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Product Description
The *ist DS is one of the smallest and lightest digital SLR cameras available. Measuring just 4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 inches and weighing under 18 ounces, the *ist DS also delivers superior image... More
The *ist DS is one of the smallest and lightest digital SLR cameras available. Measuring just 4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 inches and weighing under 18 ounces, the *ist DS also delivers superior image quality in compact design. Despite the size, the *ist DS offers 6.1 effective megapixels and PENTAX original image processing technology. The camera is designed to be compatible with most PENTAX interchangeable lenses to meet a wide range of applications and visual creativity. Less
Packed with value superior to any other camera in its class, the PowerShot A510 is brimming with that "best buy" feel. 3.2 Megapixel resolution, Canon's exclusive DIGIC Image... More
Packed with value superior to any other camera in its class, the PowerShot A510 is brimming with that "best buy" feel. 3.2 Megapixel resolution, Canon's exclusive DIGIC Image Processor and a new, longer 4x optical zoom bring life-like detail and radiant color to all your images. This camera is exceptionally easy to use, with a new ergonomic grip and big 1.8 inch LCD screen. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom Without Digital Zoom 3.2x
Camera Type SLR/Professional Standard Point and Shoot
Weight 1.11 lb. 0.4 lb.
LCD Screen Size 2 in. 1.8 in.
Resolution 6.1 Megapixel 3.3 Megapixel
Optical Zoom - 4x
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 6.1 Megapixel 3.3 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD CCD
Image Resolutions 3008 x 2008 • 2400 x 1600 • 1536 x 1024 640 x 480 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
Video   
Video Resolutions - 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
Video Format - AVI
Max Movie Length - Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
Lens   
Interchangeable Lens Interchangeable Lenses Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom - 4x
Focus Type Autofocus & Fixed Focus & Manual Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focal Length - 5.8 - 23.2 mm
Macro Focus Range - 2 - 18 in. (w) / 11.8 - 18 in. (t)
35mm Zoom Lens - 35 - 140 mm
Focus Range - 18 in. to Infinity (w)
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range - f8/f8 (w/t) - f2.6/f5.5 (w/t)
Shutter Speed 30 - 1/4000 sec 15 - 1/2000 sec
Frames Per Second 2.8 Frames 2.3 Frames
White Balance Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset) Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset)
Flash   
Flash Functions - Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
Flash Type Built-In & External Built-In
ISO Speeds 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 Auto
Storage   
File Size (High Res.) 11.11 MB (12 images on 128MB card) 1 MB (128 images on 128MB card)
Memory Type SD Card Multimedia Card • SD Card
Compression Type JPEG • Raw Image JPEG
File Size (Low Res.) 0.46 MB (about 278 images on 128MB card) 0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card)
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Normal • Uncompressed Fine • SuperFine • Normal
Included Features   
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 12 Sec. 2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount -
Built-in Microphone - With Built-in Microphone
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens) Optical
LCD Screen Resolution 210,000 pixels 115,000 pixels
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0 USB
Power Supply   
Battery Type 4 x AA Batteries • Proprietary Lithium 2 x AA Batteries
Battery Life - 300 Images
System Requirements   
Operating System Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP
Dimensions   
Weight 1.11 lb. 0.4 lb.
Depth 2.6 in. 1.51 in.
Height 3.6 in. 2.52 in.
Width 4.9 in. 3.57 in.
Warranty   
Warranty - 1 Year
Miscellaneous   
UPC 027075086722 013803047875
Product ID 22822662 23537599
Included Accessories Software 2 x AA Batteries • Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card
Release Date November, 2004 January, 2005
Family Line - Canon PowerShot
Product MPN   
MPN KB89210 POWERSHOT A510
 
Consumer Reviews
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Canon A510 3.3 Megapixel
Canon PowerShot A510 Digital Camera
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Product Review Summary

4.7
Based on 14 user reviews
86% recommend this product
5 stars
11
4 stars
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3 stars
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Pros
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Good For
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Consumer Reviews

1

The new standard for DSLRs!

bycraiggb Dec 21, 2004
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Small size, SD memory, AA batteries, price, PENTAX lenses!
Cons a little underexposed on certain shots
Recommended it? Yes

I have been an amateur photographer for over 30 years and have mostly worked with film for my "good" photography efforts. I have been using digital Point and Shoot cameras for the past several years, but recently decided to replace my 35mm SLR with a "real" camera. Very glad I did.

I... Read full review »

5

Absolute gem of a camera

byandref Mar 1, 2007
12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Quality, great ergonomics, small size, great picture quality for a consumer camera, lens...
Cons Buffer limited with RAW shooting
Recommended it? Yes

This model in the D-series camera range (D, DS, DS2, DL, DL2) is a truly capable and competent performer. I've had mine for close on 18 months now, so this is not a review based on the first rush of excitement. The very first impression is one of quality, with a solid, well-engineered body that has... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 46 user reviews
93% recommend this product
5 stars
24
4 stars
19
3 stars
3
2 stars
1 star
Pros
  • Simple Setup (1)
  • Good Value (1)
  • Lightweight (1)
  • Easy to Use (1)
Cons
  • Short Battery Life (1)
Good For
  • geat for online pictures (1)
  • Beach (1)
  • Home (1)
  • Outdoors (1)
  • Everyday Use (1)
  • Travel (1)
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Consumer Reviews

313

Canon's Powershot A510 may be the best choice entry-level Digicam currently available

byHoward_Creech Apr 17, 2005
112 Helpfuls 113 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Price, 4X optical zoom, full manual controls, very good photo quality, and faster...
Cons Some minor chromatic aberration (purple fringing) and noisy ISO 400 images
Recommended it? Yes

Canon's "A" series digicams have been very popular with consumers since the introduction of the revolutionary little A20. When it came time to update the groundbreaking A75, Canon's R&D folks stuffed everything that made the A75 a best in class digicam (excellent image quality, Point & Shoot... Read full review »

872

Canon PowerShot A510 Digital Camera - Compact and Cheap, But Flexible

bydkozin Aug 3, 2005
41 Helpfuls 42 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Excellent optics for low price and compact size, uses 2 AA batteries, features, 4x zoom
Cons Flash creates shadow in corner in Macro mode and overexposes unless you use ISO50/f8
Recommended it? Yes

A replacement for the last year's Canon A75, the 3.2-Megapixel Canon PowerShot A510 is currently available at rather low prices. I got mine for $161 after coupons including taxes and shipping at Dell. I also got the 4-Megapixel A520 to see the difference for only $20 more. Your mileage may vary... Read full review »

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