The Canon PowerShot SD630 camera exhibits a classic, sleek, linear design that is similar among Canon's Digital ELPH cameras. The Canon PowerShot SD630 is equipped with a retractable 3x optical zoom with a 35-105mm focal length.

The Canon PowerShot SD630 boasts a large 3.0-inch wide viewing angle type, as well as 173,000 pixel LCD screen that allows for adjusting 15 levels of brightness. The Canon PowerShot SD630 comes with a new touch and control dial that allows for easier scrolling through pictures or the camera menu. To accommodate the larger screen, the Canon PowerShot SD630 does not come with an optical viewfinder.

The Canon PowerShot SD630 comes equipped with the latest DIGIC II imaging processor. This processor enhances the vibrancy, definition, and quality of the pictures taken. For quicker transfer of images, the Canon PowerShot SD630 also features a high speed USB 2.0 port.

Similar to the other Digital ELPH cameras, the Canon PowerShot SD630 offers a 16:9 widescreen resolution setting that allows for creating panoramic-style prints. Much like the other Digital ELPH cameras, the Canon PowerShot SD630 also features 23 different languages. The Canon PowerShot SD630 offers an improved direct printing function that is more flexible to other printing settings, which also features a face brightener.

Canon PowerShot SD630 is equipped with Canon's enhanced "My Colors" mode which enable one to retouch photos or apply effects without the use of an external editing software. "My Colors" offers the following modes: Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, and Vivid Red; lighter and darker skin tones, as well as options for creating black & white, sepia, neutral and positive film effects.

As part of the Digital ELPH camera line, the Canon PowerShot SD630 is designed with Canon's individual optional waterproof housing systems that features a depth rating of 40m/130 feet. This makes the Canon SD630 the ideal camera for scuba divers, snorkelers, beach goers, and underwater photography enthusiasts.