Canon PowerShot A800 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver

Canon PowerShot A800 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver

Brand : Canon
Product family : PowerShot
Product name : A800
Product code : 5027B016
Category : Digital Cameras ✚
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Long product name Canon PowerShot A800 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver :
PowerShot A800 - 1/2.3" CCD, 10MP, DIGIC III, 6.6 – 21.6 mm, TTL, f/3.0 – f/5.8, 3648 x 2736, PictBridge, USB 2.0
Canon PowerShot A800 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver :
You can rely on Canon know-how to take great 10 Megapixel photos with Smart Auto mode. Available in 4 colours, the PowerShot A800 has a lightweight design that is fun and easy to use
- 10.0 Megapixels
- 3.3x optical zoom lens
- 6.2 cm (2.5”) LCD
- Smart Auto mode
- Blur Reduction mode
- Easy to use design
- 16 Shooting modes including FaceSelf-Timer
- DIGIC III
- Long Play Movies
- AA Batteries.

10 Megapixels
A 10.0 Megapixel sensor gives you the detail needed for superb, large-scale prints, or creatively cropping shots to perfection.

3.3x optical zoom lens
The 3.3x optical zoom lens is designed and manufactured by Canon to the high standards found throughout the Canon photographic range. In combination with digital zoom, magnification of up to 13x can be achieved.

6.2 cm (2.5”) LCD
Large size makes viewing captured images and sharing photos with friends a pleasure.

Smart Auto mode
With Smart Auto, you can take great photos with just the press of a button. The camera automatically selects the most appropriate scene from a possible 19 and applies the best settings for a perfect picture.

Blur Reduction Mode
When shooting subjects in motion or in low light where blur could easily occur, Blur Reduction mode works to ensure clear results free from blur

Easy to use design
A casual and easy to use design means you can truly use this camera anywhere, for any occasion. The colour variations of the PowerShot A800 and easy to use large buttons will appeal to all ages.

16 Shooting modes including FaceSelf-Timer
It’s easy to be creative with the PowerShot A800 thanks to 16 shooting modes while FaceSelf-Timer making it easy for group shots where you want to be included. Shoot with confidence using Smart Auto or experiment with creative modes such as Super Vivid and Poster Effect.

DIGIC III
As well as powering intelligent camera technologies such as Smart Auto and Face Detection, The DIGIC III processor ensures quick response, high image quality, and accurate colour reproduction.

Long Play Movies
Long Play (LP) movies enable longer recording times - taking up half the storage space,

AA Batteries
For ultimate convenience, the PowerShot A800 uses two AA batteries which are widely available all over the world.
Short summary description Canon PowerShot A800 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver :
Canon PowerShot A800, 10 MP, 3648 x 2736 pixels, 1/2.3", CCD, 3.3x, Silver
Long summary description Canon PowerShot A800 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver :
Canon PowerShot A800. Camera type: Compact camera, Megapixel (approx.): 10 MP, Image sensor size: 1/2.3", Sensor type: CCD, Maximum image resolution: 3648 x 2736 pixels. Optical zoom: 3.3x, Digital zoom: 4x, Focal length range: 6.6 - 21.6 mm. Maximum video resolution: 640 x 480 pixels. Display diagonal: 6.35 cm (2.5"). PictBridge. Weight: 186 g. Product colour: Silver

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Specs

Picture quality
Image sensor size	1/2.3"
Camera type	Compact camera
Megapixel (approx.)	10 MP
Sensor type	CCD
Maximum image resolution	3648 x 2736 pixels
Image stabilizer

Lens system
Optical zoom	3.3x
Digital zoom	4x
Focal length range	6.6 - 21.6 mm
Lens structure (elements/groups)	7/6
Combined zoom	13x
Filter	y
Number of aspheric elements	1

Focusing
Focus	TTL
Focus adjustment	Auto
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Closest focusing distance	0.01 m
Auto Focus (AF) lock
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam

Exposure
ISO sensitivity	100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Spot

Flash
Flash modes	Auto, Flash off, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash exposure lock
Flash range (wide)	0.3 - 3 m
Flash range (tele)	0.3 - 2 m

Video
Video recording
Maximum video resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Video formats supported	AVI

Memory
Compatible memory cards	MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC

Display
Display	LCD
Touchscreen
Display diagonal	6.35 cm (2.5")
Display resolution (numeric)	115000 pixels
Field of view	100%

Ports & interfaces
I/O ports	1x USB Mini-B 1x A/- out (PAL/NTSC)
PictBridge
USB version	2.0

Camera
White balance	Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Scene modes	Beach, Candlelight, Children, Fireworks, Portrait, Self-portrait, Snow, Sunset
Photo effects	Vivid
Camera playback	Movie, Single image
Playback zoom (max)	2x
Histogram
Image editing	Resizing
Image processor	DIGIC III iSAPS

Design
Product colour	Silver

Battery
Battery technology	Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)
Battery life (CIPA standard)	300 shots
Battery life (max)	11 h
Battery type	AA
Number of batteries supported	2

System requirements
Mac compatibility

Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90%

Weight & dimensions
Width	94.3 mm
Depth	31.2 mm
Height	61.6 mm
Weight	186 g

Packaging content
Bundled software	ZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser PhotoStitch

Other features
Video capability
Interface	USB 2.0, A/V-out
Data compression	Fine, Norm
Built-in flash
Camera shutter speed	1 - 1/2000 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	37 - 122 mm
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7/ Vista SP1-2/ XP SP3 Mac OS X v10.5 – 10.6
Digital SLR

Distributors

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Reviews

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:14

Average rating:68

Uk has collected 28 expert reviews for Canon PowerShot A800 1/2.3" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver and the average expert rating is 68 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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computeractive.co.uk

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2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:80

For photographers on a budget, there are plenty of compact cameras available at the lower end of the market but few are any good.Cheaply made lenses, poor construction and sub-standard image quality are common, and it's often hard to tell whether you'r...

Good picture quality for a camera of its price; good value; very easy to use...
Functional design; no rechargeable battery included; not many options or features...
With decent performance at a rock-bottom price, the A800 is several notches above most other similarly priced cameras...

pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:60

At one time all digital cameras were made this way. Fashioned obviously from plastic with a blue-grey hue and power coming courtesy of two bog standard AA batteries, they were viewed as PC peripherals rather than the lifestyle accessories of today. Up...

Easy to use point and shooter, inexpensive...
Bulkier and less style-orientated than your average pocket camera, obviously plastic build, no HD video or HDMI output, memory card costs extra...
For those with between £60 and £80 to spend on a snapshot camera for the kids or the mother-in-law, the A800 offers fair value for money, an easy to use feature set and fair results. For what’s being asked here it’s hard to grumble about what’s been le...

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itreviews.com

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2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:80

Bulkier than most digital compact cameras and with a child-proof look about it, Canon's new PowerShot A800 is aimed at handbag amateurs and folk who are purely interested in cheap digital photography. The good news is that it meets that brief with apl...

Batterypowered; easy to operate; reliable pictures...
Too big for a shirt pocket; some blur; poor video.
Although the A800's list price is a touch optimistic - we're sure it will be hugely discounted soon - Canon's latest will be a welcome addition to the shortlist for those on a budget. An increasingly rare thing even in the budget market, this back-to-b...

techradar.com

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2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:80

For Canon, the PowerShot A800 is as basic as it gets. The A800 is Canon's entry-level compact camera, and as you'd expect for 60 quid, it's a no-frills affair.No-frills doesn't necessarily mean dumbed-down, however, and there's actually quite a lot to lik...

Easy to use Reliable Smart Auto mode Longer battery life...
Dumpy, lardy looks No HD video recording Some Scene Modes a tad pointless...
7. PowerShot A800: Specification list...

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gadgetspeak.com

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2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:80

This is another from the range of small pocket cameras produced by Canon. The Ixus range normally has solid batteries and the PowerShot range – as with this – normally are controlled by ‘AA’ batteries to power the unit...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:80

Canon isn't one to cut corners with its cameras, but it has trimmed the A800 down to its absolute bare essentials. The plastic, bulbous body is designed to accommodate two AA batteries (with rechargeables sold separately), the lens is a simple 3.3x zoo...

Features and performance are in line with the rock-bottom price, but it punches above its weight for image quality...

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digicambuyer.co.uk

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:14

Average rating:60

One of Canon’s most inexpensive compacts, the PowerShot A800 has an RRP of a fantastic £79. At such at reasonable price, we had to put it to the test to see if it could uphold the manufacturer’s great reputation for quality. The A800 is powered by two...

A great budget camera capable of shooting images to a good standard, the A800 will suit first-time photographers looking for a simple, easy-to-use compactOverall Our provides the latest photography news, reviews, previews, features and tecniques. Alt...

Cameras.co.uk

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:14

Average rating:80

The Canon Powershot A800 is a fairly typical entry level digital camera. It has 10 megapixels and a 3.3x optical zoom lens. You should find this camera easy enough to use. There are four different coloured versions available. These are black, silver...

There is a lot to like about the Canon Powershot A800, but there are some clear weaknesses too. Whether or not this camera is right for you will depend partly on how troublesome shutter lag is to you and whether or not you would like a larger, clearer...

whatdigitalcamera.com

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:85

With such a low price tag you could forgive the A800 for scrimping on features, although at first glance this isn't necessarily the case. The model features a 3.3x optical zoom, covering a focal range of 37-122mm, as well as a 10MP CCD sensor. Canon's...

Extremely low price tag, good performance, impressive image quality...
Substandard LCD screen, slightly limited specification...

about.com

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2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:30

With sub-$100 cameras, you expect some drawbacks. That's why they are priced where they are. The Canon PowerShot A800 definitely has some drawbacks, primarily that its autofocus and response times are very slow. Shot to shot delays are especially bothe...

Inexpensive camera, Completely automatic, very easy to use, Uses AA batteries, which is handy when traveling, Autofocus is sharp most of the time...
A800 has slow response times, even for a budgetpriced camera, Colors seem to be dull, especially with indoor photos, Camera body seems a bit chunky, Zoom lens creates some noise and moves in a jerky motion, Autofocus is slow, especially in low light, so you'll want to prefocus by pressing shutter halfway...

techreviewsource.com

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:60

3.00 At $89.99 (list) the 10-megapixel PowerShot A800 is the least-expensive Canon sells. Unsurprisingly, this pocket shooter lacks in features, but it covers the basics, and there's something to be said for its simple experience. It also deliver...

Inexpensive under$100 price. Sharp photos. Simple to operate...
Lacks optical image stabilization. No highdef video capture. Lowresolution LCD.

pcmag.com

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:13

Average rating:60

At $89.99 (list) the 10-megapixel PowerShot A800 is the least-expensive digital camera Canon sells. Unsurprisingly, this pocket shooter lacks in features, but it covers the basics, and there's something to be said for its simple experience. It also del...

Inexpensive under-$100 price. Sharp photos. Simple to operate.
Lacks optical image stabilization. No high-def video capture. Low-resolution LCD.
This pocket camera comes with compromises, but a $90 price tag and dead-simple operation help balance the Canon PowerShot A800's lack of optical image stabilization and HD-video capture. Buy it now...

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photographyblog.com

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:14

Average rating:80

The Canon PowerShot A800 is the cheapest model in Canon's extensive range of compacts, with a street price of just £70 / $80. This doesn't mean that the A800 is not worth a look, though, with a sensible spec of a 10 megapixel sensor, 3.3x zoom and 2.5...

Apart from a few new shooting modes and a questionable cosmetic overhaul that actually makes the camera slightly more difficult to use, it's difficult to see just what Canon have added to the new Powershot A800 to justify its release. The biggest impr...

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cameralabs.com

Updated:
2013-06-29 01:16:14

Average rating:83

The Canon PowerShot A800 is a budget compact with a 10 Megapixel sensor, 3.3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. Announced in January 2011, it is the cheapest and most basic PowerShot money can buy. It replaces the A490 / A495 launched a ye...

Excellent image quality, Sturdy build quality, Long life from 2 x AA batteries, Blur Reduction Scene mode.
No image stabilisation, Limited 37mm wide angle, No menu Hints and Tips, No AV cable for TV viewing.
Canon PowerShot A800 verdict The Canon PowerShot A800 is a 10 Megapixel budget compact with a 3.3x optical zoom lens starting at 37mm (equivalent) and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. It's the entry level A-Series PowerShot, replacing the A490 and A495 which...

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