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Released in March 2003, the Canon Powershot A300 replaces the entry level A200. It has a 3.2 megapixel CCD sensor and has a fixed focal lens (ie no zoom).
The A300 has a sliding front cover which doubles as an on and off switch and measures 110 x 36.6 x 58mm - weighing 175g (no batteries). The LCD is 1.5inches.
It is a well laid out camera (although a little 'boxy' to look at) and is easy to use. Macro mode is effective, it shoots at 5cm from its subject and produces good close up images. It does have some manual settings including ISO settings, Exposure Compensation and White Balance options.
The A300 is a good all round camera which should appeal to the entry to mid level photographer wanting value for money.
Get more reviews on the Canon Powershot A300 at:
- Digital Camera HQ - Canon Powershot A300
- Digital Photography Review - Canon Powershot A300
- Hardware Central - Canon Powershot A300