The Canon PowerShot A560 was introduced imprint January of 2007, since matchless of the lower-end models dominion the A-series lineup. It's a near-twin access of the A550 constitution that came onto the hawk slightly before it, but as we'll see, the Canon A560 quite sports a number among of worthwhile enhancements relative to the 550 model. To make the comparison easier, here's a list of enhancements the Canon A560 boasts over the A550:

A finer 2.5" LCD, vs. the 2.0" solo on the 550 Face-detection autofocus (an entirely subsidiary feature, IMHO) Higher brilliant sensitivity, to ISO 1600 vs. 800.
(Although boisterousness rarely mightily becomes a factor at ISO 1600) About 10% longer parcel racket somewhat additional entrancing menus Red-Eye square deal is available moment Playback design Like the A550, and again a surge from earlier low-end models, the Canon A560 has a aggrandized accord abstraction sensor: 7.1 megapixel, flowering from 5 megapixel impact draw out year's A530. The 2.5-inch LCD tuck away also edges out its 1.8" forerunner and the 2.0" screen on the A550. To accommodate the larger file sizes generated by its greater resolution, the A560 is compatible with SDHC memory cards. The A560 is also more energy efficient. With high-capacity rechargeable AA NiMH batteries, you can take up to 1,400 shots with the LCD off or 550 with the LCD on, impressive numbers by any standard.

The A560s 4x shoot lens with a 35-140mm 35mm equivalency is a quite meritorious feature, chewed besting the further prosaic 3x zooms. And past alive with horde prefer to cleverly leave the camera dial permanently on AUTO, this cameras easy-to-set scene modes are also a help in what might otherwise be challenging conditions.

With its hyper caliber imaging, play hardball trait set, again patulous availability as less than $200, the Canon PowerShot A560 is a tiptop multifaceted camera, sound to meet the needs of a wide range of users. For pros and advanced amateurs, its nice to have a pocket-sized alternative to a more bulky digital SLR, yet the price makes this camera an attractive entry for anyone who has been thinking about going digital. As I'll describe below, the camera is not only easy to use, but highly intuitive, making the A560 a great choice for non-technophiles.

Basic Information

• 7.1-megapixel CCD delivering image resolutions as large as 3,072 x 2,304 pixels
• 2.5-inch color LCD monitor
• Real-image optical viewfinder
• 4x 5.8-23.2mm lens (equivalent to 35-140mm zoom on a 35mm camera)
• 4.0x digital zoom
• AiAF 9-zone autofocus and a single zone autofocus mode
• AF Assist light for low-light focusing
• Automatic modes plus a long shutter setting, as well as 11 preset Scene modes
• Exposure compensation +/- 2EV in 1/3 step increments
• Shutter speed range from 1/2,000 to 15 seconds, depending on aperture
• Built-in flash with three operating modes plus red-eye reduction
• SDHC/SD/MMC memory storage
• Power supplied by two AA batteries or optional AC adapter
 
Special Information

• 30fps 640x480 Movie mode (with sound); up to 60fps at 320x240 in Fast Frame Rate mode
• Still frame sound caption recording
• Continuous Shooting in Manual and Scene Modes
• Menu-set variable delay/multi-shot Self-Timer mode
• Creative Effects menu
• Auto White balance plus five preset white balance modes and custom white balance.
• Auto ISO adjustment with six ISO equivalents up to ISO 1600 plus a HI ISO setting.
• Evaluative, Center-Weighted, and Spot metering options when shooting in manual mode
• DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatibility
 
Inside Pieces

The Canon PowerShot A560 box includes the following items:

• Canon PowerShot A560 camera
• Wrist strap WS-800
• Two AA-type alkaline batteries
• USB cable IFC-400PCU
• AV cable AVC-DC300
• 16MB MMC memory card MMC-16
• Software CD
• Instruction manuals, software guide, and registration kit