Canon PowerShot A60 Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot A60 is a 2MP Other compact camera — with null video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot A60
Key Features — Canon PowerShot A60
2MP 1/2.7" Sensor: Captures images at up to 1600x1200 resolution, suited for casual snapshots and small prints.
Dual Framing Options: Both a 1.5-inch TFT LCD and an optical tunnel viewfinder let you compose shots in bright sunlight or conserve battery.
Four AA Battery Power: Runs on standard AA batteries, delivering approximately 250 shots with the LCD on and 350 with it off — easy to source anywhere.
CompactFlash Storage: Uses CF cards for image storage, a common and widely available format for cameras of this era.
Five Color Profiles: In-camera options including Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Monochrome allow basic creative control at the time of shooting.
Built-In Flash Modes: Supports Auto, On, Off, and Manual Red Eye reduction modes for basic flash control without an external unit.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot A60
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | Other |
| Resolution | 2MP |
| ISO Range | 50 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 5 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1600x1200 |
| Burst Rate | 2.6 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | null |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.5 inches TFT color LCD |
Description — Canon PowerShot A60
The Canon PowerShot A60 is a point-and-shoot compact camera featuring a 2MP sensor and CompactFlash storage media. Framing options include both a 1.5-inch TFT color LCD at 118,000 dots and an optical tunnel viewfinder. The autofocus system uses contrast detection across 5 focus points, though eye tracking and subject tracking are not supported.
ISO sensitivity runs from 50 to 400. The built-in flash offers Auto, On, Off, and Manual Red Eye modes for flexible flash control. Shooters can choose from five color profiles — Vivid, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Sepia, and Monochrome — directly in-camera.
Burst shooting is available at up to 2.6fps. The plastic body measures 101 x 64 x 32 mm and weighs 315g, with no weather sealing. Power comes from four AA batteries, rated at approximately 250 shots with LCD on or 350 shots with LCD off.
USB connectivity enables wired transfer, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are absent. There is no image stabilization of any type.
Pros — Canon PowerShot A60
- ✓Five-point contrast detection autofocus system provides basic but functional subject acquisition
- ✓Four AA battery compatibility (specifications: battery.type) with approximately 250 shots LCD-on or 350 shots LCD-off offers accessible power sourcing
- ✓Five color profiles including Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Monochrome (photoSpecs.colorProfiles) allow some in-camera creative control
Cons — Canon PowerShot A60
- ✗2MP maximum resolution (sensor.resolution) limits image output size and cropping flexibility
- ✗No image stabilization of any type (imageStabilization.type: None), which can result in blur at slower shutter speeds
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth (connectivity.wifi: false, connectivity.bluetooth: false) means no wireless transfer capability
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