Click to take a QTVR tour of the A720IS The PowerShot A720 IS digital camera is designed to make capturing and preserving memories fast, fun and easy. The upgraded 8.0-megapixel resolution and Canon's Optical Image Stabilization technology ensure that images are sharp and clear - even those prone to image blur caused by camera shake. The A720 is also capable of recording high-quality VGA movies, making it perfect for capturing memories in motion. The new camera has a wide array of creative shooting modes, a simple control layout for super-easy operability and an ergonomically correct grip to ensure a comfortable fit. Both of these new A-series cameras for 2007 are built for fun in the sun and sea. Snap the PowerShot A650 IS into Waterproof Case WP-DC18 or the PowerShot A720 IS into Waterproof Case WP-DC 16 and they become both weatherproof and waterproof at depths up to 130 feet, making them great accessories for the beach, water-park or a scuba trip. The "brain" of these new PowerShot cameras is DIGIC III, the gold standard on all new Canon digital cameras. The DIGIC III image processor accounts for the camera's higher performance levels, including faster start-up, faster autofocus and quicker shutter response times. The DIGIC III chip design improves image quality and offers more efficient power consumption, resulting in extended battery life under typical shooting conditions. With Canon's new Genuine Face Detection technology, the camera can detect up to nine forward-looking human faces in a scene. The Face Detection algorithm automatically prioritizes and selects faces and not simply the closest object (based on Canon's Intelligent Scene Analysis/iSAPS technology). It will then optimize the focus, exposure and flash to ensure the best possible results. Using Canon's Face Detection, photographers can keep up to nine faces in focus at any one time no matter where they are within the image. Working in concert with Face Detection, the "Red-Eye Correction" feature helps to detect and correct red-eye during playback mode. Images can be corrected automatically or manually while viewing photos on the LCD screen. Canon's new Face Detection Technology makes for even easier picture-taking moments, helping users ensure in-focus smiles, and assist in the elimination of over-exposed faces. The extended zoom range of these cameras makes optical image stabilization (OIS) essential. Canon's lens shift OIS provides an effective antidote to camera shake, particularly at longer zoom lengths or during long exposures when even the slightest hand-held shake is magnified to picture-blurring proportions. Superior to electronic image stabilization systems that simply use software to mask movement, OIS actually shifts the lens proportionately to compensate for unwanted motion, making it easier to snap great images. The OIS found in Canon PowerShot digital cameras is based on technology developed for Canon's renowned high-end professional EOS SLR cameras. The steady effectiveness is further enhanced when paired with the new "Auto ISO Shift" feature which, at the touch of a button, can automatically increase the ISO speed setting as required to maintain fast shutter speeds when shooting in low-light conditions without a flash. All Canon PowerShot digital cameras work seamlessly with Canon's compact photo printers to deliver stunning high-quality borderless prints. Consumers simply connect their PowerShot digital camera to a Canon compact photo printer, press the Print/Share button, and moments later a brilliant, borderless 4" x 6" print begins to emerge; it's that simple. Canon's compact photo printers are PictBridge compatible, so they work with PictBridge enabled digital cameras to provide users with excellent image quality and ease- of-use, especially when paired with a Canon digital camera. As an added convenience, Canon PowerShot digital cameras also accommodate MultiMedia MMC memory cards, as well as standard SD memory cards and the new, high-capacity SDHC memory cards. This way, consumers do not have to carry around multiple memory cards in order to be able to continue to save those special moments during extended vacations or high- photo-taking adventures. Canon PowerShot owners can travel in sleek style. Powershot A720IS Features: 8.0 Megapixel CCD imager for image sizes up to 3264 x 2448 Canon 6x zoom with optical image stabilization 2.5" color LCD with up to 10x playback zoom Advanced TTL AiAF 9-point autofocus system Program AE, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority and Manual modes 12 Pre-programmed creative scene modes for beginners Movie mode w/sound, 640x480/320x240 30fps up to 4GB 1.3fps Continuous burst capture of Large/Fine images Evaluative, Center-weighted or Spot metering options Stitch Assist mode for perfect panoramas Exposure compensation: +/-2EV in 1/3-step increments White Balance: Auto, 6 presets or Custom Orientation sensor that automatically detects vertical or horizontal shooting Low-light focus assist illuminator Light-guide zoom flash, angle changes with focal length Optional High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Shutter speeds of 15 seconds to 1/2000 second Selectable ISO settings from 80 to 1600 Voice memo (up to 60 secs) can be attached to images Built-in microphone and speaker Powered by two standard AA type batteries Direct print and PictBridge Compatible USB 2.0 high speed connectivity for PC and Mac SD/SDHC/MMC/MMC Plus memory cards, 16MB supplied The PowerShot A720IS digital camera is available now, with an MSRP of US$249.9. This digital package includes: PowerShot A720 IS Body, AA-size Alkaline Battery (x2), SD Memory Card SDC-16M, Wrist Strap WS-200, Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM, USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU, and AV Cable AVC-DC300.

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Powershot A720 IS Specifications
Type of Camera	Compact digital still camera with built-in flash, 6x Optical / 4x Digital / 24x Combined Zoom with Image Stabilizer (IS) System
Image Capture Device
Type	8.0 Megapixel, 1/2.5 inch type Charge Coupled Device (CCD)
Total Pixels	Approx. 8.3 Megapixels
Effective Pixels	Approx. 8.0 Megapixels
Lens
Focal Length	5.8-34.8mm f/2.8-4.8 (35mm film equivalent: 35-210mm)
Digital Zoom	4x
Focusing Range	Normal: 1.8 ft./55cm-infinity Macro: 0.39 in.-1.8 ft./1-55cm (WIDE)
Autofocus System	TTL Autofocus
Viewfinders
Optical Viewfinder	Real-image optical zoom viewfinder
LCD Monitor	2.5 inch low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD
LCD Pixels	Approx. 115,000 pixels
LCD Coverage	100%
Aperture and Shutter
Maximum Aperture	f/2.8 (W) - f/4.8 (T)
Shutter Speed	15-1/2000 sec. (settable in Tv and M)
Exposure Control
Sensitivity	Auto, High ISO Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800 /1600 equivalent
Light Metering Method	Evaluative*, Center-weighted average, Spot** * Control to incorporate facial brightness in Face Detection AF ** Metering frame is fixed to the center or linked to the AF frame
Exposure Control Method	Program AE, Manual, AE Lock
Exposure Compensation	+/-2 stops in 1/3-stop increments
White Balance
White Balance Control	Auto, Preset (Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Underwater), Custom
Flash
Built-in Flash	Auto, Auto w/ Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On w/ Red-eye Reduction, Flash Off; FE lock, Safety FE, Slow Synchro, Second-curtain synchro
Flash Range	1.0-11 ft./30cm-3.5m (W), 1.8-8.2 ft./55cm-2.5m (T) (when sensitivity is set to ISO Auto)
Recycling Time	10 sec. or less (battery voltage=3.0V)
Flash Exposure Compensation	+/-2 stops in 1/3-stop increments
Shooting Specifications
Shooting Modes	Auto, P, Av, Tv, M, Portrait, Landscape, Special Scene (Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Night Scene, Aquarium, Underwater), Indoor, Kids & Pets, Night Snapshot, Stitch Assist, Movie
Photo Effects	My Colors Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Custom
Self-Timer	Activates shutter after an approx. 2-sec./10-sec. delay, Custom
Wireless Control	Not available
Continuous Shooting	Approx. 1.3 fps
Image Storage
Storage Media	SD/SDHC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, MMC Plus Card, HC MMC Plus Card
File Format	Design rule for camera file system, DPOF Version 1.1
Image Compression	Normal, Fine, SuperFine
JPEG Compression Mode	Still Image: Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Movie: AVI (Image: Motion JPEG; Audio: WAVE (Monaural))
Number of Recording Pixels	Still Image: 3,264 x 2.448 (Large), 2,592 x 1,944 (Medium 1), 2,048 x 1,536 (Medium 2), 1,600 x 1,200 (Medium 3), 640 x 480 (Small), 3,264 x 1,832 (Widescreen) Movie: 640 x 480 (30 fps/30 fps LP), 320 x 240 (30 fps) available up to 4GB or 60 minutes, 160 x 120 (3 minutes at 15 fps)
Playback Specifications
Playback Modes File	Still Image: Single, Magnification (approx. 2x-10x), Jump, Auto Rotate, Rotate, Resume, Histogram, Index (9 thumbnails), Sound Memos, Red-eye Correction, RAW playback, Resize Movie: Normal Playback, Special Playback
Erasing Specifications
Erase Modes	Still Image: single image, all images Movie: part of movie, all of movie
Interfaces
Computer Interface	USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B jack)
Video Out	NTSC/PAL
Audio Out	Monaural
Other	Memory card slot; direct connection to Canon CP and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers, PIXMA Photo Printers and PictBridge-compatible printers via camera's USB 2.0 Hi-Speed cable
Power Supply
Power Source	1. AA-size Alkaline Battery (x2) 2. Rechargeable AA-size Ni-MH Battery (x2) 3. AC Adapter Kit ACK800
Shooting Capacity	Still Image: approx. 140 shots (AA-size Alkaline Battery), approx. 400 shots (AA-size Ni-MH Battery)*
Playback Time	Approx. 540 min. (AA-size Alkaline Battery), approx. 660 min. (AA-size Ni-MH Battery) * LCD monitor on. The above figures comply with CIPA testing standards and apply when fully-charged batteries are used.
Physical Specifications
Operating Temperature	32-104°F/0-40°C
Operating Humidity	10-90%
Dimensions (W x H x D)	3.83 x 2.64 x 1.65 in. / 97.3 x 67.0 x 41.9mm
Weight	Approx. 7.05 oz. / 200g (camera body only)

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