| A650 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 |
12.1 MP |
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| Zoom wide |
35 mm |
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| Optical zoom |
210 mm (6 x) |
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, 4 x |
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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 (4) batteries (NiMH recommended) |
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| Release date |
August 20, 2007 |
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Summary
- Top-of-the-line A Series model with upgraded features and exceptional value.
- 12.1 Megapixel resolution with Canon DIGIC III Image Processor and high-quality 6x Optical Zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer for exceptional image quality.
- Optical viewfinder plus large high-quality 2.5-inch Vari-angle LCD screen for flexible viewing at low and high angles.
- Genuine Canon Face Detection Technology sets the focus, exposure and flash automatically, leaving you free to compose a group, capture an unguarded moment, or coax the perfect smile.
- Easy-to-use Mode Dial with a wide range of shooting modes from fully manual to fully automatic; including night snapshot mode, which reduces image blur in low-light shooting.
- Compatible with a wide range of accessories including Canon supplementary lenses and a waterproof case.
- Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Photo Printers, CP and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.
Press Release
Another Coup for Canon's A Series.
Canon's extremely popular A Series reaches a milestone with the PowerShot A650 IS, its new top-of-the-line camera. 12.1 megapixels offers unparalleled resolution for a compact camera, while the powerful 6x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer Technology delivers clear, blur-free images in low light and all through the zoom range. Hallmark A Series value includes Canon's latest generation DIGIC III Image Processor with enhanced Face Detection Technology, ISO 1600 and Red-eye Correction for sharp, superior quality images.
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Specifications
Physical
| Environmentally sealed |
No
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| Battery model |
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| Battery type |
AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended)
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| Battery life (CIPA) |
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| Weight (inc. batteries) |
300 g (10.6 oz)
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| Dimensions |
112 x 68 x 56 mm (4.4 x 2.7 x 2.2 in)
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Sensor
| Max Resolution |
4000 x 3000
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| Resolutions |
3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
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| Image ratio (w:h) |
4:3, 3:2
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| Effective pixels |
12.1 million
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| Sensor photo detectors |
12.4 million
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| Sensor size |
1/1.7 " (7.60 x 5.70 mm, 0.43 cm²)
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| Sensor type |
CCD
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| Processor |
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Image
| ISO |
Auto, 80 ,100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
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| White balance presets |
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| Custom white balance |
6 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 |
210 mm (6 x)
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| Auto focus |
AiAF TTL 9-point or center
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, 4 x
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| Manual Focus |
Yes
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| Normal focus range |
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| Macro focus range |
1 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 |
173,000
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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 |
F2.8 - F4.8
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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 |
Yes, Canon High Power Flash (slave)
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| Flash modes |
Auto, On, Off, Manual (Red Eye On/Off)
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| Continuous Drive |
Yes, 1.2 fps
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| Self-timer |
Yes, 2 or 10 sec
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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, 30/15fps, 320 x 240, 60/30/15 fps, 160 x 120 15 fps, audio
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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 |
28 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