Lyle
09-11-2008, 01:25
If you are looking for a compact digital camera that has received GREAT reviews, uses AA batteries, and is on sale check this out. It has real Image Stabilization, full manual controls (or fully automatic), plenty of accessories if you want them (add-on external flash, telephoto lens, wide angle lens, etc.)
This isn't the smallest or lightest, but not bad. 6oz +/- without battery or memory card.
Final Paragraph from Steve's Digicam review:
Bottom Line - Much like the A570 IS, the Canon PowerShot A590 IS is an excellent compact digital camera. With an 8-megapixel imaging sensor, 4x optical image stabilized zoom lens and shooting modes that include auto, manual and everything in between, this is a camera that anyone will be able to use and enjoy. With all of the features, performance and quality from this camera it is an excellent choice and highly recommended with a street price of US$179 or less.
Full review here:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2008_reviews/canon_a590is.html
Also check out DCRP Review here, another positive from a respected site:
If you're looking for a budget camera that takes great pictures, and has all the features you could possibly desire (without too many gimmicks), then the Canon PowerShot A590 IS is absolutely worth a look. The only people that I'd caution are those who take a lot of movies or long exposures -- you might want to find a camera with a 30 fps frame rate and better low light noise performance (respectively) instead.
Full review here:
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_a590-review/
And finally, check out this deal from Amazon. Camera with 4 NiMH reghargable batteries (camera takes 2) with charger for only $139.00. Free shipping if you are a Prime member.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-A590IS-Digital-Stabilized/dp/B0011ZCDKS
I just ordered this for myself. I have been very unhappy with the quality of photos from my Olympus Stylus 600. This should be a great step up, and full manual controls!
This isn't the smallest or lightest, but not bad. 6oz +/- without battery or memory card.
Final Paragraph from Steve's Digicam review:
Bottom Line - Much like the A570 IS, the Canon PowerShot A590 IS is an excellent compact digital camera. With an 8-megapixel imaging sensor, 4x optical image stabilized zoom lens and shooting modes that include auto, manual and everything in between, this is a camera that anyone will be able to use and enjoy. With all of the features, performance and quality from this camera it is an excellent choice and highly recommended with a street price of US$179 or less.
Full review here:
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2008_reviews/canon_a590is.html
Also check out DCRP Review here, another positive from a respected site:
If you're looking for a budget camera that takes great pictures, and has all the features you could possibly desire (without too many gimmicks), then the Canon PowerShot A590 IS is absolutely worth a look. The only people that I'd caution are those who take a lot of movies or long exposures -- you might want to find a camera with a 30 fps frame rate and better low light noise performance (respectively) instead.
Full review here:
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_a590-review/
And finally, check out this deal from Amazon. Camera with 4 NiMH reghargable batteries (camera takes 2) with charger for only $139.00. Free shipping if you are a Prime member.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerShot-A590IS-Digital-Stabilized/dp/B0011ZCDKS
I just ordered this for myself. I have been very unhappy with the quality of photos from my Olympus Stylus 600. This should be a great step up, and full manual controls!