Still Image: approx. 280 shots (AA-size Alkaline Battery), approx. 500 shots (AA-size Ni-MH Battery) * Playback Time: Approx. 1,200 min. (AA-size Alkaline Battery), approx. 1,200 min. (AA-size Ni-MH Battery) * LCD screen on. The above figures comply with CIPA testing standards and apply when fully-charged batteries are used.
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The PowerShot A640 Black Digital camera from Canon packs the highest resolution in the range into in a compact design with easy-to-use features. With a 10.0 MP CCD sensor, this camera captures images with utmost sharpness and true colors, providing enough detail for large, high quality prints. The 4x optical zoom lenses achieve a 35-140mm focal length (35mm equivalent) while allowing the cameras to maintain a compact size. ISO 800 mode improves results when shooting in low light settings and enables flash-free photography indoors. The cameras' High ISO Auto setting prioritises fast shutter speeds by automatically using the higher range of ISO sensitivities, reducing the risk of unwanted image blur.
The 2.5-inch color TFT LCD allows you to instantaneously preview the captured images. The vari-angle LCD allows you to swivel the LCD 180° to the front of the camera and display a mirror image or a non-reversed image enabling you to take difficult shots with ease. In addition, DIGIC II Image processor and iSAPS technology help link camera functions and signals, while optimizing camera settings before every shot, even during continuous shooting.
A wide variety of preset modes allow you to select from a number of factors, should you have any question as to the best settings for a shot. PictBridge technology lets you directly print your photographs via a compatible printer, bypassing your computer completely. Besides, you can transfer your images to the PC via the USB port. Filming is also possible – VGA quality movies can be captured with sound at a smooth 30 fps. The AV Out connection and supplied cable allows for full screen playback on a TV. This is an incredibly versatile and innovative camera, with a resolution and features to satisfy the most demanding photographer.
The PowerShot A640 Black Digital camera from Canon packs the highest resolution in the range into in a compact design with easy-to-use features. With a 10.0 MP CCD sensor, this camera captures images with utmost sharpness and true colors, providing enough detail for large, high quality prints. The 4x optical zoom lenses achieve a 35-140mm focal length (35mm equivalent) while allowing the cameras to maintain a compact size. ISO 800 mode improves results when shooting in low light settings and enables flash-free photography indoors. The cameras' High ISO Auto setting prioritises fast shutter speeds by automatically using the higher range of ISO sensitivities, reducing the risk of unwanted image blur.
The 2.5-inch color TFT LCD allows you to instantaneously preview the captured images. The vari-angle LCD allows you to swivel the LCD 180° to the front of the camera and display a mirror image or a non-reversed image enabling you to take difficult shots with ease. In addition, DIGIC II Image processor and iSAPS technology help link camera functions and signals, while optimizing camera settings before every shot, even during continuous shooting.
A wide variety of preset modes allow you to select from a number of factors, should you have any question as to the best settings for a shot. PictBridge technology lets you directly print your photographs via a compatible printer, bypassing your computer completely. Besides, you can transfer your images to the PC via the USB port. Filming is also possible – VGA quality movies can be captured with sound at a smooth 30 fps. The AV Out connection and supplied cable allows for full screen playback on a TV. This is an incredibly versatile and innovative camera, with a resolution and features to satisfy the most demanding photographer.
10.0 Megapixel CCD with 4.0X Optical zoomThe PowerShot A640, the first A Series camera with an extremely-high 10.0 megapixel resolution, provides profound image detail with unparalleled richness and depth, and the ultimate flexibility in enlarging and cropping shots. The camera's 4X optical zoom enables quick action with all the advantages of genuine Canon optics: brilliant clarity and true-to-life, vivid color.
DIGIC II Image ProcessorCanon's DIGIC II Image Processor provides markedly faster startup, auto focus and playback for improved processing speed and image quality. DIGIC II assures more colorfully vibrant images.
Large 2.5-inch Vari-Angle LCDThe high-resolution 2.5-inch Vari-Angle LCD monitor provides remarkably big pictures with crisp, clear detail and wide viewing angles for convenient shooting, playback and sharing of pictures and simplifies the use of the menu. Clear and bright, the PowerShot A640 also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light. The Vari-Angle design gives the LCD screen the flexibility to swivel 180° to the front of the camera so you can shoot from any position you please.
16:9 WidescreenThe PowerShot A640 produces widescreen images and film clips perfect for a widescreen TV or computer monitor.
ISO 800The PowerShot A640 features the new ISO 800 setting to negate the effects of camera shake and sharpens subjects in low-light situations with high shutter speeds for greater shooting flexibility.
PictBridge SupportThe PowerShot A640 makes photograph printing easier than ever. Simply connect your PowerShot A640 to any PictBridge-compatible printer, select your image and print settings and press the Direct Print button to start printing.
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Model
Brand
Canon
Series
PowerShot A Series
Model
PowerShot A640
Details
Color
Black
Type
Compact
Image Sensor
Image Sensor
1/1.8" CCD
Gross Pixels
10.4 MP
Effective Pixels
10.0 MP
Resolution
3,648 x 2,736
Lens
Optical Zoom
4X
Digital Zoom
4X
Focal Length
7.3-29.2mm (35mm film equivalent: 35-140mm)
Aperture
f/2.8 - f4.1
Shutter
Shutter Speed
15 - 1/2500s
Self-timer
2s or 10s
Focus
Focus Type
TTL Autofocus
Auto Focus
Yes
Normal Focus Range
1.5 ft./45cm - infinity
Macro Focus Range
0.39 in. - 1.5 ft. / 1-45cm (WIDE), 9.8 in. - 1.5 ft./25 - 45cm (TELE)
Flash
Flash Mode
Auto, Auto w/ Red-Eye Reduction, Auto w/ Slow Synchro, Flash On, Flash On w/ Red-Eye Reduction, Flash On w/ Slow Synchro, Flash Off
Flash Range
Normal: 1.5-14 ft./45cm-4.2m (W), 1.5-9.8 ft./45cm-3.0m (T) Macro: 9.8 in.-1.5 ft./25-45cm (W/T) (when sensitivity is set to ISO Auto)
Exposure
Exposure Control
Program AE
Exposure Compensation
-2 EV to +2 EV in increments of 1/3 EV
Metering System
Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot Metering frame is fixed to the center or linked to the AF frame
Sensitivity
Auto, High ISO Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800 equivalent
Auto; Creative: P, Av, Tv, M, C; Image: Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Special Scene (Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Underwater, Indoor, Kids & Pets, Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color Swap), Stitch Assist, Movie
Playback Time: Approx. 1,200 min. (AA-size Alkaline Battery), approx. 1,200 min. (AA-size Ni-MH Battery)
* LCD screen on. The above figures comply with CIPA testing standards and apply when fully-charged batteries are used.
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions (WxHxD)
4.3" x 2.6" x 1.9" (109.4 x 66.0 x 49.0mm)
Weight
8.64 oz.
Package contents
Package Contents
PowerShot A640 Body AA-size Alkaline Battery (x4) MultiMediaCard-32M Wrist Strap WS-200 Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVC-DC300