| A720 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 |
210 mm (6 x) |
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, 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 card |
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| Battery |
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended) |
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| Release date |
August 20, 2007 |
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Summary
- Exceptional A Series camera with outstanding features such as 8.0 Megapixel resolution, high-power 6x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer.
- DIGIC III Image Processor with 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, plus AA batteries for convenience anywhere you are.
- Compatible with a wide range of accessories including wide-angle and telephoto lens converters to expand your photography capabilities and underwater housing.
- 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
High-end Features Add Up to Great Value.
The PowerShot A720 IS is the quintessential A Series camera in a popular line that matches high-end image quality with fun, easy-to-use features that deliver excellent cost performance. Top-notch specifications include 8.0 megapixel resolution and a long 6x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer Technology for sharp images throughout the zoom range. Canon's DIGIC III Image Processor offers advanced Face Detection Technology and Red-eye Correction for fantastic images. Even expand your creative possibilities with wide-angle and 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) |
250 g (8.8 oz)
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| Dimensions |
97 x 67 x 42 mm (3.8 x 2.6 x 1.7 in)
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Sensor
| Max Resolution |
3264 x 2448
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| Resolutions |
2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
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| Image ratio (w:h) |
4:3, 3:2
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| Effective pixels |
8.0 million
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| Sensor photo detectors |
8.3 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, 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, 4x
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| Manual Focus |
Yes
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| Normal focus range |
55 cm
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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 |
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 |
F2.8 - 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 |
No
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| Flash modes |
Auto, On, Off, Manual (Red Eye On/Off)
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| Continuous Drive |
Yes, 1.3 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 @ 30/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 60/30/15 fps
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| HD Modes |
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| FPS |
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| Storage types |
SD/MMC 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
