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Note: This camera was first sold in Sep 2003. It has been replaced by the Canon A630 and Canon A650 IS.
Canon PowerShot A80

Canon PowerShot A80

  • 5 out of 5
"Exceptional Camera"
  • 2 out of 5
"Doesnt run long on fully charged batteries"
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Q: What is a good price for a used Canon Power Shot A80 in good condition?
A: I usually check on eBay. Go to the completed auction search and you'll get a good idea what they're going... read more
Q: The screen on my A80 has a pinkish blur in the middle of the screen.
A: Your camera was one of a host of cameras that suffered from a faulty CCD chip. Check out this from... read more
Q: camera similar to powershot a80
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Q: i have moved and misplaced my software for uploading pictures, how can i acquire new software and accessories?
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Q: when taking a picture the camera beeps three times and does not take the picture.
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Q: sliding button for changing camera mode has fallen out
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Editors' Comments

The feature-laden Canon PowerShot A80 brings 4-megapixel resolution to Canon's highly successful A-series digital camera line. Though the A-series cameras are designed to appeal to beginner photographers, the A80's appeal will no doubt be much broader, as it includes such advanced features as a fold-out, swiveling LCD screen and an "intelligent orientation... read more

Specifications

  • 4.0 megapixels (effective)
  • 3x optical zoom/3.6x digital zoom
  • auto and manual focus
  • program and manual exposure
  • JPEG file format only
  • ISO range 50-400
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  • 4.23 out of 5

Average rating based on 474 total reviews: 4.23/5

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  • 5 out of 5
Exceptional Camera (Shamaz Majid - 4/2/08)

I have had this camera for 4 years now and found it to be truly exceptional. So much so in fact that I was amazed... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Doesnt run long on fully charged batteries (Ren?? - 3/17/08)

When we go somewhere and wanna use the A80 powershot we always have a back of extra batteries with us. Hopefully we will soon buy... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Whats wrong? (Danielle - 10/20/07)

Ok, ive had the camera for 3 yrs. It was GREAT! But recently something in it is broken, you cant take pictures. It shows up... read more

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Professional Reviews

  • 4.7 out of 5
If you're looking for a great "all around" digicam, the A80 certainly deserves serious consideration (Imaging Resource - 1/15/04)

The Canon A80 distinguishes itself with excellent color rendition, long battery life, and impressive low-light performance. It is simple enough for a novice, yet also provides manual controls that advanced photographers will appreciate. read original review

  • 4.8 out of 5
An excellent value for those wanting an easy to use, fully featured yet compact four-megapixel camera (Steve's Digicams - 11/14/03)

Good indoor and outdoor pictures, a well designed body, and a useful swiveling LCD screen earn the Canon PowerShot A80 a very positive review. read original review

  • 4 out of 5
A great mainstream camera for snapshooters who want room to grow creatively (CNET - 11/3/03)

The Canon PowerShot A80 is Canon's best A-series camera to date, and makes a very good choice for the casual photographer. The A80's smaller-than-average LCD screen is cited as one of its few drawbacks. read original review

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