The A590 offers 4x optical zoom, with optical image stabilization that allows shooting in full zoom. The main reasons I selected it for this list: manual controls and the accuracy of the scene modes. The camera also allows manual focusing, only digital though.
The lens offers a zoom range equivalent of 35-140mm, while the aperture ranges from f/2.6-f/5.5. I like this camera because it’s fast and doesn’t leave waiting for that micro-second when your subject is inconveniently whizzing past you. The camera takes two AA batteries. We used two alkaline batteries, which offered over 130 pictures (after which I lost count). The camera costs Rs 10,500 with a 1GB card. Totally worth it!
