Canon PowerShot A590 IS Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot A590 IS is a 8MP 1/2.5 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 A590 IS
Key Features — Canon PowerShot A590 IS
8MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 3264x2448 pixels, suitable for everyday photos and standard print sizes.
Optical Image Stabilization: Lens-based OIS reduces blur from camera shake without cropping or sacrificing resolution.
DIGIC III Processor: Canon's image processor handles noise reduction and image rendering for improved output quality at higher ISO settings.
AA Battery Compatibility: Runs on 2 x AA alkaline or NiMH batteries, making replacements easy to find anywhere in the world.
Face Detection Autofocus: Automatically detects and focuses on faces in the frame, simplifying portrait and group shots.
Optical Zoom Viewfinder: Real-image zoom viewfinder provides an alternative to the LCD for composing shots, useful in bright light.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot A590 IS
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.5 inch |
| Resolution | 8MP |
| Processor | DIGIC III |
| ISO Range | 80 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3264x2448 |
| Burst Rate | 1.4 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Canon PowerShot A590 IS
The Canon PowerShot A590 IS is a compact point-and-shoot camera featuring an 8MP sensor in a 1/2.5-inch format, processed by the DIGIC III image processor. It captures stills at up to 3264x2448 pixels and supports an ISO range of 80 to 1600 for shooting in different lighting conditions. Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) helps keep images sharp when shooting handheld. The autofocus system combines Contrast Detection and Face Detection AF across 9 focus points, making it easy to lock onto subjects quickly.
The 2.5-inch TFT LCD with 115,000 dots handles image review and composition, while the optical real-image zoom viewfinder offers an alternative framing option. Video recording is available at up to 480p, with multiple frame rate options. Running on 2 x AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH), the camera offers approximately 220 shots (alkaline) or 500 shots (NiMH) per charge.
The body measures 94 x 66 x 41 mm and weighs 221g, with a plastic construction and no weather sealing. Storage is via SD or SDHC cards, and connectivity includes USB.
Pros — Canon PowerShot A590 IS
- ✓Optical image stabilization (OIS) helps reduce camera shake without digital cropping or resolution loss
- ✓Flexible AA battery system supports both alkaline (~220 shots) and NiMH (~500 shots) cells — easy to source anywhere
- ✓Face Detection AF combined with 9-point Contrast Detection AF simplifies portrait shooting
Cons — Canon PowerShot A590 IS
- ✗Video maxes out at 480p — not suitable for anyone needing HD footage
- ✗No weather sealing (rated 'None'), so moisture or dust exposure is a real concern
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity limits sharing options to USB transfer only
Videos — Canon PowerShot A590 IS
The ULTIMATE FILM ALTERNATIVE? My MOST used digital CCD sensor camera. Canon PowerShot A590is — Liam Kix