Canon PowerShot A580 8MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom | List Price: $149.99 Discount Price: $109.00

| Brand: Canon Binding: Electronics Release Date: 2008-02-10
Features: - 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16x 22-inch prints
- 4x optical zoom
- 2.5-inch LCD screen; Face Detection
- New Easy Mode simplifies operation
- Captures images to SD memory cards (included); powered by AA batteries
Great value in a small package [Posted on 2008-08-31] The Canon PowerShot A580 was exactly what I wanted: a small camera that would fit on a belt in a case or around the neck, one with an actual optical viewfinder in addition to the LCD screen, decent optical zoom (4X), a brand with a good reputation, and good value for the money (about USD $150). This camera has all of these features.
Because I have used Canon cameras in the past, the dials and buttons are almost intuitive now although there are some differences which were easy to learn. Adjusting for light variation in the shot (light background and dark foreground) was difficult to do quickly. Fortunately, one can easily make adjustments on the computer using Adobe Photo Shop (the less expensive version). I would recommend a larger SD memory card than the one provided or the maximum available through Canon (512MB.
While I prefer my Canon Digital Rebel SLR camera for overseas travel, this A580 is perfect for city shots, candids of friends or family, and as a backup camera. I would recommend this camera without hesitation.
A580 [Posted on 2008-09-07] excellent product. i have one at work for technical work,and was so impressed I bought one for home
Buy one! [Posted on 2008-09-22] We recently returned from a month long trip, my wife has a Canon A540 and I was using a Sony DSC700. There is no comparison in the quality of photo's between the two cameras...we both shot several hundred photo's...the Canon photo's won hands down! So I purchased a new Canon A580 and we both love it. Plus now the the SD cards can be used in either one...Sony uses a proprietary duo-card....Canons for us from here on out.
great little camera [Posted on 2008-09-23] Easy to use, great pictures. Wish it came with carry case to protect it though
Great quality. [Posted on 2008-09-30] I did a little research before buying a camera and when I saw the sample photos and videos shot with the A580 I didn't look further. This was all I needed. The photos are all clear and huge. I took a shot in complete darkness and it came out like I shot it at daylight. I really can't find a flaw to this camera. Even the price is excellent. One of the best things I ever bought.
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