Question 1

How large a print from this 16MP camera?  I need 30x40 or even larger without pixel distortion.

Accepted Answer

Very doubtful, as this camera's sensor is 1/2.3 (5.76x4.29 mm) which is the same size found in many smartphones. A 35mm (full-frame) has an area that is 35 times larger than this sensor size. The problem with a sensor this size and a high megapixel count (12 MP or more) is that you end up creating a lot of noise from these microscopic pixels. After certain point you can't help but have a lot of pixel distortion. I've done 8x10 and 11x14 but after that I'd have to resort to using my DSLR to get up there.

Question 2

can this camera sownload pictuews ro a computer?

Accepted Answer

Although I have not downloaded anything directly from the Canon Powershot to my computer (I use SD cards), the Canon manual indicates that you can download images via a mini-USB cable, and you can also update the software on the camera from the Canon website using a mini-USB cable.

Question 3

what items are included with camera?

Accepted Answer

Just the wrist strap and batteries. But still a great entry level camera with nice but not extensive features.

Question 4

Which type of SD card is best for this camera?

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the cheapest price for the biggest memory makes sense.   In terms of manufacturers of cards, I don't know of any big differences - SanDisk is pretty common.  In terms of size, it depends on your shooting habits.  I transfer the files on my card monthly - the Canon makes monthly folders.  I use an 8 gig card, and if I shoot more than 300 pictures, or have more than 20 minutes of movies, it fills up.  It might make sense for me to go to 16 gigs, but it's rare with my shooting load that I surpass 8 gigs.  If you're someone who NEVER backs up the card, then it may be a better to use a smaller card in order to FORCE YOU into better archiving habits.  My wife's camera has files on it dating back three years to various holidays and vacations - she shoots about 25 pictures per year.  But if something happened to the card - theft, loss, gets dumped in water - then that's three years' worth of stuff that gets lost if it isn't backed up somewhere else.  Short answer - whatever your shooting load is, make sure you regularly back it up and have copies elsewhere.  Oh yeah, and you don't have to take every single picture off - you can select some to leave on the card, so that you can have them on your camera for playback.  I've got puppy pictures on my camera that are three years old, but I've taken off thousands of pics since.  When you copy the whole folder to your computer, you then go back and delete what you want from the card.  You don't have to delete everything off the card you've saved to computer. Just delete files you don't want on the card and keep the ones you do.  If you don't shoot a lot, you may never fill up the card, but back it up regularly anyway. Enjoy!

ASIN	B00AWYMXZY
Age Range Description	Adult
Aperture modes	F2.8-
Are Batteries Included	Yes
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Auto Focus Technology	Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Tracking
Autofocus	Yes
Autofocus Points	9
Best Sellers Rank	#86,019 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #781 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras
Bit Depth	8 Bit
Brand	Canon
Built-In Media	Battery
Camera Flash	Built-In
Camera Lens	28 Mm
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	[Canon]
Compatible Flash Memory Type	SDHC, SDXC
Compatible Mountings	Canon
Connectivity Technology	USB
Continuous Shooting	25 FPS
Crop Mode	4:3
Customer Reviews	4.2 out of 5 stars 1,105 Reviews
Digital Scene Transition	zoom
Digital Zoom	5
Digital-Still	Yes
Display Fixture Type	Fixed
Display Maximum Resolution	480x360
Display Resolution Maximum	230000
Display Type	LCD
Dots Per Screen	230000
Effective Still Resolution	16
Expanded ISO Maximum	1600
Expanded ISO Minimum	100
Exposure Control	Automatic, Digital IS, Live View Control, Program
File Format	JPEG (Exif 2.3)
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type	SDHCI
Flash Memory Speed Class	1
Flash Memory Type	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class	1
Flash Memory Video Speed Class	U1
Flash Modes	Automatic
Flash Sync Speed	1/250
Focal Length Description	28 millimeters
Focus Features	Contrast Detection
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
Focus Type	Auto Focus
Form Factor	Compact
Generation	14
Global Trade Identification Number	00013803207095
HDMI Type	No
Hardware Interface	VGA
Has Color Screen	Yes
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video
Image Stabilization	Digital
Image stabilization	Digital
Item Weight	6.14 Ounces
JPEG Quality Level	Fine
Lens Construction	Multi-element
Lens Type	Wide Angle, Zoom
Manufacturer	Canon Cameras US
Manufacturer Part Number	8115B001
Maximum Focal Length	140 Millimeters
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/2000 Seconds
Metering Methods	Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
Minimum Focal Length	28 Millimeters
Minimum Shutter Speed	15 seconds
Model Name	8115B001
Model Number	8115B001
Model Series	PowerShot A
Movie Mode	Yes
Night vision	No
Optical Zoom	5 x
Photo Filter Size	28 Millimeters
Photo Sensor Resolution	16 MP
Photo Sensor Size	1/2.3-inch
Photo Sensor Technology	CCD
Real Angle Of View	46 Degrees
Recording Capacity	120 Minutes
Remote Included	No
Screen Size	2.7 Inches
Self Timer	10 Seconds
Sensor Type	CCD
Series Number	1
Shooting Modes	Scene
Skill Level	Professional
Special Feature	Travel
Specific Uses For Product	Photography
Supported File Format	JPEG (Exif 2.3)
Supported Image Format	JPEG
Total Still Resolution	16 MP
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1
UPC	013803207095
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Video Capture Format	AVC
Video Output	HDMI
Video Resolution	HD 720p
Viewfinder	Optical
Warranty Description	Limited 1 year
White Balance Settings	Auto, Shade
Wireless Technology	Yes
Write Speed	up to 60 MB/s to up to 100 MB/s
Zoom	Optical

Canon PowerShot A1400 16.0 MP Digital Camera with 5X Digital Image Stabilized Zoom 28mm Wide-Angle Lens and 720p HD Video Recording (Black)

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