Canon PowerShot A550 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Canon's PowerShot A550 is a simple, inexpensive 7-megapixel camera, and that's all it wants to be. While it has some nice features, it doesn't offer any outstanding, unique aspects that put it above any other camera in the field, and that's just fine. Goo

Pros: Responsive performance; slightly above-average lens.

Cons: Images plagued with artifacts and fringing; small LCD.

Verdict: This camera's low price tag and solid performance can help you forget that it doesn't have many bells or whistles.

Review summary: Smile please as Canon's new entry level PowerShot camera blends various technologies into a lightweight body.

Verdict: While traditionalists will appreciate the video finder, most users will prefer to take advantage of the 2-inch LCD display for lining up shots and playing back content whether of the still or video clip variety.  Generally this LCD screen was great f

Review summary: Now here is a camera that doesn't complicate things for users.

Pros: Easy Interface, Good detailing

Cons: Doesnt capture reds and greens well, Plagued with smudges

Verdict: For the street price of about Rs. 10,000, the camera is a decent buy. I need not say, of course, that the camera is purely for point-and-shoot. The colors are decent, and the sharpness is quite good. But we did notice some smudging in underdeveloped porti

Pros: Great colour capture, Low price tag, 4x zoom, Fast operation, Sturdy design

Cons: Pictures perhaps not quite as sharp as they could have been

Verdict: Another great compact camera from Canon, the PowerShot A550 won't compare to some more high-end units, but considering the price tag and the features on offer, it's an excellent value-for-money product.