Canon PowerShot A720 IS - Canon Camera Reviews

This is a condensed review of the Canon PowerShot A720 IS provided by DPReviews.com. The full review can be found at the link provided.

Conclusion - Pros

Surprisingly good image quality (at lower ISO settings)
Accurate metering in the majority of situations
Long lens with surprisingly good edge-to-edge performance
Handy macro performance at wide end of lens
Bright, clear screen
Very simple user interface
Good battery life out of NiMH AA batteries
Feels fast and responsive in use
Fairly subtle noise reduction in ISO 100-400 region
Direct print button can be customized into something useful
Comprehensive range of controls
Well priced

Conclusion - Cons

Occasional tendency to ignore (and overexpose) bright regions
Usual issues above ISO 400 due to noise and noise reduction
Low resolution screen
Rather cheap feeling plastics
Plastic tripod mount mounted on far corner of body
Battery life and flash recycle times far from class-leading (thanks to two AA cells)