The Canon PowerShot A460 is an entry level model succeeding A430 and offers more features at a very reasonable price. It boasts a 5 mega pixel image resolution, higher from A430's 4 mega pixel resolution. The camera has a simple, bulky design, not flashy and sleek but is commendable for its pricing.
The model has an increased 4x zoom to offer and gives good images through its 5- point AiAF autofocusing system. The 5- point autofocusing divides the screen into 5 parts and delivers focusing on the objects closer to it. The images provide a good print out up to 8 x10 inches in size but above it the images do not fair well.
The camera just needs a pair of AA batteries, so a rechargeable set of NiMH AA batteries would be sound option to look at. It provides the movies mode but it does not match good quality standards. At 320 x 240 pixel resolution it provides a 30 frame per second smooth viewing and looks decent on the 1.8 inch LCD it touts. The camera is respectable in the lag time for taking still images without the flash. It takes about 0.48 seconds for a single image. But this speed in unearthed while using the flash. The time taken for each image is increased to around to 2.30 seconds and this lag time is very annoying. At this the camera really disappoints the potential buyer.
The other features include a self-timer, continuous shooting mode and colour options. There is a red-eye reduction option which helps reduce the lens defect. It also has an array of options for getting the best setting for an image like Portrait, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Indoor, Kids & Pets and Night Snapshot. The camera will adjust itself to what it feels would be the best setting for these particular images.
All the connections needed for attaching the camera to a computer, printer and television are provided within. It weighs around 165 grams and is not the handiest one in the market but it is a good buy for starters and the easy usage with the low pricing makes it a recommendable option for the purchaser.
