Features:
6 Megapixel CCD imager for up to poster size prints
4x optical 35-140mm f/2.6-5.5 zoom, 4x digital zoom
2.5" color LCD with up to 10x playback zoom
Advanced TTL AiAF 9-point autofocus system
Program AE, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority and Manual modes
Pre-programmed creative scene modes for beginners
Movie mode w/sound, 640x480 / 320x240 up to 1GB, 160x120 up to 3 minutes
2.3fps Continuous burst capture of Large/Fine images
Evaluative metering on focus point, Center-weighted or Spot options
Stitch Assist mode for perfect panoramas
Exposure compensation: +/-2EV in 1/3-step increments
White Balance: Auto, 5 presets or Custom
Orientation sensor that automatically detects vertical or horizontal shooting
Low-light focus assist illuminator
Light-guide zoom flash, angle changes with focal length
Optional High-Power Flash HF-DC1
Shutter speeds of 15 seconds to 1/2000 second
Selectable ISO settings from 80 to 800
Voice memo (up to 60 secs) can be attached to images
Built-in microphone and speaker
Powered by two standard AA type batteries
Direct print and PictBridge Compatible
USB 2.0 high speed connectivity for PC and Mac
Secure Digital memory cards, 16MB supplied
Powershot A540 Specifications
| Camera Effective Pixels |
Approx. 6.0 million |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.5-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 6.2 million) |
| Lens |
5.8 (W) - 23.2 (T)mm (35mm film equivalent: 35 - 140mm)
f/2.6 (W) - f/5.5 (T) |
| Digital Zoom |
Approx. 4x |
| Optical Viewfinder |
Real-image zoom viewfinder |
| LCD Monitor |
2.5-inch, low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD, approx. 85,000 pixels |
| AF System |
TTL autofocus
Focus lock and Manual focus are available
9-point AiAF/1-point AF (fixed to center) |
| Shooting Distance (from the front of the lens) |
| Normal AF |
45cm (1.5ft.) - infinity |
| Macro AF |
5 - 45cm (2.0in. - 1.5ft.) (W)/
30 - 45cm (11.8in. - 1.5ft.) (T) |
| Manual focus |
5cm (2.0in.) - infinity (W)/
30cm (11.8in.) - infinity (T) | |
| Shutter |
Mechanical shutter + electronic shutter |
| Shutter Speeds |
| 15 - 1/2000 sec. |
| The shutter speed varies according to the shooting modes. |
| Slow shutter speeds of 1.3 sec. or slower operate with noise reduction. | |
| Metering System |
Evaluative, Center-weighted average or Spot (Center) |
| Exposure Control System |
Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Manual exposure control |
| Exposure Compensation |
± 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments |
| Sensitivity |
Auto*, ISO 80/100/200/400/800 equivalent
* Camera automatically sets the optimal speed. |
| White Balance |
Auto, pre-set (available settings: Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent or Fluorescent H, Underwater) or custom |
| Built-in Flash |
Auto*, on*, off
* Red-eye reduction available. |
| Flash Range |
| Normal |
45cm - 3.5m (1.5ft. - 11.5ft.) (W)
45cm - 2.2m (1.5ft. - 7.2ft.) (T) |
| Macro |
30 - 45cm (11.8in. - 1.5ft.) (W/T) | when ISO speed set to Auto |
| Shooting Modes |
| Auto |
| Creative zone |
Program, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority, Manual |
| Image zone |
Portrait, Landscape, Night scene, Special Scene (Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Underwater, Indoor, Kids & Pets and Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color Swap), My Colors, Stitch assist and Movie | |
| Continuous Shooting |
| Approx. 2.3 shots/sec. |
| (Large/Fine mode, LCD monitor off) | |
| Self-timer |
Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./2-sec. delay. Can be set using the custom settings. |
| PC-controlled Shooting |
Available (USB connection only. Exclusive software program is included in the camera kit.) |
| Recording Media |
SD memory card/MultiMediaCard |
| File Format |
Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant |
| Data Type |
| Still images |
Exif 2.2 (JPEG)*1 |
| Movies |
AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) | |
| Compression |
Superfine, Fine, Normal |
| Number of Recording Pixels |
| Still images |
| Large: |
2816x2112 pixels |
| Widescreen: |
2816x1584 pixels |
| Medium 1: |
2272x1704 pixels |
| Medium 2: |
1600x1200 pixels |
| Small: |
640x480 pixels | |
| Movies |
| 640x480 pixels, 30/15 frames/sec. (max. 1GB) |
| 320x240 pixels, 30/15 frames/sec. (max. 1GB) |
| 160x120 pixels, 15 frames/sec. (approx. 3 min.) | The data in parentheses refer to the maximum movie length per shooting. | |
| Playback Modes |
Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, advance or reverse through magnified images possible), Auto play, Sound memos (up to 60 sec.) or Movie. |
| Direct Print |
Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible, and PictBridge compliant |
| My Camera Settings |
The start-up image, start-up sound, shutter sound, operation sound and self-timer sound can be customized using the following methods:
| 1. |
Using the images and sounds recorded on the camera. |
| 2. |
Using downloaded data from your computer using the supplied software. | |
| Interface |
USB 2.0 high speed (mini-B, PTP [Picture Transfer Protocol])
Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) |
| Power Source |
AA-size alkaline batteries (included in the camera kit)
approx. 90 shots with alkaline batteries |
AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries (sold separately)
approx. 360 shots using NiMH batteries |
| AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) | |
| Operating Temperature |
0 - 40 degrees C (32 - 104 degrees F) |
| Operating Humidity |
10 - 90% |
| Dimensions |
3.56 x 2.52 x 1.70 in. / 90.4 x 64.0 x 43.2mm (excluding protrusions) |
| Weight |
Approx. 180g (6.35 oz.) (camera body only) |
Compact body, full specs
Compact 6.0 Megapixel digital camera with high-quality Canon 4x Optical Zoom lens
Canon has raised the bar with the PowerShot A540, putting a 6.0 megapixel CCD and high-quality Canon 4x optical zoom lens in an affordable, easy-to-use compact camera. 6.0 megapixels ensure the kind of detail that makes ordinary images extraordinary, and gives you the freedom to crop images and produce large prints without restriction. A genuine Canon 4x optical zoom lens handles snapshots and landscapes with equal ease.
Make your camera your companion
Compact, lightweight body that's easy to bring along wherever you go
See every detail with this LCD screen
High-performance features include a large 2.5 inch LCD screen, 9-point AiAF and 21 Shooting Modes
The PowerShot A540 features a big 2.5 inch LCD screen with 85,000 pixels of resolution. So whether you're setting up your shot or playing it back, everything is bright and clear. And with 9-point AiAF, you can count on exact focus no matter where your subject is in the frame. You also have Special Scene mode that gives you breathtaking, exhilarating pictures even when shooting conditions are tough.
Shooting Modes
Advanced presets for the best possible photos under certain conditions
Auto
The camera chooses all the settings so you can concentrate on your subject.
P Program
Access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically.
Av Aperture-priority
You define the aperture to either isolate your subject or have clarity throughout the entire picture, and the camera will choose the corresponding shutter speed.
Tv Shutter-priority
You select the shutter speed to stop or blur action, and the camera finds the appropriate aperture. With slow exposure times, Canon's noise reduction system activates to ensure low image noise.
Manual
The ultimate in creative control, you set ISO speed, exposure compensation and white balance.
Portrait
The camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject "pop."
Landscape
For front to back sharpness, the camera sets a small aperture.
Night Scene
For impressive sunset or nightlife shots, the camera properly exposes the background and uses slow-sync flash for the subject.
Stitch Assist
Build awe-inspiring panoramas by neatly aligning sequential images.
Movie
Shoot in VGA and QVGA (30 fps/15 fps for up to 1 hour or 1GB), QVGA (60 fps for up to 1 minute) or QQVGA (15 fps for up to 3 minutes).
Special Scene Modes
Foliage
Capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms.
Snow
Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or bluish tint.
Beach
Get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces.
Fireworks
Grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks.
Underwater
Capture underwater images with reduced backscatter effect. (Note: Optional Waterproof Case WP-DC2 required for shooting any underwater images)
Indoor
Reduce blur and improve color accuracy when shooting handheld indoors.
Kids & Pets
Reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects, so you won't miss those special shots.
Night Snapshot
Get natural-looking pictures with brighter backgrounds and subjects lit by flash.
Color Accent
Choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome.
Color Swap
Select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects.
My Colors*
Vivid
Yield vibrant shots with dramatic high-contrast.
Neutral
Produce images of subtle, elegant tonality.
Sepia
Recreate the look of vintage photographs.
Black & White
Deliver enhanced clarity - especially useful when shooting text.
Positive Film
Combine "Vivid Blue," "Vivid Green" and "Vivid Red" to achieve a positive film effect.
Lighter Skin Tone
Make your subjects' skin tones lighter.
Darker Skin Tone
Darken skin tones a shade.
Custom Color
Finely adjust brightness and vividness, and set your preferred balance of blue, green, red and skin colors.
Canon innovation enhances your experience
New ISO 800 reduces image blur and expands low-light shooting ability
The PowerShot A540 features a new ISO 800 setting that reduces the effects of camera shake and sharpens subjects in low-light situations with high shutter speeds, giving you greater flexibility for shooting.
Shoot and view wide images
16:9 Widescreen for full-screen viewing on widescreen TVs and computer monitors
The PowerShot A540 includes a widescreen resolution option, producing images and film clips that are perfect for your widescreen TV or computer monitor.
16:9 Widescreen
Capture your memories in a movie
Record high-quality movies with sound up to 60 fps QVGA (320 x 240)
Fast Frame Rate Movie Mode allows you to record extremely smooth, full-motion movie clips for up to 1 minute long in QVGA at 60 fps (320 x 240 pixels). With a highly flexible movie mode, you can create the movie that's perfect for any application. Select from VGA (640 x 480 pixels) and QVGA (320 x 240 pixels), with frame rates of 30 fps and 15 fps for recording up to 1 hour or 1GB. Plus Compact Movie Mode (QQVGA; 160 x 120 pixels) records at 15 fps for up to 3 minutes. The PowerShot A540 also supports the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard, so you'll enjoy the highest possible data transfer speeds when using a USB 2.0 compatible computer.
Number of Recordable Images
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|
Small (S) |
Medium 2 |
Medium 1 |
N |
F |
SF |
N |
F |
SF |
N |
F |
SF |
|
File Size |
84KB |
150KB |
249KB |
170KB |
320KB |
570KB |
278KB |
558KB |
1002KB |
|
MMC-16M |
138 |
87 |
56 |
80 |
45 |
25 |
50 |
26 |
14 |
|
SDC-128MB |
1117 |
711 |
460 |
651 |
372 |
211 |
411 |
216 |
121 |
|
SDC-512MB |
4316 |
2746 |
1777 |
2517 |
1438 |
816 |
1589 |
838 |
471 |
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|
Large |
Movie |
|
N |
F |
SF |
160 x 120 |
320 x 240 |
640 x 480 |
|
File Size |
556KB |
1116KB |
2002KB |
120KB |
330KB |
660KB |
|
MMC-16M |
26 |
13 |
7 |
107 sec. |
43 sec. |
22 sec. |
|
SDC-128MB |
216 |
109 |
61 |
869 sec. |
355 sec. |
181 sec. |
|
SDC-512MB |
838 |
425 |
237 |
3,357 sec. |
1,373 sec. |
702 sec. |
Note: N=Normal F=Fine SF=SuperFine
Storage capacity varies depending on the scene or the subjects. This data is estimated from Canon's standard shooting conditions. Figures for Movie Mode represent total capacity of SD Memory Card. Individual clips are limited to 3 minutes (30 seconds maximum at 640 x 480 resolution). File sizes and resulting number of shots given above will vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions and shooting mode.
Sample images:
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