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Canon PowerShot A60

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Brand Canon 2003
Model A60
Released Year 2003
Type Digital Cameras
Series PowerShot
Color Silver
Optical Zoom 3x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Canon PowerShot A60 is a compact digital camera introduced in 2003, featuring a 4.0-megapixel CCD sensor capable of producing high-resolution still images. It incorporates a 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 37-111mm on 35mm format) with autofocus capability, allowing for versatile framing and close-up shots. The camera supports ISO sensitivities ranging from 100 to 400, which can be manually adjusted for different lighting conditions. It offers various shooting modes including Program, Shutter Priority, and Aperture Priority, adding creative control for photographers. The PowerShot A60 records images in JPEG format and supports an internal memory as well as external SD card storage. Power is supplied via 4 AA batteries, providing reasonable battery life for casual photography.

Specifications

Series Canon PowerShot
Type Digital SLR
Color Silver
Model Canon PowerShot A60
Optical Zoom 3x
Connectivity USB
Charger Included No
Country/Region of Manufacture Malaysia
Battery Type AA
Item Weight 7.58 Oz.
Sensor Type CCD
Sensor Resolution 4.0 Megapixels
Lens 3x Optical Zoom (37-111mm equivalent)
ISO Range 100 - 400
Storage Media Internal memory and SD card
Power Source 4 x AA batteries
Shooting Modes Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Auto
Display 1.8 inch LCD
Image Format JPEG
Continuous Shooting Speed 0.7 frames per second
Dimensions 108 x 61 x 44 mm
Weight Approx. 230 grams (without batteries)

Key Advantages

The Canon PowerShot A60's strengths include its compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable for everyday use. Its versatile 3x optical zoom lens provides flexibility for capturing a variety of scenes. The camera offers manual exposure controls, giving users creative freedom beyond automatic settings. It features an easy-to-navigate interface suitable for beginners and more experienced users alike. The inclusion of both internal and external memory options enhances storage versatility. Additionally, the use of common AA batteries makes power replacement convenient and accessible.

Limitations

The PowerShot A60 has a relatively modest resolution of 4.0 megapixels by modern standards, limiting larger print sizes. Its ISO range tops out at 400, which restricts performance in low-light conditions, often resulting in increased noise. The camera lacks advanced video recording features and modern connectivity options such as Wi-Fi or USB 3.0. Autofocus and shutter speeds are comparatively basic, which may affect fast-action photography. The reliance on AA batteries might increase the camera’s weight and running costs over time. Finally, the LCD display has a small size and lower resolution compared to contemporary cameras.

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