Re-Launch Contest #16: Canon Powershot SD850 IS + 2 GB SD Card

[Jason Dunn]

For our 16th giveaway, we're getting into the grand prize zone with a <a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&amp;fcategoryid=145&amp;modelid=15262" target="_blank">Canon Powershot SD850 IS</a> (2 GB SD card included), valued at $299 USD, donated by the <a href="http://windowsvistablog.com" target="_blank">Windows Vista team</a> at Microsoft. The SD850 is a <a href="http://www.productsofchampions.com/" target="_blank">Certified for Windows Vista</a> device, giving you a great experience right out of the box when used with Windows Vista.<br /><br /><em>&quot;The PowerShot SD850 IS Digital ELPH is a digital camera that will really get your creative juices flowing. It starts with a high resolution 8.0 Megapixel CCD, a 4x Optical Zoom with Canon's exclusive UA Lens and an Optical Image Stabilizer for steady zooming. There's also a DIGIC III Image Processor with Face Detection and Red-eye correction, an ISO 1600 setting for sharper images in low light, six Movie Modes and a 2.5-inch PureColor LCD with scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coating for easy viewing.&quot;</em><br /><br /><img border="0" src="http://images.thoughtsmedia.com/resizer/thumbs/size/500/dht/auto/1205899636.usr1.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br /><strong>Here's how to enter:</strong> just post a message as a reply telling me what you like to take pictures of. What would you use this camera for? That's it! There's one post per person allowed, and one winners will be randomly chosen. The contest will stay open for entries until April 7th, 2008.<br /><br />Special thanks to the Windows Vista team for their donation of this great camera!

[jaxim]

I've been eyeing this exact model of camera. I guess I'll hold of on purchasing this until after the contest in case I win.

With a new baby on the way, I thought it would be wise to update my camera with the latest that's out there so I can the best photos I can of my daughter.

I've researched this camera extensively and this seems like the best point and shoot camera out there. Many of the reviews have raved about the face detection technology. It takes great videos, which is great quality for DVD or even to upload to YouTube to show the proud grandparents and uncles/aunts.

I definitely hope I win this one! :-)

[Civisi]

I just upgraded my home computer system to be 100% Vista compatible. I have Vista Ultimate being shipped to my house. When it arrives, I'll need a Vista-certified camera to stay at that 100% level.

I am the webmaster for a Mustang club, and I need a good quality camera to complete member profiles and to photographically record our events. What makes this deal sweeter? The camera to do that could be free!

Thanks for the contest! And to the Vista team for their donation.

[dshep2020]

I too have been looking to purchase this exact camera. I just like having a good reliable point and shoot that I can carry around to snap pictures of anything and everything.

At work, I snap photos of white board sessions and distribute them with my notes. On business trips, I like to show my family interesting things I see and do. I also like to take fun pictures of the family without having to lug around the SLR. Sure a camera phone would suffice, but I am more likely to keep and use a higher quality digital pic from a camera like the SD850.

Hope I am the lucky one!

[r90a22]

A camera is a every day tool for me. It would be a very long list of uses I get from a camera like this.

[edgar]

Living in the San Francisco Bay area there is always something to take a picture of. I also seem to also be the family's vacation destination (being the only of nine kids west of the Mississippi). So the opportunity to take family pictures would be fantastic!

Great prizes Jason, very cool!!!

[mcwilliams132]

I love taking pictures of my kids and short videos. I have an SD450 but sometimes it's hard to get a steady shot. I'd love to utilize the image stabilizer.

[Merlin_AZ]

This would be great!
I would take lots of pictures of my family on outings, scenery and everything else.

[Cold Flame]

I'd use this for general photos that I take of my kids, etc... All too often we need a camera to be on the ready and close-by for shots, particularly with my 19 month old daughter. Now that Canon has its instant-on technology, this camera is ready to shoot immediately upon turning it on, and that will certainly help in allowing us to capture moments that we can't always get to in time.

My Canon Digital SLR (XTi) is wonderful, but just not practical to carry around in a pocket, etc... and my Canon Powershot S50 is on its last legs I fear (plus it's slow as molasses!), plus it's slightly too large and heavy to comfortably carry in a pocket. This would be the perfect camera to replace the S50, and is actually one I've been looking at possibly purchasing in the future (or a similar one).

Here's to hoping I can win! =)

[srsabu]

My 4 kids!

[tal]

Given the size of that camera it would be ideal for me as an everyday camera especially on vacations. So I would be probably use it most for taking pictures of people/friends or scenery.

Thorsten

[jolam97]

Like to do some macro photography, but mostly I would use the camera to take pictures of the family with 3 kids (The IS function is going to come in very handy).

[cmchavez]

This would be an excellent camera to keep in the car for spur of the moment family outings. The wife and kids would be great subjects for any group pictures.

[Stinger]

Party pictures. My current camera is totally useless in low light situations. :(

[GreatDay]

My fantasy answer would be that i'd win this camera, have enough cash to go visit and interview Judy (from Gear Diary) modeling her ScottVest, which is always out of my size or discontinuing the one i want when i try to order. Also reminds me I wouldn't look near as good in mine as she does in hers.

[locke]

My children...it's the perfect size to keep with you all the time.

[fslongo]

Definitely would be a nice addition for those days I don't feel like carrying my Nikon DSLR around, especially with taking the kids to Disneyland next month.

[The Yaz]

I would love to replace my 3.2mp Minolta. Our family has three kids and they're all involved in various activities where a parent is obligated to take a picture.

So my photos will be of wherever my kids take me...

Steve

[bcre8v2]

I would probably use the camera as a basic video camera since the resolution is good enough with Image Stabilization to take to most family events.

Thank you Thoughts Media.

[gstenger]

I take mostly family photos and some scenic shots when we are on vacation. Our 3 year old Canon is starting to wear through the batteries very quickly for some reason (even new batteries), so this would be a welcome replacement. Thanks!

[mboone]

The Loch Ness Monster.... just kidding. My kids and their activities, actually.

[Phronetix]

I would take a photo of my family, dressed in Vancouver Canuck gear, hoping like heck the boys can turn it around and not fumble their way out of the playoff picture.

:-)

[piperpilot]

I would use it to take beautiful pictures of my 2002 Ford Escape XLT that I am trying to sell.

[jlafount]

My future girlfriends

[cjhpe]

I would take pictures of my 3 kids mostly. However, I was thinking of getting a second camera so that I would have one that I could take with me on a business trip at the end of April to Seattle, WA. Great contests...
Thanks J..

[Bob Christensen]

What else! My grandchildren, of course. Thanks for the prizes.

[apwillis]

Little birdies.

[abl00m]

I like to take a picture of bugs...

[John Lane]

i would take alot of family pixs. I love to take pixs of my son's sporting events and share them with the team.

[Gabs00]

I would use it to take pictures of my family and scenery when I go on vacation.

[makicr]

I have 3 kids and an ex-wife. The ex- got the camera in the property distribution (and every extra penny - so I have no funds to buy a new one). For pitty's sake, save this one for me.

[elipsoid]

I'd use it as a secondary camera to carry to places I'm too afraid to take a DSLR. And I like to take pictures of anything, esp. nature.

[moko]

Lots of photos of my 5yr old son skiing

[stan]

I like taking picture of my dog filu and family picture:D

[n2sooners]

I just bought a DSLR and have been shopping around for a small point and shoot that I can keep in my bag and take with me when having a larger camera just isn't convenient.

[simon.brown]

I would like to use the camera to take photos of my family on holiday.

[supreme_one3]

I would take pictures on vacations like the one this summer to the French Rivera.

[rzanology]

this cam would be great for my everyday cam. living in brooklyn and working in manhatten, there is always a need for a cam.

[dh]

My daughter would love this camera to take even more pictures of our new puppy

http://djh.smugmug.com/photos/268891262_pXPTf-S.jpg

I'd use it for times when I can't be bothered to lug the big cameras around.

[brian_r_baker]

Probably just regular events. My wife has been begging me to replace the digital camera I got her on her birthday -- five years ago! :o

[peterawest]

My wife dropped out digital camera while attending a wedding reception. So, we have been hoping to get a new one. Having a free one would be much nicer.

I would use the camera to take pictures of our travels, friends, and also for use on web site designs. Hope to win!

[Joel Crane]

I'd be taking pictures of my friends and I riding sportbikes. It might get used as an onboard video camera too. Sounds awful doesn't it? Don't worry, I treat my camera (Old Kodak Easyshare 2.0mp) with care.

[ptyork]

Boy could I use this! I've got the original Digital Elph (2 whole mega-pixels--replaced the original APS film Elph). It's awful. Yeah, I've got my Rebel, as well, but I really need to have a P&S to take with me all the time. My daughter is about 13 months now and I miss more photo opps than I get.

Thanks!

[zeltak]

Hi

I would use this in a 3 months when i go on a safari to Tanzania. I love the Canon cameras (had a old classic
AE-1 for 20 years until it got stolen in Peru...;_(..).

Thx for the contests

Zeltak

[jacklf]

I'd take some pictures of my dog chasing squirrels.

[spacehippie2k]

Kids and mountains. Sometimes simultaneously.

[keoni34]

Being in Hawaii this camera would be great for breathtaking photos all around the island.

[ReDeVil]

i carry out site surveys due to the nature of my job.....taking down notes and pictures for compiling later on. this would a great device do all that......and a nice way to impress my clients as well :p...

other than that i guess it would be the regular holiday trips which i go on...where i would find this really usefull

:)

[Filip Norrgard]

I would like to take photos of the upcoming summer as it is bound to be either hot and beautiful or rainy and gray. Either way, there will be stuff to be captured on digital film, flowers if full bloom, or total gloom. :)

[Dyvim]

To take pictures of my family. Daddy needs a new digital camera (mine hails from early 2004!).

[Outlaw94]

I always carry a digital camera with me. However, my AA battery HP 2.5 MP CF camera ison its last leg. I take pictures of everything from hanging out with friends, the columbus zoo, to my dog.

[PubERB]

To take photos of my little baby.:)

[Reid Kistler]

Family & Group Events: small size would make it an idea digital camera to Always carry around (& it even comes with decent storage capacity!).

rkistler / se mi

[wynand32]

My family (what else?) and my dog.

[leslietroyer]

I'll use the canon to take pictures of the family that aren't so blurry --

LEs

[canux]

It's the perfect size to carry along everywhere to take pictures of my kids getting up to no good. :eek:

[Gordo]

Pictures of everything!

[gcherian]

I would love to take pictures of my kids :)

[riley4077]

This camera would be great for capturing those fleeting shots of the kids. Our H1 is just too large to pack around everywhere.

[hongky]

Booth Babes !!!

[AggieJon]

I've got a vacation coming up. This camera would be great to have.

[edved]

I travel quite a bit and been looking at replacing my bulky Canon G2. My next trip is Vietnam, where some of the best beaches in the world are said to exist. It'd be great leaving the bulk behind and instead taking the Powershot along for the ride.

[gibson042]

I carry a camera with me everywhere, and use it for all sorts of things: taking meeting notes from whiteboards, making documentation, preserving "correct" configuration for disassembly/reassembly, recording product information for repair and/or price comparison, capturing funny or artistic opportunities, candid shots of friends and family... the list goes on and on. An SD850 would replace my aging SD200 in all of these tasks and more.

[Heatwave316]

I love taking pictures of my puppy!!! She's always doing the craziest things. :)

[Jon Childs]

Kids... 1st year of tee-ball is starting soon

[zeke009]

Before I met my fiancée I never took pictures... excluding the passed out guy with all the writing on his face. Come on, some habits die hard no matter how old you are!

If we had a reliable camera such as this (Disposables are cheap, but not reliable IMO) I know we'd end up at some of Minnesota's State Parks taking photos of the rivers and surrounding wilderness. Heck, maybe we would even end up with one of those photos that you feel the need to frame and proudly display on your home!

Oh, can't forget our wedding in early 2009. There will be TONS of pictures of that event! :)

[andrewpmoore]

This would be perfect to replace my ancient poweshot s30 (which I paid over $1000 for!)

It would be used to photography my wife through pregnancy and the little'un when born.

[BelgiumGuy]

The image stabilizer will be very helpfull for the aerial photography from my powered paragliding.

[jrmfzf]

I love to travel and it's always great to have something that can travel well and be ready to take pictures when an opportunity arrises. I'm sure my little nephew would get some snaps in his direction also.

[raaden]

I would love to use it to take some pics of my reef farm (http://www.reef-farm.net). The camera I have right now does not do a very good job especially for closeups (image stabilization is greatly needed here) which is what I have been lacking.

[M.H.B]

I would take pictures of friends, family & the mountains!! It would be especially great to have it for my trip home to TX for my dad's 70th Bday!!:)

[haveblue128]

Looks like both of us are Nikon DSLR fans. I only wish that I had your buying power-or good grease with a Nikon rep. However, Canon has a super rep and would be my "pocket camera" for shots, 24/7. Over the past 16 years, I have both worked and lived in Wash, DC. I missed too many opportunities to have my pix taken with _____.

To date, I have worked for two Senators, two presidential campaigns and one presidency- in the executive branch. At present, I am advising Prez campaign three and have already missed several cool pix. The Canon Powershot would fill that void very well.

In order to get the remaining "surreal" pix with pols, the Powershot does it!;)

[Iglesiab]

I have been traveling for pleasure a lot this year and hope to continue so I would take pictures of my travels.

brian

[David Horn]

This would be awesome to take with me when I go climbing... my Lumix FX-8 is getting a bit dated now.

[Ploobers]

My future girlfriend, :)

[wardseward]

If I won this I could give my old camera to my son. He has been asking for his own camera for awhile now.

[djdj]

Primarily these days I do event photography, but this camera would be best suited as a 'just have it with me every day' kind of camera, so essentially it would be for snapshots of every day events.

[joffrey]

I would probably take most pictures of my 11 months old son.

[timmy]

I enjoy taking nature photos. If I win I will actually give it to a friend who persist in using only the mobile phone camera....

[dtanderson]

I most use my camera to take pictures of my kids. If I won this camera, I would put it to use added lots of pictures to my family photo album.

Denis

[kbpcman]

I would take tons of pictures of my wife and kids.

[mamoleh]

My kids, my dog, and maybe my husband!

[Broo2]

I like to take pictures of people on the ground from the rooftops of tall buildings...

[lunchroom]

This one's easy: I have three young children. I'd take tons of pictures of them with this camera. My Nikon D40x is a little big to carry around everywhere. The Powershot would allow me a little more portability while on vacation, etc.

[hhsimpson]

I like to use a compact Canon to record weird things I see.

[jspear]

We are looking for a camera to take better soccer pictures than our 5 year old Kodak.

[jdepew]

I like taking pics of nature and architecture and I'm working on getting better with portraiture. My parents are always bugging me for pictures, so having a good P&S that I can keep with me at all times will help keep them happy... and as I'm about to start my surgical residency, it will always be in my bag so I can take pics for consults, before, intraop and after photos. Thanks for the contest!

[follick]

I mostly take pictures of my wife and kids.

[tabi13]

I like to take macro pictures of bugs and flowers etc. I have my DSLR setup for that but its a pain to carry to all social occasions and sometimes I really miss having a point and shoot. This camera would fit that bill perfectly. Pick my please...

[wilkinsjme]

I would use this to take pictures of the kids. And nature photography I like to take for fun. I'm not a pro but this camera will surely help compared to my existing 3MP Canon.

[mclemore]

I'm not a "people" kind of photographer but I love to shoot scenery. And oh boy does Colorado have some impressive scenery!

Doug McLemore

[rwelch]

I would love to use this camera to take pictures of family. Our current digital camera is getting pretty old.

[dynamius]

I would take pictures of friends' most hilarious moments... and then post them online to share with everyone. :)

[txa1265]

I love taking pictures of my family. Typically my wife and I each take pictures and between us we get some cool stuff. But in the recent move, my trusty old Sony didn't travel well ... so I have been reduced to cell-phone pix! I need this one!

[Gen-M]

I use cameras to take pictures of my environment - wether that is inside a retail store, a highway sign that I find humorous, or the apartment/house/hotel that I am currently inhabiting. This lets me share with my wife who is usually 2000 miles away.

[LindaP]

Most of my pictures would be of my 2 kids. They are the light of my life!

[dave_p_1]

I'm a dad. I'm required by law (spousal law, one step above federal law) to take pictures of my kids.

[jerboa]

The subjects I most take pictures of now are my two kids.

This camera would be a nice complement to my D80. I'd probably have it with me more often than the D80 and miss fewer moments where I now go, "If only I had my camera..."

[blang]

I love taking pictures of my kids and pets.

[lynnroth]

I would take pictures of my two daughters.

[KevinM10]

Hotdogs!!!

[yoda16]

Taking pictures of my wife and 3 kids at their first trip to Disney for our upcoming vacation.

[dvlpr]

I'd take pictures of my 2 labradors mostly :) They always look good on photos :rolleyes:

[cynicbynature]

Being at school, there are always plenty of opportunities to take a picture. Now that spring's here, there are plenty of opportunities to get some nice shots of the landmarks and just generally attractive scenery on and around campus. Add in the fact that some buildings around here provide a remarkable view of Boston's skyline, and you've got some really amazing opportunities.

[dbng]

Other than my 3 kids? Is there anything else to take pictures of?

[mclaugh]

I have a nine month old girl, and a boy on the way- my three year old Canon is starting to get cranky (doesn't seem as sharp, takes a while between pictures, needs a new battery). Please please please please please!

[Jason Dunn]

Contest officially closed - no further entries will be permitted. Please check the front page within the next 96 hours to see a list of the winners.