The Canon PowerShot SX10 IS Black Digital Compact Camera features 10 megapixels and 20x wide-angle (28mm) optical zoom with USM (Ultrasonic Motor) and VCM (Voice Coil Motor) for super-quick, super-silent zooming. The PowerShot SX10 IS is the joint replacement (with the PowerShot SX1 IS) for the Canon PowerShot S5 IS and offers an impressive feature set for a compact camera. DIGIC 4 processing for fast and accurate, beautifully detailed images, means the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS is ideal for everything from long-range telephoto shots to the rolling hills of the horizon. Canon's optical Image Stabiliser offers a 4-stop advantage, significantly reducing blur for detailed, clean images, no matter the shooting conditions. The Canon PowerShot SX10 IS also includes 30 frames per second VGA movie capability.
Further Details
Features of the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS
- 20x wide angle (28mm, f/2.8) optical zoom with optical Image Stabiliser (IS)
- 10.0 megapixels
- DIGIC 4 for outstanding images and fast response times
- Shooting modes include full manual control
- Fantastic people shots with Face Detection AF/AE/FE/WB plus Face Select & Track and FaceSelf-Timer
- High ISO Auto, optical Image Stabiliser, Motion Detection Technology and Servo AF target every possible cause of blur
- Auto red-eye correction in both shooting and playback
- i-Contrast improves brightness whilst maintaining the correct detail in dark areas
- 2.5" vari-angle LCD II with wide viewing angle plus electronic viewfinder
- Multi Control dial and customisable My Menu
- 30fps VGA movie capability
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS - Close to the action
Ideal for sports and wildlife photography, the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS rises to the challenge with its wide-angle 28mm optical zoom. The high resolution of 10 megapixels enables images taken with the PowerShot SX10 IS to capture all the detail necessary for both poster-size prints creative cropping.
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS - Fun Moviemaking
The Canon PowerShot SX10 IS delivers VGA spontaneous video-making at 30 frames per second, ready for instant playback on any HDTV via the built-in HDMI connection (requires optional HDMI cable). The sound quality on the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS is that of a CD and both the optical zoom and the Face Detection Technology are operable during video-capture.
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS - DIGIC 4 intelligence
Improved processing means fast, silent operation and better Face Detection technology which can even recognise faces in profile. Face Select & Track tracks specific subjects whilst FaceSelf-Timer automatically triggers the shutter shortly after a new face enters the frame - ideal for group shots and self portraits.
Improved Motor Detection Technology registers camera and subject movement on the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and automatically adjusts the ISO to prevent blurring and produce sharp shots. Servo AF further reduces blur by continuously adjusting the focus on moving subjects.
i-Contrast, the feature which enhances detail in dark areas of pictures is also powered by the DIGIC 4 processor, bringing out detail in shadow without blowing out lighter areas.
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS - Creative precision
The Canon PowerShot SX10 IS offers full manual control over both aperture and shutter speed and a Multi Control Dial offers fingertip access to all key settings. The digital compact camera is compatible with a range of accessories including Canon's professional Speedlite EX flash units.