Simply point and shoot for superb photos and HD movies with the versatile 16 Megapixel PowerShot A1300. Use the optical viewfinder for a comfortable view and the Help button to get to know your camera.
Features
16.0 Megapixels
28mm wide 5x zoom lens
6.8 cm (2.7”) LCD and optical viewfinder
Smart Auto (32 scenes)
HD movies (720p) with movie button
Digital IS
Help button
Face Detection Red-Eye Correction
Creative modes Live View Control
AA batteries
Flexible framing made simple
16.0 Megapixels
Capturing all the detail from the genuine Canon lens the 16MP sensor delivers superb quality images that are perfect for large-scale prints (A3+) or creative cropping.
28mm wide 5x zoom lens
Fit more in the frame with 28mm wide-angle for sweeping landscapes and great group shots and use the 5x optical zoom to get closer to distant subjects.
6.8 cm (2.7”) LCD and optical viewfinder
A bright and clear screen (230k dots) lets you frame and view your shots with ease and makes sharing them with friends a pleasure. The optical viewfinder lets you choose your shooting style and is especially useful when shooting in very bright conditions.
Smart Auto (32 scenes)
Even complete beginners can effortlessly shoot high quality photos or movies with Smart Auto which detects the scene and automatically selects the optimal settings from 32 variables. Press the Auto button to return instantly to Smart Auto from any other mode.
HD movies (720p) with movie button
Instantly record high quality HD movies (720p) using one touch of the dedicated movie button.
Digital IS
Digital IS counteracts blur and helps to produce clear sharp shots. It detects camera movement and then uses sophisticated shake reduction techniques to automatically deliver optimum results.
Help button
Simply press the Help button for quick easy-to-follow guidance on using your camera and its different functions – the ideal introduction for beginners.
Face Detection Red-Eye Correction
Face Detection Technology ensures great people shots. It detects up to 35 faces in a single frame making sure they remain in focus and with optimum brightness. Face Detection White Balance ensures natural skin tones even in unusual lighting conditions. Auto Red-Eye Correction eliminates red-eye.
Creative modes Live View Control
Have fun with a range of creative filters. Use Fish-eye Effect to re-create fish-eye lens distortion Super Vivid to boost colour saturation retro Poster and Toy Camera Effect or Monochrome. Miniature Effect makes scenes in stills or movies look like miniature scale models. Live View Control allows you to easily experiment with picture settings such as brightness and colour intensity and preview the results while framing so you can capture the best shot.
AA batteries
For ultimate convenience the PowerShot A1300 uses two AA batteries which are available worldwide.
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Megapixel | 16 |
| Colour of product | Silver |
| Optical zoom | 5 x |
| Sensor type | 1/2.3 type CCD |
| Red-eye reduction | Yes |
| Auto flash | Yes |
| Camera shutter speed | 1 – 1/2000 sec. (factory default) 15 – 1/2000 sec. (total range – varies by shooting mode) |
| LCD Screen Size | 2.7 |
| Compatible memory cards | SD SDHC SDXC |
| Battery type | 2x Size-AA Alkaline or Ni-MH Batteries (Alkalines supplied) |
| White balance | Auto (including Face Detection WB) Daylight Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent Fluorescent H Custom |
| Interface | Hi-Speed USB (MTP PTP) dedicated connector (Mini-B compatible) A/V output dedicated connector (PAL/NTSC) |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| Dimensions W x D x H | 94.7 x 29.8 x 61.7 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 174 g (including battery/batteries and memory card) g |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
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