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Overview
The PowerShot A630 is a compact camera, which is convenient while traveling, yet includes many of the features found on larger size cameras. It has a long list of easy-to-use features, including full manual controls, an optical viewfinder, above average 4x optical zoom, and a swivel LCD screen.
My Best In Class Pick
Canon PowerShot A630
It’s a toss up between the Canon A570 and Canon A630. Both offer good quality and easy-to-use features, full manual controls, a viewfinder, and 4x zoom that is above average. I will make the A630 my top choice because of the big sensor and swivel LCD. However, if you want something smaller with red eye fix and Image Stabilization the A570 is a great choice, also. The Sony W55 doesn’t offer quite as much as the Canon’s but it is a slightly smaller option.
Where to buy
Canon PowerShot A630
Specifications
- Zoom: 4.0x
- Resolution: 8.0MP
- Size: 4.3 x 2.6 x 1.9 in.
- Battery Life: 500 shots
- Easy to Use: Yes
Canon PowerShot A570 IS
Canon A570 (7 megapixels, 4x zoom) is a point and shoot with good photo quality, good features, and nice small size and weight for traveling. It’s features include red eye fix, face detection, and IS (image stabilization). It uses SD cards and rechargeable AA batteries.
Where to buy
Canon PowerShot A570 IS
Specifications
- Zoom: 4.0x
- Resolution: 7.1MP
- Size: 3.5 x 2.5 x 1.7 in.
- Battery Life: 400 shots
- Easy to Use: Yes
Sony Cybershot DSC-W55
Sony W55 (7 megapixels, 3x zoom) is a good quality ultracompact. Photos and performance are good. However, like most ultracompacts, it lacks manual controls and uses a lithium battery which is more expensive than AA’s. It has a viewfinder but it’s small.
Where to buy
Sony Cybershot DSC-W55
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Best Price:
$299
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Specifications
- Zoom: 3.0x
- Resolution: 7.2MP
- Size: 3.5 x 2.2 x 0.9 in.
- Battery Life: 380 shots
- Easy to Use: Yes
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How to Pick Digital Cameras
- For Travel Photos
- For Photos of Children or Pets
- For Action or Sports Photos
- For Photos in Low Light
