canon powershot a1200 12.1 mp digital camera with 4x optical zoom silver
it s your choice lcd or optical viewfinder . an optical viewfinder makes capturing images simple and easy . wthe powershot a1200 digital camera gives you a choice that s getting increasingly hard to find on digital cameras today . it s equipped with an optical viewfinder in addition to the lcd screen . many photographers prefer this classic familiar option that lets you simply hold the camera to your eye and shoot . the camera s big bright lcd screen gives you a wealth of important information about the shot . however using it to compose and focus requires that you hold the camera away from your body . many people do this with one hand arms away from the body effectively creating camera shake that can distort a shot . using the optical viewfinder helps ensure that the camera is held steady . the great thing is that from shot to shot whether you use the optical viewfinder or lcd screen is your choice . everything s easy . smart auto intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 32 predefined shooting situations . just set the canon powershot a1200 digital camera to smart auto and you re ready for maximum enjoyment from your picture-taking every time . it s a relaxing and satisfying way to shoot because you can completely concentrate on your subject knowing that the camera has the technical details covered . advanced canon technology intelligently analyzes your situation and shooting conditions . then it automatically selects an appropriate setting from 32 specially defined settings . so whether you re photographing flowers a captivating sunset or your friends at the park you can be confident that you re getting dramatic memorable images . smart auto the camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity . p program access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically . live view control enables brightness color and tone adjustments to your images using easy-to-understand controls . creative filters the creative filters mode dial setting provides easy access to special filter effect and scene modes . fisheye effect add a classic photo distortion without a fisheye lens . miniature effect give images a miniature look with an effect that emphasizes perspective by blurring the top and bottom of the image . toy camera effect simulates photos taken with toy or pinhole cameras darkening the image at the edges to create a vignette effect . monochrome choose from three single-tone effects black-and-white sepia or blue . super vivid super vivid intensifies existing hues saturating the scene with bright colors . poster effect poster effect combines several similar shades into one color turning subtle gradations into eye-catching scene-popping contrasts . easy keep the image quality as high as possible for fail-proof images . blur reduction boosts sensitivity to enable faster shutter speeds reducing the effects of camera shake and subject movement . 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 . kids amp pets reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects so you won t miss those special shots . smart shutter the camera automatically takes the photo when people smile wink or get into frame . low light for high quality image capture in an amazing range of dimly-lit situations . beach get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces . foliage capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage greenery and blossoms . snow shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint . fireworks grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks . long shutter use to blur moving subjects for artistic effect ideal for urban night photography . discreet mode disables flash af assist beam and all camera sounds with one mode dial setting . in still images or 720p hd video every detail is beautifully preserved . capture memories your way as either still images or in 720p hd video . powershot a1200 digital camera puts you in charge when it comes to saving your memories . canon technology lets you capture beautiful still images no matter what your level of photographic experience . portraits of people posing or in motion outdoor shots in various weather situations nighttime shooting and more the camera handles them all with ease when you shoot in smart auto . high megapixel counts let you blow up and crop your still images just as you please with no loss in resolution or quality . want to capture the good times in motion canon s 720p hd video gives your memories the quality they deserve . if you ve never shot video in high definition before you ll be amazed at the difference it makes . 720p hd delivers stunning realism capturing every detail with a level of clarity that in playback will bring you right back into the moment . easy high definition videos from a compact still camera now that s value loaded with features packed with value . this stylish powerful a-series camera has 12.1 megapixels and 4x wide-angle optical zoom 28mm . with the powershot a1200 digital camera dramatic personal pictures have never been easier to shoot and share . this 12.1 megapixel camera lets you create impressive large photos of family and friends you ll be proud to display . the high-resolution images taken by the powershot a1200 can be enlarged up to 13 x 19 . the powershot a1200 digital camera has a 4x wide optical zoom lens 35mm film equivalent 28 112mm that let you capture up-close and memorable images . get the power anywhere this aa battery-powered camera enables you to easily power up on the go conveniently you don t need to worry about running out or recharging of batteries with the powershot a1200 digital camera . since aa-size batteries can be purchased at any store simply get new ones locally . shoot without distractions . new scene mode discreet mode disables the sound flash and af beam so you can still capture images in quiet areas . how many times have you found yourself in a situation where you wanted to take a picture but were reluctant or simply not allowed to disrupt the setting with noise or flash new discreet mode makes picture-taking possible in museums at performances anywhere light and sound would not be welcome . simply turn the mode dial to discreet and the camera s sound flash and af assist beam will be disabled without changing any other settings . if the camera senses low light iso speed will be automatically raised to get the best possible shot . you can even switch to playback mode to review still images or video and the camera will remain muted . photographic artistry that s easy for anyone creative filters offers fun and artistic ways to capture photos . creative filters mode gives you lots of fun easy ways to make your photography more creative . the camera does all the work you simply choose an effect and shoot fisheye effect imparts a fun familiar curvilinear distortion to your image that s ideal for kids and pets . miniature effect plays with perspective giving any shot the look of a world created in much smaller proportions great for landscapes and city shots . when you shoot in toy camera effect you get the vintage effect of a first-generation camera ideal for giving portraits a slightly distorted unevenly saturated look of a picture you d come across in your attic . monochrome lends a moody beauty to your photography producing shots in black amp white sepia or blue . super vivid saturates colors to heighten the intensity and impact of any shot . poster effect takes away transitions between objects in the frame to give your image the high-impact look of a hand-painted poster . see the image on a big screen . large clear 2.7-inch lcd makes taking and viewing images a breeze . the powershot a1200 digital camera has a large 2.7-inch lcd screen that gives you the big picture whether you re shooting reviewing or showing off your images . this high-resolution screen offers a crisp clear and bright picture . it also features night display for easy viewing in low light . 2.7-inch lcd screen