Canon SD750/SD1000 7.1MP Digital ELPH Cameras

The updates aren't ground breaking but true to form, Canon's new Digital Elphs (iXus) digital cameras are as sleek and stylish as ever without losing the power and ease of use that we have all come to rely on.

Both the SD750 and SD1000 Digital Elph are available in either the original silver or dual-tonne matte black and silver finish. The SD750 inherits the rounded contours of previous models while the SD1000 opts for a more conservative square-like finish.

Both cameras have 7.1 megapixel CCDs, 3x optical zoom, and run on Canon's updated DIGIC III processor which Canon promises will result in, "higher performance levels including faster start up, autofocus and shutter response times, improved image quality and more efficient power consumption; resulting in extended battery life under typical shooting conditions."

Don't be fooled by higher numbers...the PowerShot SD750 is more superior that the SD1000 featuring a Touch Control Dial and a 3-inch LCD (versus a 2.25-inch LCD on the SD1000). The SD1000 however has an optical view finder which is helpful when you want to save on precious battery life.

Both the Canon PowerShot SD750 and SD1000 will be available by March 2007 at $349.99 and $299.99 respectively.