Canon PowerShot A495 Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot A495 is a 10MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot A495
Key Features — Canon PowerShot A495
10MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 3648x2736 pixels, suitable for standard prints and everyday photo sharing.
DIGIC III Processor: Canon's image processor handles noise reduction and color rendering for the camera's shooting modes.
AA Battery Operation: Runs on two standard AA batteries (Alkaline or NiMH), eliminating the need for a proprietary charger or spare battery pack.
Face Detection AF: 9-point contrast-detection autofocus with Face Detection helps keep subjects sharp without manual adjustment.
ISO 80–1600 Range: Covers a reasonable spread of lighting conditions from bright daylight to dimmer indoor scenes.
2.5-Inch Fixed LCD: 115,000-dot rear display serves as the primary framing and review screen for all shooting and playback.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot A495
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 10MP |
| Processor | DIGIC 4 |
| ISO Range | 80 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3648x2736 |
| Burst Rate | 0.9 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Canon PowerShot A495
The Canon PowerShot A495 is a compact point-and-shoot camera centered on a 10MP, 1/2.3-inch sensor processed by Canon's DIGIC III image processor. The camera's 2.5-inch fixed LCD with 115,000-dot resolution serves as the primary composition and review tool, as there is no optical viewfinder. Autofocus is handled via Contrast Detection and Face Detection AF with 9 focus points, and ISO sensitivity ranges from 80 to 1600.
Still images max out at 3648 x 2736 pixels, and six color profiles — Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black and White, and Custom — are available for both photos and video. Video recording reaches up to 480p at 30fps in 8-bit. The built-in flash supports Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, and Red-eye reduction modes.
Storage is handled by SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards, with USB connectivity for data transfer. Uniquely, the camera is powered by 2x AA batteries (Alkaline or NiMH), delivering approximately 200 shots on Alkaline or 500 shots on NiMH. The plastic body measures 94 x 62 x 31 mm and weighs 175g, with no weather sealing.
Pros — Canon PowerShot A495
- ✓Versatile AA battery compatibility — Alkaline or NiMH — with up to approximately 500 shots per charge on NiMH
- ✓10MP resolution from the 1/2.3-inch sensor provides solid still image output for the camera class
- ✓9-point autofocus with Face Detection AF for reliable subject acquisition
Cons — Canon PowerShot A495
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital — per specifications
- ✗Video limited to 480p at 30fps, which is well below modern resolution standards
- ✗Burst mode tops out at just 0.9fps, making it impractical for action photography
Videos — Canon PowerShot A495
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