Digital Camera Reviews

The Canon Powershot A570 IS is 7.1-megapixel canera with 4x optical zoom. The LCD size is 2.5 inches.

The Camera has DIGIC III Image Processor with improved Face Detection technology and Red-eye Correction. The Camera has Maximum ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto to reduce image blur and expand low-light shooting capability. It has optical Image stabilizer.

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Canon PowerShot A570 IS Press Release
Face Detection Technology and ISO 1600 come to PowerShot A-Series

Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 22 February, 2007: Canon today announces the launch of the PowerShot A570 IS and PowerShot A560, two 7.1 Megapixel additions to Canon’s PowerShot A-Series range of affordable, family friendly cameras. The cameras are powered by DIGIC III, which introduces Face Detection Technology, automatic Red-Eye Correction in Playback and ISO 1600 to the PowerShot A-Series for the first time.

The PowerShot A560, a direct replacement for the popular PowerShot A540, features a full set of automatic functions for intuitive ease of use. The PowerShot A570 IS adds an optical Image Stabilizer to the lens, full manual control and a comprehensive range of accessories, giving users the choice to simply ‘point and shoot’ or explore the creative side of photography.

“The PowerShot A570 IS and PowerShot A560 bring the leading Canon technologies powered by DIGIC III within the reach of all consumers,” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe. “These two advanced cameras have features with the potential to vastly improve the quality of everyday photography.”

The PowerShot A570 IS and PowerShot A560 feature:

* 7.1 MP CCD image sensor
* 4x optical zoom lens (35mm equivalent: 35–140mm f/2.6 W–f/5.5 T)
* Optical Image Stabilizer (PowerShot A570 IS only)
* DIGIC III image processor and iSAPS
* Face Detection AF/AE/FE
* ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto
* Popular Special Scene modes on Mode dial
* 2.5” LCD screen with optical viewfinder
* Lens accessories (PowerShot A570 IS only)
* PictBridge and Print/Share button

DIGIC III

Both cameras feature Canon’s own DIGIC III image processor. This smart, efficient processor enables features such as Face Detection AF/AE/FE and advanced Noise Reduction Technology. The improved Face Detection system uses new algorithms to detect faces further from the camera than ever before. Detecting up to nine faces, Face Detection AF/AE determines if a face is the main subject of the scene and sets the appropriate focus and exposure, if the flash is activated Face Detection FE sets the flash level so that the face is correctly exposed. The system also enables easy Red-Eye Correction in Playback, automatically detecting and removing unsightly red eye to leave a natural looking portrait without the need for a PC or editing software.

DIGIC III with advanced Noise Reduction Technology makes possible the use of High sensitivity ISO 1600 – another first for the PowerShot A-Series. High ISO speeds are useful for capturing scenes in low light conditions without risking the loss of the scene’s ambiance by using a flash. High ISO Auto prioritises higher ISO settings to enable the use of faster shutter speeds – reducing the risk of blurred images in dark or fast-moving scenes.
Ease of use

DIGIC III is complemented by a range of technologies that ensure high quality photography with minimal effort. 4x optical zoom lenses incorporate Canon precision optics to get the best results from the 7.1 Megapixel sensors. The PowerShot A570 IS features optical Image Stabilizer technology, ensuring shake-free images in low light conditions and at full zoom. Both cameras feature a 2.5” LCD screen, making it easier to frame tricky shots or share image playback with friends.

To aid quick and easy access three popular scene modes – Kids and Pets, Indoor and Night Snapshot – have been moved to the Mode dial. The PowerShot A560 has 14 shooting modes to cover many shooting situations, including Beach, Snow and Fireworks scene modes. The PowerShot A570 IS adds Underwater mode – for use with the optional waterproof case accessory – and creative options that enable manual control of aperture and shutter speed settings. In total, the camera offers users 19 shooting modes. The creative potential of the PowerShot A570 IS can be extended with a comprehensive range of accessories that includes telephoto, wide and close-up lens converters, and slave flash

Canon PowerShot A570 IS Reviews

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Imaging Resource writes “The Canon A570 IS stands out for its usable ISO as high as 1600 (for small prints, at least) and excellent image stabilization so useful you’ll always want it active. Considering you get that for just $50 over the price of the quite similar A560, it’s a bargain, too. Digital zoom was a bit of a disappointment on this 7.1-megapixel camera, but otherwise the DIGIC III image processor provided above average performance yielding some wonderfully natural shots in a variety of settings. Movie mode can deliver broadcast quality video in a 4:3 aspect ratio while still mode a offers 16:9 wide screen option I find a lot of fun. Operation is straightforward once you learn Canon’s hierarchy of controls, but I was delighted to see a programmable Print/Share button on the A570 IS. That made up a little for the stiff Mode dial. And, who knows, if you keep changing how you define the button, you may qualify to work for Canon’s user interface group”.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Lets Go Digital writes “Canon can congratulate itself with the PowerShot A-series cameras. For the past few years cameras in this class have been extremely popular, because of their versatile qualities. It’s amazing to see that the Canon PowerShot A570 IS has more to offer in terms of functionality than its competition, or even cameras in a more expensive class. This is remarkable and probably explains the PowerShot A-concept success story. The Canon PowerShot A570 IS is at the top of its class and its details on paper will even entice the novice but certainly also the experienced photographer “.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Cnet writes “The good: Optical image stabilization; manual exposure controls; good performance; optical viewfinder

The bad: Noisy at higher ISOs

The bottom line: Despite excessive noise at higher ISOs, Canon’s A570 IS offers an excellent value and an impressive feature set in its category”.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Kenrockwell writes “This is a nice camera, but not much less expensive than the tiny SD700 I prefer and use personally. For most people the slimmer and smaller SD700 or SD800 are better cameras because of their better batteries and flash systems. The A570 eats AA batteries if you use it much, the others include a tiny rechargeable battery that runs forever with a charger. Get the A570 if you need to run on AA batteries. Get an A570 to give to your kid. The knobs and buttons are big and solid. Get one if you need manual control of shutter and aperture, which the SD700 and SD800 don’t provide. Digital compact cameras offer very few aperture choices, so the only reason to want manual exposure control is to lock in the same exposure value even in changing light. If you’re on a budget, you can get the same image quality if you can forgo image stabilization and the big LCD screen with the $199 A550“.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Digital camera Review writes “Canon might be marketing this camera to “family photographers”, but the A570 IS should appeal to a much wider range of shooters. With great image and color quality, image stabilization, excellent shutter lag and continuous shooting capability, manual controls and versatile “auto” performance, this camera can ably serve a novice who never leaves the “auto” setting or provide a learning tool for someone looking to get some manual experience before possibly jumping into the DSLR world. The optional teleconverter gives the camera a 245mm focal length to bring those distant subjects a bit closer. Overall, anyone who wants good performance at a very reasonable price should give serious consideration to the A570 IS”.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Good Gear Guide writes “The A570IS follows the standard PowerShot design, with a slightly chunky, jutting hand grip and a silver plastic body. It isn’t the sturdiest unit we’ve seen, as there is little metal in the construction, but it should survive some rough treatment. The controls and interface will be familiar for regular Canon users, with a five-way directional pad used to navigate the two separate menus; one for picture options (ISO, white balance etc) and one for everything else (format, reset etc). The controls are a little cramped for our liking, but they shouldn’t pose too many problems. Measuring 89.5mm x 64.3mm x 42.8mm and weighing 175g, the A570IS is a little smaller than some previous PowerShot models”.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Steves Digicam writes “Our indoor and outdoor portrait results were good. While the dedicated Portrait scene mode does well, I also used the Av (Aperture priority) mode. Doing so with the aperture value set as low as possible (usually f/4.5 - f/5.0 at the mid telephoto end of the zoom range) produced nice close-up portraits, showing sharp facial features and natural skin tones. Canon’s new Face Detection AF/AE/FE technology seems to work very well, even when there are multiple faces in the frame. When using the flash, I found it produced good exposures as long as you are with in the 11 foot range (wide angle, ISO auto.) I achieved great results shooting from 5 - 6 feet away using the mid telephoto end of the zoom. If you need even more flash power, this model is compatible with the optional Canon HF-DC1 flash unit, which can deliver illumination for up to approximately 30 feet!“.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Trusted Reviews writes “With the PowerShot A570 IS Canon continues what is arguably the best value series of mid-range enthusiast’s cameras on the market. Performance, build quality and design are up to Canon’s usual high standard, it has a wider range of features than anything else at its price point, and produces good results in a wide range of lighting conditions. It is an ideal camera for anyone keen to learn, and is capable of real creative photography”.

In its Review of Canon Powershot A570 IS, the Digital Camera Info writes “However, for just over $200, the PowerShot A570IS is a bargain for casual users, who will benefit from its hefty feature set. The face detection and image stabilization combination will save, conservatively, gazillions of snapshots taken by the careless, clueless or chemically-compromised user. It’s less likely that the A570IS’s other advances – a 7.1-megapixel sensor and a high-end ISO of 1600 – will help users as much, though their inclusion, coupled with the camera’s manual controls and exceptional color performance, make the A570IS an unusual bargain at its price”.

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