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Summary: The Best Bargain Camera
Review: I recently purchased this camera online along with a Lexar 256MB
compact flash card. I have to say I couldn't have asked for
better results than the ones I recieved. My first camera outing
was to Storm King Art Center, in Cornwall, NY. I was able to
connect to my laptop with easy. I did installed the software
prior to leaving me house. I was able to Take 250 pictures
download to my laptop and begin again. I took over 1,000 photos
in one afternoon and the results were AMAZING. This is truely
a quality camera. I recommend buy a tripod, rechargable
batteries with charger, and a large memory card if you'll be
snapping pictures continually, like myself.
Rating:
Summary: Overall SUPER....with a couple minor quirks
Review: I wanted a point and shoot camera to take on vacation, that was convenient and takes good quality pix--for both digital use and to print snapshots. The cannon A20 Delivers! Effortless picture taking, sharp quality pix, good colors and a flash that doesn't wash you out. I tested it out at my friends wedding earlier this month....
Now the caveats:
1. Factor in the cost of a 128mb memory card. That will take approx 128 pix on the highest setting 1600x1200 at superfine compression. I've found that this setting gives you nice 4x6 prints comparable to a film camera. ...
2. Battery life: the change battery signal will come up very quickly if using the display. However, THIS SEEMS TO BE MERELY A WARNING--DO NOT CHANGE THE BATTERIES. I've been able to power up again and again after the warning and take the rest of my pix on the memory card. I also invested in a 5hr nimh quick charger with a spare set of 4 AA batteries ....
(NOTE:camera will NOT take those lithium batteries, I called cannon and confirmed this)
3. When taking pictures, be very careful of camera shake. This camera is very sensative to this, especially if taking pix without flash in lower light conditions. Be careful or your picture will end up BLURRY. So take a deep breath, hold and snap! Ok, maybe holding your breath until you turn blue is a tad of an exaggeration--See what works for you. Most of my pix have turned out nice and sharp.
4. Using the viewfinder only, without the LCD display will show you only about 2/3 of the final pic. (It ends up with space all around.) So, contrary to everyone's posts here: Have fun with the display! Even if it is a battery hog! This is the best way to see the lighting conditions and actual appearance size of the final picture.
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Summary: Canon A20 digital camera
Review: I recently purchased a Canon A20 digital camera and I am more than happy with it. The pictures this camera takes are GREAT and the colors are fantastic. It's also very easy to use. Ni AA's last a long time in this camera ( a long time for a digital camera). A 32 meg memory card gives me over 140 pictures at small size(640x480), super fine quality.
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Summary: Canon S-20 A Winner!
Review: I have been an avid photographer for 30 years mostly using a 35mm SLR. I also carry a 35mm Nikon point and shoot. I thought a digital camera would be fun but really didn't expect too much from it in terms of quality images. Before buying this unit I read every review I could find on several models and ultimately settled on this one. I have to say that I am surprized and delighted with the capabilities of this camera.
Accessing the menus is simple, the controls are easy to use and the pictures are terrific. The camera rests comfortably in your hand with the zoom control handy to your right thumb. To make sure I wouldn't run low on power, I bought 2 sets of Ni-MH batteries and a charger the same day I got the camera. I take nearly every shot with the display turned off and I don't have a single complaint about battery life. Since I started looking for a digital camera, I have been paying more attention to other people using theirs' and I can't believe how many people use the display when they are shooting pictures. No wonder the batteries run low! Personally, I can't see how they can take pictures like that... well I guess people like the gadgetry. The software is pretty basic but it installed without a hitch and seems to work perfectly. As far as a reliable, easy to use point and shoot digital camera, I think this one is great! I also think that some of my older stuff may be collecting a bit of dust except for the most demanding tasks.
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Summary: Fragile
Review: I wish the camera reviews could include drop tests like
those done for computer laptops.Because of its metal casing just like for the Canon S10/S20,
all the shock from a minor drop is transferred to the
camera lens and interior. As a result, a 3ft drop will
destroy this camera.
Rating:
Summary: Fantastic Quality
Review: After spending several hours reading the reviews on Amazon for all the different digital cameras available now, I decided on
the Cannon A20. This is my first digital camera and after spending the past weekend taking pictures of everything in site, I'm in love with it. It's easy to use and the picture quality after uploading the images to the PC is fantastic!
I'd definitely recommend this camera to anyone looking to buy one in the 2 Megapixel range.
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Summary: Versatile and good replacement for my film-based point&shoot
Review: I've had the A20 for a couple of months now, and it's excellent. I can't add much more to what has already been said here about the camera itself, regarding pros and cons. I must say, I haven't had any inclination to drag my APS Elph out with me so much, now that I have the A20. The A20 is bigger than both the digital and film versions of the Elph, but it really is light-weight thanks to the plastic case and really not that much harder to tote along than the Elph. And it's just hard to beat the instant gratification of digital photography, especially when the results are so pleasing. I think photo quality actually surpasses that of my APS film camera. I also got the 128 MB Viking compact flash card, and in fact will probably order another. I was also pleased with all of the software that came with the camera. Elsewhere, I've heard people put down the ZoomBrowser software, but I found it gets the job done very well and works well with my other software. As good as the camera itself is, what really sold me on the A20 camera was the fact you could get a reasonably-priced water-proof case for it. I did in fact buy the WP-DC200 case and it's awesome. I'm not really into underwater photography, but at least now I can take my A20 out in the snow or on the beach and have fun snapping away, knowing my investment is well-protected. The WP-DC200 permits you full access to all buttons and features. You can also fully extend the zoom lens within the waterproof case. There is an anti-reflective coating on the lens of the waterproof case, which is a must and a very welcome feature. The waterproof case does add some bulk, but no worse than the bulk of my 35 mm SLR. And its design echoes the comfortable ergonomics of the camera itself and is easy to grip, even with small hands. You do need a steady grip and a strong index finger, though, to depress the shutter button. It does take a small bit of practice to feel fully comfortable manipulating the A20's controls through the case. But after awhile it becomes second-nature. I'm also eager to buy some of the accessory lenses and possibly the card photo printer available for the A20. I think it's great that for a camera that is basically a point-and-shoot digicam, so many great accessories are available to extend the A20's versatility.
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Summary: easy fix for LCD glare
Review: I just wanted to point out an easy solution for the glare problem on the LCD with this camera. Buy fellowe's WriteRight Screen protectors for a palm pilot (at staples etc.) and cut it to fit the screen. This doesn't cost much and cuts the glare signficantly. Other than that, nice camera.
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Summary: Great Camera
Review: I decided I finally had to get a digital camera just before I went on vacation so I did a quick search on Amazon and came up with the Cannon A20 after reading all the good reviews. This camera has not dissapointed, and works great with windows 2000 pro. The picture quality is awsome as well are all the other features.
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Summary: Great Point & Shoot Digital Camera!
Review: I bought the camera for my wife's b-day. She is a professional photographer and she has been interested in dabbling in digital photography. I didn't want to spend a lot of money just in case she was disappointed. We are also going to Europe shortly and I wanted a point and shoot camera that wasn't bulky and something that a novice, like myself, could use. At minimum, my wife wanted controls over exposure, white balance, and shutter speed. After months of research I was down to 3 cameras - the Canon S110, A20 and a Sony DSC-P50. Since they all have received very good reviews it was really down to ergonomics and personal preference. ... My wife loved the A20 because if had excellent ergonomics with a grip on the right side and room on the left side for you fingers. The layout of the buttons on the A20 was also straight forward (as were the S110). All cameras had a solid feel to all of them. Personally, I would have chosen the S110. I love the size of the camera. Overall a great camera that met my wifes expectations. We will be taking this camera to Europe and leaving the 35mm at home. Strengths: Ergonomics - the hand grip and locations of all the controls, lcd, and viewfinder remind my wife of a 35mm camera. The camera also has a build in lens cover when off. Size - not too small, not too big. It is smaller than our 35mm point-and-shoot camera. Photo Quality - excellent excellent excellent. The colors and sharpness are better than I ever expected. Prints come out wonderful. Features - for our purpose it has everything we need. It doesn't have a manual shutter control but that is ok. The auto shutter does a pretty good job. You can affect the shutter speed by placing the camera in manual mode and by using, or not using, the flash. I also appreciate the camera not having a "movie" mode. That is what a camcorder is for. I've seen "movies" made with digital camcorders and i don't find them useful or even viewable. Shutter Lag or lack of - this puppy is quick. I pretty much treat this camera like a 35mm point and shoot. This is especially true when the shutter is pressed half way to first set the exposure and focus. Uses AA batteries - this is how it should be (I think the Sony also allows for Lithium batteries). If I need batteries in an emergency I know I can easily find them almost anywhere. I bought a great charger (Maha C204F) and 1800mAH batteries. Price - it can't be beat. Menu Layout - the menus are easy to follow and have a simple hierarchy. I hate having to got through layers of menus to get to where I wanted to go. Download speeds - very quick. Weaknesses: Compact Flash I only - doesn't allow the use of IBM's microdrive. However, a couple of 128MB CF cards have been more than enough for me Flash - it could be more powerful but that could probably be said with all cameras that I've looked at. LCD Screen - the size is fine but it is difficult to read in bright sunlight. I think the S110 has an advantage here. Bottom line ... if you want a great point & shoot camera at a low price then you can't go wrong with this.
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