Canon PowerShot A310
The Canon PowerShot A310 is a 2004 compact digital camera with a 1/2.7" CCD sensor (approx. 3.1 MP), a 33mm F3.6 lens, AA batteries power, and CompactFlash (CF) storage.
Image: Canon Camera Museum
Used prices vary with condition and accessories. Japanese marketplaces are on the Japanese page.
About the Canon PowerShot A310
Released in March 2004, the Canon PowerShot A310 is a fixed-lens CCD compact built around a 1/2.7-inch sensor. Its lens is a single 33 mm equivalent at F3.6 with no zoom, so framing is done by moving your feet rather than turning a ring. Image sizes run from Large at 2048 x 1536 down through 1600 x 1200 and 1024 x 768 to Small at 640 x 480.
The 1.5-inch low-temperature polysilicon TFT monitor has 100% coverage. The body measures 110.0 x 58.0 x 36.6 mm without protrusions and weighs about 175 g without batteries or card. Power comes from two AA cells, either alkaline or nickel-metal hydride, and an optional AC adapter kit, ACK800, is listed. Recording goes to CompactFlash. A single focal length and AA power make it a plain, easy-to-understand starter camera from the early years of digital.
Buying one used
Powered by two AA cells, alkaline or nickel-metal hydride, so check the battery contacts for corrosion. Media is CompactFlash: test a card for recognition and writing. Also confirm the fixed lens extends cleanly and the 1.5-inch monitor shows no dead areas.
Overview
| Maker | Canon |
|---|---|
| Model | PowerShot A310 |
| Released | March 2004 |
Imaging & lens
| Sensor | CCD 1/2.7" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | approx. 3.1 MP |
| Lens | 33mm / F3.6 |
| Zoom | Fixed (no zoom) |
| Monitor | 1.5" LCD (approx. 78k dots) |
Power & storage
| Power | AA batteries |
|---|---|
| Storage | CompactFlash (CF) |