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Canon Powershot A1000 IS

Canon Powershot A1000 IS

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A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 5 out of 5
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  • 5 out of 5
"Tops for amateur shooting"
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The Canon A1000 IS is a new point-and-shoot meant for novice and casual photographers, with plenty of features that will aid users in taking an excellent photo. The A1000 IS has an "easy mode," which displays helpful callouts and instructions on the LCD display, guiding users through the various functions and settings. It's got a dash of style, as... read more

Specifications

  • 10 megapixels
  • 4x optical zoom
  • Image stabilization
  • 2.5-inch LCD display
  • AA batteries
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Answered Questions for the A1000 IS

Q: No matter which memory card I insert, it always says 'card locked'. But my cards are NOT locked!
A: Try resetting the camera and look at canonusa.com for a firmware update. download and install. If these don't work, then... read more
Q: Video with Canon Powershot A1000IS
A: Well, it's only going to be about the quality of VHS at best. Picture quality will be better. It's important... read more
Q: I dropped my camera just as a opened it and it has a zoom error, how do I fix it?
A: Ouch. That bites. Try cycling the camera on/off several times to see if the camera lens will work it's way... read more

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Open Questions for the A1000 IS

Q: Canon A1000 IS or A1100 IS is better?
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Q: WHAT IS THE LATEST PRICE OF THIS CAMERA IN USA?
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Q: I have a canon powershot SD450 and it will cost 135.00 to fix. Is it worth fixing? If not, what camera should I upgrade to?
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  • 4.32 out of 5

Average rating based on 342 total reviews: 4.32/5

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  • 5 out of 5
excellent (hakan - 8/23/09)

just one word to describe, excellent point and shoot cameraread more

  • 5 out of 5
Tops for amateur shooting (Aurelio Marco - 8/9/09)

Only 4x zoom, but any higher and you would have to use proprietary rechargeable lithium batteries (as in the A2100)or suffer short battery life (as... read more

  • 4 out of 5
It is what it is. (Joel Breiner - 10/9/08)

I have a ton of professional grade camera equipment. I hardly ever take it along on business trips. This little A1000 is not meant to... read more

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Canon Powershot A1000 IS News

8/26/08

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