Canon cranks out 7 new compact cameras

By Zennith Geisler on 22 February 2007

Canon adds two IXUS and four PowerShot cameras to its lineup as well as introducing a new hybrid camera-camcorder model aimed at travellers.

Ultracompact

Canon Digital IXUS 75 See more images	Canon's IXUS 75 boasts 7.1-megapixels, a 3-inch LCD screen and Face Detect techonolgy as well as debuting a play button which allows instant photo review. Notable features: 7.1 megapixel resolution 3-inch LCD display 56.8 x 91.6 x 19.8mm 125 grams Colours: Silver Availabile March 2007 AU$549
Canon Digital IXUS 70 See more images	Available in black or silver, the IXUS 70 is a stylish, 7.1-megapixel camera in an ultracompact body less than 2cm wide. Notable features: 7.1 megapixel resolution 2.5-inch LCD display 56.8 x 91.6 x 19.8mm 125 grams Colours: Black, Silver Availabile March 2007 AU$499

Travel

Canon PowerShot TX1
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The Canon PowerShot TX1, a compact digital still camera with high definition (HD) video capabilities, is a new concept aimed at travellers.

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Compact

Canon PowerShot A570IS See more images	Canon's PowerShot A570IS offers a 4x optical zoom with image stabilisation and Face Detect with technology Auto Focus, Auto Exposure and in-camera red-eye correction. Notable features: 7.1 megapixel resolution 2.5-inch LCD display 64.3 x 89.5 x 42.8mm 175 grams Colours: Silver Availabile March 2007 AU$449
Canon PowerShot A560 See more images	The A560 proceeds the A540, increasing its resolution from 6- to 7-megapixels and shedding some bulk at the same time. Notable features: 7.1 megapixel resolution 2-inch LCD display 91 x 64 x 43mm 160 grams Colours: Silver Availabile March 2007 AU$379
Canon PowerShot A550 Read the review	This camera's low price tag and solid performance can help you forget that it doesn't have many bells or whistles. Notable features: 7.1 megapixel resolution 2-inch LCD display 91 x 64 x 43mm 160 grams Colours: Silver Availabile February 2007 AU$279
Canon PowerShot A450 See more images	Replacing the A430, the Canon PowerShot A450 is an entry-level compact that offers an average feature set for a bargain price. Notable features: 5 megapixel resolution 2-inch LCD display 51.8 x 40.2 x 106 mm 165 grams Colours: Silver Availabile late January 2007 AU$199

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