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| A590 IS |
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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 |
Yes, Lens |
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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, 2010 |
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Summary
- 8.0 Megapixels with 4x Optical Zoom, Optical Image Stabilizer, large bright 2.5-inch LCD for superb performance.
- New Easy Mode simplifies operation, and shooting modes from Manual to Automatic make picture-taking care-free.
- DIGIC III Image Processor assures sharper images and better functionality; enhanced Canon Face Detection Technology sets focus, exposure, flash and white balance automatically for greater freedom.
- Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur by calculating subject movement and selecting ideal exposure and ISO settings.
- Accepts Wide-Angle and Telephoto Converter Lenses for greater creativity; uses convenient AA batteries.
- 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
More Performance, More Value, More Fun.
The PowerShot A590 IS will astound you with its power-packed performance and impressive value. It's got 8.0-megapixels, a 4x optical zoom, an Optical Image Stabilizer and a large 2.5-inch LCD. A range of shooting modes - from manual to automatic including Canon's new Easy Mode - make picture-taking carefree. A DIGIC III Image Processor with Enhanced Canon Face Detection assures natural-looking results, while Motion Detection Technology reduces blur. For added creativity, attach wide or telephoto converter lenses.
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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 |
Yes, Lens
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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 |
Yes
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| Shutter priority |
Yes
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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 |
Yes
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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
