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Canon A590 IS Digital Cameras

Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera

The PowerShot A590 IS will astound you with its power-packed performance and impressive value. It's got 8.0-megapixels, a 4x optical zoom,... Read More
The PowerShot A590 IS will astound you with its power-packed performance and impressive value. It's got 8.0-megapixels, a 4x optical zoom, an Optical Image Stabilizer and a large 2.5-inch LCD. A range of shooting modes - from manual to automatic including Canon's Easy Mode - make picture-taking carefree. A DIGIC III Image Processor with Enhanced Canon Face Detection assures natural-looking results, while Motion Detection Technology reduces blur. For added creativity, attach wide or telephoto converter lenses. Minimize

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Manufacturer: Canon
Product MPN
MPN PSA590IS
Key Features
Camera Type   What is "Camera Type"? Standard Point and Shoot
Resolution   What is "Resolution"? 8.3 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size 2.5 in.
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 4x
Digital Zoom 4x
Weight 0.18 kg
Lens
Interchangeable Lens   What is "Interchangeable Lens"? Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 4x
35mm Zoom Lens 35 - 140 mm
Focus Type Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focus Range 17.72 in. to Infinity (w)
Macro Focus Range   What is "Macro Focus Range"? 2 - 18 in. (w) / 12 - 18 in. (t)
Focal Length   What is "Focal Length"? 5.8 - 23.2 mm
Image Quality
Image Sensor Type CCD
Camera Resolution   What is "Camera Resolution"? 8.3 Megapixel
Image Resolutions   What is "Image Resolutions"? 640 x 480 • 3264 x 2448 • 2592 x 1944 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 3264 x 1832
Video
Video Resolutions   What is "Video Resolutions"? 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
Video Speed 30 fps
Max Movie Length Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
Video Format AVI • Motion JPEG
Exposure Control
Aperture Range   What is "Aperture Range"? f2.6/f5.5 (w/t)
Shutter Speed   What is "Shutter Speed"? 15 - 1/2000 sec
White Balance   What is "White Balance"? Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset)
Frames Per Second 1.4 Frames
Storage
Memory Type   What is "Memory Type"? Multimedia Card • SD Card • SDHC Card
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Normal
Compression Type   What is "Compression Type"? JPEG • EXIF 2.2 • DPOF 1.1
Flash
ISO Speeds   What is "ISO Speeds"? Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 80
Flash Type Built-In
Flash Functions   What is "Flash Functions"? Flash Off • Auto Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Viewfinder / Display
Viewfinder   What is "Viewfinder"? Optical
LCD Screen   What is "LCD Screen"? With LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution 115,000 pixels
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Interfaces
Interface Type   What is "Interface Type"? USB 2.0
Video Interface Video Out
Power Supply
Battery Type 2 x AA Batteries
Battery Life 220 Images
Included Features
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker With Built-in Speaker
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount
Dimensions
Height 6.5 cm
Width 9.4 cm
Depth 4.1 cm
Weight 0.18 kg
Warranty
Warranty 1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line Canon PowerShot
Included Accessories 2 x AA Batteries • Software • USB Cable • Strap • AV Cable
UPC 718122187928
Release Date March, 2008
Review Summary
25 Reviews from Epinions.com and Shopping.com
Overall Rating: 4.5/5 stars  
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By: skq89
Sep 21, 2009

Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Manual control, RAW compatible with CHDSK

Cons: Very close up photography requires tripod


By: amandanoone
Jul 7, 2009

Value for money

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

Pros: Light, various seetings for easy use

Cons: if you want excellent quality photos you need to spend a bit more


By: jonwes
Sep 11, 2008

PowerShot A590 - Delivers As Promised!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Excellent Image Quality, Battery Life, DIGIC III Image Processor, Face Detection, AA Batteries

Cons: Flash Recharge Time Could Be Improved

Bottom Line:
Excellent digicam choice with image quality and features that are difficult to beat in this price range.  It's hard not to recommend a great product offering like this. Read More


By: lukv
Aug 19, 2008

wealth of features at a bargain price

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: great image quality, excellent color rendition, easy to use, uses AA batteries

Cons: choppy fps in video mode, low resolution screen, no panorama assist

Bottom Line:
I'd recommended this camera because of its great value, features, and ease of use. Read More


By: davebenham
Jul 23, 2008

Superb mid level camera

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Versatile unit with lots of bells and whistles for the price

Cons: Bulky, flash recycle times a bit long

Bottom Line:
Great point-and-shoot and simple to use but also gives the option to control nearly every advanced feature if desired. Read More


By: woodchopper82
Apr 22, 2008

A variety of features for the beginner or advanced user!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Tons of settings, great pics, videos, large LCD monitor

Cons: Some settings for advanced users

Bottom Line:
A great camera for casual users or for folks looking for more advanced settings. I recommend it! Read More


By: nvhokie
Oct 31, 2008

Canon Power Shot A590-Great Camera for price!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: AA batteries, long battery life, many useful settings and options.

Cons: Long camera lag, especially with flash.

Bottom Line:
Highly recommend this camer.  It is very easy to use.  It has great settings for the beginner photographer.  It takes great pictures in different settings and light. Read More


By: cnico88
Jun 2, 2008

Simply the best point and shoot money can buy!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: manual features, image stabilizer, face detection, motion sensor

Cons: the flash recycle time is a little bit on the slow side

Bottom Line:
Buy it! You will not regret it! Read More


By: ufischer
Dec 21, 2008

Fabulous !!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: Incredible shots almost regardless of external conditions

Cons: none whatsoever.

Bottom Line:
This is an incredible value.  Buy one for each of your family members!  :) Read More


By: t8r29
Aug 4, 2008

Great camera for a beginner

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: easy to use, night shot, large display window

Cons: uses AA batteries, upgrade to rechargeable batteries

Bottom Line:
I would recommend this to anyone, whether you are a beginner or an advanced user. Very easy to use! Read More


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