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Canon PowerShot A710 IS 7.1MP Digital Camera with 6x Image-Stabilized Optical Zoom | 
| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
Buy New: $598.00
as of 11/20/2009 20:00 EST details
New (2) Used (6) from $175.00
Seller: MIKE USA Deals
Rating:  266 reviews
Sales Rank: 11574
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 250
Optical Zoom: 6
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
Battery: 1 NB-2LH Lithium-Ion Battery
Maximum Focal Length: 34.8
Minimum Focal Length: 5.8
Maximum Resolution: 7.1
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 3.8 x 2.6 x 1.6
MPN: 1286B001
Model: 1286B001
UPC: 013803071122
EAN: 0013803071122
ASIN: B000HATNH4
Release Date: September 11, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 7.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints | | • | 6x image-stabilized optical zoom; Very High Quality 2.5-inch LCD display | | • | ISO range up to ISO 800 for less blur in low light while hand-holding, but is a little "noisy" | | • | 3:2 guide masks LCD to display 4 x 6-inch print size; 16:9 format option for still images | | • | Stores images on SD cards; powered by 2 AA-size batteries |
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Product Description
The elegant A710 IS is fully equipped to help busy families capture and hold onto special memories. You'll get up on the stage and down on the field with a powerful 6x optical zoom, and Canon's Image Stabilizer Technology will keep your images clear and sharp at every point in the zoom - even in low light. Excellent 7.1 megapixel resolution, easy high-tech operability and a load of creative shooting modes will keep the fun - and great images - coming.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 266
 Exactly what I wanted November 4, 2006
Hoke (USA)
372 out of 382 found this review helpful
First off I would like to say that I am just an average camera user with no special skills and I really do not understand what any of the jargon means when people talk about their cameras.
I was interested in this camera for several reasons:
1. It was highly rated in every review I read about it by people that know a whole lot more about such things than me.
2. It uses 2 AA batteries not 4 and not a rechargeable battery. I use rechargeable AA batteries on my own. I really do not like being forced to use the ones provided with the cameras. No matter what they say the batteries will run out and at the most inconvenient time. I can swap the batteries out in an instant or buy new ones. You can't do that with other rechargeable batteries. I travel a lot. I never know if I will have access to electricity to recharge my camera or if I will even have time. For this reason I absolutely insist on AA batteries. This may not be a concern for your standard user but it is to devoted travelers.
3. I am not that obsessed with photography. I wanted a camera that would work "out of the box" and let me learn about the features as I go.
4. It uses an SD disk. This allows me to use the same disks without buying new ones or buying an adapter for my computer. I can use the same SD discs with my mp3 player and my palm pilot. This is why I refuse to buy items using xd discs or anything by Sony and their insane use of their memory stick. Hey Sony the Beta was great but no one bought it. You are going down the same path with your memory stick. The deciding factor between a Sony computer and the Gateway I bought was the memory stick feature versus an SD drive. I did not buy cameras from Sony twice now because of the use of memory sticks. I have told many people about this and have steered them to other brands for the same reason. Compatabilty is very important in electronics.
5. It has lots of cool accessories that I may or may not eventually decide to buy. The main one being the waterproof case. I tried this out at the camera store and it was really cool. It allows divers full access to all of the features on the camera and seems like it is really easy to use. I will be buying it in a month or so for an upcoming diving trip. I will know better after that if it works in the water as well as in the camera store.
6. It has a separate watch battery to store the date and time information. That was a major issue I had with my last camera. Digital cameras go through batteries fast. Having to constantly enter this information gets annoying, especially if I am not wearing a watch.
These are my initial thoughts after purchase:
Setting up the camera was a snap. Everything seemed intuitive and I had no problems whatsoever.
I have taken a few test shots in the various modes and am really impressed. It has a lot of detail that my previous camera did not provide.
The camera seems to be the perfect size for me. This camera is big enough so that you can operate the buttons without getting a 4 year old to do it for you. And small enough that it can be used as a handheld camera, fitting nicely in a case around your shoulder.
My only complaint on this camera and with a lot of them is the wheel that switches the modes. I really wish they would make these things flush with the camera body. This one is better than my previous camera but the wheel still shifts modes when you pull it out of its case. Other than that one minor gripe I am very pleased with this purchase.
Actually 4.5, but that wasn't an option November 21, 2006
L. Perrault (WA United States)
163 out of 164 found this review helpful
I researched digital cameras for over two weeks and finally decided on the Canon A710 IS for a couple reasons. One)it offered the 2nd largest optical zoom, only surpassed by Panasonic right now. Two) the sharpness and quality of the canon images. Three) the Image Stabalizer (IS), which is absolutely the best on the market right now. I shook my hand violently while I snapped a picture and it was crisp and clear. Warning: the IS does not work as spectacularly with flash, nor would any other IS system, because the camera sets the shutter speed lower to get enough light in and this effects the IS capability. Still works well, though. Four) This Canon camera is sleek, easy to hold, easy to use menu features, manual options, and lots of cool extras (I love the color accent feature). And five) because of all of the excellent reviews on this particular camera. Pros, cnet, customers, everyone had something positive to say and very few negatives.
I wanted a camera to capture our first child (Simba, a Shiba dog)and our future first child (hopefully in the next year) when they are active, indoor low-light shots of when we are hanging out with our friends, and have the instant on-hand video camera to catch exciting moments. This camera does all that and more! Very impressed with low-light pictures but was hoping for slighly less red eye (hard to get less red eye, though, with where such small cameras have to place the flash).
I was really torn between this one, the Fuji Finepix F30, the Panasonic Lumix TZ1, and the Canon SD800IS. We had a Fuji before that lasted forever and the F30 is said to take the best indoor, low-light photos available in a digital camera right now, but it was hard to find customer reviews on this camera and the optical zoom was only 3x. The Panasonic has the highest optical zoom at 10X, and customer reviews said it was very impressive but I saw quite a few reviews regarding problems in the first few months and a short warranty along with bad customer service. And nothing was said about low-light images, though Panasonic images just aren't as clear and crisp as Canon's.
In the end, I decided the extra megapixel was not worth the lower optical zoom, so I went with this one over the 800IS.
I have attached some pictures to view.
I am very very impressed with this camera. I viewed my pictures hooked up to a 64" TV and they were awesome. The video is also great quality; my stepdad is considering this digital camera with a large memory card instead of getting a new video camera, he was so impressed.
The camera is extremely easy to use and comfortable to grip. The only thing I have to complain about is that I am nervous about the error 08 that people have said causes the camera to stop working and the lens to not retract. However, this was not enough to stop me from purchasing it. This is something any camera could have happen if grain or dirt blocks the lens shutting and canon customer service assured me that if it did happen, they would repair it free of cost to me (I would have to pay shipping). Best way to avoid this, keep in a case.
I have had it for 4 months and have had zero problems.
It uses 2 AA batteries (great for me cause they can be found anywhere) and I played with the camera for almost 2 straight days before they died (lots of pics and video and viewing on screen).
Also, my stepmother has the Canon 600. She dropped it and it fell down about 20 feet, hitting multiple rocks along the way. When recovered, the LCD screen was broken so the menu cannot be viewed, but the camera still works and still takes great photos! Amazingly durable.
I would recommend checking out [...] for more info.
UPDATE: I don't know if it was summer and I just wasn't taking many indoor photos or if my "Auto" setting has changed itself, but I am not getting very clear pictures inside anym ore. Maybe my hand is shaking more but with the IS feature, this shouldn't be a big deal. I have added some pictures that aren't as sharp as before so you can see what I am talking about. I am still happy with my camera but now I will have to toy with all the setting features to see if I can get better inside people shots. Either my subjects have bad red eye, are slightly blurred, or just not clear when I zoom in on my computer (even when the pics were taken at highest resolution. I will update if I fix this problem.
Best bang for your buck! November 14, 2006
L. DeGolia (Seattle, Washington)
66 out of 67 found this review helpful
I hope you like this camera as much as I do!
I spent about three solid days online/in store researching camera's before I decided that this was the camera for me. There were three things that I really wanted from a new camera: better zoom, image stabilization, and better quality pics. I believe I got all of this and more in this little camera.
First, most camera's on the market have a 3X optical zoom- this one has 6x, which gives you a better quality picture further away. I realize there are other camera's on the market that have a better zoom ability, but I did not want to jeopardize size, I wanted something close to "pocket sized."
Second, the image stabilization feature is great- especially at night when you are trying to take photo's of buildings, etc. Regardless of how steady my hand was with my last digital, I could never get a night shot to come out- not a problem with the A710.
Third, the quality of pictures this camera offers is superb. I have no complaints on the ease of taking pictures. While there are quite a few different settings to choose from, the "basic" manual explains each one in an easy to follow manner (and I am not directions reader).
I highly recommend this camera to anyone looking for an easy use, high quality camera. Everything you need comes in the box, you can literally pop the batteries and memory card in and you are set. There are many camera's that have a lot of great options out on the market, but I believe this to be the best.
Very Happy with this camera! October 17, 2006
Buck Eye (Cincinnati, OH USA)
62 out of 68 found this review helpful
I bought this camera about 2 weeks ago and I'm very happy with the camera so far. It's easy to use right out of the box and the picture quality is very good. I like the 6x optical zoom and the IS really helps with the camera shake, especially when using the zoom. The movie mode is very nice as well. The camera is big enough to feel right in my hand yet small enough to easily slip into a sweatshirt pocket or purse. My two complaints are: the camera ships with a 16 MB SD card-which is a joke, and battery life seems fairly short. Investing in rechargables would be a good idea. I'm now using a 1 GB Ultra II SD card with great results. Overall, I'm very happy with the camera and I'm still getting to know it.
I recommend it.
An absolute classic gem improved! February 1, 2007
f.kwan
27 out of 27 found this review helpful
I bought a 710 when my beloved 700's sensor died after two years (digital cameras do not have long lives, unfortunately).
This is a fabulous almost desert island level camera once its limitations are understood and accepted.
The general image quality and color are superb. I have a Pentax K100 DSLR and it is gathering dust because its kit lens colors are inferior to this little Canon.
Resolution is very good at ISO 80-200. I generally just leave it on 80 most of the time. With the image stabilizer, I can take handheld pictures in available light down to 1/5 second at least.
The meter will always blow highlights, I just leave it on -1/3 and all is well.
White balance is fairly decent outdoors, needs to be set manually if you're picky indoors.
I love all the other manual tweaks: manual exposure, color ranges from screaming vivid to insipid neutral, black and white and sepia, the ability to change contrast and sharpness and saturation. I have sharpening set to -2 since their algorithm tends to oversharpen things like landscapes with a lot of detail. I have never used Auto mode, but the Portrait mode produced excellent reduced depth of field as long as you remember to use the lens at maximum telephoto and try to fill the viewfinder with your subject.
The flash recycling time is horrible, but if you have a lot of time and want to illuminate something standing still, its coverage is decent.
Battery life is great. I get about 200 or so shots with rechargeable AAs.
The best thing about this camera is that it lives in my pocket and can be taken anywhere so I not only never miss a shot, but have infinite opportunities to learn and grow as a photographer with shots I never thought I would take.
It would be wonderful to have a swivel screen, but Canon never listens to its customers.
However, if you have more guts than me and can get in people's faces, this truly is the poor man's Leica for the early twenty-first century.
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