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| Canon PowerShot A570IS 7.1MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom | 
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| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $199.99
Buy New: $138.99
You Save: $61.00 (31%)
New (22) Used (7) Refurbished (5) from $109.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  533 reviews
Sales Rank: 567
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 250
Optical Zoom: 4
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 23.2
Minimum Focal Length: 5.8
Maximum Resolution: 7.1
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 3.5 x 2.5 x 1.7
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: A570IS
Model: A570IS
UPC: 013803078442
EAN: 8714574994345
ASIN: B000NK3H4S
Release Date: March 19, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 The best digital camera I've owned. July 19, 2007
60 out of 60 found this review helpful
I've had this camera for about a month now and have taken well over a hundred photos in different settings ranging from indoor birthday parties to outdoor hunting photos of dogs.
Overall, this is by far the best digital camera I've owned. Previously I've used a Sony DSC-W5 and Nikon Coolpix L3 -- all were in the $200+ range.
Shutter lag on this camera is minimal. I've missed many pictures of my dogs in the past because they've run out of frame during the time from when I pushed the shutter button to when the camera actually took the shot. I've not had that problem at all with this camera. Using the kids/pets setting, it uses a fast enough shutter speed to stop the action as well.
I also like the Shutter Priority priority mode as well. It allows me to set whatever shutter speed I think is necessary for the shot, and the camera takes care of everything else. It flashes a warning if I have the shutter set too fast for available light.
Other useful features I've noticed making a difference is the "face recognition" technology and the "Image Shake" reduction. There are lots of bells and whistles on cameras that I do not use, but with these two I have had very few bad pictures.
The flash has FAR better coverage than the Nikon. I frequently had shadows at the edge even when the subject was fairly close. While not as good as a separate hot shoe flash on a SLR, this flash is the best I've had on a compact digital.
Finally, I love the optical viewfinder! I take many photos outdoors in bright sunlight that can be difficult to frame with any LCD screen. The viewfinder is a lifesafer in those situations. It is easy to compose a photo and so far they have turned out perfectly when using the camera this way.
This camera has tons of features that I have not mentioned. I just listed those most important to me and the way I take photos. I would highly recommend this camera to potential buyers.
Best combination of performance versus size July 17, 2007
32 out of 33 found this review helpful
After an exhaustive Internet and camera store search I finally decided to buy this Canon camera. The only superior cameras I could find were all relatively large and heavy SLR's. This PoserShot model has most of the features and perfornance of any of the best digital cameras, including an unexcelled image processor, an optional optical viewfinder, face detection, 4X optical zoom, and image stabilization.
I have used the camera for about a month and taken hundreds of photos, mostly in the "auto" mode, although there is almost no limit to the available settings. Unfortunately, many of these settings need a navigation of the menu system, which must be studied in advance of any serious shooting. I have found that the "auto" mode is uncannily capable of producing images that require a minimum, if any, Photoshop editing. This is no doubt due to the latest Canon image processor which, among other capabilities, usually produces an "auto levels" image with great automatic white balance, and excellent colors. Perhaps the most stringest test I gave the camera was to take several hand held photos using 4X optical plus 4X digital zoom of the home plate action at a major league baseball game from a seat at the top level of the stands. These 16X images were quite usable, even showing the baseball leaving the bat.
While there are a number of competitive cameras in this size range, and even smaller, very few have an optional optical viewfinder that is essential under sunlit conditions. I also own such a camera, but was totally frustrated in my attempts to use it under these conditions, as it has no optional optical viewfinder.
You will not be disappointed if you buy this camera, and I don't have any connection with Canon!
Great camera July 15, 2007
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Great camera. Enables you do do many things on "automatic setting", but also allows you to do many things on "manual," if you so choose. The size is not super small where large hands would have trouble with the controls. Has many great features to improve your shooting experience.
Great little camera July 12, 2007
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Bought this camera and the underwater housing for it mostly for scuba diving use. I have to say this camera does extremely well. My primary camera is a Nikon D50 DSLR. This camera takes wonderful pictures however. We use it in scene mode mostly. Set it for beach and it took really nice pictures with good detail in everything. The underwater setting was great for it's first test with scuba pictures. We are going to Bonaire this fall and it is well known by divers for beautiful, untouched coral reefs. I am looking forward to using this camera to take as many pictures as possible. We have had very few bad pictures and they were taken while kayaking in some rough waters. The image stabilization does well for the minor shaking a person does while trying to hold steady. When not using the flash, it is ready to take a picture very quickly. It takes a picture fast, getting the autofocus done set almost immediately and is ready to go soon as it finishes taking the picture. The recharge on the flash is average for a camera like this so it shouldn't surprise any one. It is very easy to use, the buttons are laid out nice, and it's comfortable to hold. The camera fits nicely in most pockets too. I would recommend this camera to anyone who wants a small camera but wants to use personal settings that more entry level point and shoots don't offer. However if you don't know much about photography, this camera will still do a great job for those but it may not be worth the extra money if you only plan to use this for family gatherings and the occasional photo shot.
Nice camera! July 10, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
This is my first digital camera, so I don't have a lot to compare it with, but so far I'm quite pleased.
I did a lot of research. I was looking for a camera with a decent zoom lens, image stabilization, an optical viewfinder, and a 2.5 inch LCD; all for under $250. I think I got a very good camera for a very good price.
My pictures have come out great. I'm a little slow in learning the fine points, but so far I've managed to take some decent pictures and do some very nice editing. I kind of wish I'd spent a little more for a stronger zoom, but I'm still pleased. I'd definitely recommend this camera.
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