Typical price: £80
What is it: Budget 7-megapixel compact camera
What we think: Surprisingly good pictures and performance for the price
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 1 April 2008
Tags: Canon, Canon PowerShot A470, lag, QVGA, autoexposure
We like:
Inexpensive; fast performance
We don't like:
Noisy pictures; chunky design
CNET UK judgement:
For the money, you'd have a hard time finding a better snapshot camera
Full review:
You don't need to pay very much this year to get a pretty good digital camera. Solid budget models are becoming less expensive and offering better performance -- the Canon PowerShot A470 is one of the best examples of this trend. With a price tag less than £100, and under £80 if you shop around online, it produces surprisingly good pictures. It isn't the prettiest camera available and it doesn't have any flashy features, but for the price, it's hard to beat. Continue Reading...
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