Canon Announces Three New Ixus Cameras

March 13, 2008: Next month will see the release by Canon of three new Ixus digicams, the Ixus 970 IS, Ixus 90 IS and Ixus 85 IS.
Featuring optical image stabilisation and the classic Ixus design and construction, the new models come with an enhanced DiGIC III image processor and include Motion Detection Technology and Face Detection Technology. Canon’s in-camera red-eye correction allows red-eye to be removed automatically during shooting. In addition, the improved Face Detection with White Balance (WB) ensures skin tones appear natural in any environment. All three models come with 10.0-megapixel ‘1/2.3-inch’ type image sensors.
Top of the range is the Ixus 970 IS, which has the longest zoom range of all Ixus cameras. Its 5x optical zoom lens covers a focal length range equivalent to 37-185mm in 35mm format. Up to 4x digital zoom is supported. This model has a 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II screen and real-image zoom viewfinder. It carries an RRP of $549.

Frotn and rear views of the Ixus 970 IS.

The Ixus 90 IS has a 3x optical zoom lens with a focal length range equivalent to 35-105mm in 35mm format. It sports a 3.0-inch TFT colour LCD monitor with a resolution of 230,000 dots but has no viewfinder. Its geometric styling improves overall handling characteristics and accents the stylish body shape. The IXUS 90 IS will sell for $479 (RRP).

Frotn and rear views of the Ixus 90 IS.
The Ixus 85 IS (RRP $429) will come in two colours, silver and black, with the colour effects located in the ring surrounding the lens. Its 3x optical zoom lens covers a focal length range of 35-105mm and it sports a 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II screen and real-image zoom viewfinder. This camera is the thinnest Ixus model to date, with a thickness of only 20.4 mm.

The two colour options for the Ixus 85 IS: black (left) and silver (right).
Details of all three cameras can be found at www.canon.com.au. For stockist information, phone Canon on 1800 021 167.