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Note: This camera was first sold in Feb 2006. It has been replaced by the Canon A570 IS.
Canon PowerShot A540
Canon PowerShot A540
C+
HQ Grade: C+
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
"takes a beating"
  • 4 out of 5
"A camera of excellent size and quality"
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Canon PowerShot A540 Details

Editors' Comments

The Canon Powershot A540 is a user favorite, offering simple operation and high-powered features for a low and affordable price. The A540 gives users access to full manual controls without demanding they shell out tons of money or struggle with a more advanced and confusing shooter. Take a look at our user reviews and you'll see, the Canon A540 is a crowd pleaser.

Canon A540 Specifications

  • 6 megapixels
  • 4x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • auto focus
  • auto and manual exposure
  • JPEG file format
  • ISO 80-800 (High ISO auto)
  • movie mode w/sound
  • 2 AA batteries
  • 2.5 inch LCD
  • SD/MMC card storage (16MB included)

Product Information

Manufacturer Canon
Part Number 1118B001
UPC 013803062861
Release Date Feb 24, 2006

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