Rating 3.8 23 reviews
Manufacturer: Canon
CNET
16 years ago

Canon PowerShot A490

Canon's PowerShot A3000 IS is AU$20 more than the A495 and has a better lens, a rechargeable battery, and image stabilisation, but honestly, we'd rather save the money and get the A495 or the A490.
Pros:
  • Excellent photos for its price
  • Reliable Auto mode
Cons:
  • Short battery life
  • Low-resolution LCD
  • Slow shooting performance
  • Very basic features
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CNET
16 years ago

Canon PowerShot A490 (Silver)

Though its feature set is light, the Canon PowerShot A490 is a very good choice for anyone on a tight budget who still wants excellent photo quality.
Pros:
  • Excellent photos for its price
  • reliable Auto mode
Cons:
  • Short battery life
  • low-resolution LCD
  • slow shooting performance
  • very basic features
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Steve's Digicams
16 years ago

Canon PowerShot A490

The new Powershot A490 is Canon's newest entry-level compact digicam. This stylish camera features a 10-Megapixel imaging sensor, Digic III image processor, a 2.5-inch LCD screen and Canon's Smart Auto mode which automatically picks all the camera's settings based on the current shooting conditions.
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