Canon Powershot A800 10 MP Digital Camera with 3.3x Optical Zoom (Black)

by Canon

• 10.0 megapixels and 3.3x optical zoom
• Smart Auto intelligently selects settings from 19 predefined shooting situations
• AA battery power enables you to easily power up on the go
• Bright, clear 2.5-inch LCD
• Scene modes such as Super Vivid, Poster Effect and Blur Reduction

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 3.7 x 2.4 inches ; 6.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B004HW73T8
• Item model number: 5030B001
• Batteries 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,715 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 1, 2011

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Everything’s Easy
Smart AUTO intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 19 predefined shooting situations.

Just set the Canon PowerShot A800 digital camera to Smart AUTO and you're ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture-taking every time. It's a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject knowing that the camera has the technical details covered. Advanced Canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions. Then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from 19 specially defined settings. So whether you're photographing flowers, a captivating sunset, or your friends at the park, you can be confident that you're getting dramatic, memorable images.

Smart AUTO

The camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity.

P Program

Access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically.

Blur Reduction

Boosts sensitivity to enable faster shutter speeds, reducing the effects of camera shake and subject movement.

Portrait

The camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject “pop.”

Kids & Pets

Reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects, so you won’t miss those special shots.

Face Self-timer

The camera will begin the self-timer once it detects a person entering the frame.

Low Light

For high quality image capture in an amazing range of dimly-lit situations.

Super Vivid

Super Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright colors.

Poster Effect

Poster Effect combines several similar shades into one color, turning subtle gradations into eye-catching, scene-popping contrasts.

Beach

Get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces.

Foliage

Capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms.

Snow

Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint.

Sunset

Capture stunning sunsets with all the dazzle and impact.

Fireworks

Grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks.

Long Shutter

Use to blur moving subjects for artistic effect, ideal for urban night photography.

Movie

Shoot in VGA (640 x 480) at 30 fps for up to 32 min. and 26 sec. or 4GB per clip and VGA (640 x 480) at 30 fps LP for up to 1 hr. 2 min. 51 sec. or 4GB per clip, and QVGA (320 x 240 at 30 fps) for up to 1 hour 31 min. and 25 sec. or 4GB per clip.

Loaded with Features, Packed with Value.
Easy to use, powerful A-Series camera with 10.0 Megapixels and 3.3x Optical Zoom makes picture-taking effortless.

With the PowerShot A800 digital camera, dramatic, personal pictures have never been easier to shoot and share. This 10.0 Megapixel camera lets you create impressive large photos of family and friends you'll be proud to display. The high-resolution images taken by the PowerShot A800 can be enlarged up to 13" x 19". The PowerShot A800 has a 3.3x Optical Zoom lens (35mm film equivalent 37 - 122mm) that let you capture up-close and memorable images.

New Scene Modes Help You Get Creative the Easy Way.
Scene Modes such as Super Vivid, Poster Effect and Blur Reduction really gives the shooter more creative freedom to capture images their way!

PowerShot A800 digital camera is equipped with plenty of easy ways give your shots high quality and fun creative touches.

Super Vivid mode is just what the name implies. When you shoot in this mode, colors are automatically heightened and saturated for an intensity that’s truly eye-popping. You’ll want to try it out in a wide range of applications – nature, city life, interiors and more – to get a feel for the effects you can create.

Poster Effect turns any conventional shot into an exciting, artistic “poster.” By making the transitions between colors more abrupt, the mode creates the effect of a hand-painted poster. Portraits are a natural for this mode, but you’ll find that the effect can give any shot a visually arresting new dimension.

Blur Reduction automatically reduces camera shake, so your shots are clear and steady. The system detects surrounding brightness and controls shutter speed – all while you’re concentrating on getting the shot you want. Without any extra effort on your part, your shots are crisp and detailed.

Get the Power Anywhere!
This AA battery-powered camera enables you to easily power up on the go!

Conveniently, you don't need to worry about running out or recharging of batteries with the PowerShot A800 digital camera. Since AA-size batteries can be purchased at any store, simply get new ones locally.

See the Image on a Big Screen.
Bright, clear 2.5-inch LCD makes taking and viewing images a breeze.

The PowerShot A800’s 2.5-inch LCD screen gives you the big picture, whether you're shooting, reviewing or showing off your images. This high-resolution screen offers a crisp, clear and bright picture. It also features Night Display for easy viewing in low light.

2.5-inch LCD Screen

A Bold Pop of Color.
Comes in 3 cool, crisp colors to match any personality: Silver, Black and Red.

There's nobody else quite like you. So naturally, you demand a camera that is utterly you...like the Canon PowerShot A800. This camera makes getting what you want remarkably easy. Exquisitely compact, its design has smoothly curving edges. And it comes in three distinctive colors that let you tell the world who you really are. Express yourself as quietly or as boldly as you like. Simply take your pick from the stylish range of shades. There's a choice of Silver, Black or Red. Every color tells its own story and each creates a wonderful impression of you.

Product Description

The Canon 5030B001 PowerShot A800 Black 10MP Digital Camera with 3.3x Optical Zoom and 2.5 In. Display is compact, stylish and colored to suit your personality. It features Smart AUTO that makes getting your best shot easy every time by automatically and intelligently selecting the proper settings for the camera based on 19 predefined shooting situations. PowerShot A800 makes it easy and fun to inject creative options into your photography with exciting Scene Modes like Super Vivid and Poster Effect. New Blur Reduction ensures crisp, clear shots in all kinds of situations. PowerShot A800 is perfect for young photographers, new photographers, and anyone who appreciates easy, high-quality digital photography and exceptional value.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

94 of 94 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars A simple unpretentious camera that does what is meant for, and nothing more May 12, 2011

By cincosauces

I bought this camera because I wanted a simple little one to carry around all the time instead of my big DSLR. I wasn't expecting much for this price and, effectively, the camera is plain and simple with only the standard tools: adjustable ISO 100-1600, autofocus, red-eye reduction and decent video capabilities. It has a simple 3.3x optical zoom and a digital zoom up to 13x. The menus are simple and fairly intuitive. The camera is a bit sluggish even with a class 10 card. The pictures are just OK, do not expect glorious definition or colour response. The fact that the camera uses two AA batteries is advantageous, both if you want to use rechargeable ones or you find yourself somewhere in the world where you would otherwise not find the particular replacement for special batteries.
Having said this you may wonder if it is worth. For this price, in my opinion, yes. Do not ask this little camera for things it was not designed to achieve. If you want a humble little camera to carry with you all the time or to give your children/grandparents as a present, take it. Do you want gorgeous pictures and advanced menus? Then this camera is not for you.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice camera October 22, 2011

By Littlerabbit

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I like this camera... It is compact and has easy to use features... The resolution blows my old Kodak Easy Share away... The camera focuses and adjusts the flash automatically and you can take nice clear videos with good sound.
If you are looking for a basic point and shoot camera, this is a good choice. It also has a zoom lens which is nice.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Oan okay kid camera, but unreliable focus - November 13, 2011

By Matty Matriak

I looked forward to using this simple camera while out walking and cycling along the beach. I was looking for something that was simple to use with decent quality. I own several pro Canon DSLR's and never expected this camera to come close. I did, however, expect it to take at least decent pictures...and I was disappointed.

The white balance was often off when shooting stills and after a hundred or so low quality shots, I figured the camera was either defective or of dubious quality. Between the white balance issue and the camera never focusing correctly during video mode, it is going back to Amazon.

I am not sure if this copy of the A800 is indicative of the product Canon released, but I will not be trying another one. Up till this camera, every Canon camera I have owned has been top notch.

I am giving camera two stars as the feature set is easy to work with and the menus navigate well. If you have a copy that delivers image quality to your liking, then you have a decent camera.