Canon Powershot A495
Canon Powershot A495
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Canon Powershot A495
Editor's Review
Replaced by the A800. Here's what we said in early 2010:
One of Canon's A Series offerings for 2010, the A495 is about as straightforward as budget compact cameras get: 10 megapixels, an uninspired 3.3x zoom lacking wide-angle, a low-res 2.5-inch LCD, AA batteries, and a handful of scene modes (including some cool contrast and saturation effects). Image quality isn't bad, though, and for under $100 who can complain?
Specifications
- 10 megapixels
- 3.3x optical zoom
- 2.5-inch LCD screen
- Variety of scene modes
- Captures to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
- AA batteries
- Video mode
- upload directly to YouTube
- Part Number: A495SILVER
- UPC: 013803120028
- Release Date: Feb 28, 2010
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Canon Powershot A495 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
do not buy (noob — 05/15/2011)
this sucks
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canon a495 good camera (peter jones — 04/12/2011)
the lack of optical image stabilization is really an issue. if you want to take photos at night, you really have to use the flash. when light conditions are fine, it takes good shots though.
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Liam McCabe (04/12/2011)
Yep, but that's the tradeoff for the price being so low.
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It's a lemon (Liam Jones — 04/11/2011)
Camera keeps showing a "change the batteries" message despite having new batteries put in it. And yes, I checked the new batteries to make sure they weren't duds. Canon won't even admit its a known problem, which it is.
I'm sure they aren't all like this but there seems to be enough people with the problem to raise a few questions.... like why they are still selling them for example.
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I'm sure they aren't all like this but there seems to be enough people with the problem to raise a few questions.... like why they are still selling them for example.
Tim White (01/29/2012)
I have the problem to the extreme, I think. Good batteries like Duracell or such get about 12-15 pics without flash. "No-name" batteries show the change batteries message upon installation. The camera did NOT start out this way. Too bad, since I am very satisfied with pic quality and features.
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Ali (02/10/2011)
im confused about which one to buy...either canon 495 a or canon 3100IS... i want real crisp excellent image quality...i wont mind even if its a bit bulky..my main concern is the image quality..plz help which one to choose or if there is any other option dat would meet my budget...below $125..plz help
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Liam McCabe (02/10/2011)
The A3100 IS has image stabilization, so you'll get fewer blurry pictures. Definitely worth the bit of extra money.
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Canon A495 vs anything else (David — 10/12/2010)
I am looking for my first digital camera.
Primary purposes are documentation of possessions
(must have good macro performance for some of these),
taking pix to send by email, and posting items for sale online.
I have Pentax ME Super, K1000, and Super Program
film cameras, and get along with them well;
I also have a Nikon Fun Touch 5.
I'd like to buy a Pentax DSLR body so I could use lenses
I already own, but since I can't really afford to buy anything at all right now,
I will need to instead buy a relatively inexpensive snapshot box.
I have looked at reviews and other info; so far,
the Canon PS A495 looks like a good prospect for me.
What say you?
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Primary purposes are documentation of possessions
(must have good macro performance for some of these),
taking pix to send by email, and posting items for sale online.
I have Pentax ME Super, K1000, and Super Program
film cameras, and get along with them well;
I also have a Nikon Fun Touch 5.
I'd like to buy a Pentax DSLR body so I could use lenses
I already own, but since I can't really afford to buy anything at all right now,
I will need to instead buy a relatively inexpensive snapshot box.
I have looked at reviews and other info; so far,
the Canon PS A495 looks like a good prospect for me.
What say you?
Chris Weigl (10/13/2010)
It wont compete with the image quality from any of your film cameras or an entry DSLR. If you can live with inferior image quality it will be just fine, otherwise I suggest waiting to get a DSLR. Remember, there's a used market out there.
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Disappointed (Iftekhar — 10/03/2010)
Unfortunately, bad camera, takes washed out photos even in bright lights at outdoor. It lacks detail when taken to computer, blurred edges. I have tried all the settings possible but in vain. It also keep making loud noise even when not using the optical zoom. I used SONY and Olympus before which had issues in low light, but this one is simply a let down. It is cheap but what's the point, if you are not satisfied. This is my first canon, and I'm really not sure if I will buy another again.
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vraprasad (07/19/2010)
is it has S D M technology?
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by James DeRuvo (07/21/2010)
It Captures to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards. You'd probably need an SD adapter and even then, I rather doubt it. You can try though.
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J Stewart (06/26/2010)
A490 vs A495?
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Liam McCabe (06/28/2010)
Almost the same -- the only big difference I can see in the A495 is that it has face-recognition software. The practical use for this is that you can set the camera to take a picture as soon as an extra face walks into the picture -- that is, you can pose a group shot, hit the shutter, and it won't take a picture until one more person (the shooter) walks into the image.
Otherwise, pretty much the same camera.
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Otherwise, pretty much the same camera.
A495 vs A480 (Jan — 05/24/2010)
The A495 is the second generation of the A480. Price difference is minimal. Does the 495 offer more features? Which is the better camera?
Also which brand of memory card or does it matter? Thanks!
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Also which brand of memory card or does it matter? Thanks!
by James DeRuvo (05/25/2010)
You want to get the fastest memory card you can afford. Measured in Class ratings. IIRC Class 8 is the current fastest.
As for which is better, often times, models that close have small differences like program features, or a wider angle zoom lens. But they're essentially the same camera.
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As for which is better, often times, models that close have small differences like program features, or a wider angle zoom lens. But they're essentially the same camera.
G Camillus N Perera (01/19/2010)
Is it good for a familly ? and what about the charger,cover and the chord for PC ?
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by James DeRuvo (01/30/2010)
What's in the box ....
v PowerShot A495 Body
AA-size Alkaline Battery (x2)
Wrist Strap WS-800
Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
AV Cable AVC-DC300
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v PowerShot A495 Body
AA-size Alkaline Battery (x2)
Wrist Strap WS-800
Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
AV Cable AVC-DC300
G Camillus N Perera (01/19/2010)
Is it good for a familly ?
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by James DeRuvo (01/30/2010)
Canon makes great cameras, and the A line gets better and better.
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Canon Powershot A495 Reviews
Canon Powershot A495 Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 4.0 out of 5
A good value, that takes great pictures
(Campjeep — 06/26/2010)
Simple,easy to use, feels good in hands and it does take great pictures.
A 2 sec delay between shots with out the flash, ( with the flash on the avg is around. 3 TO 6 secs ), and start up time is 1.6 sec.
The camera does not have optical image stabilization.
I use a 2gig san disk sd card ultra II(you do not get one with the camera) that gives you about 750 pictures, I use 2 AA energizer (lithium batterys)(or 2650-2900 mAH rechargables) and that gets about 500-550 pictures . You would not be happy with just standerd AA battery life.
The AA batterys are probably the reason the LCD screen takes so long to recharge after the flash goes off (and to take the next picture) even with the good batterys it is recharging the flash up to 8sec on a (full flash) recharge and the times that are stated above...
I set the I S mode to continous. The disp overlay to grid lines to help take a straighter picture, You may use it for the 1/3 rule also).
Cons: None for this price point.No camera is perfect
Some are having trouble with the shutter button trying to push it half way down trying to compose there picture, on this camera, you only have to touch the shutter button and the weight of your finger will do the trick, if you try to push it half way like the canon A480 or your old camera it will take the picture...
Other Thoughts: The A495 takes great pictures but you will not be able to tell it by the low resolution lcd screen, you will have to wait and look at them on the computer to realy see how good they are. It is sometimes hard to compose your shot in very bright sun light also.
I know this all sounds bad but for the price this camera does take great pictures and is easy and fun to use. It is on par for this price point.
I have bought these for my 4 and 6 year old grand kids ( The canon A 480s) and have had no trouble for a year now.
The next step up is a canon SD 1300 that I know anything about and you can get a upgrade on this stuff if you just can't live with the A495 (I have never used a A3100)so I can not speak for it. I am no expert and I am trying to be honest here and help out if I can, these are just my thoughts, check out the other reviews and good luck on your next camera. I have these cameras (SD 1300,A480 A 495) I really like them.
- 4.0 out of 5
everything is fine except heavy battery discharge
(Sanjay — 02/09/2010)
Results are excellent , features are also good. But it drains battery very soon.
