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CANON has introduced four new PowerShot A Series digital cameras. The Canon PowerShot A3100 IS features 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x optical zoom (35-140mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. (230k-dot) LCD screen, Smart AUTO, Scene Modes, Face Detection Self-Timer, and Movie 640 x 480 @ 30 fps. The Canon PowerShot A3000 IS features 10M resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x optical zoom (35-140mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. (230k-dot) LCD screen, Smart AUTO, Scene Modes, Face Detection Self-Timer, and Movie 640 x 480 @ 30 fps. The Canon PowerShot A495 features 10M resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 3.3x optical zoom (37-122mm equiv.), 2.5-in. (115k-dot) LCD screen, Smart AUTO, Scene Modes, Face Detection Self-Timer, and Movie 640 x 480 @ 30 fps. The Canon PowerShot A490 features 10M resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 3.3x optical zoom (37-122mm equiv.), 2.5-in. (115k-dot) LCD screen, Smart AUTO, Scene Modes, and Movie 640 x 480 @ 30 fps.
New features include Low-Light, Super Vivid, and Poster Effect scene modes; Smart FE; and the ability to upload video to YouTube.
Starting this year, all new Canon compact digital cameras will support the high-spec SDXC memory cards with a maximum storage capacity of two terabytes (TB) in SDA standard.
These are point-and-shoot models, with lots of color choices, priced from CAD $130 to $200 MSRP beginning late February 2010.
CANON CANADA ANNOUNCES FOUR NEW A-SERIES CAMERAS WITH CREATIVE EFFECTS FOR PERSONALIZING A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY
MISSISSAUGA, ON, January 5, 2010 – Canon Canada Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today unveiled four new PowerShot A-Series digital cameras offering entry-level consumers the opportunity to step-up their shooting experience with exciting new creative effects. In addition, for the first time, Canon offers a new rechargeable lithium-ion battery in two A-Series models, extending the battery lives of the cameras. The A-Series lineup, comprised of the PowerShot A3100 IS, A3000 IS, A495 and A490 Digital cameras, offer consumers enhanced photo-taking capabilities through an array of creative modes to help shape one’s personal photographic style.
“With the introduction of the new PowerShot A-Series cameras, Canon brings a new aesthetic design to our entry-level line and new features that enhance the camera’s overall performance and functionality,” said Ian Macfarlane, Vice President and General Manager of the Consumer Imaging Group at Canon Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc. “The new creative modes are designed to offer consumers the ability to customize their captured images and add personalization to the time-honored art of photography.”
Creativity at its Best:
Whether creating a holiday card to share with friends and family or updating a Facebook page in a fun and unique way, the new PowerShot cameras will help expand a user’s imagination with the introduction of two creative scene modes – Poster Effect and Super Vivid. The Poster Effect scene mode alters the look of a captured image by changing the contrast of the image. Similarly, the Super Vivid Mode creates an enhanced color effect by increasing the hue and saturation of the captured image.
Enhanced Performance:
Achieving a clear shot in low-light situations, such as when a child blows out birthday candles, is no easy task. With Canon’s Low-Light Mode, the A-Series line now provides a wider ISO range (up to 3200), allowing more light to be captured creating sharper, more vivid images. For situations that require a flash, but where one cannot be used, such as a night game or concert, Canon’s Low-Light Mode will help improve the captured image. The A-Series also includes Canon’s Smart FE (Flash Exposure) which improves image quality by automatically adding the optimum level of flash illumination, aperture, shutter speed and ISO.
Supporting Features:
Canon has made it even easier to upload images and videos to YouTube, via CameraWindow. What’s more, starting this year, all new compact digital cameras will support the high-spec SDXC memory cards with a maximum storage capacity of two terabytes (TB) in SDA standard, making it even easier to capture additional images and videos with PowerShot cameras.
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and A3000 IS Digital Cameras:
The Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital camera is available in vibrant red, blue and silver colors while the PowerShot A3000 IS is offered in a stunning, two-toned black and silver casing, ideal for the colour-conscious consumer. Both cameras boast features such as 12.1-Megapixel and 10-Megapixel resolution, respectfully; a 4x Optical Zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilization; a large 6.9-centimetre (2.7-inch) LCD screen; and Smart AUTO mode, which takes the guesswork out of shooting. New modes such as Low-Light, Super Vivid and Poster Effect mode are also available, as well as Smart FE and the ability to upload video to YouTube. The PowerShot A3100 IS and A3000 IS Digital Cameras are scheduled to be available in late February for an estimated retail price of CAD $199.99 and CAD $179.99, respectively.
Canon PowerShot A495 and A490 Digital Cameras:
Offering a broad array of consumer-friendly features and 10.0-Megapixel resolution, 3.3x Optical Zoom and a 6.4-centimetre (2.5-inch) LCD screen, the Canon PowerShot A495 and A490 Digital cameras are ideal for the budget-conscious consumer. Available in two-tone colors, such as red, blue and silver, the PowerShot A495 Digital camera offers a multitude of new modes such as Low-Light, Super Vivid and Poster Effect mode, as well as Smart FE and the ability to upload video to YouTube. Available in a metallic two-toned silver and black, the PowerShot A490 Digital camera comes equipped with scene modes such as Low-Light Mode, Smart FE and the ability to upload video to YouTube. The PowerShot A495 and A490 Digital Cameras are scheduled to be available in late February for an estimated retail price of CAD $149.99 and CAD $129.99, respectively.
About Canon Canada Inc.
Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, the company employs 1,200 people at its offices nation-wide, servicing the Canadian market from coast to coast. Innovation and cutting-edge technology have been essential ingredients in Canon’s success. Canon’s leadership in imaging, optical and document management technology and solutions is based in large part on the thousands of patents the company has secured throughout its history. For the 16th consecutive year, Canon Inc. is among the top three US patent recipients.
The company’s comprehensive product line includes networked multifunction devices; digital copiers (colour and black and white); printers, scanners, image filing systems and facsimile machines; calculators, digital camcorders, digital and analogue cameras and lenses; semiconductor, broadcast and other specialized industrial products.
Canon supports programs that help preserve and protect the environment. The company instituted the Clean Earth Campaign in 1990, which assists various environmental and recycling initiatives. The Campaign has also supported leading environmental organizations, such as World Wildlife Fund – Canada and the Canon Envirothon.
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i can’t find voice recording system on this model and
when i take a video, didn’t get any kind of voice on this video
Best thing to do is to check the User Manual under movie, video or sound. Sometimes the volume may be set too low for you to hear on Playback. Transfer the movie to your PC, play it back there and see if you can hear the sound (having checked PC volume, etc.) now.