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| Canon PowerShot A650IS 12.1MP Digital Camera with 6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom | 
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| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
Buy New: $388.80
Buy New/Used/Refurbished from $339.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  (82 reviews)
Sales Rank: 3353
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 6
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
Battery: 4 AA
Maximum Focal Length: 44.4
Minimum Focal Length: 7.4
Maximum Resolution: 12.1
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 4.4 x 2.7 x 2.2
MPN: A650IS
Model: A650IS
UPC: 013803086461
EAN: 0013803086461
ASIN: B000V20R28
Release Date: September 10, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Serious Problem You need to Know about before taking Inmportant Pictures June 6, 2008
13 out of 18 found this review helpful
Had I known about this problem beforehand, I would not have purchased this camera. Canon's response is below, but the whole reason for buying this camera was to use the variangle screen in certain instances. 50% of the pictures I took had colored bars or a picture "break" horizontally across the photo. Not acceptable.
I am sorry that your PowerShot A650 IS is taking photos with horizontal lines through it.
Canon has discovered that a light leak can appear in stored images taken in bright light conditions. If taking pictures with the vari-angle LCD monitor open under sunny skies or where bright light shines on the back of the camera, a "light leak" can occur causing a light color band in the image.
Canon is aware of the situation and a "no charge" repair program to correct the issue will commence during the week beginning October 22, 2007. A Shipping Label will be sent to you to have the camera returned to the Factory Service Center, free of charge.
In the meantime, you can avoid this issue by rotating and closing the LCD panel against the camera body when taking pictures outside or in bright light.
 Very pleased! June 5, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is the third upgrade I've bought of the Canon Powershot and they never disappoint. I use them in very difficult settings, low light and fast movement, and they have all performed well. This newest model has surpased my expectations and I'm once again pleased I decided to stick to the Powershot line.
 very good camera June 3, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Great product, i havn't read all the literature yet, but i was able to use camera right out of the box. Very intuitive, compact, and sturdy. the photos are great, the camera adjusted very well to lighting conditions, i am pleased with this camera.
Canon Powershot Defective History May 29, 2008
6 out of 19 found this review helpful
The Canon A650IS proved to be defective 2 weeks into using it! The variable viewing screen went BLACK; it no longer displayed what you were shooting at, as I was taking pictures. I purchased the Canon A650IS camera because the PowershotA640, which I purchased in May 2007, was also defective a month after I started using it. I sent it back to Canon for repair and it came back further damaged where the lens would not open. Canon finally replaced the A640 in July 2007, however, it died in April 2008, almost a year to date! Canon now has a history of producing defective cameras. I have switched to Panasonic, which uses a LEICA lens. I WOULD NEVER TRUST A CANON POWERSHOT CAMERA AGAIN!
Great camera but a little bulky May 24, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I used to own the 10 MP Canon A640 and thought I'd upgrade to this one. Here are my thoughts on the camera.
Pros:
- Often takes great pictures
- Very economical
- Optical image stabilization
- 6x optical zoom
- 12.1 Mega Pixels
- Lots of shooting modes and features
Cons:
- Like most other point-and-shoot Canon cameras, the indoor pictures are pretty grainy.
- The camera is much bigger than the A640 and does not fit easily in the pocket.
- The casing seems a little flimsy compared to the A640.
Conclusion:
Most people buy point-and-shoot cameras because they are more convenient to use and more portable. This one however is a little bulky and cannot be carried around easily. If portability and size is not an issue, this camera is one of the best of its kind in the market. Its got great zoom, image stabilization, and a high count on the mega pixels. However, a camera should not be judged by the number of mega pixels it has because higher pixels give you larger images and not necessarily better ones. This camera is a good buy and it gives you very large images that also look great!
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