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Canon PowerShot A620

Reviewed November 2005

Our Opinion

Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 7.1 megapixel

• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities


Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.
9 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
10
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.
9 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
9
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.
9 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.
9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.
10 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.
9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
9 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
9
Total: 9.2 Total: 9.2

Positives

Negatives

  • Excellent image quality.
  • Very good colour rendition.
  • 4X optical zoom.
  • Minimal optical distortion.
  • Fully useable ISO range.
  • No uncompressed format.
  • External connection cover opens up too easily.
  • No diopter correction on viewfinder.

Approximate Retail Price: (December 2005)

Canada $ 520
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion





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