Digital Camera-Canon Power Shot A640?

hiyall804

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I am still trying to decide what digital cameral to buy. I am looking at a Cannon Power Shot A640. The man at the camera store said that is does work with a Mac OS X. This piticular is not listed, however, on the list that I have of cameras that are know to work with my computor. I know very little about my computor or digital cameras in general. Does anyone know this camera, or have advice on how determine before I buy if it will be compatable?

Thanks,
 
It probably doesn't appear on your list of supported cameras because it was officially launched just over a month ago and has been on the shelves for less than that. It almost certainly is supported in Mac OS X, and it appears to come bundled with Mac software as well as claiming Mac support on the specs, so I'd say it should be fine.

My only concern is that the SD memory card that comes with it is only 32mb. On a camera capable of 10 megapixels, that is pretty small - at high quality you'll probably only fit 15 shots on the card. If you are thinking of getting this camera, make sure you budget a little extra for either a 512MB or 1GB SD card.

Also, remember to budget for 4x AA NiMH rechargeable batteries and an appropriate charger. High-performance digital cameras don't run well unless the right type of batteries are used.

Its easy to see that the "true cost" of a digital camera can often be well over the purchase price, but without enough storage, and appropriate power, you just won't get the results you want.
 
Thank you so much for the quick reply. Do you think this is a good camera? Also, does $399 price sound about right? If I buy this week, it also come with a year a free photo processing (I think about $125 value). I do like this camera shop (I have bough various things over the years there with no hassels/problems), no presure to buy, free classes on how to use your new cameral, etc. Also, what should I expect to pay for the higher memory card and battery charger? Angain, any thoughts on the matter are certainly appreciated!

Thanks,
 
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