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GE A1255 Black 12.2 MP 5X Optical Zoom Digital Camera

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1/2.33" CCD
2.7" 230K LCD
5X Optical Zoom 5.7X Digital Zoom

The GE A1255 digital camera is a compact and feature-rich camera for all occasions. An outstanding 12-megapixel sensor and a 5X optical zoom lens provide profound image detail for pictures taken from afar to close-up. Get crisp photos at the perfect moment with unique features such as Pan-Capture Panorama, Auto Scene Detection, Blink Detection, Smile Detection, Face Detection, Image Stabilization, In-Camera Red-Eye Removal and Auto Adjust Brightness LCD.

12.2 MEGAPIXEL IMAGE SENSOR The GE A1255 features an amazing 12.2 megapixel effective CCD to provide profound image detail with unparalleled richness and depth, and the ultimate flexibility in enlarging and cropping shots.
5X OPTICAL ZOOM The GE A1255’s 5X optical zoom brings far-away objects up close for exceptionally sharp, clear images.
Pan-Capture Panorama Wide-view photos are produced by panning the camera across to create a seamless panoramic picture.
Auto Scene Detection and Auto Adjust Brightness LCD Automatically determines the appropriate scene type and optimizes exposure for sharp, vibrant pictures. The LCD screen adjusts to the existing lighting conditions so you can frame your subject properly.
Face Detection Face Detection automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant pictures.
Image Stabilization Overcomes camera shake to help you take clearer, sharper pictures.

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General

Brand: GE

Series: Smart Series

Model: A1255

Part#: A1255-BK/B

Color: Black

Dimensions (WxHxD): 3.65 inch x 2.41 inch x 1.11 inch

Weight: 4.6 oz. (Body only)

Type: Compact

Image Sensor

Image Sensor: 1/2.33" CCD

Gross Pixels: 12.4 MP

Effective Pixels: 12.2 MP

Resolution: 12MP: 4000 x 3000, (3:2) 10MP: 4000 x 2672 , (16:9)
9MP: 4000 x 2248, 10MP: 3648 x 2736, 8MP: 3264 x 2448
5MP: 2560 x 1920, 3MP: 2048 x 1536, 0.3MP: 640 x 480

Image Stabilization: Electronic

Lens

Optical Zoom: 5X

Digital Zoom: 5.7X

Focal Length: 6.3 mm (Wide) - 31.5 mm (Tele)
35mm film equivalent: [ 35 mm (Wide) - 175 mm (Tele) ]

Aperture: f / 3.0 (Wide) - f / 4.7 (Tele)

Shutter

Shutter Speed: 4 ~ 1/2000 seconds (Manual: 30 seconds)

Focus

Auto Focus: Yes

Focus Modes: Single AF, Multi-AF (TTL 9-point), Face-Detection + Face AE, AF Assist Light (On / Off)

Normal Focus Range: (Wide) 23.6 in. ~ infinity / 60 cm ~ infinity , (Tele) 31.5 in. ~ infinity / 80 cm ~ infinity

Macro Focus Range: (Wide) 2.0 in. ~ 31.5 in. / 5 cm ~ 80 cm, (Tele) 23.6 in. ~ infinity / 60 cm ~ infinity

Flash

Flash Mode: Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, No Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Reduction + Slow Synchro Gno. 5.3 (ISO 100)

Flash Range: (Wide) Approx. 23.6 in. ~ 192.9 in. / 0.6 m ~ 4.9 m
(Tele) Approx. 31.5 in. ~ 122.0 in. / 0.8 m ~ 3.1 m (ISO 800)

Exposure

Exposure Control: Program AE (AE-lock available)

Exposure Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV in increments of 1/3 EV

Metering System: Artificial Intelligence AE (Ai AE), Center-weighted Average, Spot (Fixed to center of frame)

Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600

White Balance

White Balance: Auto (AWB), Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, CWF, Incandescent, Manual

Viewfinder & Monitor

LCD: 2.7" 230K

Functions

Continuous Drive: Approx. 1.8 fps (Large / Fine Mode)

Shooting Modes: Auto, Manual, ASCN, Image Stabilization, Scene, Panorama, Portrait, Movie

Scene Modes: Sport, Landscape, Children, Indoor, Leaf, Snow, Sunset, Fireworks, Glass, Museum, Night Landscape, Night Portrait

Playback: Single Photo, Index (4 / 9 / 16 thumbnails), Slide Show, Movie (Slow-Motion possible) Zoom (Appr ox. 2x ~ 8x), Audio, Histogram Display

Recording System

File Formats: JPEG (EXIF 2.2)

Internal Memory: 18MB

Storage Media: SD / SDHC Card

Movie

Movie Format: MOV (QuickTime Motion JPEG)

Movie Recording: 640 x 480pixels:30fps / 15fps, 320 x 140pixels:30fps / 15fps

Max. Recording Resolution: 640 x 480

Interface

USB: USB2.0

A/V Out: Yes

Battery

Battery: 2 x AA Batteries

Battery Life: Approx. 180 shots for AA Alkaline Batteries
Approx. 340 shots for AA NiMH Batteries (based on CIPA Standards)

Feature

Features: Pan-Capture Panorama

Face Detection

Auto Scene Detection

Image Stabilization

Blink Detection

In-Camera Red-Eye Removal

Smile Detection

Auto Adjust Brightness LCD

Quick Info

Warranty

Limited Warranty period (parts): 90 days
Limited Warranty period (labor): 90 days

Manufacturer Contact Info

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N/A 5/4/2013 7:03:56 AM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 1/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 1/5Beware of Refurbished item Pros: cheap $35 for 12.2mp seems like a great deal until the item arrives making strange noises. Cons: Shutter makes clicking noises constantly. How can you not hear that noise and resell it as refurbished. I have a feeling this item is going back Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 1/25/2013 10:21:19 AM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 4/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 4/5 Pros: Excellent camera! Made the wife so happy. Cons: Drains the batteries pretty quick cost it one egg. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
oldman4852 11/20/2012 9:34:17 AM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 3/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5BDay gift Pros: Price, Brand Name, 12.2 MP . Easy to set up and use. Takes great photos. Cons: No wrist strap included. 0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Funk 11/2/2012 12:48:54 AM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 3/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5 Pros: got it cheap does what it's supposed to do comes with USB cables,etc Cons: No carrying case Other Thoughts: Good buy, got a cheap,good,camera to take various pictures while I go about my life 1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!