- About this item.
- 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints 6x image-stabilized optical zoom; Very High Quality 2.5-inch LCD display ISO range up to ISO 800 for less blur in low light while hand-holding, but is a little "noisy" 3:2 guide s LCD to display 4 x 6-inch print size; 16:9 format option for still images Stores images on SD cards; powered by 2 AA-size batteries.
From the Manufacturer
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Along with a 6x optical image stabilized zoom, the compact
Power A710 IS is packed with features that make it a worthy
successor to the popular Power A700 it replaces. Improvements
include a 7.1-megapixel sensor and new photo effects that add to
the already extensive creative possibilities.
The Power A710 IS maintains many of the features that made
its predecessor so successful, including an extensive range of
shooting modes, full manual control, VGA quality movie ,
ISO 800 shooting, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen.
The Power A710 IS features:
* 7.1 megapixels
* 6x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer
* DIGIC II, iSAPS, 9-Point AiAF, FlexiZone AF/AE
* Digital teleconverter and Safety Zoom
* 2.5-inch LCD with wide viewing angle and real-image optical
viewfinder
* 20 shooting modes Image quality
The 6x optical zoom lens achieves a focal length range of
35-210mm (35mm equivalent) while allowing the camera to maintain
a small form factor. A real-image optical viewfinder enables
framing without the LCD through the full focal range,
significantly extending battery life. The Power A710 IS's
optical IS has been specifically engineered for this compact
format using the expertise Canon has gained since introducing the
technology to its professional range of EF lenses. IS counteracts
camera shake to reduce blur, enabling photographers to shoot at
shutter speeds up to three stops slower. It also allows for
steadier s at full zoom and when using the camera's 1
centimeter (.4-inch) Macro mode. The digital IS control chip
processes up to 4000 signals per second, driving precise shifts
of the lens element to compensate for any unwanted hand
movements. The Power A710 IS's ISO 800 and High ISO Auto mode
complement the optical IS by enabling high standards of
flash-free shooting in low light or indoor environments.
Photographic flexibility
A new Safety Zoom takes advantage of the camera's large
resolution to offer extra zoom magnification without affecting
image quality. Users can capture images at up to 12x zoom with
enough resolution for lab-quality postcard (10 x 15-centimeter; 4
x 6-inch) prints. Users can also select a new Digital
Teleconverter to add extra telephoto reach on every --similar
to adding a teleconverter lens to the camera.
The 20 shooting modes include Special Scene modes for help with
tricky shooting environments, while Manual modes give the more
experienced user complete control over exposure settings.
Artistic photo effects can be applied in-camera during and after
shooting with My Colors. The Power A710 IS also offers a
choice of five movie mode settings including VGA quality movies
at 30 frames per second (fps) and QVGA at 60 fps.
LCD enhancements
The 2.5-inch LCD retains a selectable Grid Line display for help
with framing and leveling. Further assistance is provided by a
useful 3:2 ratio guide, which displays an overlay of the print
area for standard photo prints. A new overexposure warning
feature indicates areas of overexposure in captured images.
Full range of accessories
A complete range of optional lenses includes wide (0.7x) and
telephoto (1.75x) converter lenses as well as a close-up lens for
macro photography. The High Power Flash extends the camera's
range on night s and expands the possibilities for creative
flash work. Constructed with anti-fog double glass and flash
light diffusion plate, the optional waterproof case allows full
control at depths down to 40 meters. (Accessories are not
included and must be purchased separately.)
Technologies Explained
DIGIC II
Canon's purpose-built DIGIC II (DIGital Imaging Core) image
processor links all primary camera functions for maximum
efficiency. DIGIC II processes signals at high speeds, resulting
in outstanding responsiveness, rapid autofocus, and extended
continuous shooting ability. Advanced image processing algorithms
deliver superb image detail and color reproduction with accurate
white balance and minimal noise. DIGIC II operates efficiently to
extend battery life, for longer shooting on a single charge.
iSAPS
iSAPS (Intelligent Scene Analysis based on Photographic Space)
automatically optimizes key camera settings before every .
Each scene is analyzed and cross-referenced against Photographic
Space--a vast in-camera library of photographic data. This
enables the camera to make optimal adjustments to autoexposure,
autofocus, and auto white balance before image capture occurs.
9-Point AiAF
Canon's 9-point AiAF (Artificial Intelligence Autofocus)
automatically scans and selects subjects from a set of nine
focusing areas across the scene. This ensures accurately focused
images even when subjects are not in the center of the frame.
FlexiZone AF/AE
FlexiZone AF/AE lets users manually select the focus point from
almost any point in the frame by moving the autofocus window in
the viewfinder. Exposure can be linked to the focus point to
ensure that the chosen subject is both accurately focused and
exposed.
Optical Image Stabilizer
The Power A710 IS uses a lens shift-type Image Stabilizer
(IS) system to detect and correct slight camera shakes that can
cause image blur. Minute vibration gyros detect lens tilting
caused by hand shake. These signals--up to 4,000 per second--are
processed by a single-chip IS controller, which discriminates
between hand shake and intentional camera movements. Shake
signals are sent to the IS unit, which moves one of the lens
elements accordingly to deflect the light rays and cancel out the
effects of shake. For improved accuracy and responsiveness, the
moving lens element is supported on tiny ceramic spheres. In
addition to minimizing friction, ceramic spheres avoid some of
the problems that can affect metal spheres, such as thermal
expansion and magnetism. The Power A710 IS's optical IS
allows photographers to shoot at shutter speeds up to three stops
slower with no perceptible increase in image blur.
Digital Teleconverter and Safety Zoom
Similar to placing an accessory lens on the front of the camera,
Canon's Digital Teleconverter adds a constant zoom to every
--1.5x or 1.9x, depending on the image size selected. While
optical converter lenses cause a reduction in aperture and
consequently require a slower shutter speed, the Digital
Teleconverter maintains aperture size, reducing the risk of image
blur.
Safety Zoom protects the image from interpolation at high levels
of digital zoom, allowing users to extend zoom magnification
without sacrificing image quality.
What's in the box
Power A710 IS body, AA-size alkaline battery x 2, SD memory
card SDC-16MB, wrist strap WS-200, Digital Camera Solution
CD-ROM, USB interface cable IFC-400PCU, AV cable AVC-DC300