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• July 26, 2010
  The Canon SD1400 is one of the most attractive ELPHs Canon has designed.

  

  I bought the SD1400IS for its compact size (the slimmest DigiCam around) and its plethora of features, all at a bargain price of $219.
  
  Initially I was disappointed with the image quality of the camera, as it is too noisy. But you can't expect a compact cam to capture noise-less images. The previous model - the SD1300IS is known to have better image quality than the SD1400IS, however, if you are not going to use the image for poster prints, and won't be needing to see each and every pixel of the 14MP Image, then you'll soon find the pictures to be Excellent.
  
  The New Smart Auto mode works quite well and surprisingly quickly.
  Macro images are sharp and clear.
  The HD Video (720p) quality is good, but don't compare it with a camcorder,
  The exterior has smooth and sleek rounded edges and feels nice taking pictures.
  
  Continuous shooting is slower than my previous model - SD790IS.
  Also I miss the Quick-Select Dial on the SD790IS. Selecting the desired Program Mode on the SD1400 does take longer.
  Face Detection Self-timer and Smile Shutter are good add-ons, though difficult to set giving the recessed buttons and lengthy menu selection using 2 buttons only.
  
  Its got a mini HDMI output, but Canon doesn't include the HDMI cable with it, correctly to reduce unnecessary cost.
  Battery/Memory compartment is nicer than before, and can take constant opening and closing for a long life. Battery Life is excellent as usual.
  
  Overall, the Camera is worth the price I paid for it, and I got what I really needed. An excellent compact DigiCam.
  But If you are one of those who like to print images on A4 size or more, I suggest you look at the SD1300IS or the Canon SX210IS.

• July 20, 2010
  Great camera, but missing time lapse

  

  I had a SD100IS which had time lapse option for video. This one is supposed to be an upgrade of that, but they dropped the option for time lapse and my inquiries to Canon they have said it doesn't have the option and that "not all options can be included in all cameras" - but WHY TAKE AWAY OPTIONS ? They also said no firmware update would be made for that option. I thought camera's IMPROVE on newer versions, not take away options. I might have gone back and bought another SD1100IS but just kept this one. Be careful with all Canon cameras - the reason I don't have my SD1100 anymore is because literally a few DROPS of water touched it for a few SECONDS and FRIED THE LCD. The amount of water that touched it equaled the amount in an eye dropper and it was wiped off immediately.

• July 10, 2010
  Picture quality disapointing

  

  After receiving the 1400 I did side by side tests with a Canon 1300IS and a Panasonic DMC-DS5. Based strictly on picture quality the 1400 finished last. If you like the tiny size of this camera stick with the 1300. The best picture quality was from the Panasonic and the bigger size felt better in my hand and was also comfortable in my pocket. I thought Canons were the best value, but now I'm a Panasonic guy.