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CES 2012: Canon unveils new PowerShot cameras, VIXIA camcorders

| by Roydon Cerejo | Cameras

Canon unveiled a new line of no less than six VIXIA HD flash memory camcorders, including three compact VIXIA HF M-series models (HF M52, HF M50, HF M500) and three entry-level VIXIA HF R-series models (HF R32, HF R30, HF R300). These  include improved functions and features to capture HD videos with high-resolution and superior quality. Canon has also equipped select models with Wi-Fi connectivity and DLNA compatibility, as well as the option to capture videos in MP4 format. Through the new Wi-Fi functions, users can share, view and store videos wirelessly, including the ability to upload videos directly to YouTube and Facebook, or to mobile devices such as an iPhone or iPad.

Flash based camcorders FTW!

Flash based camcorders FTW!

 


In the world of point-and-shoot cameras, the Canon PowerShot G1 X, features the largest image sensor to date for a Canon PowerShot model. The camera packs a large 1.5-inch (18.7 x 14mm), 14.3-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, delivering exceptionally shallow depth of field, a wide dynamic range and incredible light gathering ability up to ISO 12800. The camera is also equipped with an amazing 4x Optical Zoom lens, featuring a 28mm-equivalent wide-angle setting, with a f/2.8 to f/16 aperture. The PowerShot G1 X shoots 1080p Full HD video with optical zooming and continuous AF, includes HDR Shooting and comes fully equipped with Canon's latest DIGIC 5 processor that enables the High-Speed Burst HQ feature.

The new PowerShot GX1

The new PowerShot GX1

 


Last but not the least, we have two new chic PowerShot ELPH models, the ELPH 520 HS and ELPH 110 HS. Both PowerShot models are equipped with Canon's leading HS SYSTEM, featuring Canon's exclusive DIGIC 5 image processor that allows the cameras to achieve quality images in low-light settings, faster operation and improved spot-on colour accuracy. The contemporary looking Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS features a 10.1-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, an ISO range up to 3200 and the world's thinnest 12x optical zoom with a 28mm-equivalent wide-angle setting. The ELPH 110 HS shoots 1080p Full HD video, includes a 24mm-equivalent wide-angle 5x Optical Zoom lens and offers a High-Speed Burst Mode to help ensure the perfect shot.

Tags: CES 2012 , Canon VIXIA HF M-series , HF M52 , HF M50 , HF M500 , HF R32 , HF R30 , HF R300 , PowerShot ELPH models , Canon PowerShot G1 X , ELPH 520 HS , ELPH 110 HS , Canon , PowerShot

 


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