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Canon PowerShot A10 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Canon PowerShot A10 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Canon PowerShot A10 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Canon PowerShot A10 manual and always important Canon PowerShot A10 lens which makes the Canon PowerShot A10 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Canon PowerShot A10 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Canon PowerShot A10 kit or bundle, is the Canon PowerShot A10 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Canon PowerShot A10 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Canon PowerShot A10 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
A10 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$399.00 |
| Street Price |
$199.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-04-15 |
| Date Available |
2001-06-30 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Weight |
250 g
8.7 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
110 x 71 x 38 mm
4.3 x 2.8 x 1.5 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
1280x960, 1024x768, 640x480 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
1.32 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/2.7" |
| Movie Audio |
No |
| Quality Levels |
3 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
35 - 105 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
TTL 3 point AiAF |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
| Manual Focus |
No |
| Normal Focus Range |
76 cm to Infinity
31.0 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
16 - 76 cm
6.5 - 31.0 in |
| Min Macro Area |
163 x 122 mm
6.4 x 4.8 in |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.8 |
| Aperture Range Description |
F2.8 (wide) / 4.8 (tele) - ??? |
| Lens Thread Type |
Body Threads w/ adapter |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real-image optical zoom |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
78% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD VF Accuracy |
99% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.5 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
120000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
2.50 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 150 |
| ISO Rating Max |
150 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
5 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, daylight, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent |
| Manual White Balance |
No |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Evaluative metering linked to one of three AiAF-selected autofocusing points |
| Spot Metering |
No |
| Aperture Priority |
No |
| Shutter Priority |
No |
| Full Manual Exposure |
No |
| Self Timer |
10 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
5 |
| Flash Modes |
Red-eye reduction auto, auto, on, off, slow-synchro |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
3.9 |
| Flash Range Description |
26cm - 3.9 m (10.2" - 12.8 |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1 |
| Uncompressed Format |
JPEG |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
No |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| Performance Timing |
Startup Time |
4.5 seconds |
| Shutdown Time |
2.4 seconds |
| Play -> Record |
3.2 seconds |
| Record -> Play (max res) |
2.5 seconds |
| Record -> Play (min res) |
3.3 seconds |
| Shutter Lag, Prefocus |
0.1 seconds |
| Cycle Time Max Res |
2.1 seconds |
| Cycle Time Min Res |
1.7 seconds |
| Buffer Frames, Max Res |
11 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
AA |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline, NiMH |
| Batteries Included |
4 x AA Alkaline disposable |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
ISO settings of 100 and 150 are selected automatically by the camera, and are not user-selectable. Max shutter speed of 1 second is only available in manual mode with flash off, or slow-synchro mode. All shots over 1/6 second have noise-reduction processing applied. Camera can be controlled via USB connection by PC for remote shooting. Direct printing to Canon CP-10 dye-sub printer via USB connection. Optional WP-DC200 underwater case available. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Canon PowerShot A10 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Canon PowerShot A10 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Canon PowerShot A10 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Canon PowerShot A10 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Canon PowerShot A10 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Canon PowerShot A10 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Canon PowerShot A10 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Canon PowerShot A10 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Canon PowerShot A10, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Canon PowerShot A10 camera or Canon PowerShot A10 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Canon PowerShot A10 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Canon PowerShot A10 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Canon PowerShot A10 powergrip digital camera.
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