Canon has announced two new digital IXUS compacts, the IXUS 230 HS and the 1100 HS. Both models use 12.1-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensors and offer Full HD movie recording.
The smaller IXUS 230 HS features an 8x optical zoom (28-224mm equivalent) and is paired with a 3-inch, 420,000-dot LCD. The 1100 HS houses a large 12x zoom (28-336mm) and a 3.2-inch touchscreen.
The new models debut a new stabilisation system which automatically adjusts to match one of six shooting situations: normal photos, macro shooting, shooting while walking, using a tripod, panning and importantly, shooting with a telephoto zoom.
The IXUS 230 HS and IXUS 1100 HS will be available in Australia at the end of September. Pricing will be announced in September.
Canon IXUS 1100 HS (left) and IXUS 230 HS.
