Canon SD400 Camera $262 AC

[rasputinj]

Dell Home has the

Canon Power Shot SD400 5MP Dig Camera

for $349 - 15% off - $35 off $300 stackable code (exp 9/29)= $261.65

with free ship

 

[conjur]

linky

 

[QTPie]

Good deal for an excellent camera! Bought it $350 about 3 months ago.

 

[nycdude]

nice find but tax and partial shipping put a damper on bottom line.

 

[Rumpltzer]

It doesn't say, but I think it comes with a 16MB SD memory card.

Features: DIGIC Imaging Processor, iSAPS Technology, Built-in Flash, PictBridge? compatible
Weight: 4.59 Oz
Auto Focus: 9-point AiAF/1-point AF (Fixed to center)
Battery: NB-4L Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Cable(s) included: AVC-DC300 AV Cable, IFC-400PCU Interface Cable
Connector Type: USB / Audio/Video Output
Dimensions (WxDxH): 3.39" x 0.81" x 2.09"
Display: 2.0" Low Temperature Polycrystalline Silicon TFT Color LCD
Effective Sensor Resolution: 5.0 MP
Focal Length: 5.8 mm - 17.4 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera: 35 mm - 105 mm
Lens Aperture: f/2.8-5.6 (W), f/4.9-10.0 (T)
Optical Sensor Size: 1/2.5"
Optical Sensor Type: Charge Coupled Device (CCD)
White Balance: Auto, Pre-set (Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H), Custom
Zoom: 3X Optical / 4X Digital / 12X Total

 

[hube235]

hm, pretty swt

 

[mscdex0]

hmm, I'm looking to buy a nice small digicam. I've narrowed it down to the kodak v550. How does the sd400 compare to it?

 

[Trianon]

I jumped on this, seems like excellent deal and comparing it to SD450, the only thing they changed is the ring around the lens and added autorotation feature. Not worth extra 100$. Canon definitely has better product in comparison with Kodak.

 

[spyboy64]

Trianon

The biggest change is the 2.5 inch screen on the SD450 compared to the 2.0 inch screen on the SD400.

 

[conjur]

Should I wait until the holiday season or jump on this?


Damn this place anyhow!!

 

[spyboy64]

This is not the best price Dell has had on this camera. There are likely to be as good or better deals shortly.

 

[conjur]

yeah...I'm figuring there will be some good holiday deals.


<---- holsters his wallet.

 

[Trianon]

Originally posted by: spyboy64
Trianon

The biggest change is the 2.5 inch screen on the SD450 compared to the 2.0 inch screen on the SD400.

oh, missed that... thanks for heads up. How is reliability on those LCD screens? I heard multiple complains about SD400 fragile screen. I don't see how the price can be any better than this, I think we're seeing Dell end-of-the-fiscal year deals. Anyway, I jumped on it. shipping was 1.20$, tax 16$...

 

[AquariusX]

Originally posted by: Trianon
I jumped on this, seems like excellent deal and comparing it to SD450, the only thing they changed is the ring around the lens and added autorotation feature. Not worth extra 100$. Canon definitely has better product in comparison with Kodak.

Actually, the sd450 added a bigger screen, the menu was "enhanced" for the bigger screen, there are four more shooting modes, and the biggest deal is that they reinforced the screens that were so problematic (cracking) in the sd400. Finally, I've heard that the new canons also resolved the high noise issue when in movie mode although I can't say for sure.

I'm having major stress trying to decide whether to save 100 bucks or go for the newer model. More thoughts on this would be nice.

 

[Trianon]

Originally posted by: AquariusX

Originally posted by: Trianon
Actually, the sd450 added a bigger screen, the menu was "enhanced" for the bigger screen, there are four more shooting modes, and the biggest deal is that they reinforced the screens that were so problematic (cracking) in the sd400. Finally, I've heard that the new canons also resolved the high noise issue when in movie mode although I can't say for sure.

I'm having major stress trying to decide whether to save 100 bucks or go for the newer model. More thoughts on this would be nice.

Oh, ok... I better cancel the order then The reinforced screen thing is extremely important to me.

P.S. AquariusX, thank you for keeping me out of trouble

 

[ptaaty]

I have a SD300, as does my friend and another had the SD500.

Mine lives in my pocket and has been really tough..screen is scratched up but its my bad...love the camera. Unless the 400 is different that the 300 and 500 for the screen cracking it hasn't been an issue for me or my friends, in spite of borderline abuse on my part (dented ring around lens even lol)

 

[AquariusX]

Originally posted by: Trianon

Originally posted by: AquariusX

Originally posted by: Trianon
Actually, the sd450 added a bigger screen, the menu was "enhanced" for the bigger screen, there are four more shooting modes, and the biggest deal is that they reinforced the screens that were so problematic (cracking) in the sd400. Finally, I've heard that the new canons also resolved the high noise issue when in movie mode although I can't say for sure.

I'm having major stress trying to decide whether to save 100 bucks or go for the newer model. More thoughts on this would be nice.

Oh, ok... I better cancel the order then The reinforced screen thing is extremely important to me.

P.S. AquariusX, thank you for keeping me out of trouble

I don't know if you should cancel your order. I mean there are a lot of people who are saying that the screen issue wasnt a big deal for them. They treated the camera pretty harshly and nothing happened. I guess it just comes down to luck... In any event, after reading a lot cams ranging from Fuji to Sony to Canon, Canon seems to be the way to go.

I think you will be happy with either choice, but I really like that 2.5" screen on the sd450. After seeing the difference in 2" and 2.5", I'm gonna dish out the extra 100 bucks for it.

If you would like to keep your sd400 I recommend a screen protector that can be found HERE

It's only 8 bucks and it will allow you to enjoy that sd400 with no worries. Good luck with the decision.

 

[mscdex0]

Originally posted by: AquariusX

Originally posted by: Trianon

Originally posted by: AquariusX

Originally posted by: Trianon
Actually, the sd450 added a bigger screen, the menu was "enhanced" for the bigger screen, there are four more shooting modes, and the biggest deal is that they reinforced the screens that were so problematic (cracking) in the sd400. Finally, I've heard that the new canons also resolved the high noise issue when in movie mode although I can't say for sure.

I'm having major stress trying to decide whether to save 100 bucks or go for the newer model. More thoughts on this would be nice.

Oh, ok... I better cancel the order then The reinforced screen thing is extremely important to me.

P.S. AquariusX, thank you for keeping me out of trouble

I don't know if you should cancel your order. I mean there are a lot of people who are saying that the screen issue wasnt a big deal for them. They treated the camera pretty harshly and nothing happened. I guess it just comes down to luck... In any event, after reading a lot cams ranging from Fuji to Sony to Canon, Canon seems to be the way to go.

I think you will be happy with either choice, but I really like that 2.5" screen on the sd450. After seeing the difference in 2" and 2.5", I'm gonna dish out the extra 100 bucks for it.

If you would like to keep your sd400 I recommend a screen protector that can be found HERE

It's only 8 bucks and it will allow you to enjoy that sd400 with no worries. Good luck with the decision.

Which one are you referring to on that site?

Is it this one?

 

[AquariusX]

Originally posted by: mscdex0

Originally posted by: AquariusX

Originally posted by: Trianon

Originally posted by: AquariusX

Originally posted by: Trianon
Actually, the sd450 added a bigger screen, the menu was "enhanced" for the bigger screen, there are four more shooting modes, and the biggest deal is that they reinforced the screens that were so problematic (cracking) in the sd400. Finally, I've heard that the new canons also resolved the high noise issue when in movie mode although I can't say for sure.

I'm having major stress trying to decide whether to save 100 bucks or go for the newer model. More thoughts on this would be nice.

Oh, ok... I better cancel the order then The reinforced screen thing is extremely important to me.

P.S. AquariusX, thank you for keeping me out of trouble

I don't know if you should cancel your order. I mean there are a lot of people who are saying that the screen issue wasnt a big deal for them. They treated the camera pretty harshly and nothing happened. I guess it just comes down to luck... In any event, after reading a lot cams ranging from Fuji to Sony to Canon, Canon seems to be the way to go.

I think you will be happy with either choice, but I really like that 2.5" screen on the sd450. After seeing the difference in 2" and 2.5", I'm gonna dish out the extra 100 bucks for it.

If you would like to keep your sd400 I recommend a screen protector that can be found HERE

It's only 8 bucks and it will allow you to enjoy that sd400 with no worries. Good luck with the decision.

Which one are you referring to on that site?

Is it this one?

I believe so... just go on the site and you can search by model. Several people on other forums have recommended it.

 

[Vikroda]

I believe you should also be able to stack the $25 off $150 DPA coupon (it will only apply when you pay with dell preferred account and start the checkout procedure). I haven't tested it out but it works with the Fuji deal described on SD.

 

[nycdude]

Originally posted by: Vikroda
I believe you should also be able to stack the $25 off $150 DPA coupon (it will only apply when you pay with dell preferred account and start the checkout procedure). I haven't tested it out but it works with the Fuji deal described on SD.

I tested it and it does work. I am on the fence with this deal.

btw, the DPA $25 coupon expires today i think.

 

[Trianon]

cancelled the order and gonna wait out for pricedrop on SD450

 

[dstites]

Unfortunately, I bought my PowerShot SD400 on the 9th of September (this year) and 4 days later, the screen cracked. NewEgg refuses to replace it, stating that I a) damaged the camera physically or b) it must have been damaged when I shipped it for an RMA.

I am about to try to send it to Canon to see if they will replace it however I doubt they will so now I am about to be out $164 for something I didn't break...

Technically, this would make a good class-action lawsuit because it is obvious that Canon is trying to hide their problem by quietly releasing the 450 with "a bigger screen."

Complete crap.

 

[Trianon]

Originally posted by: dstites
Unfortunately, I bought my PowerShot SD400 on the 9th of September (this year) and 4 days later, the screen cracked. NewEgg refuses to replace it, stating that I a) damaged the camera physically or b) it must have been damaged when I shipped it for an RMA.

I am about to try to send it to Canon to see if they will replace it however I doubt they will so now I am about to be out $164 for something I didn't break...

Technically, this would make a good class-action lawsuit because it is obvious that Canon is trying to hide their problem by quietly releasing the 450 with "a bigger screen."

Complete crap.

I think you can order LCD from Canon for 50$ and try to replace it yourself.

 

[dstites]

Originally posted by: Trianon

Originally posted by: dstites
Unfortunately, I bought my PowerShot SD400 on the 9th of September (this year) and 4 days later, the screen cracked. NewEgg refuses to replace it, stating that I a) damaged the camera physically or b) it must have been damaged when I shipped it for an RMA.

I am about to try to send it to Canon to see if they will replace it however I doubt they will so now I am about to be out $164 for something I didn't break...

Technically, this would make a good class-action lawsuit because it is obvious that Canon is trying to hide their problem by quietly releasing the 450 with "a bigger screen."

Complete crap.

I think you can order LCD from Canon for 50$ and try to replace it yourself.

Replacing it yourself void's the warranty, although, Canon's warranty is so flimsy that I am sure taking the camera out of the box would void the warranty as well.

Plus it is the principle of the thing...paying $50 for something I didn't do but is a result of Canon's poor engineering?