| Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Specifications | |
| Lens | 4.6-17.3mm f/2.8-5.5 (35mm film equivalent: 28-105mm) |
| Recording Media | SD card |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.5" |
| Max Resolution | 3264 x 2448 |
| Effective Pixels | 8 million |
| RAW Output | No |
| Optical Viewfinder | No |
| Image Stabilization | Yes, Lens |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion NB-5L battery & charger |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 93 x 59 x 26mm (3.7 x 2.3 x 1") |
| Weight (incl. battery) | 165g (5.8oz) |
Reviews
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DCResource.com
Though it's not perfect, the Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH is a very good choice for those who want an ultra-compact camera with a wide-angle lens, image stabilization, and a huge LCD display. It takes good quality pictures quickly, with an easy-to-use interface and plenty of point-and-shoot features.
CameraLabs.com
The new 860IS / SD870 IS keeps the 28-105mm equivalent range of its predecessor, adds the inevitable extra Megapixel of resolution and dumps the optical viewfinder in favour of a bigger 3in screen. From the rear it resembles the earlier Ixus 75 / SD750 with the 3in screen and similarly-positioned controls running down the right side.
DPReview.com
The SD870 IS follows in the footsteps of some highly regarded cameras so it's understandable that Canon has chosen not to tinker too much with a successful formula. The camera's image quality is generally very good, especially considering its use of a genuinely wideangle lens.
PhotographyBlog.com
The Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS is the best IXUS model that we've reviewed. Period. It's an excellent point and shoot camera with a wealth of features that make it easy to take great photographs. Pick the IXUS 860 IS up for the first time and there is an undeniable sense of quality which exceeds most of the competition.
CNET.com
The PowerShot SD870 IS yields very high-quality images with accurate colors and tons of detail, and which are very clean at lower ISOs. The automatic white balance does a very good job of neutralizing colors in different kinds of lighting, but with incandescent lighting, its images have a very slight warm cast.
Steve's Digicams
Unlike the SD850 IS, the SD870 features a very nice Canon 3.8x Wide view optical zoom lens. It offers greater versatility in composing your shots than most in its class, with a 35mm equivalent focal range of approx. 28mm - 105mm. At the 28mm wide angle extreme, you'll be able to capture beautiful landscapes, and you'll also find that you have more versatility in composing you indoor shots.
DigitalTrends.com
Since this is a fairly new camera, the SD870 IS is selling for just slightly less than $399 USD list, while the SD850 IS costs under $350 USD. For this reviewer, the 28mm lens makes it worth the difference; the larger LCD screen is just icing on a yummy cake. As I said with the SD850 IS, I will heartily recommend this camera to anyone looking for a solid aim-and-forget digicam.
