Canon's New PowerShot A510 Digital Camera Provides Quality and Flexibility in an Affordable Compact Package.LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. -- New PowerShot A510 Digital Camera Features 4x Optical Zoom Changing the focal length of a camera by adjusting the physical zoom lens. All zoom lenses in film cameras and digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras are optical zoom. Digital point-and-shoot cameras as well as consumer and prosumer video camcorders have optical zoom, but they also , SD Media And Smaller Size Than Previous Models Building upon the enormous success of the PowerShot A70 and A75 models, the most popular digital cameras of 2003 and 2004 in the U.S.*, Canon's new compact 3.2 megapixel PowerShot A510 digital camera with a powerful 4x optical zoom provides consumers with a comfortable introduction to the fun and freedom of digital photography. Named for their use of AA batteries, Canon's A-series digital cameras offer easy-to-use, high quality features to consumers looking to capture, save and share meaningful memories, personal milestones and family functions. "Backed by more than 70 years of imaging technology experience, Canon delivers sophisticated, stylish high-quality digital imaging technology and easy-to-use product designs that fit into a wide range of consumer lifestyles," said Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior vice president and general manager of the consumer imaging group at Canon U.S.A., Inc, a subsidiary of Canon, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :CAJ CAJ Canadian Association of Journalists CAJ Christliche Arbeiterjugend (German Young Christian Workers) CAJ China Academic Journals CAJ Christian Academy in Japan CAJ Canaima, Venezuela (Airport Code) ). "Canon's PowerShot A-series has been the most popular digital camera line-up among consumers for almost two successive two years. We fully expect the PowerShot A510 camera to be as well received by consumers as its predecessors." PowerShot A510 Digital Camera The next generation PowerShot A510 digital camera is 13 percent smaller and 10 percent lighter than its predecessor, yet it is equipped with a longer 4.0x 35-140mm (35mm format equivalent) optical zoom lens with Canon optics for sharp images. The new lens features all-glass construction and two aspherical a·spher·ic also a·spher·i·cal adj. Varying slightly from sphericity and having only slight aberration, as a lens. Adj. 1. elements in a seven-element formula. In order to make the camera smaller, Canon engineered the new PowerShot A510 model to accept SD media. Even with its small size, the camera sports a large 1.8-inch LCD screen for easy preview and review. It also includes Canon's exclusive DIGIC DIGIC Digital Imaging Integrated Circuit (Canon) DIGIC Digital Imaging Core image processor for faster processing speed See MHz. and excellent image quality with crisp, vibrant colors. The PowerShot A510 digital camera requires only two AA batteries, while providing the same number of shots (300 with LCD screen on) as previous models that used four batteries, thanks to reductions in power consumption made possible by improvements in key components and circuit design. Like its A75 predecessor, the PowerShot A510 digital camera is equipped with a nine-point AiAF "Smart" autofocus autofocus Noun a camera system in which the lens is focused automatically Noun 1. autofocus - an optical device for focussing a camera or other instrument automatically system and 13 shooting modes. The standard shooting modes are Full Auto Full Auto is a video game for the Xbox 360 console published by Sega. Developed by Pseudo Interactive, it is a vehicular combat racing game. It features destructible environments and (in certain races) a mode called "Unwreck" which rewinds time if the player makes a mistake , Program, Manual, Shutter-priority and Aperture-priority with additional modes including Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Fast Shutter, Slow Shutter, Special Scene, Stitch Assist and Movie. The Special Scene mode, which makes it easy for beginners to achieve optimum results in many popular photo opportunities, has been enhanced with the addition of two new settings called Night Snapshot and Kids & Pets. The PowerShot A510 digital camera is also capable of recording movies with sound for up to three minutes "Three Minutes" is the 46th episode of Lost. It is the twenty-second episode of the second season. The episode was directed by Stephen Williams, and written by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz. It first aired on May 17, 2006 on ABC. per clip, making it perfect for capturing memories in motion. The new camera's grip is ergonomically improved, and the control layout is even easier to use than before. Other camera functions including self-timer and review have also been enhanced for greater creative flexibility. The DIGIC(TM) Difference Image quality is enhanced and improved as a result of Canon's proprietary DIGIC (Digital Imaging Integrated Circuit integrated circuit (IC), electronic circuit built on a semiconductor substrate, usually one of single-crystal silicon. The circuit, often called a chip, is packaged in a hermetically sealed case or a nonhermetic plastic capsule, with leads extending from it for ) image processor. DIGIC combines the roles of image processing image processing Set of computational techniques for analyzing, enhancing, compressing, and reconstructing images. Its main components are importing, in which an image is captured through scanning or digital photography; analysis and manipulation of the image, accomplished and camera function control into one chip, resulting in faster display and write times for each image and lower power consumption, which extends battery life. Moreover, because DIGIC technology was designed specifically for use in digital cameras it is also capable of handling JPEG JPEG in full Joint Photographic Experts Group Standard computer file format for storing graphic images in a compressed form for general use. JPEG images are compressed using a mathematical algorithm. compression and expansion; memory card control; LCD/Video control and processing gain control (control of CCD CCD in full charge-coupled device Semiconductor device in which the individual semiconductor components are connected so that the electrical charge at the output of one device provides the input to the next device. signal amplification); Auto Exposure; Auto Focus; Auto White Balance control and most other functions. Print/Share Button Located on the backside of the PowerShot A510 digital camera is the Print/Share button. This button simplifies and accelerates direct printing to compatible Canon and PictBridge-enabled printers and one-touch image transfer to Windows XP The previous client version of Windows. XP was a major upgrade to the client version of Windows 2000 with numerous changes to the user interface. XP improved support for gaming, digital photography, instant messaging, wireless networking and sharing connections to the Internet. , Me, 2000, and 98 computers for use with image processing programs, uploading to the Internet, or as email attachments. When the camera is connected to a compatible printer or computer, the Print/Share button illuminates to let the user know to press the Print/Share button to begin the printing or downloading process. Optional Accessories In addition to its rich feature set, the PowerShot A510 digital camera is compatible with a wide variety of optional accessories including supplementary wide-angle (WC-DC52), telephoto (TC-DC52A) and close-up lenses (52mm Close-up Lens 250D). These accessories enhance the new camera's versatility and make it easier to use in specialized applications such as real estate and insurance photography. A Waterproof Case WP-DC60 is also available and can be used at depths up to 130 feet. The combination of the A510 digital camera with the WP-DC60 housing is great for family vacations at the beach, while skiing, or simply to protect the camera from the elements. Pricing & Availability The PowerShot A510 digital camera kit includes Interface Cable IFC-400PCU PCU - PCI Configuration Utility , AV Cable AVC-DC300, Wrist Strap A device that grounds the user when making repairs to electronic equipment. It prevents electrostatic discharge (ESD) by channeling static electricity from the person to ground. One end is wrapped around the wrist, and the other is typically attached to the frame of the device being WS-200, SD MultiMediaCard MMC-16M and two AA-size Alkaline batteries as well as Canon Digital Camera Solution Disc Version 22, featuring the latest versions of Canon's powerful software and ArcSoft PhotoStudio. The Canon PowerShot A510 digital camera kit will be available by the end of January for an estimated street price of $199.99*. About Canon U.S.A., Inc. Canon U.S.A., Inc. delivers consumer, business-to-business, and industrial imaging solutions. The Company is listed as one of Fortune's Most Admired Companies in America, and is rated #35 on the Business Week list of "Top 100 Brands." Its parent company Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ) is a top-patent holder of technology, ranking second overall in the U.S. in 2003, with global revenues of $29.9 billion. For more information, visit www.usa.canon.com. All referenced product names, and other marks, are trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change with notice. * According to The NPD Group, Canon's PowerShot A75 digital Camera was the number one selling digital camera from January to November 2004 in the U.S. The NPD Group also certified the PowerShot A70 as the number one selling digital camera in 2003 in the U.S. December data is not yet available. ** All prices are set by the individual dealer and may vary. |
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