Canon Powershot A540 adds Shutter and Aperture Priority Modes to the old Canon A530 as well as 6MP instead of 5MP, and continues featuring the 4x optical zoom. Also, it enlarges the LCD screen and a 16:9 widescreen resolution option. Not only that I’m happy to find a compact digital camera with manual functions and controls, but I’m also happy to see it has a quite good optical viewfinder that can be used when the sign low battery appears; and the possibility to attach (with an adapter ring) filters and lenses (don’t expect a large range – it’s still a compact camera). An underwater case is also available as optional accessory. It has a good hand grip and it’s very steady on a tripod, but will only fit the bag, not the pocket.
Not only the flexibility of the options it provides, but also the vivid colors, low noise and good sharpening make this camera the best choice for low budget amatory photographers who can not yet afford a dSLR.
Canon PowerShot A540 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A540
Canon PowerShot A540
Canon PowerShot A540
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May 19th, 2007 at 12:03 am
Again, I have to say, that “the vivid colors” look the most of the times unnatural, “canon-ish” - but definitely “nice” for an unexperienced eye.