SD card storage.
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Used prices vary with condition and accessories. Japanese marketplaces are on the Japanese page.
About the Canon PowerShot SD890 IS (Digital IXUS 970 IS)
The Canon PowerShot SD890 IS (Digital IXUS 970 IS), released in March 2008, stands out among its siblings for a 5x optical zoom. The lens spans 37-185 mm in 35 mm terms at F3.2-5.7, paired with a 1/2.3-type CCD of about 10 effective megapixels.
Reaching 185 mm helps with distant subjects on trips, though the F5.7 telephoto aperture lets in less light there. The extra lens length shows in the body: 95 x 57 x 27 mm and about 195 g. It has a 2.5-inch screen, runs on the NB-5L battery, and records to SD or SDHC cards. Compared with the 3x models released in the same month, the 5x range trades a thicker body for reach, which is useful for travel photographs where walking closer is not possible. The 37 mm wide end is a little tighter than 35 mm, so interiors call for stepping back.
Buying one used
Battery is the dedicated NB-5L. With a 5x zoom lens that extends a long way, listen for smooth, quiet motion and check for wobble. Also confirm SD/SDHC card recognition and screen condition.
Overview
| Maker | Canon |
|---|---|
| Model | PowerShot SD890 IS (Digital IXUS 970 IS |
| Released | March 2008 |
Imaging & lens
| Sensor | CCD 1/2.3" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | approx. 10.0 MP |
| Lens | 37-185 mm / F3.2-5.7 |
| Zoom | 5× optical |
| Monitor | 2.5" LCD |
Power & storage
| Power | Dedicated Li-ion (NB-5L) |
|---|---|
| Storage | SD card |
| Weight | approx. 195g |