Canon Releases PowerShot S2 IS
Five Megapixel Hybrid Digital Camera Features 12x Image Stabilized Optical Zoom, High Quality VGA Movie Mode, New "MovieSnap" Function and Stereo Sound
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 22, 2005 — Family vacations. Weddings. Sporting events. Baby's first steps. Just hanging around. Canon's new five megapixel PowerShot S2 IS digital camera allows consumers from the novice to the photo enthusiast the ability to capture high quality still images and movie clips of life's most significant events.
"Canon leads the photo industry. Our convergent digital imaging technologies allow consumers to enjoy both high quality photos and video in one portable imaging device," stated Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior vice president and general manager of the consumer imaging group at Canon U.S.A., Inc, a subsidiary of Canon Inc. "The PowerShot S2 IS digital camera combines exceptional ease-of-use, functionality and image quality in a lightweight package."
"Digital cameras with movie capabilities have the highest penetration and primary usage rate compared to other types of capture devices," said Mike Wolf, Director of Digital Photography research at InfoTrends CAP Ventures. "The top reasons consumers use these digital camera hybrids are ease-of-use, compatibility and ability to share video clips through email," said Wolf. "The PowerShot S2 IS digital camera addresses these issues and more by fulfilling the demands for both still image photography and movie recording."
Photo Features
The five megapixel PowerShot S2 IS digital camera provides users with the high quality resolution, color and low noise that consumers have come to expect from Canon. The camera's fast f/2.7(W)-f/3.5(T) image stabilized 6.0-72.0mm 12x zoom lens (36-432mm equivalent) makes tack-sharp long telephoto shooting positively practical. When the optical zoom is augmented with the camera's 4x digital zoom, the maximum focal length effectively becomes equivalent to a 1728mm lens on a 35mm camera. Despite its extensive optical range, the lens is ultra-compact and retracts securely into the camera when it is powered down. In addition, there are two levels of close-up shooting, Macro and Super Macro. Super Macro mode enables extreme close-up shooting to 0 cm from the end of lens barrel, for creative shooting — great for shooting flowers to use in scrapbooks, on invitations and more.
- High Definition 12x Optical Zoom Lens With Image Stabilizer
- Compact 5.0 Megapixel digital camera featuring super long 12x Optical /4x Digital / 48x Combined Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer technology, UD glass and Aspherical lens for excellent sharpness and color Compact 5.0 Megapixel digital camera featuring super long 12x Optical /4x Digital / 48x Combined Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer technology, UD glass and Aspherical lens for excellent sharpness and color
- Takes still images up to 5.0 Megapixels while shooting movies with the new, exclusive "MovieSnap" feature
- High-quality 30 fps VGA continuous movie recording, with powerful features including optical zooming during the movie and Stereo Sound
- DIGIC II Image Processor and iSAPS Technology for superior image quality, faster camera operation and lower power consumption
- USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface for faster downloads and file transfers USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface for faster downloads and file transfers
- 1.8 inch Vari-Angle LCD screen for clear image previews and reviews, and special Night Display function option for clearer view of subjects in dim shooting conditions
- Wide range of system accessories including supplementary lenses and HF-DC1 auxiliary flash unit Wide range of system accessories including supplementary lenses and HF-DC1 auxiliary flash unit
- Convenience of AA Batteries
Optional Accessories
To enhance its flexibility, the PowerShot S2 IS digital camera is compatible with several optional accessories, including wide-angle, telephoto and close-up supplementary lenses. The S2 IS digital camera is also compatible with the Canon High-Power HF-DC1 auxiliary flash unit, which increases flash range up to 23 feet.
Pricing and Availability
The PowerShot S2 IS digital camera is supplied with a neck strap and interface cables for USB and stereo/video, as well as a 16MB SD memory card, powerful software, and user manuals. The PowerShot S2 IS digital camera will be available in June for an estimated street price of $499.99.
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