United Kingdom, Republic Of Ireland, 22 August 2013 – Canon today unveils an exciting new selection of digital compact cameras and consumer printers that provide a seamless photography experience, from the moment a photo is captured, through to sharing, either by printing or uploading to a social network. Reflecting Canon's drive to fulfil consumer imaging needs, each of the new products has been designed with Canon's mission of ‘Power to Your Next Step' at its core - to inspire and empower users to take the next step in their imaging journey.

The latest launches from Canon include four new digital cameras: the expert-level PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120 with superfast speed and responsiveness, the compact PowerShot SX510 HS and PowerShot SX170 IS featuring superzoom capabilities. All models capture stunning, high quality images that can then be transferred, via Wi-Fi or manually, to any of the six new home inkjet printers also being launched today[i]. The PIXMA MG2450, PIXMA MG2550 and PIXMA MG3550 deliver photo lab quality prints, while the PIXMA MG5550, PIXMA MG6450, and PIXMA MG7150 introduce enhanced connectivity for printing from cloud services.

PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120 – Exceptional speed and responsiveness

The PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120 perfectly demonstrate Canon's unparalleled expertise in image processing and lens design. The PowerShot G16 offers a super-bright f/1.8-2.8 5x optical zoom lens, while the PowerShot S120 is the slimmest camera in the world with an f/1.8 lens[ii].  Both cameras incorporate Canon's most advanced image processor, the DIGIC 6, allowing the capture of photos and Full HD 60p movies in superb detail. Key features of both devices also include:

• The HS System: A combination of new DIGIC 6 image processing and a new 12.1 Megapixel 1/1.7 type high-sensitivity CMOS sensor, which delivers images with high levels of detail, wide dynamic range and low noise
• Enhanced speed, with sustained continuous shooting speeds of approximately 9fps and improved Auto Focus performance
• Integrated Wi-Fi with a new Image Sync function for creating backups of images both online and to a computer

PowerShot SX510 HS and PowerShot SX170 IS - get closer to the action

The PowerShot SX510 HS and PowerShot SX170 IS are two new compact superzooms that pack enhanced features into their sleek and compact bodies. The PowerShot SX510 HS boasts both a 30x optical zoom lens and 24mm ultra-wide angle, while the PowerShot SX170 IS has a 16x optical zoom with 28 wide-angle – enabling both close-ups, as well as sweeping landscapes shots. Both models also include:

• Canon's ZoomPlus technology, which digitally extends both models' lens reach beyond the maximum focal length while maintaining high image quality, zooming as far as 60x on the PowerShot SX510 HS and 32x on the PowerShot SX170 IS
• Canon's industry-renowned optical Image Stabilizer with Intelligent IS technology, that makes it easier to capture blur-free shots at longer focal lengths and in tricky low light conditions
• Smart Auto, which detects up to 32 different scenes and applies the most appropriate settings to capture the perfect shot

PIXMA MG series – enhancing the printing experience

Today also sees the introduction of six compact All-in-One home inkjet printers that deliver photo lab quality prints for the home. The PIXMA MG2450 and PIXMA MG2550 feature the following:

• Canon's FINE ink technology to deliver fast, high-quality prints
• Compatibility with optional XL inks to print more economically
• My Image Garden software – a one-stop platform that combines all Canon PIXMA software into a single, easy-to-use interface

The PIXMA MG3550, PIXMA MG5550, PIXMA MG6450 and PIXMA MG7150, boast all of the above features with the addition of Wi-Fi connectivity. For PIXMA MG5550, MG6450 and MG7150, this also provides direct access to cloud services and social networking sites, making printing photos and documents easier than ever:

• PIXMA Cloud Link provides users with easy access to social networking, photo sharing and cloud storage sites directly from the TFT screens on PIXMA MG5550, MG6450 and MG7150. This ensures seamless printing of photos and documents from popular services such as PicasaTM, FlickrTM, DropboxTM, EvernoteTM and social networking sites including FacebookTM and TwitterTM
• The new PIXMA Printing Solutions app is compatible with all four devices and allows users to print and scan to their PIMXA printer via a tablet or smartphone. It mirrors the services available on the printer, so content can be printed from online albums, social networking sites and cloud storage sites.  The app can be downloaded from iTunes (iOS) and Google Play (Android)

Pricing and Availability

The PowerShot SX510 HS and SX170 IS are available in the UK & Ireland from 23 August 2013 with an SRP of:
PowerShot SX510 HS - £289.99/€349.99
PowerShot SX170 IS - £169.99/€199.99

The PIXMA MG2450, MG2550 and MG3550 will be available across the UK & Ireland from September 2013 with an SRP of:
PIXMA MG2450 - £49.99/€59.99
PIXMA MG2550 - £49.99/€59.99
PIXMA MG3550 - £69.99/€79.99

The PowerShot G16 and S120 and PIXMA MG5550, MG6450 and MG7150 are available in the UK & Ireland from October 2013 with an SRP of:
PowerShot G16 - £529.99/€649.99
PowerShot S120 - £449.99/€529.99
PIXMA MG5550 - £109.99/€119.99
PIXMA MG6450 - £139.99/€149.99
PIXMA MG7150 - £179.99/€189.99

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[i] Wi-Fi connectivity not available on PowerShot SX170 IS

[ii] The slimmest camera in the world with an f/1.8 lens. According to a Canon study, correct as of 28th June 2013.