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I've been using a bigger size digital with a zoom lens attached, and I wanted a small camera that I could just throw in my purse. I didn't expect the quality of the photos to be as good as they are. I never thought I would use the video feature, but the other day when we had a little snow flurry (it never snows here), I turned on the video feature when driving down the road (my husband was doing the driving, I was using the camera) and caught a great video of the biggest snowflakes I have ever seen and it was beautiful! This Canon is so much fun!!

Also great valve with being just over $100!!!


We also wanted a camera that ran on standard batteries if necessary. Our old camera ran on a rechargable lithium-ion, but when we went on vacation this summer my wife forgot to pack the charger. We burned through the battery in the first 2 days and had to resort to disposable cameras for the remainder of our trip.
After reading a number of reviews and hearing a few people mention their happiness, it was clear we wanted a Canon. Canon makes 2 different lines of "point-n-shoot" cameras, the SD line and A. Both received high reviews and we could have gone either way. I decided to purchase the A610 because it appeared to be a sweet spot for the number of megapixels (8), optical zoom (4x) and price. We took it on vacation over the holidays and took a number of quality shots, ranging from close-up portraits to large scene landscapes. I used the PhotoStitch feature to grab 5 shots of the desert landscape around Scottsdale, AZ and used the included software to tie it together into a great-looking wide angle shot. I hope to get the photo printed professionally because it came out too large for my home photo printer. I also liked how the LCD screen automatically rotates when shooting in landscape or portrait mode. The controls were very intuitive and easy to use. The standard SD card slot is a plus as my laptop also accepts SD, thereby allowing me to use my laptop as a transfer device and not require carrying multiple cards. A 1GB disk is certainly big enough for 1 day of photos, and if it is full, I can easily empty it onto my laptop.
All in all, the Canon A610 is a great looking, feeling and photo-producing camera.

UPDATE 11 Feb 2007
I have to apologize for an error, and admit that due to ignorance I confused the Metering settings with the Auto Focus Settings. I received an email reply from Canon indicating how to fix my problem. Here it goes: "...Please disable AiAF by pressing MENU, going to the RECORD tab, selecting AiAF and selecting OFF. This will allow you to only use the center focus point."
In short, I was mistaken, and now I wish I had not returned the camera. But then again, I get another chance to catch another sale! Sorry if I confused anyone out there! Good luck!







"Camera Window" software (for Windows and Macs). But I have a Mac - perhaps there's some problem with the for-Windows version.
After 4 months, I purchased a "virtual twin" A610 (6 megapixel instead of 7.1) for my daughter - her first digital camera. We've both been very pleased at the quality of pictures and the ease of getting good photographic results. I took very good care of my camera, I loved it so much!
Cons: excellent battery life with NiMha rechargeables, 3072 x 2304 image size produces excellent poster sized prints (and down to wallet size). Amazing macro focus - can produce pictures of honey bees which appear to be the size of chickens.
Drawbacks were minor: only 4x zoom and the flash is a bit small (but causes little red eye and that easily corrected). And - all digital point & shoot cameras seem too vulnerable to rain, a common condition in most climates. Putting them in an expensive waterproof case reduces portability and hampers picture taking and functions like the microphone. (Otherwise - videos have almost startling sound quality from the tiny, built-in design mic.)
Until, that is, my A620 suddenly gave out a loud scream and displayed "E18" on the LCD viewscreen. The lens barrel had jammed when I turned the camera on; this caused the drive motor to strip the gears which extend and retract the lens barrel. This happened after 3,000 pics, a few dozen (very good) video clips and 7 months and 7 days of frequent (trouble free) use. I had "thought" I'd heard some tell-tale gear noises before the breakdown, but the sound difference was slight and I thought I might be imagining it.
Investigation on the web revealed this problem (known as the E18 error) has been around long enough that a class action suit has been filed against Canon because of it. Right now, I've sent in my camera to Canon and I'm waiting to hear from them. They have a very good "support" web page and responded within a few hours via email, giving detailed instructions for returning the camera and what to expect in terms of waiting period, etc.
Would I buy another Canon PowerShot? Yes - within hours of the breakdown, I had researched their PowerShot S3-1S, 6 megapixel and picked one up locally. The S3 is a definite upgrade from the A620: 12 x zoom, great "image stabilizer" and much sturdier construction (along with another 8 oz weight).
I plan to continue using the A620 once its repaired because its handy to carry around (I use a belt-mounted carrying case). But though I believe the A6*0 series is a lemon, Canon produces many fine models besides those. I'm just sorry I bought my daughter the "little brother" (A610) because now we know it is likely to breakdown too.





1. Good price.
2. Uses AA batteries, so you aren't stuck with expensive proprietary batteries and you can always find replacements. I use rechargable NiMH and they last a long time (deplete faster if you use the screen and flash).
3. Uses low-cost SD card. Sony and Fuji use higher cost Memory Stick or XD. I use 2GB Kingston cards, which cost about $40 each. Holds over 1000 photos at max resolution.
4. The screen on the back is the right size. The later models have a bigger screen, but you lose the space in the button area. This model has a good combination of a readable screen and buttons that you can push wearing gloves.
5. 4X optical zoom is a plus.
6. Comfortable grip. One hand only works fine.
All these small cameras have weak flashes. Don't expect more than about a twelve foot range. For low light shooting, I set to multiple shot mode at 1 second increments. Then it shoots itself with no wobbling from the finger pushing the button.
5MP max resolution will get you great 10x12 prints, and decent larger prints. Anything smaller is excellent.
This camera takes great outdoor pics, with good color and resolution. I don't have to do much (if any) photoshopping on those.
The included shooting modes are useful. I use night a lot and it improves the photos.
The little Canon carry case is well worth the $10. The camera fits right in and is well protected.
My daughter has had the older A510 at college and it has worked great for her as well.







I was delighted with the camera. I used the SCN feature for the first time and was pleased with the results. Good value for the money, easy to use. This is my third PowerShot camera
