| A580 |
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| Product |
Digital Camera |
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| Format |
Compact |
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| Manufacturer |
Canon |
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| Series |
PowerShot A |
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| Megapixels |
8 MP |
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| Zoom wide |
35 mm |
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| Optical zoom |
140 mm (4 x) |
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, up to 4x |
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| Image stabilization |
No |
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| ISO rating |
1600 |
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| LCD |
2.5 inches |
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| Viewfinder |
Optical (Tunnel) |
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| Storage types |
SD, MMC, SDHC card |
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| Battery |
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended) |
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| Release date |
January 24, 2008 |
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Summary
- Feature-packed 8.0 Megapixel digital camera with 4x Optical Zoom and large bright 2.5-inch LCD offers exceptional value.
- New Easy Mode simplifies operation; shooting modes from Manual to Automatic make picture-taking care-free.
- Enhanced Canon Face Detection Technology automatically sets focus, exposure, flash and white balance for greater shooting freedom.
- DIGIC III Image Processor for sharper images and improved functionality.
- Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur by calculating subject movement and selecting ideal exposure and ISO settings.
- Uses AA batteries for convenience anywhere you go.
- Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Photo Printers and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.
Press Release
Fabulous, Foolproof Pictures.
Even beginners can create phenomenal images with the amazing PowerShot A580. This impressive 8.0-megapixel digital camera has a 4x optical zoom and bright 2.5-inch LCD that make shooting simple and convenient. To give you superior quality images without having to worry about the details, there's a full range of Canon's highly-advanced features at your service - including a powerful DIGIC III Image Processor, enhanced Face Detection technology, a host of shooting modes including a new Easy Mode and more.
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Specifications
Physical
| Environmentally sealed |
No
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| Battery model |
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| Battery type |
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
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| Battery life (CIPA) |
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| Weight (inc. batteries) |
225 g (7.9 oz)
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| Dimensions |
94 x 65 x 41 mm (3.7 x 2.6 x 1.6 in)
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Sensor
| Max Resolution |
3264 x 2448
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| Resolutions |
3264 x 1832, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
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| Image ratio (w:h) |
4:3, 16:9
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| Effective pixels |
8.0 million
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| Sensor photo detectors |
8.2 million
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| Sensor size |
1/2.5 " (5.75 x 4.31 mm, 0.24 cm²)
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| Sensor type |
CCD
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| Processor |
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Image
| ISO |
Auto, Hi Auto (incorporating Motion Detection Technology), 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
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| White balance presets |
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| Custom white balance |
5 positions plus manual
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| Image stabilization |
No
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| Uncompressed format |
No
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| Quality Levels |
Super-Fine, Fine, Normal
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Optics / Focus
| Focal length (equiv.) |
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| Zoom wide (W) |
35 mm
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| Optical zoom |
140 mm (4 x)
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| Auto focus |
TTL autofocus AiAF (9-point with face detection)
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, up to 4x
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| Manual Focus |
Yes
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| Normal focus range |
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| Macro focus range |
5 cm
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| Focus points |
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| Lens mount |
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Screen / Viewfinder
| Articulated screen |
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| Screen size |
2.5 "
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| Screen dots |
115,000
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| Touchscreen |
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| Live View |
No
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| Viewfinder type |
Optical (Tunnel)
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Photography Features
| Maximum aperture |
F2.6 - F5.5
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| Minimum shutter |
15 sec
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| Maximum shutter |
1/2000 sec
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| Aperture priority |
No
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| Shutter priority |
No
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| Manual exposure mode |
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| Subject / scene modes |
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| Built-in flash |
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| Flash range |
3.5 m
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| External flash |
No
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| Flash modes |
Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
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| Continuous Drive |
Yes, 1.4 fps, unlimited
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| Self-timer |
Yes, 2 or 10 sec, custom
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| Metering modes |
Evaluative, center weighted, Spot
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| Exposure compensation |
-2 to +2 EV in 1/3 EV Steps
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| WB bracketing |
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Formats / Storage
| Video formats |
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| Movie audio |
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| Audio channels |
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| Clips |
Yes, 640 x 480, 20 fps, 320 x 240, 30 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps
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| HD Modes |
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| FPS |
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| Storage types |
SD/MMC/SDHC card
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| Internal storage |
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| Image formats |
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Connectivity
| USB |
USB 2.0 (480Mbit/sec)
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| HDMI |
No
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| Wireless |
No
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| Remote control |
No
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Other
| Orientation sensor |
No
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| Timelapse recording |
No
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| GPS |
No
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| Tripod mount |
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| Pixel density |
32 MP/cm²
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| Lens thread |
Yes, with adapter
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| Power-on Time |
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| Shutter Lag, Full Autofocus |
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| Shutter Lag, Prefocused |
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| Shot to Shot time |
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| Additional features |
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Files and Documentation
External Links
