Canon PowerShot A300

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Canon PowerShot A300

Features of the Canon PowerShot A300:

• 3.2 megapixels
• DiGic processor
• Single lens 33mm (35mm equivalent)
• 5x Digital Zoom
• Close up focusing (5cm in macro)
• 1.5" TFT colour screen
• AF method: 5 point AiAF/1 point (centre)
• 3 minute movie clips with sound
• Multiple Shooting modes
• AA-size Alkaline/NiMH battery (x2)
• Direct print compatible to all Canon direct printers

Canon PowerShot A300 reviews

Average rating from 9 reviews:

Reviewed by kumar Gaurav from India on 5th Feb 2007
i liked it very much, what a great battery backup when used with 2100mah sony battery, can take more than 75 snaps. only problem is with the switch for the still n movie mode, usually mode is changed without my knowledge, it should be considered with digital buttons as other properties of the camera.
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Reviewed by Tone from Australia on 2005/02/22
Using 2400 NmHi rechargable batteries I have no trouble taking well over 80 pix with the LCD screen on. Only niggle: the switch for still/movie shooting is easily changed when taking the camera from its bag. I can't get it to work on XP SP2 - Canon's WIA xp drivers didn't work - still looking (that's why I'm here!)
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Reviewed by Char from USA on 2005/01/23
Battery span is incredibly poor. Original batteries were good. Have never found any other new batteries that lasted for more than 10 or 12 pictures or could be recharged and last for more than one or two pics. You often have to force the camera to take a picture by holding the shutter button down repeatedly and/or opening and closing the lens cover repeatedly to get the camera to come on. (It always thinks the batteries are dead.) Although it has a lot of great features and it is true that the pictures when you finally get one are crystal clear, I would not recommend this camera to anyone, new or advanced users -- there has to be a better value in 3.2 megapixels for the money out there.
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Reviewed by Kristen from USA on 2004/12/18
My family has now been traveling for 5 months and I bought this camera to capture the fun memories. This camera has absolutely no battery life span. I bought rechargable batteries and I have to recharge them about every 10-15 minutes if I don't want to wait for about 8-10 clicks for it to finally take. I was very, very dissappointed with the performance of this camera. I would go with a different one DEFINITELY next time I buy one.
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Reviewed by Boston Robert from USA on 2004/11/15
This is the second digital camera we have owned (First was a big disapointment.) and we are very happy with it. Once you read the directions and play with all the different functions you'll love it too. One draw back...The battery life is very poor. I bought a Powerex 100 minute cool charger, and 4 NIMH rechargable batteries and now I'm all set to shoot many many beautiful pictures...Very good choice for beginners. Thank you Canon....Robert & Carol
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Reviewed by mihai from romania on 2004/10/15
thanks !
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Reviewed by Joy Gafforini from America on 2004/08/16
I've always had great success with Canon cameras in the past. This is my first digital camera and I paid a little more than I intended for my first digital because I wanted what the salesman told me was the best. The batteries lasted through 12 pictures and I cannot find the proper batteries at my local WalMarts or Best Buy. I now have a camera without batteries and no pictures. When I read the book it tells me I have to use Cannon NiMH batteries for proper use and I also have to buy a charger. I am very disappointed.
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Reviewed by Jane from UK on 2004/08/03
This is my first digital camera, and I have found it a joy to use. Well done Canon! I just use the automatic point-and-shoot mode, but it does have advanced options if you want to use them. The only disadvantage I have found is that batteries don't last long. I would recommend this for someone who wants an easy-to-use camera that takes good pictures.
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Reviewed by Lauren from USA on 2004/07/14
This camera has no battery span. The batteries have to constantly recharge and can only last a little more than an hour. Also, the flash takes about a minute to load, meaning you can press the button to take a picture up to 10 times before it actually WILL take the picture. However once the pictures do come out, they are crystal clear, and the zoom is okay. But the flash loading time and battery span are NOT worth it. Go for a different camera. It's also too big to fit in your pocket, so getting it out of a bag is pretty difficult.
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