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Canon PowerShot A2200 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:135 gBattery life (CIPA):280 shots

Canon PowerShot A2200 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.0

Overall score

Score
4.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

90%

3.4

Technical score

10%

8.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 94% of cameras
3.4

Technical score

Technical score
3.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

28%

4.1

Sensor & Image

25%

2.8

Photo Features

18%

3.2

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

3.5

Battery & Power

7%

2.0

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 97% of cameras
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

Based on 432 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 82% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Canon PowerShot A2200

Technical score
Technical score
3.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

28%

4.1

Sensor & Image

25%

2.8

Photo Features

18%

3.2

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

3.5

Battery & Power

7%

2.0

Connectivity & Storage

3.4
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

Based on 432 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Canon PowerShot A2200 has a popularity score of 8.9, which is higher than 83.8% of cameras.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

60%

4.0

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

5.7
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
14.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
14.1 MP
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 14.1 MP, which is lower than that of 75.5% of cameras and equal to that of 2.7% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.43 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.43 µm
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.43 µm, which are smaller than those in 67.6% of cameras and the same size as those in 2.7% of cameras.
Base ISO
80
Base ISO
80
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 80 which is lower than that of 80.3% of cameras and equal to that of 15.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 1,600
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 1,600, which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 13.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
24 Mbps
Video bitrate
24 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 24 Mbps which is lower than that of 62.5% of cameras and equal to that of 7% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
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Type
compact
Weight
135 g
Weight
135 g
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 135 g which is lighter than 91.6% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.2% of cameras.
Width
93.2 mm
Width
93.2 mm
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 93.2 mm which is narrower than 96% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Height
57.2 mm
Height
57.2 mm
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 57.2 mm which is shorter than 90.6% of cameras.
Thickness
23.6 mm
Thickness
23.6 mm
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 23.6 mm which is thinner than 87.1% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
280 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
280 shots
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 280 shots, which is shorter than that of 66.6% of cameras and equal to that of 1.3% of cameras.
150 with Ni-MH AA.
Battery capacity
740 mAh
Battery capacity
740 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 740 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 85.8% of cameras and equal to those in 2.2% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Canon PowerShot A2200 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 260 g lighter
    Weight
    135 g
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (135 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    135 g vs 395 g
  • 26.7 mm narrower
    Width
    93.2 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (93.2 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    93.2 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 16.7 mm shorter body
    Height
    57.2 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (57.2 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    57.2 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 22.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    23.6 mm
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (23.6 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    23.6 mm vs 46 mm
  • 6.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
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    Canon PowerShot A2200
    the average camera
    Canon PowerShot A2200 has a higher user score than the average camera (8.54 vs 8.000).
    8.54 vs 8
  • 2.42x cheaper
    Canon PowerShot A2200 is cheaper than the average camera (£120 vs £290).
    £120 vs £290
  • 4.59x more popular
    Canon PowerShot A2200 is more popular than the average camera (8.85 vs 1.9).
    8.85 vs 1.93
  • 30 min longer recording time
    Max video recording time
    60 min
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <25 min – >60 min
    This camera records continuously for longer than the average camera (60 min vs 30 min). The average camera records for 30 min.
    29:59 in HD
    60 min vs 30 min
  • 6.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Canon PowerShot A2200
    the average camera
    Canon PowerShot A2200 has a higher user score than the average camera (8.54 vs 8.000).
    8.54 vs 8
  • 2.42x cheaper
    Canon PowerShot A2200 is cheaper than the average camera (£120 vs £290).
    £120 vs £290
  • 4.59x more popular
    Canon PowerShot A2200 is more popular than the average camera (8.85 vs 1.9).
    8.85 vs 1.93
  • 260 g lighter
    Weight
    135 g
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (135 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    135 g vs 395 g
  • 26.7 mm narrower
    Width
    93.2 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (93.2 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    93.2 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 16.7 mm shorter body
    Height
    57.2 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (57.2 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    57.2 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 22.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    23.6 mm
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (23.6 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    23.6 mm vs 46 mm
  • 30 min longer recording time
    Max video recording time
    60 min
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <25 min – >60 min
    This camera records continuously for longer than the average camera (60 min vs 30 min). The average camera records for 30 min.
    29:59 in HD
    60 min vs 30 min
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 4.8 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    0.9 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    focus locked at recording start
  • 1.91 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.43 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.43 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 8% worse value for money
    Canon PowerShot A2200 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.74 vs 6.2).
    5.74 vs 6.2
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.91 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.43 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.43 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    14.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (14.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    14.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    1,600 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (1600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    Reduced resolution only.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 2 older
    Release date
    2011
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2011 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    January 2011
    2,011 vs 2,013
  • 4.8 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    0.9 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
    No true manual exposure mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    focus locked at recording start
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 6 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    24 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (24 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    24 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 380 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    740 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (740 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    740 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • 50 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    280 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (280 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    150 with Ni-MH AA.
    280 shots vs 330 shots
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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cnet.com
27/06/2011
Summary of the review
Canon PowerShot A2200 review - CNET
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firstpost.com
16/05/2011
Summary of the review
Canon PowerShot A2200 - Affordable and Solid - Firstpost
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connect-living.de
27/05/2011
Summary of the review
Canon PowerShot A2200 HD - Connected Living
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Based on 432 buyer reviews from online shops.
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What we like about Canon PowerShot A2200

  • Ultra-compact and lightweight design that easily fits in a pocket
  • Simple and intuitive user interface suitable for beginners
  • Vibrant color reproduction and attractive 'lo-fi' CCD sensor aesthetic
  • Affordable price point for a reliable point-and-shoot
  • Fun creative filters like Toy Camera and Miniature Effect
  • Includes a dedicated 'Discreet' mode for silent, flash-free shooting

What we don't like about Canon PowerShot A2200

  • Slow overall shooting performance and shutter lag
  • Lacks optical image stabilization, leading to blur in low light
  • Optical zoom is disabled during video recording (digital zoom only)
  • Limited manual control options for advanced users
  • No built-in Wi-Fi or modern wireless connectivity
  • LCD screen quality is relatively low-resolution compared to higher-end models

Verdict

The Canon PowerShot A2200 is a budget-friendly compact digital camera featuring a 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor and a DIGIC 4 image processor. It is equipped with a 4x optical zoom lens (28-112mm equivalent) and a 2.7-inch LCD screen with 230,000 dots of resolution. Main characteristics include 720p HD video recording at 30 fps, a dedicated mode dial, and creative filters like Miniature and Toy Camera effects. Its primary pros are its extremely lightweight (135g) and slim design, ease of use for beginners, and decent battery life of approximately 280 shots. However, its main cons include a lack of optical image stabilisation, slow shot-to-shot performance, and the absence of optical zoom while recording video.

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