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Canon PowerShot A540 6.0MP Digital Camera - Silver

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Product Information

This camera is equipped with an approximately 6.0 million camera effective pixel 1/2.5-inch Charge Coupled Device (CCD). Also, with DIGIC II, higher resolution and high-speed processing were achieved and the startup time and response time were shortened. This camera is equipped with a 4x optical zoom lens, which covers a 35mm film equivalent focal length ranging from 35 mm (Wide Angle) to 140 mm (Telephoto), and f/2.6 (Wide Angle) - f/5.5 (Telephoto) aperture. The recording pixel settings now include a "Widescreen" mode that has the same aspect ratio as 16: 9 widescreen TVs for shooting wide images. Adding ISO 800 has resulted in a faster shutter speed even when shooting in dark environments. This camera is equipped with an upgraded 2.5-inch Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Grid lines are displayed for easier photo composition when the camera is in the Shooting mode. With the newly added Night Display, the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject, making it easier to frame the subject when shooting in dark conditions. The speed of continuous shooting has been increased to approx. 2.3 shots/sec. A function to create a folder to store recorded images by shooting date or shooting month has been newly added. Along with this, operability in playback mode has been improved by the addition of such features as a function to jump to and display the first image of each shooting date.

Product Identifiers

BrandCanon
MPN1118B001
UPC0013803062861
ModelA540
eBay Product ID (ePID)100122536

Product Key Features

Digital Zoom4x
Battery TypeAA
ColorSilver
ConnectivityUSB
FeaturesDigital Zoom, USB, Auto Focus, AV Output
SeriesCanon PowerShot
Optical Zoom4x

Dimensions

Depth1.7in
Width3.56in
Item Weight6.35 Oz.
Height2.52in

Additional Product Features

Screen DetailsLCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-2.5"-Color
Exposure Compensation±2 Ev Range, in 1/3 Ev Steps
Light SensitivityIso 800, Iso Auto, Iso 400, Iso 200, Iso 100, Iso 80
Sensor TypeCCD
Shooting ModesFrame Movie Mode
Macro Focus Range5-45cm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera35-140mm
Special EffectsNeutral, Lighter Skin Tone, Black & White, Positive Film, Sepia, Darker Skin Tone, Vivid Audio, Color Swap, My Colors, Color Accent
Camera Flash FeaturesAf Illuminator, Flash +/- Compensation
White BalanceAuto, Halogen (Preset), Tungsten (Preset), Cloudy (Preset), Manual, Fluorescent (Preset), Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
Focus AdjustmentManual, Automatic
Battery Form FactorStandard Form Factor
Operating System SupportedMississippi Windows XP, Mississippi Windows ME, Mississippi Windows 2000, Mississippi Windows 98SE, Apple Mac Os X 10.2-10.4
Expansion Slot1X SD Memory Card
Sensor Size1/2.5in
MAX Shutter SPEED1/2000 Sec
Display Size2.5in
Still Image FormatExif 2.2, Dpof 1.1, JPEG
Exposure ModesProgram, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
Display RotationBuilt-In
Digital Video FormatAvi, Mjpeg, Motion JPEG
Screen Size2.0".5"
Light Sensitivity MAX800
TypePoint & Shoot
Maximum Resolution6.0MP
Optical Viewfinder TypeReal-Image Zoom
Display TypeLCD
Sensor Resolution6.0MP
Exposure MeteringEvaluative, SPOT, Center-Weighted
Min Shutter SPEED15 Sec
MAX Video Resolution640x480
Additional FeaturesDigital Zoom, USB, Autofocus, AV Output
Flash TypeBuilt-In Flash
Min Operating Temperature0°C
Effective Flash Range0.3m-3.5m
Continuous Shooting SPEED2.3fps
Exterior ColorSilver
Microphone TypeMicrophone-Built-In
MAX Operating Temperature40°C
Connector Types1X Composite Video/Audio Output, 1X DC Power Input, 1X USB
Shooting ProgramsNight Snapshot, Beach, Portrait Mode, Landscape, Stitch Assist, Snow, Underwater, Foliage, Night Scene, Kids & Pets, Indoor, Fireworks
Flash ModesRed-Eye Reduction, Fill-In Mode, Auto Mode, OFF! Mode
Red-Eye ReductionYes
Camera TypePoint & Shoot
Auto Focus TypeTTL Contrast Detection
Viewfinder TypeOptical
Supported Flash MemoryMultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SD Card

Ratings and reviews

4.7
39 product ratings
  • 30 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
  • 7 users rated this 4 out of 5 stars
  • 1 users rated this 3 out of 5 stars
  • 0 users rated this 2 out of 5 stars
  • 1 users rated this 1 out of 5 stars

Easy to use

Good image quality

Good value

Most relevant reviews

  • Amazing quality, but low battery icon.

    I absolutely love this camera! The quality is exactly what I was looking for. It’s amazing! However, after one week of using it the low battery icon popped up, and I’m confused as to why that is because the batteries I put in were brand new. Not sure how to fix this problem, but it’s still great.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • canon powershot

    probably not the best camera, but reliably does a decent job. has macro, auto, landscape, portrait settings, auto focus on or off, can shoot short video with sound. I got an sd card with more memory than the original, hey, this one cost me $12, works great.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Classic Camera

    I bought this camera to replace one my stepmother had ruined by keeping batteries in it too long. She wanted another camera just like the one she had and I was glad to be able to find one for her. She likes it because it is heavier than newer cameras and large enough to grip easily since her hands shake a little. She is 101 years old! The camera came without a memory card and I found that I had to order an older memory card with only 1 g since newer cards with more memory would not work in it..

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Great little camera!

    I have used the Canon PowerShot A540 for years and it is a great camera and easy to use. The first one I bought for personal use and then bought five more for our office. It takes AA batteries which are easy to load and the software loads the pictures to the computer easily.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Older model but loaded with features

    A friend had this model and I knew I wanted one. For an older model it has aperture and shutter priority. The images are very sharp with good contrast. The flash is well balanced for exposure. Also the camera has optical and digital zoom. There are many more unexpected features. The only minor drawback is that after only short use the low battery warning came up. I was using alkaline batteries. When I measure the batteries they show 1.3 volts, certainly enough to continue. I will wait to see when the "danger" warning shows. I am very happy with this camera.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • lightweight easy to use

    Nice, easy camera, fits in your pocket, takes great pics. Goes through batteries fairly fast though.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • bang for your buck!

    I love this little camera! so easy to use and takes really nice pictures

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Older camera, but still great quality photos for the resolution.

    AA batteries make this a great camera for travel. Good picture quality, and it is old enough that it probably won't get stolen.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Canon PowerShot A540

    This is the second A540 I have purchased because it is a great camera. The first camera I have was purchased new retail, so I have all of the original support items. This one is for back up and it has some extra features. The camera is extremely user friendly and takes super images.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Best camera ever!

    Easy to use and just what I wanted. I had one just like it and it broke, this one is even better than the original.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

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