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Editors' Rating:
7.8 of 10
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Average User Rating:
9.1 of 10 (2 votes)
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8 |
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7 |
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8 |
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8 |
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9.5 |
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9.0 |
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8.5 |
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9.0 |
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PROS
• Very good image quality.
• Full manual controls.
• Usable ISO 800 shots.
• Good movie modes.
CONS
• Low-res LCD.
• Some redeye problem.
• Long flash-recycle time.
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Includes: PowerShot A540 camera, 2 AA-size Alkaline Battery, MultiMediaCard MMC-16M, Wrist Strap WS-800, USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU, AV Cable AVC-DC300, Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM.
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The Canon PowerShot A540 digital camera was created for entry-level shooters. This comprehensive camera is the replacement to last year's popular PowerShot A520. It has a stylish and conveniently designed body. Using cutting-edge technologies camera offers entire range of scene modes and functions which are peculiar for Canon A-series and it adds several new features to this array. The Canon A540 has 6.0 Megapixel CCD and high-performance 4x optical zoom UA lens to capture every detail more precisely. For more capabilities this camera is equipped with optional wide (0.7x) and telephoto (1.75x) converter lenses to extend the focal length range, for an effective 10x optical zoom. Also Canon A540 digital camera has an oversized 2.5-inch LCD monitor on the rear. It powered by two AA-sized alkaline batteries. And as ever, Canon's A-line camera contains 20 shooting modes for easiest operation and customization while you're taking photos. The camera menu supports 23 languages, including Arabic. Camera accepts SD and MMC memory cards. Because of camera has extra optical zoom it lacks in image stabilizer system. More features you can see below.
Canon PowerShot A540 Major Features:
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4x Zoom Digital Camera featuring 6 effective megapixels. |
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6 effective megapixels for 2,816 x 2,112-pixel images. |
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2.5 inch low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD. |
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4x optical zoom lens, 5.8-23.2mm (equivalent to a 35-140mm lens on a 35mm camera). |
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Digital zoom up to 4x magnification. |
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DIGIC II image processor and iSAPS technology. |
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Advanced TTL AiAF 9-point autofocus system with focus-assist lamp. |
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Adjustable white balance for various light conditions (TTL, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom). |
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Various methods of exposure metering (Evaluative, Center-Weighted, and Spot Metering frame with Spot Mode is fixed to center). |
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Built-in flash Modes: Auto, On/Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro. |
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Adjustable aperture settings from f/2.6 to f/5.5 |
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Adjustable shutter speed settings from 1/2,000 to 15 seconds. |
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ISO sensitivity equivalents: Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, and 800. |
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Scene Modes: Night Snapshot, Kids & Pet, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Underwater |
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Unusual Color Accent and Color Swap features. |
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Photo Effects: Vivid Color, Neutral, Sepia, B&W, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone and Custom Color |
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Continuous Shooting Mode (2.3fps) until memory is full. |
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Three Movie modes with sound (up to 640 x 480 pixels, at up to 30 frames per second). |
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Powered by 2 AA batteries, with optional AC adapter. |
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Images saved to SecureDigital memory cards (16MB card included). |
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USB 2.0 connectivity for PC and Mac. |
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DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) and PictBridge compatibility. |
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Canon A540 User Reviews.
Overall Rating: 9.0 of 10 - Great Little Camera!
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A lightweight, pocket-sized camera with large view screen, but with controls still large enough to operate one-handed with your thumb. Not a professional grade camera but a good family camera. Very good for personal use. I will highly recommend this camera.
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9 |
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9 |
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9 |
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Overall Rating: 9.1 of 10 - Best you can get for $250
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In my opinion, the Canon A540 fits the bill almost perfectly. It's small enough to fit in a coat pocket or small belt case yet uses 2 AA batteries. Overall processing speed is blazingly fast unless you're taking flash pictures (and then you should expect about 4-5 seconds between flashes). Also, the LCD screen does get washed out in the sun, requiring use of the optical viewfinder. But, hey, if that's all that's wrong with this camers, then, it ranks way up there with all the more expensive ones out there. I paid $250. Go for it, you won't be disappointed.
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9 |
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8 |
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