- 7-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints.
- 2.0-inch vari-angle LCD display; 4x optical zoom.
- Shoot high-quality movies at up to 60 frames per second.
- DIG!C II Image Processor for faster processing, vibrant colors, and excellent image quality.
- 20 shooting modes including My Color settings for customization while shooting.
From the Manufacturer
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With 7.1 megapixels, the A620 incorporates a host of
high-end features normally reserved for G-series Powers. The
DIGIC II processor drives a fast, responsive performance, and--in
combination with the camera's 4x optical zoom lenses--delivers
superior image quality. A wide range of manual, automatic, and
special scene modes offer flexibility, creative control, and
simplicity when required.
The camera also features a 2.0-inch vari-angle LCD, My Colors,
and a macro mode that allows photographers to get as close as 1
centimeter. VGA movies at 30 frames per second can be created. A
complete range of optional accessories, including wide and
tele-converters and waterproof case, extends shooting
flexibility. (Accessories not included--must be purchased
separately.) A comprehensive software suite is provided as
standard. The A620 is equipped with a Print/Share button,
PictBridge printing, as well as ID Photo Print and Movie Print.
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connections provide for high-speed transfer of
image data.
Improved resolution, zoom, and image quality
Replacing the popular Power A95 (
/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002OD3JY/%24%7B0%7D ), the new camera has
been given a serious performance boost. The A620 features a
7.1-megapixel CCD sensor, delivering image quality suitable for
detailed photo-quality prints up to 15 x 20 inches and allowing
substantial cropping without loss of print quality.
The precision Canon zoom lens in this new camera follows the
design and construction of G-series lenses, with eight elements
in seven groups, and incorporating two aspherical elements. The
upgrade to a 4x optical zoom provides a 35-140mm focal length
(35mm equivalent). With a maximum aperture range of f2.8 (W) to
f4.1 (T), the lens is impressively bright at the telephoto end.
In addition, focusing performance in low light has improved by up
to 2 stops, resulting in greater freedom when shooting in dim
conditions.
The lenses' spectral characteristics have been optimized
specifically for the configuration of the lens and sensor,
providing accurate colors and significantly reducing the
chromatic aberrations (such as purple fringing) often found with
lower quality lenses.
Advanced processing and focusing
The addition of Canon's advanced DIGIC II image processor
results in a faster and more responsive camera that delivers
improved image quality. Focusing time has been cut by around 60%,
and shutter lag is negligible at no more than 0.1 seconds. Smooth
continuous shooting is now available at approximately 1.9 frames
per second. With DIGIC II's superior assessment of white balance,
color rendition accuracy is increased.
The new Power still features Canon's 9-point AiAF for fast,
accurate focusing even when subjects are not centerd. FlexiZone
AF/AE allows free scrolling anywhere within the frame's auto
focus area to select the desired subject, for which exposure is
weighted accordingly. Manual focus selection is also available.
Increased versatility
A larger 2.0-inch vari-angle LCD offers users great versatility
in composing s from awkward angles, such as from ground or
waist level, above the head, and when shooting self portraits.
The selectable grid line display helps with composition and
levelling horizons.
The A620 incorporates a total of 20 shooting modes, including
full Manual mode, a Custom mode for allocating preferred shooting
settings, and a shutter speed priority mode, with shutter speeds
ranging from 15 seconds to 1/2500 second. Eight scene modes--such
as Night Snap, Snow, and Underwater--maximize results in a
variety of shooting situations. The Stitch Assist mode
facilitates shooting pictures for panoramas, which can be joined
together easily with the supplied PhotoStitch software. My
Colors--located on the mode dial--allows the expansion of
creativity in digital photography. Special effects, such as Color
Swap or Custom Color, which allows users to select their
preferred color balance for any given , can be performed
in-camera and viewed on the LCD while shooting stills and movies.
These effects could previously only be achieved using PC software
after shooting.
High-quality movies are selectable from VGA (30/15 frames per
second), QVGA (30/15 frames per second), Fast Frame Rate (for
slow motion replays in camera), and Compact Mode (for clips that
are ideal for e-mailing).
Advanced printing
When used in combination with Canon's new Compact Photo Printer
Selphy CP510 and Canon's Ink and Paper Set (KP-108IP), prints can
be produced very inexpensively. Printing via Selphy CP Compact
Photo Printers also allows the user to print handy ID photo
prints and movie prints.
When connected to the latest range of PictBridge compatible
PIXMA printers, image enhancement is possible with functions such
as Noise Reduction and Vivid Photo, as well as the new Face
Brightener feature. Also new is Captured Info print, which prints
shooting data such as shutter speed, aperture and shooting mode
within the photo border.
Printing images without having to connect to a PC is kept simple
with the Print/Share button, which also acts as an easy upload
button for Windows XP and Mac OS X.
Comprehensive software
The new cameras come bundled with a comprehensive software
suite, including Canon's browsing and printing software
ZoomBrowser EX 5.5 (Windows) and ImageBrowser 5.5 (Mac), easy
printing software PhotoRecord 2.2 and PhotoStitch 3.1 for
creating stunning panoramas. Also included is the photo
manipulation software, ArcSoft PhotoStudio.
Purchasers of the cameras are eligible for membership of Canon
iMAGE Gateway , which offers 100 MB of online space for uploading
and sharing images, and supports My Camera, which allows users to
further customise their camera settings.
Supported operating systems are Windows 98 (SE), Me, 2000 (SP4),
XP (SP1/2) and Mac OS X v10.2-v10.3. The cameras support PTP for
driverless transfer to supported Windows XP or Mac OS X.
What's in the box
Power A620 body, four AA-size Alkaline batteries, 32 MB SD
memory card SDC-32M, wrist strap WS-200, Digital Camera Solution
CD-ROM, USB interface cable IFC-400PCU, audio-video cable
AVC-DC300