Details of Canon Digital Cameras and Where to Find the Best Prices

The Powershot A1100 IS is one of the few smaller compact digital cameras to include a viewfinder. Canon has also added a 2.5 inch LCD screen. There is a raised, grip area on the front of the camera to help hold the camera steady when taking a shot.

Canon has included a 3 inch LCD screen, but there is no viewfinder. This is something that other cameras in this part of the Canon range usually include. AA batteries are used for power and the camera has a macro mode that is able to focus from 1cm away from the subject.

This is a straightforward, point and shoot digital camera. It is also one of the cheapest digital cameras available from Canon. It comes in four colours: silver, black, red and blue. Features include a macro mode that can focus from 1cm away from the subject and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.

The Powershot A1000 IS is a cut above more basic digital cameras. Extra features you will find with this camera include images stabilisation, a viewfinder and extra flash options. There is also an easy mode for anyone looking for the simplest type of camera.

The Canon Powershot A2000 IS has 10 megapixels and a 6x optical zoom lens. Canon have also equipped the Powershot A2000 IS with image stabilisation, a 3 inch LCD screen and red eye correction.

The IXUS 100 IS offers High Definition movies, image stabilisation and a viewfinder. There is also a 2.5 inch LCD screen. The camera is available in four different colours. This is a relatively straightforward point and shoot camera.

The IXUS 110 IS offers High Definition movies and a 2.8 inch widescreen LCD screen. The design of the camera is different to other pocket cameras from Canon with a noticeably curved end. The camera is available in pink, silver, blue and gold.

This is a stylish point and shoot camera. It is 20mm wide and available in black, blue, brown and silver. It is capable of capturing High Definition movies. For composing shots there is a 2.7 inch LCD screen. The screen can also be used to access hints and tips to make sure your photography stays on the right track.

This is a touch controlled digital camera. It is capable of shooting High Definition movies and has image stabilisation available. The LCD screen is 3 inches in size. The lens has a minimum focal length of 24mm giving it extreme wide angle capabilities. Blue, gold, purple and silver versions are available.

One of the attractions of this camera is likely to be the viewfinder. In addition to this room has been found for a 2.5 inch LCD screen. Image stabilisation is available as is a macro mode that lets you focus from 3cm away from the subject.

This camera is able to shoot High Definition movie clips. There is also a macro mode that enables it to focus from 2cm away from the subject. On the back of the camera is a 3 inch LCD screen. The 5x optical zoom lens brings it into line with similar cameras from other brands.

The Canon Powershot SX1 IS is a super zoom digital camera with a 20x optical zoom lens. The camera has 10 megapixels. It has a number of manual exposure controls and will appeal to the more serious photographer. It is also capable of capturing HD quality movies.

The Canon Powershot SX10 IS has a very long 20x optical zoom lens. The lens has images stabilisation. Among the other features you will find manual exposure controls. The Powershot SX10 IS has a 10 megapixel sensor. With its length of lens it is likely to appeal to sports and wildlife photographers.

This is a super zoom digital camera with an array of advanced features. As well as manual exposure controls and High Definition movies I also like the vari angle LCD screen. This allows you to adjust the position of the LCD screen when you find yourself in an awkward shooting position.

The Canon Powershot G10 is an advanced, compact digital camera. It contains a number of the features you would expect to find on a Digital SLR. This model offers 14.7 megapixels and has a 5x optical zoom lens. The Powershot G10 is compatible with Canon Speedlights and can accept conversion lenses.

This is one of the most advanced compact digital cameras you will find. Many professional photographers are likely to use the Powershot G11 as a second camera. It includes a RAW mode, plus an LCD screen you can pull out and twist round. The lens is wide angle and has image stabilisation built in.

This is a compact digital camera with a number of advanced features. As well as manual exposure, aperture priority and shutter priority, you also have access to a RAW mode and a f2 aperture. There is a 28mm wide angle lens and a 3 inch LCD screen.

The Powershot D10 is the first Canon digital camera to be waterproof (to 10m), freezeproof (to -10 degrees) and shockproof (to 1.22m). It is also dust proof. Aside from those features this is a relatively straightforward, point and shoot digital camera.

The EOS 1000D is able to capture photos at a top speed of 3 frames per second for Jpegs. For composing photos there is a 2.5 inch LCD screen. Live view allows you to compose images using the LCD screen if you prefer this method to using a viewfinder. The EOS 1000D offers protection against dust with automatic sensor cleaning. This is none of the more lightweight SLRs weighing 450g. It is compatible with SD and SDHC memory cards.

The EOS IDs Mark III sits at the top of the Canon DSLR range. It is aimed at the most demanding professional photographers and offers features such as a shooting speed of 5 frames per second, a full frame sensor and 19 AF cross type points.

The EOS 40D is a mid range Digital SLR. It is likely to appeal to the more serious enthusiast as well as semi pro photographers. It is equipped with automatic sensor cleaning to keep dust as bay. Live view mode is included. The EOS 40D is capable of shooting at 6.5 frames per second.

The EOS 450D has a good sized 3 inch LCD screen. It has a Live View mode allowing you to use the LCD screen for composing photos. For rapid fire photos you can shoot at a maximum speed of 3.5 frames per second. There is a built in dust control system. The EOS 450D weighs 475g.

The EOS 500D has a 3 inch LCD screen. With live view mode the screen can be used for composing images as well as reviewing photos and accessing the menu. There is also a High Definition movie mode. Canon has built in a cleaning mechanism to help keep the sensor clear from dust.

The Canon EOS 50D is a mid range Digital SLR. It has 15 megapixels. Other attractions include a live view mode, up to 6.3 frames per second continuous shooting and automatic cleaning to help keep the sensor free from dust. The EOS 50D is compatible with Canon EF and EFS lenses.

Like its predecessor the EOS 5D Mark II has a full frame sensor. It can shoot at up to 3.9 frames per second when images are stored as Jpegs. The 3 inch LCD screen offers Live View for composing images through the screen. There is also a comprehensive dust prevention system.

Key features include the ability to shoot at speeds of up to 8 frames per second. This is ideal for fast moving subjects. Focusing options include a 19 point cross type AF system. The AF system is customisable to give you fine control over focusing. The ISO range is 100 – 6400. This is expandable up to 12800.

One of the points that marks out this camera as a Digital SLR for professionals is the fact it that it is capable of shooting at a rate of 10 frames per second. Next up is the build quality of the camera. It is built to withstand the conditions you are likely to encounter in the field. It has a 3 inch LCD screen and is one of the first Digital SLRs to incorporate a live view mode.