Features

• 5-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; 2.0-inch LCD display; ultra-compact design (.8 inches thick)
• Enhanced movie mode with fast 60-frame-per-second capture rate
• DIGIC II Image Processor provides fast, accurate image processing
• Powered by rechargeable Lithium-ion battery; stores images on SD memory card

Reviews (157)

shuts down intermittently
I've had this camera for over a year now. I think I was able to use it for a good 4 months It is not being used right now because they took too long to send it back to me before I over seas. I gave the over a month to send it back to me. I bought this camera in June 2005. By October 2005, I started having problems with it shutting down whenever I tried to take a picture and left the lense protruding. I didn't send it in right away because I thought the problem would go away. I finally had to send it in because the problem increased. I got it back and it worked for a couple of weeks without a problem and then the problem started again. I had to send it in again and when I got it back the problem was even worse. So I sent it in a third time and requested that send me a new one but I got the same one back. I had to pay for the shipping all three times but they paid for the postage back. I wasn't charged anything since it was still under warranty. I don't know if they fixed the problem or not; I am very doubtful. I still gave them two stars because the size and the quality of the pictures in daylight and at night are really great. The battery and memory card cover is very flimsy.

BROKEN LCD SCREEN!!!
People are not kidding about the broken LCD problems with these cameras!We picked up our camera this morning to take pictures of our son opening his birthday presents and found our screen was cracked!We didn't do anything to it!We have taken GREAT care of this camera for 1 year.Lots of other people have also had similar problems with the LCD cracking suddenly and for no apparent reason!Beware!

Great Camera
I'm on my 3rd Canon, 2nd ELPH.My first Canon ELPH was an Advantix one (2001), great camera and still have it.2nd ELPH was this one and its survived 3 months of military training and a 9 month deployment so far.Again great camera.My 3rd Canon was just bought last night (video camera). ... Read more

Editorial Review

Adding megapixel power to the popular S400 Digital Elph, Canon's PowerShot S500 bumps up the resolution to 5 megapixels--providing richer details and improved clarity. Elegantly designed and super compact, the S500 has a protective stainless steel shell with a celabrite finish, which mixes metals and ceramics to produce a tough cool-toned exterior that is visually stunning. It also features a 3x optical zoom, high-resolution video capture, and Canon's new Print/Share button, which helps you quickly connect directly to a printer or send an image via e-mail. Read more

Features

• 5-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 13-by-17-inch enlargements
• Canon 3x optical zoom lens combines with 4x digital zoom for 12x total zoom
• 9-point autofocus; movie mode; PictBridge compatible
• Store images on Compact Flash Type I memory cards (32 MB card included)
• Powered by rechargeable battery pack NB-1LH (included with charger)

Reviews (105)

GREAT CAMERA! I'm loving it!
I'm surprised to see that a lot of people only give 1* to this camera! I've had it for 2 years now and i just love it! Thanks to it, I discovered I had a real passion for photography... It's very easy to use and my pictures are great! When I show them, people usually tell me " you must have an expensive camera"... and i just show them my little Canon S500 and they are surprised with the result!
Junk!Do NOT Buy It!!
Over 90% of pictures I took by this Canon are blurry. No way can you fix it. I really got fed up with it. Waist your money. Waist your time. More important, waist your precious moments!

Shocked and Dissapointed
I have known Canon to be a very high quality company. However, I was deeply shocked and disappointed to find that this camera fails to meet the expectations I had about this camera. A few years ago I bought the Fujiffilm 3800. I loved this camera but after a few ski trips I found it rather bulky. I then bought the Canon S500 becaus of its small size and after many good reviews about the S400. For most of the pictures I take on a ski trip this camera is fine. However, if you are taking pictures other than outdoors in the daytime, this camera is worse than a disposable camera. First, there is no red-eye reduction. It simply does not work when I set it to take flash with red-eye reduction. Second, pictures taken at dusk or dawn come out blurry. I would speculate that the shutter speed is way too slow and you would need a tripod. Third, night picture?....Forget about it. I tried to get a beatiful picture of the Chicago skyline but the picture was underexposed. So, I tried the manual mode and played with the exposure settings and I could not get a setting that would produce non-blurry pictures. Looks like I'll be back in the market for a Fujifilm. After all the reviews I've read, I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop (E18, LCD, etc.). Not to mention the terrible service that I have been reading about. ... Read more

Features

• 5-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; extra-large 2.7-inch LCD display
• Fast shutter speed--images are recorded approximately 0.01 seconds after the shutter is released
• Approximately 400 shots per battery charge
• Powered by Lithium-ion rechargeable battery (included, with charger); stores images on SD cards (camera features 9.3MB of internal memory)

Reviews (36)

Docking cradle stops working
I was fine with this camera until the docking cradle stopped working, essentially rendering the camera useless once the charge stopped. This conveniently happened 3 weeks before my baby is due, leaving me without a digital camera at a pretty important time. Casio customer service was NOT helpful - even though this appears to be a documented problem with this particular camera, I was still going to be forced to either shell out my own money for a new base (even though the camera is still under warranty) - or package the whole thing and send it off to California. Obviously not a great option because who knows how long it would be before the camera gets back to me in working order? I had an Olympus before we bought the Casio and after this experience we are going to purchase a new camera - one that does NOT come with a cradle (and not a Casio). If the customer service had been better we may not have come to this decision, but I don't want to be dependent on a company that has no flexibility whatsoever in their way of dealing with problems. My advice is to buy a camera that does not rely on a docking station... fewer parts that can break! Even though I was "lucky" mine quit while under warranty, I have seem other reviews online where it broke post-warranty and supposedly people had to pay $200 to fix it - more than the camera is worth at that point.

Best Digital Camera Ever
I purchased this camera about a year ago, prior to a trip to London.I'd had a Canon Powershot previously.This camera outdid itself!I didn't have to charge the battery during my four-day trip to London, taking over 500 pictures.The screen size is amazing, though difficult to see when outside and it's at all bright.The camera is very user friendly, easy to set up and so easy to use.Since then, several people have ditched their old digital cameras to buy one of these.
Super small & compact with great pics!
I bought this camera refirbished to take with me on vacation. After searching online for almost 2 months, this was the camera that kept popping up that had all the features that I was looking for at a price that I could afford. It has gone to Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Sandusky, Ohio and it has performed wonderful! It survived the heat and sand of the beach, and the heat and whatnot of the roller coasters at Cedar Point amusement park. The videos are great and the sound is amazing...Colors are great and very very clear! And I absolutely adore all the features it has to offer! The retro and black and whites are awesome, as well as the rest of the shot options...I got a great one of some fireworks! I love this camera, it is so easy to use, takes great pics, and is worth the money! ... Read more

Features

• New contemporary design 3.2-megapixel digital camera with 2.2x optical/3.2x digital/7x combined zoom
• Extraordinarily fast shutter release with the Quick Shot function
• Canon Image Processor and iSAPS technology for faster processing and excellent image quality
• New print/share button for easy direct printing and downloads
• Comes in four fun colors: Silver, Sky Blue, Lime Green, and Sunset Gold

Reviews (44)

Some Important CONS you must be aware of
First off, let me make it clear that I am satisfied with this camera. I have had it for 8 months now and I have put it through its paces and its held up fine.
Best camera for the price
I bought this camera six months ago for my 12 year old daughter.It was her (and ours) first digital camera.I read so many reviews prior to selecting this model.The reviews for this camera were so helpful.This camera has been so easy to use and it takes excellent pictures.Rechargeable batteries are definitely a must! This camera is the best camera for this price, no doubt about it.We have taken still shots and videos.It is so fun to have the option to take a video.We have some great clips.All I can say is we are so happy with the camera.We would definitely choose it again.

Good deal
Good camera for the $129 I paid. Does everything pretty well, and your picture modes are pretty customizable. Only qualm is it takes a second or two longer than I wish when the camera saves/loads pictures to the memory card. Might be a problem when trying to shoot consecutive pictures-- but probably wouldn't be doing it with this type of camera anyways. ... Read more

Features

• 5.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
• 5x optical zoom with macro focusing as close as 1 centimeter
• High-speed start-up enables shooting only 0.8 seconds after the power is turned on
• Aperture priority, shutter speed priority, and manual exposure modes; MPEG-4 format for long-playing video shooting
• Powered by Lithium-ion battery; records images on SD or MMC cards

Reviews (8)

Almost my perfect camera
I love this camera. The swivel view screen works very well when you want to take pictures at an awkward angle. As a photographer, I really need that.
More than worth the price!!!
I ordered the SanDisk Ultra II 2.0 GB and I use Windows XP and at first, I followed the directions to a "T" and it just wasn't working. I searched the internet to see if anyone else was having the same problem. I went to the CASIO website and there wasn't any information about it. Finally . . . I got this weird idea in my head, that "What if I change the "USB" in the Set-up menu to "PTP" (PictBridge), maybe it might work." I seriously tried everything and I was crossing my fingers on this one. And honestly, from what I was reading, it seemed that SD card readers weren't working either, and I didn't want to have to fork out another $30-40 for one if I wasn't sure it was going to work.
No help from manufacturer!
I spent over $50.00 for a 512MB SD card for this camera, and it doesn't work!Tried several SD cards, and the camera will not work with them. It WILL work with an MMC card, however.Have emailed Casio 4 times and have not received a reply.I'm sending the camera back to them, and I'll go find a camera that actually works like they say it's supposed to! ... Read more

Features

• 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
• 2.4x optical zoom; 1.8-inch LCD display
• 9-point AiAF, single point AF, and Face-priority AF, which detects faces and focuses on them
• Stores images on SD cards; powered by Lithium-ion rechargeable battery NB-4L
• Now supports SDHC cards (Secure Digital cards with over 2 GB capacity)

Features

• 8.2-megapixel sensor captures 3504 by 2336 pixel JPEG or RAW images
• Includes 18-55mm (3x zoom) f/3.5-5.6 autofocus lens, EF mount compatible with all Canon lenses in EF and EF-S lineup
• Direct printing with PictBridge printers
• Store images on CompactFlash memory card
• Powered by rechargeable BP-511A 1390mAh battery pack

Reviews (128)

Awesome.
Wonderful camera. Very flexiable, very versitile. Can be the most wonderful creation device in someone whom is capable. Def a good buy now that the 30D is out.
Cannon EOS 20D
Excellent Camera with high end capabilities. Easy to use and intuitive system controls.

Great Camera
I am just a hobbyist.This was a big purchase and a big step for me to get into this level of camera.I still haven't mastered using it yet, and I've had it for a few months.
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Features

• Highly advanced 5.0-megapixel digital camera camera with 3x optical/4.1x digital/12x combined zoom
• 14 shooting modes, with special Scene Modes for spectacular shots in special situations
• New, larger 1.8-inch vari-angle LCD monitor for easier image preview and review
• 9-point AiAF plus FlexiZone AF/AE for off-center subjects
• New Print/Share button for easy direct printing and downloads

Reviews (159)

Great Until E18 Struck
I bought my Canon A95 in November 2004.A little after 1 year just after the manufacturer's warranty expired, the infamous E18 error struck.I called the factory repair center to get a repair estimate, and they quoted $89 plus $8 shipping & handling.I bought the camera for $300 online, now it's going to cost me roughly 1/3 of its purchase cost to repair it.For all I know, it might break down again after the repair! The repair comes with 90-Day warranty period, but it COULD break again after 90 days.
VERY Disappointed
I've had this camera just over a year (figures) and it has gone completely bonkers on me.Sometimes it works and other times it puts black lines across the screen making it useless.You never know when you turn it on whether it will work or not -- making it completely unreliable.Keep in mind that this camera was used almost entirely inside for my business, so it wasn't abused, dropped, thrown in the bottom of a purse, etc.It was treated very carefully and probably only shot about 2,000 pictures total.
I'm not getting it
After reading the literally hundreds of positive reviews for Canon cameras generally, and this one in particular, I bought one after our older Kodak DC3400 finally died.
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Editorial Review

Featuring a high-tech design with aluminum front cover and metallic handgrip, the Canon PowerShot A80 combines a sense of both the modern and the traditional. Despite its entry-level designation in Canon's digital lineup, the easy-to-operate, 4-megapixel PowerShot A80 is a surprisingly advanced model with sophisticated optics and manual controls. It also features a twisting LCD screen. Read more

Features

• 4 megapixel sensor creates 2,272 x 1,704 images for photo-quality prints at 11 x 14 and beyond
• 3x optical plus 3.6x digital zoom (for 11x total)
• Twisting LCD for shots at any angle; up to 3-minute videos with sound; 9-point AiAF
• Compatible with Type I CompactFlash memory cards; includes 32 MB card
• Powered by 4 AA batteries (alkalines included, rechargeables recommended); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1

Reviews (112)

Excellent little camera....
I have used this phone for about 3 years (i've taken close to 1500 photos and about 30 video clips) and its still the best phone I've ever owned! Durable and utilitarian, it satisfies all amateur photographic needs (takes zoom, panorama, night shots, b/w, sepia, self-timed.) The video function though limited & grainy is useful for short recordings. The screen is small, but that's a minor disadvantage. It's a little bulky, but still small enough to fit in your pocket (a big pocket), though it is heavy. The price is very reasonable. Battery life is only adequate (4 AA).
Great camera until 2nd year. Stopped working
We used this camera for taking general purpose family pictures. Nice design and good feature set. At 2yr mark it completely stopped saving pictures to CF card. I can't find any information on canon site. Bummer, I was really hoping to upgrade to a EOS this year. Probably no more Canons for me.

DON'T BUY -IT FAILED IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS!
We had our PowerShot A80 less than 2 years and the internal hardware failed so the camera could no longer take pictures....despite the fact that we took excellent care of it.Same problem as others have reported -- the image sensor apparently failed because the camera would only take totally BLACK IMAGES.You could only see a black blackground through the LCD viewfinder when the power was on.
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Features

• 8-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
• Large high-resolution 2.5-inch LCD screen with wide viewing angle; 3.6 optical zoom
• New UA lens technology for superior image quality
• 21 shooting modes, including Special Scene modes and My Color for customization while shooting
• Expand your shooting capabilities with optional wide and tele conversion lenses, wireless controller , and underwater housing (not included--must be purchased separately)

Reviews (50)

Discontinued!
This S80 used to be the only WIDE ANGLE compact point and shoot digital camera on the market. It has now been discontinued I'm told. But, we're in luck! There are THREE other digital point and shoot cameras with a real 28mm WIDE ANGLE lens! These are: 1) The Panasonic DMC-FX01 for $250, and the 2) Canon Powershot SD800 IS for $400. and, 3) The Kodak EasyShare V570 for about $350.
Another Broken S80 Story.....
Ive had this camera about a year now, and I really, really would have loved to give you a 5-star, glowing and gushing review of the thing. I want it to be more than it has turned out to be. I will it to be more than it is. In spite of all the karma I throw into it, it is, and it pains me to say it, "OK"....not more. It durability? Well, thats another story...
A SUPERB MACHINE
This is my third Powershot and they just get better. The video quality is a great improvement and the mute really works. Extraordinary value for money! ... Read more

Editorial Review

The successor to Canon's popular A70, the entry-level PowerShot A75 is a surprisingly advanced model with a 3.2-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom, and more manual features than you'll find on most digital point-and-shoots. Featuring a high-tech design with aluminum front cover and metallic handgrip, the PowerShot A75 combines a sense of both the modern and the traditional. Read more

Features

• 3.2-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 10-by-14-inch enlargements
• Canon 3x optical zoom lens combines with 3.3x digital zoom
• 9-point autofocus; movie mode; 1.8-inch LCD monitor; PictBridge compatible
• Store images on Compact Flash Type I memory cards (32 MB card included)
• Powered by 4 AA-size batteries (alkaline included, rechargeable NiMH recommended)

Reviews (113)

Totally great camera
I bought this camera two years ago and love it.I now have two others that are newer and more expensive, but I still end up using this camera so often because it's practical, the batteries last forever and it takes the right size pictures for uploading fast to online printing services.The pictures are great when printed as long as they are not enlarged much past 8x10 and the camera is extraordinarily sturdy.I have kept it in my purse for extended amounts of time, taken it on many trips, it has been dropped several times, and it just keeps workingIt is so easy to use in every way.All of the menu items are entirely self explanatory.I would highly recommend this camera.My others are Canon also and I love them all.

2 years old, and still going great
When I bought my A75, I did a little research, and the reviews I read were great. 2 years later, I am happy with my choice. I got an excellent camera that has taken a lot of pictures on different places: beaches, mountains, cities... The quality of the pictures is awesome. Even if it is not a 7MP, I think that for an "amateur home user", this camera is more than enough

Great camera with a few limitations
I haven't read the other reviews, but wanted to put my thoughts in.I've had this camera for two years and it has performed wonderfully.At one point my brother dropped it from about six feet onto concrete and it hasn't affected performance at all.The 3.2 megapixel is more than enough to print great quality pictures ... I've printed mostly 4x6 and 5x7.I think this is a great point and shoot digital camera, and it's a nice bonus to have the movie mode.
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Features

• 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 6x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD with Night Display and Grid Line Display
• ISO 800 shooting; widescreen (16:9) stills recording
• Accurate focusing with FlexiZone AF/AE1 and 9-point AiAF1
• Powered by two AA-size batteries; stores images on SD/MMC memory cards

Reviews (30)

A disappointment; has some +'s, but doesn't take great pics, and doesn't hold up either.
The 6x digital zoom is nice, and the zoom is fast and easy to use with precision.The camera has a very quick startup speed, which makes it easy to capture things like birds which won't sit still for you.The menu and user-interface are very easy to use, and it is very easy to view pictures.The screen is huge and very clear.
Great value for some well spent money
I am as I call myself an "advanced amateur" photographer and own an SLR for those times when my serious photography mood kicks in.
Best all around camera I have ever owned
Sure, it's got some flaws.Don't get grit in the lens, you *will* have to have it serviced out of warranty. Yes, the flash recycle time is horrible, I wish the thing had a hot shoe. Yes, the noise level at ISO 800 is worse than an SLR, but...
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Editorial Review

Inch for inch and ounce for ounce, Canon's PowerShot S200 Digital Elphpacks more power into less space than virtually any other digital camera,stuffing a feature-packed, 2-megapixel camera with 2x optical zoom into adiminutive brushed-metal case that slips easily into a purse or pocket.Read more

Features

• 2-megapixel sensor captures 1,600 x 1,200 images for prints at sizes up to 8 x 10 inches
• Autofocus lens with 2x optical/2.5x digital (5x total) zoom
• Included 8 MB CompactFlash card holds 12 images at default settings
• Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port
• Uses proprietary lithium-ion rechargeable battery (included)

Reviews (164)

LOVE my little Elph!!!!!!!!
Well, it's been over 3 years since I had it and I love it!!! It's just awesome! It's tiny, the battery life is great, the pictures are wonderful, LOTS of features. The ONLY thing is when you're using flash, it's a little slow. I was impressed with Canon and purchased a bigger SLR Digital Rebel for my "big projects" :) But the little Elph is still my #1 point and shoot!

Point and shoot that fits in your pocket
A really great camera that just slips into your pocket. Great to carry around all the time so you can take shots of whatever takes your fancy. Easy to recharge too with its handy battery recharger.

Wonderful little camera!
I've had this camera for a little over a year and a half now and I just love it.It's really small, which is a huge plus.Because of the small size, it's very convenient to take with you and that means you end up taking more pictures than you normally would.I've chronicled most of the little and big events I have gone to with it.Even though it's just 2 megapixels, that is more than adequate for me--I don't rely on it for professional shots, just mostly snapshots.I have printed some photos through shutterfly, and they came out looking great.You could tell that they weren't quite as sharp as those from a regular camera, but I had taken them at the medium compression setting.They were definitely framable though and you probably couldn't tell that they were digicam pics unless you inspected them close up.I suspect pics taken at superfine would be even better.Rendition of colors is truly remarkable, and I have received many compliments from friends on this.Canon sure does seems to know what they're doing when it comes to optics.Any photos I've taken with bright colors (landscapes, flowers, etc.) came out breathtaking.The camera is made of metal, so it has a nice, high quality "heft" to it.The photo management software that it comes with is awesome--intuitive and easy to use.It may run slow on old computers though, if you have a lot of photos in your albums.
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Editorial Review

Updating the popular S400 Digital Elph, Canon's PowerShot S410 is both elegant and powerful. It features a 4-megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom, and movie mode for videos of up to three minutes. Elegantly designed and super compact, the S400 has a protective stainless steel shell with a celabrite finish, which mixes metals and ceramics to produce a tough cool-toned exterior that is visually stunning. It also features Canon's new Print/Share button, which helps you quickly connect directly to a printer or send an image via e-mail. Read more

Features

• 4-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 11-by-15-inch enlargements
• Canon 3x optical zoom lens with 3.6x digital zoom
• 9-point autofocus; movie mode; PictBridge compatible
• Store images on Compact Flash Type I memory cards (32 MB card included)
• Powered by rechargeable battery pack NB-1LH (included with charger)

Reviews (152)

Good overall camera, great product from Cannon
Without doubt, if Canon did not make the best digital cameras out there, at least it makes the most popular digital cameras. S400 and S410 are the first two which made Cannon so successful in digital camera market. And the later SD series definitely push Canon to be No. 1 digital camera seller in US and world(sorry, Kodark yields to Canon this year and HP is considering to leave this market).
Perfect for a New Camera User
I have never owned a camera in my life (hubby always took all the pics) and this has been perfect for a beginning photographer mom.It fits in my pocket (guess that's the elph part), and we have taken it on two summer trips so far.I can't believe the photos are so crisp and colorful, and print up as well as the ones we always had developed at the drugstore.
fatally flawed
Beware of this camera! The camera overall works great. We have had it for more than a year now and it takes clear, bright pictures and is very easy to use.Very nice compact size.
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Features

• 5-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
• 1.8-inch LCD display; 2.4x optical zoom
• Cradle with wireless remote for playback included
• 17 shooting modes; DIG!C II Image Processor for faster processing, vibrant colors, and excellent image quality
• Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by Lithium ion battery NB-4L

Reviews (19)

Great GIRL POWER camera!..... at least the purple one.
I was 13 decades ago - just didn't want to use my name.
Amazing camera
All I have to say is this is a great digital camera, and I've had a few of them.I just took it on vacation to AZ with me - my first use of the camera and I came home with fantastic images and videos.I had no problems with the camera at all, and never even had to charge the battery or go to the extra, charged battery I brought along with me.I purchased the little battery charger so that I wouldn't have to take along the camera cradle and I advise anyone to buy it.It's very tiny and works great.You cannot go wrong with this camera.It's great at auto so you can just point-and-shoot and enjoy, or very manual if you feel like futzing with it.Also, it's just a very cool looking camera and very sturdy.Even though it's so tiny, I didn't feel like I was going to break it, bull-in-a-china-shop that I am.It was a bit odd getting used to having no veiw-finder to look through, and keep putting the camera up to my eye a few times!

smaller than a Video Ipod (5G)
The Sd40 is now out for $350.
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Editorial Review

A smoothly designed point and shoot that doesn't lack in important features, the Canon Sure Shot 90u is easy to use and can adjust to most situations to capture clear photos. The 2.3x zoom (38 to 90 millimeters) provides a wide range of options in snapping your subject. The autofocus system uses 3 sensors to create a sharp and clear image, even when the subject is in motion or off-center. The 90u has several shooting modes such as automatic, action, night scene, portrait, and close-up mode.Read more

Features

• 2.3x zoom lens 35mm camera
• 5 programmed shooting modes
• 3-point autofocus system
• Built-in flash with red-eye reduction
• 10 second self-timer

Reviews (14)

Probably the best point-and-shoot film camera [4 1/2 Stars]
I got this camera two weeks ago as a gift. Almost exactly what I wanted: lightweight and small enough to fit my pocket. The plusses are:
No major flaws, but not recommended.
The 90u is a decent camera. It is very light, but with that being said, it also feels very cheap. The buttons and controls also feel cheap. The camera does what it is supposed to do - just like what any other point and shoot camera would do. However, at this price, I feel there are cameras out there with higher build quality, lens quality, and feel. No major flaws, but not recommended.

Don't buy this camera.
Bought this camera in August /September(for a gift). Didn't use it for a month and a half.Icouldn't get camera to work. Called Canon, wouldn't replace it, kept getting a flashing "H" Got no warranty, Canon said it was a "diaognostic malfunction"No satification at all.Very unhappy about this purchase ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Electronics    2. Cameras   

Editorial Review

The Canon PowerShot A300 offers the entry level solution to digital camera users new to the field. Packed with a host of features and a 3.2 mega pixel CCD sensor, this little camera produces great pictures. Read more

Features

• 3.2 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 8 x 10 prints and medium-quality prints up to 11 x 14
• 5.1x digital zoom
• Up to 3 minutes of video with sound
• Compatible with CompactFlash Type I cards; 16 MB card included
• Powered by 2 AA batteries (alkalines included); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1

Reviews (106)

Please don't buy this!!!!
It might take ok pictures, it might be an entry level camera, but..IT'S CUMBERSOME TO USE AND THE BATTERIES DON'T LAST MORE THAN 15 MINUTES. PLEASE, DON'T BUY THIS PRODUCT....AVOID IT LIKE THE PLAGUE!!!!!!

Don't buy this!!!
Think SUV is a gas guzzler?Well, this camera is WORSE.We knew about its short battery life, but we bought it anyway.If you have to replace batteries after about 20 pictures w/ flash, that is NOT a minor flaw!Had we known just exactly how short the battery life was, we wouldn't have bought this camera.Forget about its user-friendliness.Don't make the same mistake as we did!

Great camera for beginners
This little camera is a great camera for someone who is new to photography. The settings that this little things has is wonderful. You can either run on autopilot and have it do the work for you or you can set the manual settings to your little hearts content. There are a few fun settings that you can add the background startup photo to one that you have taken or youcan add your own sound tot he startup as well. The only downside that I found with this camera is that it is a little fragile and if you drop it you better pray that you can pick i up in one peice. The pictures I took with this are awesome and pleased me until I moved onto bigger and better things, I highly recommend this camera to anyone who would like a cheap camera that has excellent results. ... Read more

Features

• 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
• 2.4x optical zoom; 1.8-inch LCD display
• 9-point AiAF, single point AF, and Face-priority AF, which detects faces and focuses on them
• Stores images on SD cards; powered by Lithium-ion rechargeable battery NB-4L
• Now supports SDHC cards (Secure Digital cards with over 2 GB capacity)

Editorial Review

The SD500 is the first Digital ELPH from Canon to be equipped with 7.1 megapixel resolution -- a major step forward for a camera this easy to use. With Canon's exclusive DIGIC II image processor, a big, two-inch LCD screen, and an outstanding set of features and capabilities, the SD500 is a digital camera designed to lead Canon's impressive Digital ELPH line.Read more

Features

• 7.1 megapixel digital ELPH camera with curved, metallic body
• Large, two-inch LCD screen for easy, on-camera viewing
• DIGIC II image processor for fast processing, crisp colors, and excellent image quality
• USB 2.0 high-speed support for fast downloads and transfers
• Enhanced movie mode with 60 fps recording

Reviews (108)

Do NOT Buy This Camera! It Has No WIDE ANGLE LENS!
If you are interested in digital point and shoot cameras, since Canon discontinued the Power Shot S-80, there are THREE or more digital point and shoot cameras on the market that I know of that have a "true" WIDE ANGLE lens of 28mm or even 23mm! 1) The Panasonic DMC-FX01
EXTREMELY FRAGILE!!!!
I have had this camera for about 3 weeks and initially it worked great. My wife was going to take a photo and dropped the camera about 3 feet onto the carpet. The LCD shows an E18 error and the camera no longer works. Before buying this camera, I highly recommend doing a search on E18 errors to see just how widespread the problem is. If dropping a camera onto the carpet is enough to disable it, it's time to look elsewhere!!!

AWESOME BUY
This camera was one of the top three picks on Consumer Report's special electronics edition. Found the best price on Amazon, camera shipped within a week. It works like a charm !!! ... Read more

Editorial Review

PowerShot Pro 1 gives you the creative performance of a high-end SLR camera with the digital capability and ease of use inherent to the PowerShot line. The camera's 8 Megapixel CCD captures life to the extent that even prints of 8" x 10" or larger are highly detailed and gorgeously colored. Read more

Features

• 8-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 16-by-22-inch enlargements
• Canon 7x optical L-series zoom lens
• 2-inch LCD screen; movie mode; 1.2-inch macro mode; PictBridge compatible
• Store images on Compact Flash Type I or II cards (64 MB card included)
• Powered by Rechargeable lithium ion battery (BP-511A) (included with charger)

Reviews (52)

A GREAT CAMERA, SIMPLY FANTASTIC
I bought this camera used at a consignment shop over a year ago, my second digital camera after losing my Samsung in Mexico. Battery life is great, and the battery charger was with it. The only bad thing I could find was lens cap had no string, and not USB 2.0. Canon's software package was it's usuall fantastic set. Took hundreds of pics with this camera, and resolution was just awesome.
Fantastic Workhorse Of A Camera
I have used several digital camera's in the past including more expensive Digital SLR's but this is by far the easiest to use to obtain fantastic results WITH the ease of point and shoot.
Great Digital Camera
This is a great camera for anyone that realy wants to take a very good, high resolution pix. The zoon lens is also a very good item.
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