Canon PowerShot A550
See rating based on
249
user reviews
Submit your own Canon A550 review!
HQ Grade: B
| 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. |
- 2 out of 5
- 2 out of 5
Submit your own Canon A550 review!
This camera is ranked
- 14th of 68 in 7 Megapixel
- 38th of 82 in Canon
- 22nd of 78 in $150 - $200
- 21st of 98 in Point and Shoot
| Compare 4 store ratings and prices... | ||
| Shop for Canon A550 accessories. | ||
| eBay | $165.00 |
|
| Amazon Marketplace | $239.85 |
|
| ShopTronics | $229.97 |
|
| 47digital | $209.85 |
|
Ask
Have a question about the A550? Enter it here: (You can enter more details in the next step)
Canon PowerShot A550 Questions
Subscribe to get email updates for questions about this product
Answered Questions for the Canon A550
- Q: Canon a550. Their site, until today was mentioning a version 5.7.0 of their software for windows 98. Now they deny it, sticking to the win 2k and up)
- A: The above answers do not address the real problem, which is one of an appropriate... read more
- Q: i wanna buy camera under 150$.show me all bestnopstion plz.i like olympus stylus 710.is it ok or i go for canon or nikon for better result.
- A: Here is our list of cameras in that price range:http://www.digitalcamera-hq.com/digital-cameras/lowest-price_ratings.htmlFor dealers, just click on the... read more
- Q: How do you turn the LCD off and on? I have turned mine off and can't get it back on.
- A: Nancy,The DISP button on the back of the camera should bring it back on.Andrew... read more
- Q: How to save battery life
- A: Alan,Pressing the round button on the back of the camera that has DISP. etched beneath... read more
- Q: what does a continually flashing red icon mean?
- A: The red icon is a notification that you need a flash or that the flash... read more
- Q: Problem in installing the Canon digital Camera Solution Disk version 30
- A: Screen Resolution is adjusted through the control panel.From your Windows, a. click 'Start' at the... read more
- Q: i was reviewing my pictures, and the screen suddenly read 'no image'. when i tried to take a picture the screen said 'memory card error'.
- A: Bethany,This is odd. What camera do you have? Your memory card may be locked. There... read more
- Q: Nikon or Canon for my kid's first real camera
- A: Hilda,For what you're looking for, I would recommend the Nikon L11. It has a lot... read more
- Q: can i move photo over after its been taken
- A: If you're using Canon's Zoom browser, here's the procedure.Me, I prefer Picasa by Google. It's... read more
- Q: Using adapter can we use a microSD card with Canon A550
- A: If you have the SD adapter there should be no reason why you cannot use... read more
- Q: I can not achieve 7 mg photos with this camera.
- A: Hello jkreynolds,I think there may be some confusion regarding these numbers. The A550 is a... read more
- Q: is the A550 and A560 the same ?
- A: The a560 does have digital image stabilization (in the body) but not optical stabilization (in... read more
- Q: Is it normal to hear a little tick when clicking the "playback" button and after capturing an image?
- A: It is normal to hear the click. Sorry if I wasn't clear in the first... read more
- Q: Why would "Comparometer" image quality show 5 Megapixel A460 better than a A550??!
- A: I'm not sure what Comparometer is, but the main reason an A550 picture would be... read more
- Q: is the A550 Vista compatible?
- A: I would bet 10 to 1 that there is no problem. The A550 is part... read more
- Q: How's the video and sound quality? Can it take long videos?
- A: As good as 640x480 can be. It's about VHS quality give or take. How long? read more
- Q: What camera has better image quality, the A550 or A560?
- A: Nearly identical. If you want to see for yourself, swing on by Imaging Resource's "Comparometer... read more
- Q: What are the differences between the S3 and S5? Is it worth the extra $140?
- A: Hi Kik,In terms of other brands, you're right on the H7, the memory cards can... read more
- Q: About how long do the "AA" Alkaline batteries last comapred to the lithium chargable batteries? Which is better?
- A: I recommend using high energy alkaline batteries designed for digital photography. Varta is a good... read more
- Q: I need to photo marks on silver for ebay Which Canon is best fot that?
- A: Hi Dina,The A550 has a macro focus range of 5cm, which is good but not... read more
Open Questions for the Canon A550
- Q: between Canon A550 and also A470 which one better i c the feature all almost the same kindly advise coz im interested in buying either 1
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: i cannot stamp the date
- 5 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: How do I make my camera Vista compatible?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: for a beginner, which would you suggest? canon a550 or sony dsc h2?
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: What is the max size of memory card that can be used with A550
- 5 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: Is it easy to upload pictures with this camera? I bought it for my son and was having a hard time seeing on line how it downloads.
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Which camera is the best choice for a pre-teen?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Which is better the Fuji FinePix A800 or the Canon Powershot A550?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: inexpensive camera for amateur photographer
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: whats a better option? olympus fe200,cybershot650 or canon powershot a550?..
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Which one is a better buy...Canon A450 or Canon A550...
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Need camera with the digital display and also viewfinder because in bright sunlight, the LCD display is blacked out.
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: how can I get max. shutter speed. I can minimise shutter speed but don't know how to maximise shutter speed? pls help
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
See all open questions in Digital Cameras