United Kingdom, 22 February, 2007: Canon today updates its Digital IXUS range with two striking new models the 7.1 Megapixel Digital IXUS 75 and Digital IXUS 70. The ultra compact Digital IXUS 75 sports a metallic finish with a massive 3.0 PureColor LCD, offset by a distinctive circular accent around the lens. A touch sensitive control dial provides easy access to key camera settings. The Digital IXUS 70 is Canons slimmest optical zoom camera yet, featuring a clean, minimalist design inspired by the original IXUS. Measuring only 19.4mm deep, it comes in both black and silver finishes. Both cameras incorporate a clever new Red-Eye Correction feature in Playback mode.
The Digital IXUS 75 and Digital IXUS 70 offer superb response times and high-quality image rendering through Canons DIGIC III image processor. DIGIC III also powers Face Detection and Noise Reduction Technology, making it easier for users to capture sharp, well-exposed images in clubs, restaurants and other social situations.
Pricing and availability
The Digital IXUS 75 will be available from mid March 2007 priced at £269.00 RRP inc.VAT / 399.00 RRP inc. VAT.
The Digital IXUS 70 will be available from mid March 2007 priced at £249.00 RRP inc. VAT / 369.00 RRP inc. VAT.
Features at a glance:
7.1 Megapixels
3x optical zoom 35-105mm (35mm equivalent) with UA lens
DIGIC III with Face Detection AF/AE/FE and Noise Reduction Technology
Red-Eye Correction in playback
3.0 PureColor LCD (Digital IXUS 75); 2.5 PureColor LCD
(Digital IXUS 70)
ISO 1600 and Auto ISO Shift
17 Shooting modes plus My Colors photo effects
30fps VGA Movies and Time Lapse Movie function
With their advanced functionality and bold design concepts, these new models go beyond the conventional, said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging, Europe. Its this unfaltering pursuit of new technologies and new aesthetics that set the Digital IXUS range apart from the competition.
DIGIC III: Better photos, easily
Canons DIGIC III processor introduces several advancements that reduce the risk of blurred or poorly exposed photographs. Face Detection AF/AE/FE automatically detects up to nine faces within a scene and optimises focus and exposure accordingly. Fast and highly accurate, the system has been enhanced on these models to control flash exposure (FE), and is now capable of detecting faces at greater distances. Face Detection Technology also enables Red-Eye Correction in playback. Users can quickly detect and remove red-eye in captured images directly in-camera, ensuring that people shots look natural and accurate.
Noise Reduction Technology produces smooth images at up to ISO 1600, allowing for flash-free photography in dimly-lit areas such as parties and nightclubs. A new Auto ISO Shift function prevents blur by giving users the option to boost the ISO setting and consequently shutter speed with a single button press, whenever the camera predicts camera shake.
LCD enhancements
A range of enhancements has been made, based on feedback collected from users across the globe. Both cameras include new high resolution (230k pixels) PureColor LCD screens, which offer users a wide range of visual benefits. Colour tones have been enhanced by up to 30% for vibrant, true-to-life colour reproduction. The wide viewing angle of the screen is complemented by an anti-reflective coating, which makes it easy to compose and review images even in brightly-lit conditions. A scratch-resistant layer provides extra protection against knocks and scrapes.
Settings for shutter speed and aperture are now displayed on the LCD during shooting. When using Auto ISO and High ISO Auto, the LCD will also display the ISO speed. These camera settings are now recorded as EXIF data for review in playback. Users of the Digital IXUS 75 can instantly review captured images using a dedicated Playback button, which acts as a toggle between shooting and playback modes. The Print/Share button doubles as a customisable
Shortcut button on both cameras, providing one-touch access to frequently used functions, such as movie recording or white balance settings.
Creative options
A total of 17 shooting modes are provided, including a wide selection of
Special Scene modes such as Portrait, Indoor and Night Snapshot. Digital IXUS 75 users can access modes via the Touch Control Dial. Both cameras include
My Colors photo effects for creative experimentation before and after shooting.
A new Time Lapse Movie function allows users to capture changing scenes such as drifting clouds, a blooming flower or a bustling city street for accelerated playback as smooth VGA-quality movie clips. Captured at one-second or two second intervals, a scene of two hours duration can be condensed to a fluid eight minute or four minute movie file. Users can also record standard VGA movies with sound at 30fps and QVGA movies with sound at 60fps.
50cm - 3.5m (W) / 2.0m (T) (at ISO AUTO equivalent)
External Flash
Canon's High Power Flash HF-DC1
SHOOTING
Modes
Auto, Manual, Digital Macro, Portrait, Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color Swap, Stitch Assist, Movie, Special Scene (Kids & Pets, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater)
(L) 3072 x 2304, (M1) 2592 x 1944, (M2) 2048 x 1536, (M3) 1600 x 1200, (S) 640 x 480, (W) 3072 x 1728, (Postcard Date Imprint) 1600 x 1200
Compression
Superfine, Fine, Normal
Movies
"(L)640 x 480, 30/15fps
(M)320 x 240, 60/30/15fps
(S)160 x 120, 15fps
(Time Lapse) 640 x 480, 0.5/1fps (Playback 15fps)"
Movie Length
"Up to 4GB or 1 hour (L and M, 30/15fps) (5)
Up to 3 mins (S) (5)
Up to 1 min (M, 60fps) (5)
Up to 120 mins (Time Lapse) (5)"
FILE TYPES
Still Image Type
JPEG compression, (Exif 2.2 [Exif Print] compliant) / Design rule for Camera File system, Digital Print Order Format [DPOF] Version 1.1 compliant
Movies
AVI [Motion JPEG compression + WAVE (monaural)]
Sound Files
WAVE (monaural)
DIRECT PRINT
Canon Printers
Canon SELPHY Compact Photo Printers and PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge (ID Photo Print, Fixed Size Print and Movie Print supported on SELPHY CP & ES printers only)
Secure Digital (SD) Card, Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card or MultiMediaCard (MMC), 32MB memory card supplied
SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEM
PC & Macintosh
"Windows 2000 SP4 / XP / XP SP1-2 / Vista
Mac OS X v10.3 - 10.4"
SOFTWARE
Browsing & Printing
ZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser
Other
PhotoStitch
Drivers
TWAIN (2000)
POWER SOURCE
Batteries
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-4L (battery and charger supplied)
Battery life
"Approx. 210 shots (6)
Approx. 240 min. playback"
A/C Power Supply
Optional, AC adapter kit ACK-DC10
ACCESSORIES
Case
Soft Leather Case DCC-60, Digital IXUS Metal or Leather Strap
Waterproof / Weatherproof Case
Waterproof Case (40m) WP-DC13, Waterproof Case Weight WW-DC1
Flash
High Power Flash HF-DC1
Power Supply & Battery Chargers
"AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10
"
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Environment
0 40 °C, 10 90% humidity
Dimensions (WxHxD)
85.9 x 53.5 x 19.4mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight (body only)
Approx. 125g
All data is based on Canon standard testing methods except where indicated.
Subject to change without notice.
(1) Digital zoom available for still image and standard movie modes only. Optical zoom may not be available
during movie recording
(2) Depending on the image size selected
(3) Standard Output Sensitivity / Recommended Exposure Index. According to ISO 12232:2006
(20th April 2006) which specifies the method for assigning and reporting ISO speed ratings for digital still
cameras. This does not apply to Digital IXUS WIRELESS.
(4) Large/Fine with LCD monitor off
(5) Depending on memory card speed / capacity
(6) Based on the CIPA Standard and using the batteries and memory card format supplied with the camera,
except where indicated
50cm - 3.5m (W) / 2.0m (T) (at ISO AUTO equivalent)
External Flash
Canon's High Power Flash HF-DC1
SHOOTING
Modes
Auto, Manual, Digital Macro, Color Accent, Color Swap, Stitch Assist, Movie, Special Scene (Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids & Pets, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater)
(L) 3072 x 2304, (M1) 2592 x 1944, (M2) 2048 x 1536, (M3) 1600 x 1200, (S) 640 x 480, (W) 3072 x 1728, (Postcard Date Imprint) 1600 x 1200
Compression
Superfine, Fine, Normal
Movies
"(L)640 x 480, 30/15fps
(M)320 x 240, 60/30/15fps
(S)160 x 120, 15fps
(Time Lapse) 640 x 480, 0.5/1fps (Playback 15fps)"
Movie Length
"Up to 4GB or 1 hour (L and M, 30/15fps) (5)
Up to 3 mins (S) (5)
Up to 1 min (M, 60fps) (5)
Up to 120 mins (Time Lapse) (5)"
FILE TYPES
Still Image Type
JPEG compression, (Exif 2.2 [Exif Print] compliant) / Design rule for Camera File system, Digital Print Order Format [DPOF] Version 1.1 compliant
Movies
AVI [Motion JPEG compression + WAVE (monaural)]
Sound Files
WAVE (monaural)
DIRECT PRINT
Canon Printers
Canon SELPHY Compact Photo Printers and PIXMA Printers supporting PictBridge (ID Photo Print, Fixed Size Print and Movie Print supported on SELPHY CP & ES printers only)
Secure Digital (SD) Card, Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card or MultiMediaCard (MMC), 32MB memory card supplied
SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEM
PC & Macintosh
"Windows 2000 SP4 / XP / XP SP1-2 / Vista
Mac OS X v10.3 - 10.4"
SOFTWARE
Browsing & Printing
ZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser
Other
PhotoStitch
Drivers
TWAIN (2000)
POWER SOURCE
Batteries
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-4L (battery and charger supplied)
Battery life
"Approx. 210 shots (6)
Approx. 240 min. playback"
A/C Power Supply
Optional, AC adapter kit ACK-DC10
ACCESSORIES
Case
Soft Leather Case DCC-60, Digital IXUS Metal or Leather Strap
Waterproof / Weatherproof Case
Waterproof Case (40m) WP-DC14, Waterproof Case Weight WW-DC1
Flash
High Power Flash HF-DC1
Power Supply & Battery Chargers
AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Environment
0 40 °C, 10 90% humidity
Dimensions (WxHxD)
91.6 x 56.8 x 19.6mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight (body only)
Approx. 130g
All data is based on Canon standard testing methods except where indicated.
Subject to change without notice.
(1) Digital zoom available for still image and standard movie modes only. Optical zoom may not be available
during movie recording
(2) Depending on the image size selected
(3) Standard Output Sensitivity / Recommended Exposure Index. According to ISO 12232:2006
(20th April 2006) which specifies the method for assigning and reporting ISO speed ratings for digital still
cameras. This does not apply to Digital IXUS WIRELESS.
(4) Large/Fine with LCD monitor off
(5) Depending on memory card speed / capacity
(6) Based on the CIPA Standard and using the batteries and memory card format supplied with the camera,
except where indicated
