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18.02.09

Canon adds to compact range

Canon has released a number of compacts aimed at photographers looking for advanced point and shoot cameras.

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The first is a super zoom version of its popular PowerShot series. The SX200 IS comes with a wide-angle (28mm) 12x optical zoom lens and is capable of capturing movies in High Definition (720p, 30fps).

Available in black, blue or red, the company claims its 4-stop optical image stabilizer technology will combat camera shake even at the telephoto end of the zoom range and in low-light situations.

It also comes with a new version of the company's smart auto mode and an enhanced easy mode, which use Canon’s scene detection technology to analyze the shot, checking subject brightness, contrast, distance and overall hue and then selecting the appropriate settings. For those wanting more control there is also a full manual mode.

Additional functionality includes the camera’s motion and face detection, which the company says can help avoid “the disappointment of mistimed portraits,” and a self-timer that waits until the user enters the frame before shooting.

The PowerShot SX200 IS will be available in March priced at £359.00.

Key features:

Compact, 12x optical zoom starting at wide-angle 28mm
4-stop optical Image Stabilizer lens
12.1 Megapixels
Digic 4 for ultra-fast response, superb image quality and intelligent technologies
Smart auto mode with scene detection technology
Combats blur with IS, motion detection technology and servo AF
People shots made easy with face detection AF/AE/FE/WB and face select & track, plus face self-timer and auto red-eye correction
3.0”, high resolution LCD
high definition (720p) movie with HDMI connection
Shooting modes include manual control and easy mode
New, easy-to-use user interface with hints and tips
Classic aluminium design available in black, blue and red

Canon has also released 12.1 Megapixel versions of its PowerShot A1100 IS and PowerShot A2100 IS, which incorporate the easy mode and new smart auto mode as detailed above.

The PowerShot A1100 IS is available in blue, pink or silver, while the PowerShot A2100 comes in a black design. They feature optical zoom lenses of 4x and 6x respectively.

Additional shooting modes include dedicated indoor and kids & pets modes for point and shoot situations. Both models are capable of capturing movies at 30 frames per second.

The PowerShot A1100 IS is available from Mid February priced at £219.00. The PowerShot A2100 IS is available from April priced at £259.00.

Key features:

12.1 Megapixels
Smart auto and easy shooting modes with scene detection technology
4x/6x optical zoom (PowerShot A1100 IS/PowerShot A2100 IS) with optical image stabilizer
Digic 4 processing delivers fast response times, high-quality images and intelligent technologies
Combats blur with IS and motion detection technology
People shots made easy with face detection AF/AE/FE/WB and face select & track, plus self-timer and auto red-eye correction
i-Contrast improves dynamic range in shooting or playback
Available in blue, pink or silver (PowerShot A1100 IS), or black (PowerShot A2100 IS)
Range of shooting modes
2.5” LCD plus OVF (PowerShot A1100 IS); 3.0” LCD (PowerShot A2100 IS)
30fps VGA movies with sound plus long play option
Powered by AA batteries for convenience and flexibility

Ixus

The Ixus range also has new models - the Digital Ixus 110 IS and the Digital Ixus 990 IS. The former offers wide shooting via a wide-angle zoom lens (28–112mm), wide-aspect LCD and widescreen HD movie shooting, while the Digital Ixus 990 IS delivers a telephoto reach via a 5.0x optical zoom. Both also feature Canon’s smart auto mode.

Replacing the Digital Ixus 90 IS and Digital Ixus 970 IS respectively, the Digital Ixus 110 IS and Digital Ixus 990 IS are both 12.1 Megapixel models and shoot HD movies (1280 x 720, 30fps). The Digital Ixus 110 IS comes in a choice of gold, silver, pink or blue and the Digital Ixus 990 IS comes in a metallic finish.

The Digital Ixus 110 IS is available from mid March priced at £349.00. The Digital Ixus 990 IS is available from April priced at £379.00.

Key features:

Wide-angle 4x optical zoom lens (Digital Ixus 110 IS), powerful 5x optical zoom (Digital Ixus 990 IS) – both with optical image stabilizer
12.1 megapixel CCD
Wide-aspect 2.8” PureColor LCD II (Digital Ixus 110 IS), 3.0” PureColor LCD II (Digital Ixus 990 IS)
HD movies (1280 x 720, 30fps) and HDMI connection
Smart auto mode with scene detection technology
Digic 4 for ultra-fast responsiveness and superb image quality
Combats blur with IS and motion detection technology
People shots made easy with face detection technology and face select & track, plus blink detection, face self-timer and auto red-eye correction
Active display for interactive playback
i-Contrast brightens dark areas without blowing out correctly-exposed areas
Improved user interface with hints & tips
Digital Ixus 110 IS available in silver, gold, pink, blue

In addition, Canon has released its slimmest ever Ixus model, the 12.1 megapixel Digital Ixus 100 IS, and the 10 megapixel Digital Ixus 95 IS. Both models feature the smart auto mode. The Digital Ixus 100 IS also includes the option to shoot HD movies (1280 x 720, 30fps).

Replacing the Digital Ixus 85 IS, the Digital Ixus 100 IS features an 18.4mm wide stainless steel body, finished in a choice of silver, black, gold or red. The Digital Ixus 95 IS, successor to the Digital Ixus 80 IS, comes in a silver, grey, blue or pink. Both models offer a 3.0x optical zoom. The resolutions offered are: 10.0 megapixels and 12.1 megapixels respectively.

The Digital Ixus 100 IS includes the ability to shoot video clips in HD (1280 x 720). The Digital Ixus 95 IS offers movie capture at VGA resolution with the option of long play movies for extended shooting.

The Digital Ixus 100 IS is available from mid March priced at £299.00. The Digital Ixus 95 IS is available from mid February priced at £249.00.

Key features:

Digital Ixus 100 IS: ultra-slim Ixus design in silver, black, gold or red
Digital Ixus 95 IS: slim, stylish Ixus design in silver, grey, blue or pink
12.1 megapixels (Digital Ixus 100 IS), 10.0 megapixels (Digital Ixus 95 IS)
3.0x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer
Smart auto mode with scene detection technology
Digic 4 for ultra-fast responsiveness and superb image quality
Combats blur with IS and motion detection technology
People shots made easy with face detection technology, blink detection (Digital Ixus 100 IS only) plus face self-timer and auto red-eye correction
2.5” PureColor LCD II
i-Contrast brightens dark areas without blowing out correctly-exposed areas
HD movies and HDMI connection (Digital Ixus 100 IS only)

Waterproof PowerShot

Canon has also launched its first waterproof digital compact camera, the 12.1 megapixel PowerShot D10.

The camera is waterproof to 10m and can withstand the shock of a drop onto a hard surface from 1.22m. Canon claims it is also dustproof and will function at temperatures as low as -10 degrees C.

A range of protective accessories are available to keep the camera safe in challenging environments, including a soft case, shoulder, neck and carabiner straps. Users can also customize their camera’s appearance with an optional coloured front cover set and protect it from knocks and scuffs with a soft case.

The PowerShot D10 also features a special 2.5” LCD, which has been specially modified for better outdoor performance. It is protected by a 2mm shield offering double the brightness of a normal LCD.

The PowerShot D10 is available from end of April priced at £379.00.

Key features:

Waterproof (to 10m), shockproof (1.22m), freeze-proof (-10°C), dust-proof digital camera
12.1 megapixels
3.0x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer
Smart auto mode with scene detection technology
Digic 4 for ultra-fast response, superb image quality and intelligent
Exceptionally bright 2.5” PureColor LCD II with 2mm protective shield
Combats blur with IS and motion detection technology
People shots made easy with face detection technology, face select & track and blink detection, plus self-timer and auto red-eye correction technologies
Optional accessory system includes shoulder & neck strap set and carabiner strap. Optional straps are not designed for use under water plus front cover set
Range of shooting modes and special scene modes
30fps VGA movies

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