If you only want a good, down-to-earth, compact digital camera that creates great images and doesn't cost the kingdom. This Canon A3100IS is excellent. It shoots respectable images in every lighting condition, and is very easy to operate. The speed of the shutter speed is acceptable, too. Not as fast as others but better than a number of other Canons. If you simply want a basic, capable point-and-shoot camera and don't have a use for HD video or need any of the other enhanced frills - this is a good value and a must-buy.
Canon A3100IS 12.1MP Digital Camera Description
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The Canon A3100 IS Camera is a smooth and compact digital camera that is easy to handle and well matched to the begining photographer. it has a 12.1 megapixel resolution and a 4x optical zoom, this Powershot A3100 offers the ability and features that make it ideal for capturing family events, staying up with children while playing, or documenting events and scenes while on a business trip or a vacation.
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The A3100 provides all that is needed to make shooting fun, easy and fast including a big 2.7" LCD screen. There is a full range of achievement functions including a DIGIC III Processor that allows every image to look its very best and includes enhanced Face Detection technology, Weighing less than AA batteries, the battery pack consists of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and provides power for shooting numerious videos and images. The A3100 is compatible with SDXC and SDHC memory cards, allowing as much as 2TB (SDXC only) of suitable and durable memory that photographers can take anywhere.
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Even in poor light, with the high 1600 ISO, Low Light Mode and optical image stabilization, you can still shoot great images without resorting the built-in flash. Some other characteristics include Smart Auto Mode function with Scene Detection awarness that distinguish up to 18 unique scenes and automatically employs the proper setting. Also, you can select from 18 different scene modes including Poster Effect Mode. and Super Vivid Mode Thos camera also sports a high quality build and a high style pocket-size design, allowing it to be the perfect travel companion.
Features
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• 12.1 Megapixel Resolution
• 4x Optical Zoom Lens
• 2.7" LCD Display
• Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack
• High Sensitivity
• Smart Auto Mode
• Low Light mode
• Face Detection Technology
• Super Vivid Mode
• Poster Effect
• 18 Shooting Modes
Specifications
Camera Type Compact Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Imaging
Resolution 12.1 Megapixel
Sensor 1/2.3" 10.3 Megapixel CCD
Bit Depth Not Specified By Manufacturer
File Formats JPEG, AVI File Size 3 MB when jpg is closed
Color Spaces sRGB
Image Stabilization Optical
Crop Factor Not Applicable
Optics
Lens 6.2-24.8mm f/3.0-5.8 (35mm film equivalent: 35-140mm)
Zoom 4x
Lens Mount Not Applicable
Focus Type TTL Autofocus
Focus Range Normal: 12" (30cm) - infinity
Macro: 1.2" (3cm) - 24" (60cm) Wide
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount No
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity Auto ISO
Selectable ISO (100, 200, 400, 800, 1600)
Shutter Speeds 15-1/1600 seconds
Shutter speeds available in Long Shutter: 15, 13, 10, 8, 6, 5, 4, 3.2, 2.5, 2, 1.6, 1.3, 1 (unit: sec.)
Metering Evaluative*, Center-weighted average, Spot**
* Controls facial brightness in Face Detection AF
** Metering frame is fixed to the center
Exposure Modes Auto, Program AE (P), AE Lock, Exposure Compensation (±2 stops in 1/3 stop increments), Special Scene
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom
Mirror Lock-Up Not Applicable
Burst Capability 0.8 fps (approx. 2.1 fps in Low Light)
Self Timer 10 Approx. 10-seconds delay/approx. 2-sec. delay/custom*
* Shooting start time (0-10 sec (in one-second increments), 15/20/30 sec.) and number of shots (1-10 (in one-second increments)) can be specified.
Interval Recording No
Remote Control No
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes (Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Auto Red-eye Correction, Flash On, Flash Off; FE lock, Slow Synchro)
Effective Flash Range 1' (0.3m) - 13' (3.96m)
External Flash Connection No
Dedicated Flash System No
Max Sync Speed Not Specified by Manufacturer Memory Built-in Memory No Memory Card Type SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards, MultiMediaCard, MMC Plus Card, HC MMC Plus Card Still Images per GB 307 (Large/Fine)
A/V Recording
Video Recording AVI (Motion JPEG) with Audio
Video Resolution 640 x 480 (30 fps/30 fps LP), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Video Clip Length Limited by memory card
Audio Recording WAVE (Monaural)
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type N/A
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Display 2.7" TFT Color LCD (230,000 pixels)
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B jack)
System & Software Requirements Windows System
IBM PC/AT compatible with Pentium 500MHz or higher processor
Windows 7
Microsoft Windows XP, Vista
Built-in USB Port
Macintosh System
PowerPC G3, G4 or G5 Processor
Mac OS X (10.1 - 10.4)
Built-in USB Port
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature 32-104°F (0-40°C)
Weatherproofing No
Durability Not Specified by Manufacturer Power Battery Type Battery Pack NB-8L Power Adapter ACK-DC60 AC Adapter Kit (optional)
Physical
Dimensions 3.83 x 2.29 x 1.11" (97.2 x 58.2 x 28.1mm)
Weight 5.47 oz (155g) [camera body only]
Item Includes
• Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital Camera (Silver) Lithium-ion Battery NB-8L
• Battery Charger CB-2LA
• Wrist Strap WS-800
• Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
• USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
• AV Cable AVC-DC400
• 1-year Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
