Digital Home Thoughts: PhotographyBLOG reviews Canon SD4000 IS Digital ELPH

"The Canon IXUS 300 HS (also known as the SD4000 IS Digital ELPH) is a premium compact camera with some advanced features that grab the attention of any discerning photographer. These include a back-illuminated 10 megapixel CMOS sensor, a 3.8x, 28-106mm lens with a fastest aperture of f/2.0 and optical image stabiliser, 3.7 frames per second burst mode at full resolution, 720p HD movie recording with stereo sound and a HDMI port, 240fps movies, a 3 inch LCD screen, and Aperture and Shutter Priority exposure modes."

PhotographyBLOG reviews the latest and greatest Digital ELPH / IXUS camera from Canon, and generally were quite happy with it. Personally, I've given up on small sensor cameras, so while the specifications for a compact point-and-shoot are very enticing (fast 28mm wide f/2.0 class lens, manual controls, 240 FPS movies), the practice of cramming double-digit megapixels along with the new generation of EVIL cameras means I'm willing to put up with the extra bulk for better photos and more flexibility in shooting.

That said, I have been ranting at Canon for making so many ho-hum Powershot cameras, and it is refreshing to see them try something a little more adventurous. Also refreshing is seeing sensor manufacturers (in this case Sony) holding back on the megapixels a bit. Here's hoping that innovation in this incredibly crowded sector of the camera market continues to exist.