Canon Powershot A460 review favourable

Steve’s Digicams has posted a review of the Canon A460 and comments that the flash is slow to recharge in this model. Many of you won’t really mind that one drawback, because otherwise, it’s a fine digicam.

The PowerShot A460 digital camera features 5.0-megapixels of resolution with a 4x optical zoom lens and a 2.0-inch LCD screen, plus Canon’s famous DIGIC II image processor, which delivers superb image quality, fast performance, and excellent battery life. Additional features include an optical viewfinder and compatibility with MMC, SD and SDHC memory cards. Steve said-

"Bottom line - as we have said with past "A" series models, the PowerShot A460 seems to "set the standard for the entry-level consumer point-n-shoot market". The only negative I found with this camera was the incredibly slow flash recharge time, which is caused by the use of AA batteries. That said, I feel it will make a great choice for someone who is in the market for their first digital model, or one who just wants an inexpensive point-n-shoot. With a street price of US$149 or less, the Canon PoerShot A460 will be a hard one to beat in the affordable consumer category. If you need more resolution and features, be sure to check out the 7-megapixel Powershot A550, which can he had for only about $50 more."

5.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
4x optical zoom; 2.0-inch LCD display
16:9 Widescreen mode for full-screen viewing on widescreen TVs and computer monitors
DIGIC II Image Processor with iSAPS Technology for superior image quality, fast operation, and low power consumption.
Stores images on SD, SDHC, or MMC memory cards (16MB MMC card included); powered by 2 AA-size batteries (2 alkaline batteries included)

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