Canon PowerShot A720 IS 8.0 Megapixel Compact Digital Camera with 6x Optical Zoom + Transcend 2GB SecureDigital (SD) Card + High Speed USB 2.0 SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader + (4) - 2700mAh AA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries w/5 Hour 110-220v Charger + Digital Camera Case

by Canon

Product Details

• ASIN: B000OYH8AM
• Item model number: 24853
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,217 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 28, 2007

Product Description

Kit includes: 1) Canon PowerShot A720 IS; 2) Transcend 2GB (SD) Card; 3) High Speed USB Card Reader; 4) (4) - 2700mAh AA Batteries; 5) Recovery Software; 6) Digital Camera Case; 7) Memory Card Storage Wallet; 8) Mini Tripod; 9) Cleaning Cloth ♦ The Canon PowerShot A720 IS Digital Camera provides innovative technology and superb design to transport your photography to an exciting level. With a high-quality 6x optical zoom lens and Image Stabilizer Technology will keep images clear and sharp, even in low light, and the 8.0 megapixel resolution means extremely detailed prints up to 16" x 20". features a real-image optical viewfinder, allowing fast framing and precise manual focusing without the LCD, or see it all on the large 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Canon DIGIC III image processor provides advanced Face Detection AF/AE, detects faces in people shots and optimizes focus and exposure accordingly. Advancements include ISO 1600 sensitivity, Red-eye Correction for sharp, superior quality images. The camera features an extensive range of creative shooting modes and is compatible w/ optional converter lenses. ♦ This ultra-high and high speed performance SD is specifically designed to meet the security, capacity, and performance requirements in newly emerging audio and video consumer electronic devices. ♦ This ultra-high and high speed performance SD Memory Card is specifically designed to meet the security, capacity, and performance requirements in newly emerging audio and video consumer electronic devices. ♦ Transfer files easily and quickly with the included High Speed USB Card Reader. ♦ Protect your valuable investment with this Digital Camera soft carrying case. ♦ Keep multiple memory cards protected and organized with this durable storage wallet. ♦ Take sharp, blur-free photos and great macro shots with the flexible tabletop tripod. ♦ Eliminate dust and smudges from your camera with this handy microfiber cleaning cloth.

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great camera kit @ a great price, October 26, 2007

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Niels Horrevorts (Holland, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon PowerShot A720 IS 8.0 Megapixel Compact Digital Camera with 6x Optical Zoom + Transcend 2GB SecureDigital (SD) Card + High Speed USB 2.0 SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader + (4) - 2700mAh AA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries w/5 Hour 110-220v Charger + Digital Camera Case (Electronics)

Canon PowerShot A720 IS 8.0 Megapixel Compact Digital Camera with 6x Optical Zoom + Transcend 2GB 150x SecureDigital (SD) Card + High Speed USB 2.0 SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader + (4) - 2700mAh AA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries w/5 Hour 110-220v Charger + Digital Camera Case
Great package at a very good price. This camera works as advertised, very pleased with this purchase. Manual is a little overwhelming at first, just take a couple of days to absorb all the info.
This camera is easy to use, has all the right features and is a nice upgrade to my first digital camera a Olympus 300.

5.0 out of 5 stars Canon A720 IS, August 28, 2008

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Jan W. Smith (Millry, Al. USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon PowerShot A720 IS 8.0 Megapixel Compact Digital Camera with 6x Optical Zoom + Transcend 2GB SecureDigital (SD) Card + High Speed USB 2.0 SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader + (4) - 2700mAh AA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries w/5 Hour 110-220v Charger + Digital Camera Case (Electronics)

A while back I purchased my wife this camera for Xmas and she was so impressed with it I recently got one for myself. I think for the average person this is a great little camera that will handle most photo situations. Both have been trouble free and a joy to use and we enjoy looking at the results on the computer.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Value, March 1, 2008

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Peter Polack "Anonymous" (Connecticut USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon PowerShot A720 IS 8.0 Megapixel Compact Digital Camera with 6x Optical Zoom + Transcend 2GB SecureDigital (SD) Card + High Speed USB 2.0 SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader + (4) - 2700mAh AA NiMH Rechargeable Batteries w/5 Hour 110-220v Charger + Digital Camera Case (Electronics)

I went the Consumer Reports route when buying this, my first digital camera, and I'm pleased. Though the A720 wasn't listed, the Canon family of cameras received high marks. Through Consumer Reports, I was able to determine what features were important and what got me the most bang for the buck. I encourage people to turn towards CR before making any substantial purchase. As a disclaimer, I neither work for CR, nor am I a member.

As far as the camera, I'm pleased. For the amount paid, the camera has almost too many features for the average Joe/Josephine who wants to take snapshots. But, with some practice, I'm starting to get the hang of things. Be patient with the manual, and practice a lot before venturing from home with the camera but without the it!

My biggest concern was whether the camera would work AT ALL with my computer. I own an iMac, but the operating system is too old (10.1.5) for what's recommended on the camera's box (10.3, or 10.4). The included software wouldn't even load, as it recognized my older OS and told me so. But, I took my first photo, plugged the camera in to the USB port, opened up my iPhoto 1.0 from 2001, and it immediately recognized my camera. I can fully manipulate the camera/photos to the limits of my old software. It was simple, intuitive, and fast. That's really all I wanted; perhaps some of the thanks belongs to Apple?!