Canon does not require any introduction. It is best known for its optical products like cameras, camcorders, photocopiers, steppers and computer printers. Just few days before, Canon has come in the US market with its first Wi-Fi capabilities PowerShot ELPH digital cameras – ELPH 530 HS and ELPH 320 HS. Users are able to wirelessly upload photos to the Internet and also transfer media directly to mobile devices with this Wi-Fi connected model. ELPH 530 HS is just 0.78 inches thick and comes with classic box and circle design of the SD1000. It is packed with amazing 12X optical zoom with 28mm wide angle lens to catch big shots from a distance.
PowerShot ELPH 530 HS is built-in with 10MP high-sensitivity CMOS Sensor and a 3.2-inch LCD touch display. The latest model of Canon uploads images to the Canon Image Gateway by utilizing wireless network attached to the internet. No need to attach your memory card of Digital camera to computer or mobile device to share photo with them, because the online service of Canon enables users to organize the photos and share them on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter direct from camera. It delivers high-quality images in low-light condition with the DIGIC 5 image processor.
The latest model of Canon comes with number of innovative features that adjusts your captured images automatically. It offers Smart Auto Scene selection with 58 scenes and Intelligent Image stabilization that mechanically selects from six different modes to optimize image stabilization during shooting. The image stabilization technology is become useful to remove blur from photos and movies. It also gives face recognition and face detection modes with the latest Face ID function that changes focus and exposure priority on the basis of pre-registered faces.
The Canon’s first Wi-Fi connected camera is expected to come in the market in April 2012 with the price tag of $349.99. It will be available in only two colors – black and white. Less color choices is expected to be the main downside of the camera, because today’s generation demands extraordinary color for their technical devices. The Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 can shoot 1080p HD Video capture footage in crystal clear clarity. You are also able to share photos and videos on the spot with friends and family by transmitting to another current Wi-Fi supported camera. It is supported with Lithium-ion NB-9L battery, which runs up to 3 hours with full charge. It is manufactured with four different flash like Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro and Flash Off.
Recently, Canon is planning to launch CameraWindow application on the Apple App Store for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch for additional connectivity options. The latest app enables users to transfer and save images and videos from the camera to compatible iOS devices.
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS Camera Key Features:
- 12x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
- 3.2″ inch Wide Touch Panel
- 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
- WiFi Connectivity for sharing images & videos through iMAGE GATEWAY
- DIGIC 5 Image Processor for excellent Low-light Performance
Specifications:
| Screen Size | 3.2″ inch TFT Color Touch Panel LCD (461K dots) |
| Effective Pixels | 10.1 Megapixels |
| Resolution | 3648 x 2736 |
| Weight | 163 gm |
| Dimensions | 85.8 x 53.5 x 19.8 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 12x |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Combined Zoom | 48x |
| Image Sensor | 1/3″ inch type CMOS Sensor |
| Focusing Range | 2.0 in./5cm – infinity (W), 3.9 ft (1.2m) – infinity (T) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.4 (W) – f/5.6 (T) |
| Exposure Compensation | +/-2 stops in 1/3-stop increments |
| Recording Media | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Battery | Lithium-ion NB-9L |
| Playback Time | Up to 3 hours |
| Shutter Speed | 1 – 1/4000 sec to 15 – 1/4000 sec |
| Focal Length | 4.0 (W) – 48.0 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) – 336 (T) mm) |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, ISO 100/200/400/800/1600/3200 |
| Self Timer | 10-sec, 2-sec |
| Built-in Flash | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off |
| Shooting Capacity | 190 pictures |
| Interfaces | mini HDMI, Hi-Speed USB, Video out (NTSC/PAL), Audio-out (2-channel Stereo) |
| Available Color | Black, White |
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