4x optical zoom (35–140mm 35mm equiv.), 4x digital zoom
Picture Modes
Full Manual control
Range of shooting modes including new Sunset and Easy modes
Stabilisation
Optical Image Stabilisation
Sensitivity
ISO80-1600
White balance
Auto, 6 modes
Storage
SD / SDHC, MMC
32MB memory card supplied
Battery
2x Size-AA Alkaline or NiMH Batteries (Alkalines supplied)
Other / Key features
Face detection
New Motion Detection Technology with High ISO Auto
Automatic Red-Eye Correction in shooting and playback
DIGIC III and iSAPS for superb image quality and performance
Range of optional lens accessories (PowerShot A590 IS only)