Compact Camera News

Designed to capture high-quality images and HD video with built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity for wireless sharing, Canon just annouced two new cameras to its super-zoom PowerShot SX lineup: the PowerShot SX540 HS and PowerShot SX420 IS digital cameras. Canon also introduced three new compact additions to the PowerShot ELPH series: the ELPH 360 HS, ELPH 190 IS digital cameras and the ELPH 180.

Here is a rundown of all the new Canon compact cameras, which were announced in conjunction with the big Consumer Electronics Show (CES) that's taking place in Las Vegas, NV this week.

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS Camera
The Canon PowerShot SX540 HS digital camera builds on the features included in the PowerShot SX530 HS digital camera. It has a 50x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 24-1200mm) with Optical Image Stabilizer for greater optical performance. It features a new 20.3-Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor with DIGIC 6 Image Processor that helps deliver high resolution combined with low-light performance. A dedicated Wi-Fi button allows for easy sharing/transferring of images over Wi-Fi and NFCTM technology. The new camera features a dedicated movie button so users can easily record 1080p full HD video at a rate of up to 60 fps in MP4 format with stereo sound.

The Canon PowerShot SX540 HS digital camera has an improved advanced Zoom Framing Assist feature that intelligently controls the lens, making it easy to identify the main subject of the shot, even when the subject is moving. It also features a lock button option for quick and accurate subject tracking. The new Story Highlights feature automatically selects and compiles images into an exciting highlight reel within the camera without the use of extra software.

The Canon PowerShot SX540 HS digital camera’s 3.0-inch LCD screen (approx. 461,000 dots) allows easy viewing even from a wide angle. Its Hybrid Auto mode records quick video clips before each still and compiles them together to make a short highlight reel.

The Canon PowerShot SX540 HS digital camera is scheduled to be available in March 2016 for a retail price of $399.99.

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS
The Canon PowerShot SX420 IS digital camera features an improved 42x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 24-1008mm) and Optical Image Stabilizer for better optical performance. A dedicated Wi-Fi button allows for easy sharing and transferring of images over Wi-Fi and NFCTM technology. The 20.0-Megapixel sensor with DIGIC 4+ Image Processor delivers good image quality. Smart Auto intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on predefined shooting situations, and 720p HD video capture in MP4 format.

The Canon PowerShot SX420 IS digital camera also features Scene modes including: Fisheye, Toy Camera and Monochrome. Eco mode helps reduce power consumption for longer battery life. The camera’s 3.0-inch LCD screen (approx. 230,000 dots) allows for easy operation and sharing.

The Canon PowerShot SX420 IS digital camera is scheduled to be available in February 2016 for a retail price of $299.99.

Canon PowerShot ELPH 360HS
The slim Canon PowerShot ELPH 360HS has a 12x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer that helps capture images with flexibility and ease. A dedicated Wi-Fi button allows for easy sharing and transferring of images over Wi-Fi and NFC. The 20.2MP CMOS sensor combines with the DIGIC 4+ Image Processor to help deliver good image quality even in low light.

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 360HS digital camera also captures 1080p Full HD video. The camera’s 3.0-inch LCD screen allows for easy viewing and the Hybrid Auto feature records quick video clips before each still and compiles them together to make a short highlight reel. Story Highlights mode automatically selects and compiles images into an exciting highlight reel within the camera without the use of extra software.

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 360HS digital camera is scheduled to be available in February for a retail price of $209.99 and will be available in black, silver and purple.

Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS
The Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS digital camera delivers high-quality imaging capabilities with a 10x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilizer and 20MP CCD sensor. A dedicated Wi-Fi button allows for easy sharing and transferring of images over Wi-Fi and NFCTM technology. The PowerShot ELPH 190 IS digital camera features smooth 720p HD video capabilities with Smart Auto mode, Scene modes and Eco mode to preserve battery life.

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS digital camera is scheduled to be available in February 2016 for a retail price of $159.99 and will be available in black, red and blue.

Canon PowerShot ELPH 180
The Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 digital camera delivers high-quality imaging capabilities with an 8x optical zoom lens and 20MP CCD sensor. The PowerShot ELPH 180 digital camera features smooth 720p HD video capabilities with Smart Auto mode, Scene modes and Eco mode to preserve battery life. It also includes the Auto Zoom feature that automatically zooms in to frame subjects and keep them in focus.

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 digital camera is scheduled to be available in February 2016 for a retail price of $119.99 and will be available in silver and red.