Canon PowerShot A400 Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot A400 is a 3MP 1/3 inch compact camera — known for its 3MP 1/3-Inch Sensor and Canon DIGIC Processor. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot A400
Key Features — Canon PowerShot A400
3MP 1/3-Inch Sensor: Captures images at 3 megapixels, sufficient for standard prints and everyday snapshot use.
Canon DIGIC Processor: Canon's DIGIC image processor handles image rendering and overall camera performance.
AA Battery Operation: Runs on two standard AA (NiMH or alkaline) batteries with a rated life of approximately 450 shots, making replacements easy to find anywhere.
Real-Image Optical Viewfinder: Provides an optical framing option independent of the LCD, useful for shooting in bright sunlight.
1.5-Inch TFT LCD Display: A 115,000-dot color LCD for composing shots and reviewing images after capture.
In-Camera Color Modes: Includes Vivid, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Sepia, and Black & White modes for basic creative control at the point of capture.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot A400
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/3 inch |
| Resolution | 3MP |
| Processor | DIGIC |
| ISO Range | 50 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Burst Rate | 1.3 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.5 inches TFT color LCD |
Description — Canon PowerShot A400
The Canon PowerShot A400 is a compact point-and-shoot camera powered by a 3MP sensor measuring 1/3 inch, processed through Canon's DIGIC image processor. It covers an ISO range of 50 to 400 and relies on a 9-point contrast detection autofocus system. For framing shots, users have a choice between a real-image optical zoom viewfinder and a 1.5-inch TFT color LCD display with 115,000 dots of resolution.
The built-in flash supports Auto, On, Off, and Red-eye reduction modes. Six color profiles — Vivid, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Sepia, Black & White, and Off — offer in-camera creative options. The camera records video at up to 15fps and supports a burst mode at 1.3 fps.
Storage is via SD card, and connectivity is handled through USB. Powered by 2 x AA (NiMH or Alkaline) batteries with a rated life of approximately 450 shots, the A400 sits in a plastic body measuring 107 x 53 x 37 mm and weighing 255g.
Pros — Canon PowerShot A400
- ✓Approximately 450 shots per charge using readily available AA (NiMH or Alkaline) batteries
- ✓9-point contrast detection autofocus system for a camera in this class
- ✓Six color profile options including Sepia and Black & White for in-camera creative control
Cons — Canon PowerShot A400
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗3MP sensor resolution is very limited even for this product category
- ✗Video frame rate tops out at 15fps with no maximum resolution specified
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