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# 720p HD video capture 16MP sensor clarity 5x Optical Zoom range PowerShot A2600 is 16.0 MP Digital Camera with 5X Optical Zoom and 720p Full HD Video Recording (Silver)

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** £2.27
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## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PowerShot A2600 is 16.0 MP Digital Camera with 5X Optical Zoom and 720p Full HD Video Recording (Silver) by canon
- **How much does it cost?** £2.27 with free shipping
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## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Zoom Into the Moment:** Get closer without losing clarity thanks to the versatile 5x Optical Zoom paired with a 28mm wide-angle lens.
- • **Effortless Smart AUTO:** Let the camera do the thinking with 32 intelligent scene modes that guarantee perfect shots every time.
- • **Power Through Your Day:** ECO Mode extends battery life so you can keep shooting longer without scrambling for a charger.
- • **Crystal-Clear 16MP Shots:** Capture every detail with a powerful 16.0 Megapixel sensor and DIGIC 4 processor for stunning image quality.
- • **Instant HD Video Capture:** Switch seamlessly from photos to smooth 720p HD videos with a dedicated movie button—never miss a moment.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot A2600 is a sleek, compact digital camera featuring a 16.0 Megapixel CCD sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for high-quality images. It offers a 5x Optical Zoom with a 28mm wide-angle lens, 720p HD video recording via a dedicated movie button, and Smart AUTO mode with 32 scene presets for effortless shooting. ECO Mode optimizes power consumption, ensuring longer battery life for extended use. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking reliable, easy-to-use photography and video capabilities in a portable form factor.

## Description

The PowerShot A2600 is a stylish compact camera that makes capturing amazing images simple without compromising on quality. Harness the power of the 16.0 Megapixel sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor and record precious moments with incredible detail and responsive performance. A 5x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle lens brings you closer to the shot even as you fit more in your frame. Smart AUTO with 32 predefined shooting situations is activated with the single push of a button, so every shot you take is a smart shot, for results you'll love to share. It's also easy to capture brilliant 720p HD with a simple press of the dedicated movie button. The PowerShot A2600 will keep on shooting with the new ECO Mode, which preserves power so you get more shots per charge. The versatile PowerShot A2600 can get you the shots you want, simply.

Review: A2600 Tested: Image Quality and Usage Notes - We got the A2600 to add a low-cost camera to go along with our Canon PowerShot S100 compact digital camera. The A2600 is a fine point and shoot that performs well and produces quality images. A step up from the A2500, it grows the back display LCD from 2.7" to 3" (diagonal) and adds face recognition capabilities. It appears to be solidly built, and is lightweight, weighing about 5oz. (S100 weighs 7oz). The A2600 has two shooting modes: Auto and Program; it lacks advanced modes like Manual and Aperture and Shutter Preferred modes found on more expensive compacts, which is OK for this level of camera. Overall, I'm pleased with the performance and photo quality, given the lower price point and knowing that it's not my primary, full-function camera. General Comments: The 3" diag. LCD screen (2-3/8" x 1-3/4") is bright and sharp, easy to view in daylight conditions. Also, darker scenes are shown with enough detail (although very grainy) to compose a shot. The lens shows slight barrel distortion at wide, middle and 5x zoom levels, comparable to S100 lens. The zoom range is (35mm equiv.): 28mm - 140mm optical, up to 560mm equiv. with added digital zooming. The "Auto" mode decides what kind of picture you're taking (people? bright/dark scene? moving?) and adjusts exposure and focus quickly and appropriately. "Program" mode allows you to adjust exposure (through exposure compensation) and image quality (ASA, image contrast) a bit. The camera has a number of features found on more expensive cameras, as well as a few special effects modes. Check them out in the camera manual, found online at Canon's website on the A2600 product page, under "Brochures and Manuals." Pros: After reading the quick start instructions, basic operations were easy. The manual provides more details, particularly on Auto and Program modes. Color saturation looks good, comparable to the better S100. Image color looked realistic and accurate. I saw negligible to no chromatic aberrations, like R, G or B color bleeds at high-contrast edges. I like the flash and the fact that it’s not a popup. It is sufficiently bright to provide good fill lighting in bright conditions, and gives nice, even lighting to low-light scenes without blowing them out. For Movies, the lens can be zoomed during recording. Zoom is smooth, but zoom motor is picked up by the microphone. Record button on back panel makes starting movie simple and quick. Record “stop” can be done using the Shutter button, easier than using record button to stop. Cons: The maximum equivalent ASA is 1600 (6400 in “low-light” mode – grainy). Image gets "noisy" (looking grainy and non-crisp) in typical room-light conditions, where camera operates at ASA 800 or 1600. This is due to 16MP sensor - a 10-12MP sensor will typically produce better results. Thus, image quality is adequate but not fantastic in low-light. Slight grainy noise also seen at ASA 250, resulting in a slight loss of definition, fine details and edge crispness. Image processing after taking the picture is much slower than the S100. It takes 2 seconds after pressing the button for the camera to be ready for another shot (tested for 8MB (M1) and 16MB (L) settings.) The S100 takes less than 1 sec. Many of the niftier functions are buried in menus, making it less likely one will take the time to use these modes. You will probably not navigate to "low-light" mode to capture someone blowing out a candle in a dark room, but take your chances with Program or Auto modes. Fortunately, those easy-to-access modes produce fine results in most cases. For Movies, the lens zoom noise can be heard in recording (soft scratch-hiss during zoom.) Microphone is centered on the top of the camera, right above the lens. Zoom switch "clicking" may also be recorded. Summary: This camera is a fine point-and-shoot and has enough "auto" features to allow you to concentrate on your composition. This is not the best camera to use for huge poster-size prints, but it’s great for uses from e-mails to small photos, calendars, photo books, and even 8" x 10" pictures. Have fun with the camera - make your own test shots in various modes that you're likely to use, and find the quickest way to achieve the shot you want.
Review: quick little point and shoot camera..basic and simple - so far this camera does what i want, take pictures. I wanted a simple camera that I could carry around and travel with that if it broke or something it wouldn't be a big deal. I don't travel with my photography equipment all the time because it can be a big hassle with my canon rebel and all my lenses. I have always enjoyed canon and the simple easy to use camera's. all you have to do it turn the camera on and hit the button to take a picture. NO need to figure out what dial to turn for a picture because the camera does it for you. Also the video is simple, press the red button and it starts recording to end the recording hit the red button again. I would say that anyone can use this camera with it's easy use.

## Features

- 16.0 Megapixel sensor with DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- 5x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle lens
- Smart AUTO with 32 pedefined photo capture settings
- 720p HD Video with dedicated movie button
- ECO mode for economy power consumption

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00AWYMZE8 |
| Aperture modes | F2.8 - F6.9 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Hybrid |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Weight | 2.5 Grams |
| Best Sellers Rank | #99,802 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #855 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 8 Bit |
| Brand | Canon |
| Built-In Media | Battery |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 5x optical zoom, 28-140mm (equivalent) f/2.8-f/6.9 lens |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Devices with USB 2. |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | SD |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Crop Mode | 4:3 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 199 Reviews |
| Delay between shots | 0.5 Milliseconds |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 4 x |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 1280x720 pixels |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 16 MP |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 16,777,216 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 16 MP |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 6400 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| File Format | JPEG, MOV |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Installed Size | 10 GB |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 10 |
| Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum | 10 GB |
| Flash Memory Type | SD |
| Flash Modes | Automatic |
| Focal Length Description | 28 millimeters |
| Focus Features | Contrast Detection |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Generation | 26 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00132017593715 |
| Hardware Interface | PictBridge |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image Stabilization | Digital |
| Image stabilization | Digital |
| Item Type Name | Point-and-shoot-digital-cameras. |
| Item Weight | 4.8 Ounces |
| JPEG Quality Level | Normal |
| Lens Construction | Optical Zoom |
| Lens Correction Type | Chromatic Aberration |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle |
| Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8158B001 |
| Maximum Aperture | 6.9 f |
| Maximum Focal Length | 140 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 15 Seconds |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 10 GB |
| Metering Methods | Evaluative |
| Minimum Focal Length | 28 Millimeters |
| Model Name | A2600 IS |
| Model Number | 8158B001 |
| Model Series | A2600 |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 5 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 16 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
| Real Angle Of View | 35.8 Degrees |
| Recording Capacity | 100 Minutes |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Series Number | 2600 |
| Shooting Modes | Scene |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
| Supported File Format | JPEG, MOV |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG |
| Total Still Resolution | 16 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 013803211719 138032117196 115970995581 132017593715 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Format | MP4 |
| Video Output | Wireless |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Warranty Description | Limited 1 year |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Write Speed | 2.2 fps |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon
- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CCD
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG, MOV
- **Image Stabilization:** Digital
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 140 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 5 x
- **Maximum Aperture:** 6.9 f
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Metering Description:** Evaluative

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A2600 Tested: Image Quality and Usage Notes
*by S***H on January 19, 2014*

We got the A2600 to add a low-cost camera to go along with our Canon PowerShot S100 compact digital camera. The A2600 is a fine point and shoot that performs well and produces quality images. A step up from the A2500, it grows the back display LCD from 2.7" to 3" (diagonal) and adds face recognition capabilities. It appears to be solidly built, and is lightweight, weighing about 5oz. (S100 weighs 7oz). The A2600 has two shooting modes: Auto and Program; it lacks advanced modes like Manual and Aperture and Shutter Preferred modes found on more expensive compacts, which is OK for this level of camera. Overall, I'm pleased with the performance and photo quality, given the lower price point and knowing that it's not my primary, full-function camera. General Comments: The 3" diag. LCD screen (2-3/8" x 1-3/4") is bright and sharp, easy to view in daylight conditions. Also, darker scenes are shown with enough detail (although very grainy) to compose a shot. The lens shows slight barrel distortion at wide, middle and 5x zoom levels, comparable to S100 lens. The zoom range is (35mm equiv.): 28mm - 140mm optical, up to 560mm equiv. with added digital zooming. The "Auto" mode decides what kind of picture you're taking (people? bright/dark scene? moving?) and adjusts exposure and focus quickly and appropriately. "Program" mode allows you to adjust exposure (through exposure compensation) and image quality (ASA, image contrast) a bit. The camera has a number of features found on more expensive cameras, as well as a few special effects modes. Check them out in the camera manual, found online at Canon's website on the A2600 product page, under "Brochures and Manuals." Pros: After reading the quick start instructions, basic operations were easy. The manual provides more details, particularly on Auto and Program modes. Color saturation looks good, comparable to the better S100. Image color looked realistic and accurate. I saw negligible to no chromatic aberrations, like R, G or B color bleeds at high-contrast edges. I like the flash and the fact that it’s not a popup. It is sufficiently bright to provide good fill lighting in bright conditions, and gives nice, even lighting to low-light scenes without blowing them out. For Movies, the lens can be zoomed during recording. Zoom is smooth, but zoom motor is picked up by the microphone. Record button on back panel makes starting movie simple and quick. Record “stop” can be done using the Shutter button, easier than using record button to stop. Cons: The maximum equivalent ASA is 1600 (6400 in “low-light” mode – grainy). Image gets "noisy" (looking grainy and non-crisp) in typical room-light conditions, where camera operates at ASA 800 or 1600. This is due to 16MP sensor - a 10-12MP sensor will typically produce better results. Thus, image quality is adequate but not fantastic in low-light. Slight grainy noise also seen at ASA 250, resulting in a slight loss of definition, fine details and edge crispness. Image processing after taking the picture is much slower than the S100. It takes 2 seconds after pressing the button for the camera to be ready for another shot (tested for 8MB (M1) and 16MB (L) settings.) The S100 takes less than 1 sec. Many of the niftier functions are buried in menus, making it less likely one will take the time to use these modes. You will probably not navigate to "low-light" mode to capture someone blowing out a candle in a dark room, but take your chances with Program or Auto modes. Fortunately, those easy-to-access modes produce fine results in most cases. For Movies, the lens zoom noise can be heard in recording (soft scratch-hiss during zoom.) Microphone is centered on the top of the camera, right above the lens. Zoom switch "clicking" may also be recorded. Summary: This camera is a fine point-and-shoot and has enough "auto" features to allow you to concentrate on your composition. This is not the best camera to use for huge poster-size prints, but it’s great for uses from e-mails to small photos, calendars, photo books, and even 8" x 10" pictures. Have fun with the camera - make your own test shots in various modes that you're likely to use, and find the quickest way to achieve the shot you want.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ quick little point and shoot camera..basic and simple
*by M***N on December 4, 2013*

so far this camera does what i want, take pictures. I wanted a simple camera that I could carry around and travel with that if it broke or something it wouldn't be a big deal. I don't travel with my photography equipment all the time because it can be a big hassle with my canon rebel and all my lenses. I have always enjoyed canon and the simple easy to use camera's. all you have to do it turn the camera on and hit the button to take a picture. NO need to figure out what dial to turn for a picture because the camera does it for you. Also the video is simple, press the red button and it starts recording to end the recording hit the red button again. I would say that anyone can use this camera with it's easy use.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Fancy Dancy
*by J***S on October 23, 2013*

I got this camera a couple of weeks ago, so this may be a bit premature. The good; Primarily I got this camera as a carry-around - something small and something simple. It's small and it's fast with good quality pics. The not-so-good; As noted above, I wanted something simple. This is not simple as evidenced by its 124-page manual. What happened to a simple point-n-shoot? For example, I dislike finding which functions allow a forced flash and which don't. I prefer modifying photos on a computer, not on the camera. When I want fancy or complex shooting modes, I prefer my "big" camera. I guess I'm old-fashioned. It doesn't come with a USB cable. My iMac won't recognize the camera without installing the software - software you have to download after registering the camera. My PC recognizes the camera w/o software. I shot a couple of short videos. They appeared shaky, most likely from me. No image stabilization, but it is an inexpensive camera. In short, it does fill my needs with a few inconveniences. The price wasn't bad.

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