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Note: This camera was first sold in Aug 2005. It has been replaced by the Canon A630.
Canon PowerShot A620

Canon PowerShot A620

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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.
  • 5 out of 5
"A610 and A620 are excellent camera also to photograph documents"
  • 5 out of 5
"Pleasanty impressed"
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Answered Questions for the A620

Q: Camera won't take pictures.
A: That's usually indicative of a failed CCD. I'd first try resetting the camera to see if you can clear it... read more
Q: Camera mode is blank will not take new pics can review pics taken flash does work
A: I suspect one of two things. Its either a CCD problem, which is very common in this camera, and Canon... read more
Q: How do I replace the internal battery which holds the date/time settings ?
A: I know this is a little late, but I pulled apart my Canon A620 just recently. The cell you are... read more

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Open Questions for the A620

Q: Need Canon software to download. No icon on desktop
20 points for best answer - 2 replies
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

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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
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  • 4.44 out of 5

Average rating based on 569 total reviews: 4.44/5

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  • 5 out of 5
A610 and A620 are excellent camera also to photograph documents (Heinz Hammerling - 3/28/06)

Really love the camera! Not too small (buttons I can touch). Has an optical viewfinder for bright outdoors or battery savings (only Canon and NIKON... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Pleasanty impressed (ab - 12/18/05)

very good camera. Probably the best I've had so far, after having Olympus Camedia 3030, 5050, and C-50. Very quick focus, no major errors in... read more

  • 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

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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

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