Canon IXUS I5 Digital Camera
June 4, 2009
The Canon IXUS i5 Digital Camera, which is also known as the PowerShot SD20, is a stylish looking 5 mega-pixel camera that comes with advanced features. It has a dimension of 90.3x47x18.5 mm and a weight of 100 grams. Canon IXUS i5 5MP Digital Camera includes 1/2.5-inch CCD sensor that offers a sensor resolution of 5 mega-pixels. It uses the DIGIC processor along with iSAPS technology for good quality images. The iSAPS technology acts as a photographer's assistant. It first analyses the scene and then optimises the camera settings accordingly. It is a camera which comes with fixed focal length of 6.4mm and a digital zoom of 6.5x.
Canon IXUS i5 Digital Camera has a 3cm minimum focusing distance for great macro photography. The shutter speed lies between 15-1/500 seconds. Previewing of images can be done on the camera's 1.5-inch TFT screen that offers a 78,000 pixel screen resolution. It comes with a 9-point auto-focusing system for better focusing capabilities. Thus you can now focus precisely even if the subject is not in the centre. You can relive your precious moments by shooting all those important and valuable moments with the IXUS i5. Video can be shot at a resolution of 640x480 pixels at the rate of 10fps and at 320x240 pixels at the rate of 15fps.
Canon IXUS i5 Compact Digital Camera has PictBridge compatibility that enables you to print photos directly through any PictBridge printer, thus eliminating the need for a computer. You can upload your photos and compile it on the Canon's Image Gallery, where you are provided with 100MB of free space. Image taken using this gadget can also be edited using Canon's image editing software. Available in 4 attractive colours, this is one simple to use entry level camera.
Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera
June 3, 2009
The Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera, is an affordable camera that offers sharp pictures and excellent manual controls. The Canon PowerShot A590 IS 8MP Digital Camera offers an image resolution of 8 mega-pixels, which is expected to provide good quality images. This digital camera measures 94.3 x 64.7 x 40.8mm in dimension and weighs about 175 grams. It uses the DIGIC III image processor that is believed to provide faster processing speeds as well as improve the image quality whilst extending the battery life. Images can be previewed on the camera's 2.5-inch LCD screen. The focal length of the camera varies between 5.8 – 23.2 mm that is equal to 35-140 mm on a 35mm equivalent camera.
The Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera includes lens system that offers a 4x optical zoom, this indicates that the images can be magnified up-to 4 times the original size with causing any adverse effects on the image quality. The digital zoom on the other hand causes blurred and distorted images; this camera offers a maximum of 4x digital zoom. It provides around 19 shooting modes for complete manual operations. It includes a wide range of ISO control that varies between ISO 80 to 1600. The light sensitivity determines the sharpness of the image. The normal focus range begins at 40cm while the macro range starts at 5cms. Video is recorded at the rate of 30fps. Movie recording includes a VGA and LP movie modes that occupies just half the amount of memory space. LP movies are recorded at the rate of 20fps.
Canon PowerShot A590 IS Compact Digital Camera comes with Face Detection and Motion Detection technologies. The Face Detection technology focuses on the subjects face and adjusts the exposure, flash and white balance according to the situation for the perfect portrait. On the other hand the Motion Detection technology senses the physical movement of the subject and adjusts the shutter speed accordingly for the perfect shot. Red-eye factor is automatically corrected. The Optical Image Stabiliser checks and corrects the effects of camera shakes, thus preventing blurred images in all types of situations. This camera is currently priced at £139.
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Digital Camera
May 30, 2009
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Digital Camera is a brand new member of Canon's PowerShot A-series cameras. This camera measures 95.4 x 62.4 x 31.0mm in dimension and weighs about 155 grams. The Canon PowerShot A1100 IS 12MP Digital Camera offers an image resolution of 12.1 mega-pixels, for superior quality images. This digital camera has a 2.5-inch 115k dots, LCD monitor that can be used for viewing images. It uses DIGIC4 processing technology for faster image processing and better colour reproduction. Also, it helps in enhancing the quality of the picture along with optimum noise reduction. The focal length range offered is 6.2 – 24.8 mm, which is equal to 35-140 mm on a 35mm equivalent camera.
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Digital Camera offers a 4x optical zoom and a 4x digital zoom. The optical magnification does not affect the image clarity while the digital zoom may result distorted images. Using the camera's macro mode, you can shoot objects that are just 3cms away from the lens system. Canon's optical image stabilizer takes care of blur caused due to camera shakes. It provides the facility of recording smooth VGA movie clips at the touch of a button. Video is recorded at the rate of 30fps.
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Point-n-Shoot Digital Camera includes an Intelligent Scene Detection technology that automatically alters the settings to suit the present conditions. Also its Face Detection feature has the capability to track and focus of 35 faces whilst adjusting the camera functions for the perfect portrait photo. Also the Motion Detection technology has been incorporated in the system for sensing the physical movement of subjects. Laden with such interesting functionalities, this one is available in three attractive colours and is priced at £219.
Canon IXUS 990 IS Digital Camera
May 26, 2009
The new Canon IXUS 990 IS Digital Camera, which is also known as Canon SD970, is one of the best digital cameras in the IXUS range. The Canon IXUS 990 IS 12MP Digital Camera measures 94.8 x 56.8 x 26.3 mm and weighs 160 grams. It offers an image resolution of 12 mega-pixels, which assures superior quality images. Images can be previewed by using the camera's 3-inch LCD display that has a screen resolution of 461k pixels. The internal memory capacity can be increased using SD, SDHC, MMC memory cards. The focal length varies between 6.6 - 33.0 mm. Subjects placed just 2cms away from the lens system can be shot with clarity using the camera's macro mode.
Canon IXUS 990 IS Digital Camera comes with an optical zoom of 5x and a digital zoom of 4x. The optical and digital magnification factor determines the amount of enlargement that can be provided to the image. However unlike the digital zoom, optical zoom does not cause the image to get blurred or distorted. Shooting in low light conditions may cause distortion, however with a high ISO of 1600, this can be prevented. It uses the DIGIC4 image processor for fast processing speeds and excellent colour reproduction along with great image quality.
Canon IXUS 990 IS Compact Digital Camera comes with high definition movie recording facility. Thus now movies can be recorded at a high resolution of 1280x720 pixels and using the HDMI port, you can watch the photos and videos on a HDTV. The i-Contrast mode adjusts the exposure and saturation settings for perfect background, while the Intelligent Scene Selection, chooses the correct scenic mode depending on the situation. Also the Face Detection technology can track and focus on up to 35 faces in one shot and adjust the camera settings for optimum image clarity. This elegant camera with a range of intelligent features is priced at £379.
Canon Ixus 60 Digital Camera
May 20, 2009
Canon has presented the Canon Ixus 60 Digital Camera, which is a classic device with interesting features. The Canon Ixus 60 6MP Digital Camera measures about 86 x 53.5 x 21.7 mm in dimension and weighs around 140 grams. It consists of CCD sensors that comes with an image resolution of 6 mega-pixels. It uses DIGIC II image processor system for faster picture processing and better colour reproduction. Its internal memory can be increased using SD or MMC memory cards. Images can be viewed as well as previewed on the camera's 2.5-inch LCD screen with a display resolution of 173K pixels.
The Canon Ixus 60 Digital Camera offers a 3x optical zoom and a 4x digital zoom. The zoom determines the magnification that can be provided to the original image. The shutter speed of this camera ranges between 15-1/500 seconds, while the focal length range falls between 5.8-17.4 mm. The light sensitivity determines the camera's ability to adjust to low light conditions whilst delivering good quality images. The ISO range that this camera offers is between 80-800. the closest focusing distance happens to be just 3cms while the normal focusing distance starts at about 30cms. Sequential shooting can be doe at the rate of 2.1fps. Also movies can be recorded at the rate of 60fps at a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels.
The Canon Ixus 60 Ultra Compact Digital Camera provides 16 shooting modes for convenience purposes. It also has a My Colours feature that allows you to add special colour effects before and after shooting. With its PictBridge compatibility, you can take direct prints of your photos without the need to connect it to the computer. Also you can subscribe to the Canon iMAGE GATEWAY that provides you with 100MB of web space for your own photo gallery. This is a compact and simple Canon camera that promises sharp images.
