Along with a 6x optical image stabilized zoom, the compact PowerShot A710 IS is packed with features that make it a worthy successor to the popular PowerShot A700 it replaces. Improvements include a 7.1-megapixel sensor and new photo effects that add to the already extensive creative possibilities. The PowerShot A710 IS maintains many of the features that made its predecessor so successful, including an extensive range of shooting modes, full manual control, VGA quality movie recording, ISO 800 shooting, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen. The PowerShot A710 IS features: 7.1 megapixels 6x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer DIGIC II, iSAPS, 9-Point AiAF, FlexiZone AF/AE Digital teleconverter and Safety Zoom 2.5-inch LCD with wide viewing angle and real-image optical viewfinder 20 shooting modes