New PowerShot Lineup Enables Photographers To Stay Connected While Capturing Legendary Canon Image Quality
Highlighted Features include Wi-Fi, Powerful Optical Zoom and RuggednessLAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 7, 2012 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the addition of four PowerShot digital cameras: the ELPH 530 HS, ELPH 320 HS, SX260 HS, and D20. Photographers no longer have to sacrifice image quality for the ability to instantly share images and videos with the use of the PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and ELPH 320 HS Wi-Fi enabled cameras. The PowerShot SX260 HS camera puts Canon's amazing optical reach into a pocket sized camera, with a 20x optical zoom (25mm to 500mm) letting you pull subjects in close. Designed for the adventurous photographer looking to take spectacular photos, the rugged PowerShot D20 camera is ideally suited for the backpacker, snowboarder or tropical-traveler.
"Canon wants to help people capture the best images possible with the ability to quickly and easily share them with the world. With new PowerShot features such as Wi-Fi connectivity, people can quickly upload and share images on social networks," said Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. "Whether it's a powerful zoom, Wi-Fi or waterproof features, our new PowerShot lineup empowers people to be creative with their photography. There are good enough images and there are great images, we always aim to help people capture the best images."
Mobile Sharing with Excellent Image Quality
The Wi-Fi functionality built into the two ELPH models allow for a
variety of connection options to help photographers share, upload, or
back-up images. Users can connect directly to a wireless network from
their camera to upload photos and videos to the Canon iMAGE GATEWAYi,
an online service that lets registered users store images to an online
album, and then post their content to social networks such as Facebook,
YouTube and Twitter. In March, the Canon CameraWindow application is expected to be available on the Apple App Store for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touchii to further enhance the connectivity options. With this App, users can transfer and save images and videos from the camera to compatible iOS devices, which can then be directly uploaded to Facebook and YouTube or emailed. Photos and videos can also be shared on-the-spot with friends and family by transmitting to another current Wi-Fi-enabled Canon camera as well. A similar app is expected to be available in May for Android devices.
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS Digital Camera
The flagship of the ELPH line, the .78 inches thick ELPH 530 HS
camera has the classic style of the original ELPH design while also
being Wi-Fi enabled and packing an amazing 12x optical zoom lens to
capture great shots from a distance. Canon's HS SYSTEM has been included
where the 10-megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS sensor will work in tandem
with the camera's DIGIC 5 image processor to help produce high-quality
images in low-light conditions. The ELPH 530 HS will also shoot 1080p
Full HD video helping capture footage in crystal clear clarity. This new
model sports a 3.2-inch LCD touch screen for simple and intuitive
operation and menu navigation, Smart AUTO scene selection with 58
scenes, Face ID for optimal images of up to 12 registered subjects and
the Intelligent Image Stabilization (IS) function. The camera will be
available in black or white for an estimated retail price of $349.99 and
is expected to ship in April.
Canon PowerShot ELPH 320 HS Digital Camera
The Canon PowerShot ELPH 320 HS camera makes the perfect on-the-go
camera for the young and active photographer, with Wi-Fi connectivity
for easy uploading of memorable moments. The HS SYSTEM has also been
included on this model with the 16.1 megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS and
DIGIC 5 image processor working together to produce high-quality,
low-light images. For those users who value high-quality video, the
camera has 1080p Full HD capabilities as well. A 5x-Optical Zoom 24mm
wide-angle lens will help expand the shooting capabilities of the camera
and a 3.2-inch LCD touch screen for simple and intuitive operation and
menu navigation. This camera will also feature Smart AUTO scene
selection with 58 scenes and Face ID in addition to Intelligent IS. The
camera will be available in four eye-catching colors (black, silver,
blue and red) for an estimated retail price of $279.99 and is expected
to ship in March.
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS Digital Camera
Canon's PowerShot SX260 HS camera delivers a powerful 20x Optical
Zoom and 25mm Wide-Angle lens with Optical Image Stabilization delivers
stunning images from up close or at a distance and measuring just
1.29-inches thick. The camera's impressive zoom is accompanied by
Canon's HS SYSTEM for improved low-light shooting with a 12.1-megapixel
high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 image processor. Combining this
incredible zoom and high-image quality will allow photographers of all
levels to capture great photos or 1080p Full HD video up close and at a
distance, all in one portable, powerful digital camera. The Smart AUTO
scene selection with 58 scenes and Face ID has also been included in
this incredibly diverse yet compact device. The camera also includes
Intelligent IS and GPS photo tagging with location and elevation
information to help plot exactly where your travels have taken you.
Adding to the feature-set is High-Speed Burst HQ allowing for
approximately 10 high-resolution shots to be captured at a continuous
rate at 10.3 frames per second. The camera will be available in three
colors - black, green and red - and is expected to be available in March
for an estimated retail price of $349.99.
Canon PowerShot D20 Digital Camera:
Waterproofiii, shock-proof,iv and freeze-proofv
the PowerShot D20 is built with the active photographer in mind.
Outfitted with an easy-to-access button, the camera enables users to
switch from normal photo mode to snow or underwater mode, even with
gloves on. To help make the underwater photos as great as those captured
on dry land, the camera has a built-in underwater macro mode producing
amazing pictures up close while diving or snorkeling. When recording
video, the camera includes wind reduction technology to help capture
clear audio even in breezy conditions. It touts an impressive array of
features including the HS SYSTEM incorporating a 12.1-megapixel
high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor, 1080p Full HD
video and a 5x optical zoom lens. Also included is a 3.0-inch LCD
screen, GPS-capabilities allowing users to track their locations and tag
each photo with latitude, longitude, and elevation information and
Intelligent IS.vi The PowerShot D20 camera is expected to ship in May 2012 for an estimated retail price of $349.99.For more information about the new Canon PowerShot cameras go to: www.usa.canon.com/powershot
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer,
business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions. With
more than $45 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc.
(NYSE:CAJ), ranks fourth overall in patent holdings in the U.S. in
2010†, and is one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies
in 2011. Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest levels of customer
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Availability, prices, and specifications of all products are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.
i Canon iMAGE GATEWAY Online Photo Album available starting February 14, 2012. One-time registration will be required.
ii Compatible with iOS 4.3 or later versions.
iii Down to 33 feet
iv Up to 5 feet
v As low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit
vi GPS functions will not operate while the camera is under water.
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