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Canon PowerShot A550

review DATE:03.16.07

Canon PowerShot A550
Left Angle Screen Side Front

review

By Terry Sullivan

The PowerShot A550, Canon's new compact point-and-shoot camera, is a solid machine. It performs nimbly and produces pleasing picture quality. Still, there are a few areas where this shooter stumbles. The LCD is a little small and the price is a little high, but most users will be pleased anyway.

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Company

Canon U.S.A. Inc

http://www.usa.canon.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $199.99 List
  • Type: Compact, Consumer
  • Megapixels: 7.1 MP
  • Maximum Resolution: 3072 x 2048 pixels
  • Included Memory: Media Card
  • Media Format: Secure Digital
  • Video Record and Playback: Yes
  • 35-mm Equivalent (Wide): 35
  • 35-mm Equivalent (Telephoto): 140

Bottom Line

As an inexpensive point-and-shoot, the Canon PowerShot A550 isn't perfect, but it delivers quality shots and good performance.

Pros

Produces sharp, clear shots. Great performance. Very little shutter lag. Has a glass viewfinder.

Cons

Recycle times were a little slow. Smallish LCD.

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