Canon PowerShot A85 / A20 Digital camera

The camera is a Canon PowerShot A85, a very successful model launched by Canon in 2004 for its line of advanced compact cameras in the 'A' series. Key Technical Specifications Image sensor: 4.0-megapixel CCD sensor, capable of producing detailed prints and early significant crops from photos. Lens and zoom: 3x optical zoom (equivalent to a 35-105mm in 35mm terms) paired with a 9-point autofocus system (AiAF) for off-center subjects. DIGIC processor: Equipped with Canon's original DIGIC image processor, delivering excellent color reproduction and good operational speed for the era. Creative controls (PASM): In addition to automatic modes and scene presets, it offers full manual exposure control (P, Tv, Av, and M). Display and viewfinder: 1.8-inch rear LCD screen paired with the classic optical viewfinder for framing even in bright direct sunlight. Storage: Uses CompactFlash (CF) Type I memory cards. Power: Operates with 4 AA batteries, making it easy to use immediately with long-lasting modern NiMH rechargeable batteries. The second camera is Canon PowerShot A20, a historic model launched on the market in 2001 that formed part of Canon's first generation of the popular 'A' series. Key Technical Specifications Image sensor: 2.1-megapixel CCD sensor, ideal at the time for standard 10x15 cm prints. Lens and zoom: 3x optical zoom (equivalent to a 35-105mm in 35mm terms) paired with a 3-point autofocus system (AiAF). Display and viewfinder: 1.5-inch rear LCD for navigating the menus and a classic optical viewfinder for framing with the display off. Storage: Uses CompactFlash (CF) Type I cards, housed in the side compartment. Power: Operates on 4 AA batteries, a feature that makes it very easy to power and test today. Shooting modes: Offers a fully automatic mode and several scene presets, as well as basic manual controls such as exposure compensation and white balance.

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