Unbiased digital camera reviews, advice, and prices
Note: This camera was first sold in Aug 2005. It has been replaced by the Canon A630.
Canon PowerShot A620

Canon PowerShot A620

B-
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.
  • 4 out of 5
"Great inexpensive camera"
  • 5 out of 5
"Canon A620"
See rating based on 567 user reviews
Submit your own Canon A620 review!
This camera is ranked

Research the Canon PowerShot A620

Editors' Comments

Replacing the powerful and popular A95, the A620's large 7.1 megapixel sensor and increased 4x optical zoom make it a worthy successor If you're hunting for a bargain, the more affordable 5 megapixel A610 or A95 would suit you well, but if you're looking for the latest, greatest, cutting edge camera, the A620 is the one for you. Retails for around... read more

Specifications

  • 7.1 megapixels
  • 4x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • auto and manual focus
  • auto and manual exposure
  • ISO 50-400, JPEG file format
  • 4 "AA" batteries
See more specifications...

Ask a question & get answers about the A620

Subscribe to get email updates for questions about this product

Answered Questions for the A620

Q: My pictures are blurry! Especially when taking pictures of people.
A: First thing I would do is reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure which involves either going into... read more
Q: My A620 won't shut off and when I put the batteries in it comes on without touching the power button.
A: What I would recommend is to place the camera in a zip lock bag with a cup of uncooked rice. read more
Q: How do I speed up recovery time between shots
A: Hi Una,This isn't really something you can adjust- this is called the camera's recovery time, and some cameras handle it... read more

See more answered questions for the A620...

Open Questions for the A620

Q: Trouble switching between shooting and playback modes
20 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: camera error: "NO memory card" when card is in camera.
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I have a memory card error after getting the camera slightly wet, what do I do?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply

See more open questions for the A620...

Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Canon A620

Store Rating Store Name Price Visit Store
powered by Shopping.com
3.0 out of 5 136 Store Reviews Amazon Marketplace $549.99 Go!
4.0 out of 5 1119 Store Reviews eBay $319.95 Go!

Share your opinion and read others' reviews of the Canon A620

  • 4.41 out of 5

Average rating based on 567 total reviews: 4.41/5

DigitalCamera-HQ User Reviews

Submit your own A620 review!

  • 4 out of 5
Great inexpensive camera (Lisa Klann - 1/11/09)

I have had this camera for just over 3 years.
I think it takes amazing pictures and the software has always been very easy to... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Canon A620 (Raz - 12/27/08)

I know there's many people complaining about the noise levels at certain ISO's and other problems with this camera, but one has to remember that... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Never disapoints (jose martinez - 12/1/08)

Excellent point and shot..that let's you control a lot of parameters to get creative. Exposure is always right at sun or low light. Focus is... read more

See all A620 user reviews...

Professional Reviews

  • 5 out of 5
High quality, low price (Steve's Digicams - 11/10/05)

This Steve's Digicams review gives the Canon A620 a good going over, and gets very excited about this camera's potential. read original review

  • 5 out of 5
One of the best cameras in its class (DC Resource - 11/4/05)

DC Resource sees the A620 as a great choice for users of all levels from beginner to enthusiast. read original review

  • 5 out of 5
Improved performance (CNET - 11/4/05)

CNET loves the A620, and sees it as the satisfying followup to the A95, with improved overall performance and a slew of new features that will make the A620 the premier digital camera in Canon's stable. read original review

See all A620 professional reviews...

Start Here!
Most Popular
  1. Canon SD1200 IS
  2. Olympus E-P1
  3. Canon 500D
  4. Sony W290
  5. Nikon D90
  6. Sony T90
  7. Panasonic ZS3
  8. Nikon D5000
  9. Olympus SP-590UZ
  10. Panasonic FZ28
Price Range
Camera Type
Megapixels
Camera Brand
Hands-On Reviews
Latest Cameras
Top Searches
Our Other Sites

Close
Loading