Testseek.co.uk have collected 37 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot A590 IS and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot A590 IS.
March 2008
(81%)
37 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(86%)
13 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
81010037
The editors liked
Very good image quality
Face detection software
Optical image stabilisation helps in low light
Good size 2.5" screen
Robust body
Orientation sensor
Excellent battery life
Focus assist light
Good macro mode
Quick performance
Full manual controls
Broader 4x zoom range than usually found at this price
Optical image stabiliser
Efficient optical stabilization
Nice colors
Quality of video
Simple navigation
P
A
S
And M modes
Great picture quality
Fast shutter speed
Broad manual feature set
The editors didn't like
Lacks wide angle lens
Slightly small icons on mode dial
Bulkier than alternatives
Mainly plastic build
Powered by non rechargeable AAs
No wide angle
Low definition of LCD
Inaccurate viewfinder
Purple fringes
Construction is ‘’too’’ plastic
Chunky appearance
Slow shot-to-shot time with the onboard flash enabled
Abstract: In the first of our five group tests of compact digital cameras, were looking at what are best termed budget models. Weve not gone for the absolute cheapest of the cheap (you can, after all buy a digital camera/ webcam thingy for as little as $20)...
Photos from the Canon PowerShot A590 IS will never be mistaken for digital SLR output, but this camera is a great choice for anyone seeking an inexpensive, easy-to-use point-and-shoot that produces high-quality images. And don't be afraid to put its o...
Small, compact size, Advanced Face and Motion Detection, "Easy" mode for novices, Full Manual mode and good image adjustment capability for advanced users, Very good color, Image Stabilization reduces blur, 9-point AF for accurate focus, Larg...
Slightly high chromatic aberration and blurring in corners of the frame (only extends a short ways into the frame though), High image noise at ISO 1,600, Slight oversaturation of reds and blues, Pinkish tint to Caucasian skin tones, Slow Continuous Sho...
The Canon PowerShot A590 IS is a good all-around digital camera, capable enough to perform well under most shooting conditions. Its range of manual and automatic exposure modes will set any user level at ease, and its healthy selection of shooting tool...
Abstract: This camera is so similar to its sister models that we reviewed that the conclusion is no different. The main options are getting a higher zoom with the Powershot A720 IS or getting one megapixel less with the A570 IS. If cost is no object, the A720 h...
Would the world be any poorer without the existence of the Canon PowerShot A590 IS? Since it offers little thats revolutionary, the answer is: very probably not. However, its cutely styled if overall a bit business-like, inoffensive in operation a...
Abstract: Over the past few weeks we've seen some budget-priced compact cameras that have been short on features but low on cost. However for just a few pounds more you can get a well-made and easy-handling camera that offers 8.0 megapixels, 4x zoom, manual exposur...
Excellent photo quality in good light, Great value for the money, Slightly more zoom power than typical cameras in this class, Optical image stabilization, Snappy performance, Very good low light focusing and LCD visibility, Full manual controls, plus ...
Low light photos have too much noise and noise reduction artifacting, Movie mode frame rate has dropped to 20 fps since previous model, Low LCD resolution, Zoom setting not shown on LCD, Flash a little slow to charge, Plastic tripod mount
As I said at the start of the review, Ive long been a fan of Canons A-series PowerShots. The PowerShot A590 IS remains a very good camera for just about everyone. Its a relatively minor update to its predecessor (the A570), with the main changes bei...
