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Canon Powershot A580
Canon Powershot A580
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.
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Answered Questions for the Canon A580

Q: Does this camera offer burst mode or continuous shoot mode?
A: It does. It offers about 1.4 frames per second. There are faster cameras out there... read more
Q: Key differences between the Canon A580 and A590 and L18.
A: Duplicate question, but here's the answer anyway - No problem Ann!Probably the best bet for... read more
Q: does this camera have a charger?
A: This camera uses AA batteries. So the smart thing to do would be to get... read more
Q: How would you rate this camera for taking pics of jewelry for sale on ebay?
A: this camera is a entry level camera that will not give you the detail you... read more
Q: Which is best A580 or SD1100 IS?
A: Mudit,The A580 allows for more manual settings wheras the SD1100 is more of a snapshooter... read more
Q: Which is better overall, an older Canon SD550 or the Canon A580?
A: All things being equal, I'd say they're similar. Either one will give you Canon performance. read more
Q: Can I make shoot a moving video with this camera and then save it to a DVD on my computer? Does it come with software to do this?
A: Anne,This camera does come with software, but it is pretty basic. Your DVD writer should... read more
Q: compare canon A570 IS and canon SD1000
A: Better really depends on what you want to do with the camera. I've outlined the... read more
Q: Looking for good Point & Shoot
A: that is very easy the panasonic tz3 .http://www.cameras.co.uk/reviews/panasonic-dmc-tz3.cfmhere is a link to christopherrobinaz's photos of... read more
Q: Which is a better one (irrespective of price) Canon A580 or Sony W80
A: I would go with the Canon A580, or maybe even upgrade to the SD series... read more
Q: does this camera have a view finder
A: Absolutely, positively YES. read more
Q: any tips on setting up my a580?mainly to photo family,events.
A: I can be. But the down side is that in lower light situations, the camera... read more
Q: Battery hog?
A: Jackie,Being new, its hard to tell if this camera uses excessive battery amounts. Any digital... read more

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Open Questions for the Canon A580

Q: what is the flashing red camera symbol in the bottom right corner of A580?
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Q: Does this camera supported by Linux?
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Q: clear in-focus pix
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