Typical price: £130
What is it: Inexpensive 7-megapixel camera with 4x optical zoom
What we think: Its low price tag and solid performance can help you forget that it doesn't have many bells or whistles
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 19 February 2007
Tags: Canon, Canon PowerShot A550, camera, AA batteries, LCD
We like:
Responsive performance; slightly above-average lens
We don't like:
Images plagued with artefacts and fringing; small LCD
CNET UK judgement:
The Canon PowerShot A550's low price tag and solid performance can help you forget that it doesn't have many bells or whistles
Full review:
Canon's PowerShot A550 is a simple, inexpensive 7-megapixel camera, and that's all it wants to be. While it has some nice features, it doesn't offer any outstanding, unique aspects that put it above any other camera in the field, and that's just fine. Good performance and solid images are all a camera needs to succeed, and the A550 delivers just that. Continue Reading...
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