Canon Powershot A495 Review

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In the beginning the features are sort of perplexing when you migrate from a film camera to a digital one. Buying an elementary and easily operated model as your first digital camera will help to prevent potential difficulties. You can get a digital camera of any complexity you want, from easy to operate right up to the very complex models with video capability.

It might be a little hard learning to use a digital camera if what you are familiar with is a film camera with simple features. There is more to it than point and click; first of all you will need to set the focus, aided by the picture you get on the screen which shows the effect of any changes you make. A sleek look with soft edges, combined with simplicity of operation, make the Canon Powershot A495 appealing to the beginner. The compact sophistication makes it just right for those who are looking for convenience, but style as well. It is a snap to take your picture with dazzling color with the 3.3x optical zoom, along with 10.0-mexapixel resolution. All the detail is clear and accurate with the DIGIC III Image Processor.

The screen image is bright and bold with a 2.5 inch LED, which makes for pleasant picture taking and image playback. You also have three different colors you can pick from. The PowerShot A495, which is a quite inexpensive camera, can be used for taking those sudden pictures with convenience by carrying it in a bag. It is a basic camera from a reputable company. Obviously, you get what you pay for, so you must realize that you won't get what a thousand dollar camera would give you. You can use it with ease right out of the box, and the more so if you have some experience with cameras. If you're a new user, you should read up on all of the features of the PowerShot A495 in the manual.

The PowerShot A495 should last long, being made of sturdy plastic. The PowerShot A495 is larger than the cameras, which are ultra-compact, thus is not as easy to drop. The photographs the PowerShot A495 takes are actually good, even the close-up shots. The PowerShot A495 comes with software that lets you upload videos, with sound, to YouTube, immediately after having recorded them. The phote editing software program, ZoomBrozer, is excellent. One of the few downsides is that after shooting a pic, it takes a while to recharge. It is even worse when you use the flash, but for a camera that uses two AA batteries, that is normal. The Canon PowerShot A495 has no optical image stabilization, but that is typical with this price range of camera, and the same with no optical viewfinder.

Even though the LED screen is plenty big, the resolution isn't superb, but the pictures downloaded on the computer look a lot better. For the cost, the Canon PowerShot A495 is a very good beginner's camera. The slowness of the recharge after taking a photo is the worst of the drawbacks.

Canon PowerShot A495 10.0 MP Digital Camera with 3.3x Optical Zoom and 2.5-Inch LCD (Silver)

Canon Powershot A495 - Product Features and Technical Details

* 10.0 megapixels and 3.3x optical zoom make picture taking a snap
* Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 18 predefined shooting situations; new scene modes deliver more creative freedom
* Large, clear 2.5-inch LCD
* AA battery power enables you to easily power up on the go
* Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details

Brand Name : Canon
Model : A495 Silver
Optical Sensor Resolution: 10 MP
Optical zoom : 3.3 x
Display Size : 2.5 inches
Width : 3.6 inches
Height : 2.4 inches
Weight : 4.94 pounds

Canon Powershot A495 - Product Description

From the Manufacturer

With its streamlined silhouette and smoothly curved edges, the Canon PowerShot A495 has the compact sophistication and relaxed simplicity that make it a natural for beginners and everyone else who craves style and convenience. The 10.0-megapixel resolution and 3.3x optical zoom make it easy to capture the action in dazzling color and brilliant detail. The DIGIC III Image Processor keeps it all looking sharp. To help you make the most of your creativity, new Scene Modes make your photographs standout. A bright, bold 2.5-inch LCD makes shooting and playback a genuine pleasure. Plus, choose from any of three dazzling colors.

Canon PowerShot A495 Highlights

Easy to use, powerful A-Series camera has 10.0 megapixels and 3.3x optical zoom
With the PowerShot A495, dramatic, personal pictures have never been easier to shoot and share. This 10.0-megapixel camera lets you create impressive large photos of family and friends you'll be proud to display. The high-resolution images taken by the PowerShot A495 can be enlarged up to 13 x 19 inches.

The PowerShot A495 has a 3.3x optical zoom lens (35mm film equivalent 37-122mm) that let you capture up-close and memorable images.

Smart AUTO will do the work for you by intelligently selecting the proper settings
Just set the Canon PowerShot A495 to Smart AUTO and you're ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture-taking every time. It's a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject knowing that the camera has the technical details covered. Advanced Canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions. Then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from 18 specially defined settings. So whether you're photographing flowers, a captivating sunset, or your friends at the park, you can be confident that you're getting dramatic, memorable images.

New Scene Modes deliver more creative freedom
The Canon PowerShot A495 gives you even more creative freedom by including new modes made to get the kind of images people talk about. Super Vivid captures the colors you see with your mind's eye, saturating the scene with intense colors. Turn drab scenes into exciting compositions, when dull pinks blaze into brilliant fuchsia and off-yellows suddenly burn bright and hot. Even dark colors become richer with Super Vivid. Sunsets and floral scenes turn into bursts of color, and get your photo noticed.

Poster Effect combines several similar shades into one color, turning subtle gradations of color into eye-catching, scene-popping contrasts across your image for a unique artistic look.

Large, clear 2.5-inch LCD
The PowerShot A495's 2.5-inch LCD screen gives you the big picture, whether you're shooting, reviewing or showing off your images. This high-resolution screen offers a crisp, clear and bright picture. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light.

Product Description
Canon PowerShot A495 10 Megapixel Compact Camera - 6.60 mm-21.60 mm - Silver A495PWRSHOT Digital Cameras

Canon Powershot A495 - User Comments

"Program mode lets you change some settings like exposure compensation, ISO, continuous shooting, metering mode, etc."

"Simple, easy to use, feels good in the hands and it does take great pictures."

"LCD screen works quite well even in bright sun."

Canon Powershot A495 - Cons:

"Recharging time after taking a picture is unacceptably slow, and even worse if using the flash..."

"The camera does not have optical image stabilization."

"No memory card included with this camera..."

Canon PowerShot A495 10.0 MP Digital Camera with 3.3x Optical Zoom and 2.5-Inch LCD (Silver)

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