PC card Type II / Type III, built-in 1 MB flash memory
Max memory
Up to 2GB (PC Card)
Battery
6x AA batteries (NiMH rechargeable recommended)
Size
159.5 × 92.5 × 58.8 mm
Weight
Approx. 420 g (body only, without battery and card)
Canon PowerShot 600 FAQ
What battery does the Canon PowerShot 600 use?
Canon PowerShot 600 uses 6x AA batteries (NiMH rechargeable recommended). When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Canon PowerShot 600 take?
Canon PowerShot 600 uses PC card Type II / Type III, built-in 1 MB flash memory. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2GB (PC Card); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Canon PowerShot 600 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 0.3 MP effective Canon digital camera from 1996 with 1/3-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Canon options, compare Canon PowerShot 350 and Canon PowerShot 600N.
How do you transfer photos from the Canon PowerShot 600?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Canon PowerShot 600 is worth judging as its own PowerShot body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Canon PowerShot 600 works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/3″ CCD and 35mm film equivalent : 50mm) are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Canon PowerShot 600N, Canon PowerShot 350, Canon PowerShot E1, Canon PowerShot N to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
