The compact, easy-to-use PowerShot SX120 IS uses a 10.0 Megapixel sensor capturing enough detail for poster size prints or creative cropping.
With a 10x optical zoom itÂ’s easy to fill the frame with a distant subject. CanonÂ’s optical Image Stabiliser counteracts the effect of camera shake ensuring crisp, blur-free results throughout the zoom range.
Designed to let everyone take great shots, Smart Auto mode analyses subject brightness, contrast, distance and hue. Intelligent Scene Detection Technology then selects the scene type from 18 variables, applying the best settings for optimum output. Easy mode deactivates all buttons except flash and reduces on-screen icons for fuss-free simple shooting.
A clear and bright 3.0 inch LCD screen with wide viewing angle makes framing and reviewing shots a pleasure.
CanonÂ’s DIGIC 4 processor delivers ultra-fast camera operation, superb colour reproduction and advanced noise reduction for "cleaner" looking shots at higher ISO speeds.
For perfect portraits the PowerShot SX120 IS features Canon Face Detection Technology. Face Select & Track lets you select a particular face as the principal subject in a photo while FaceSelf-Timer makes group photos easy taking a shot after an extra face enters the frame.
The PowerShot SX120 IS combats blur with Motion Detection Technology which uses several advanced methods to determine camera and subject movement. ISO settings are then adjusted for optimum results.
In shooting or playback enhanced i-Contrast optimises dynamic range according to the scene retaining detail in shadows and preventing overexposure of highlights. The result is natural images with the best possible contrast.
20 dedicated shooting modes help you to achieve superb shots in a wide variety of lighting conditions. For more experienced users seeking greater creative control a Full Manual control mode is included.
Supplement still shots by shooting fantastic VGA quality movie clips with sound. A special Long Play option uses around half the normal memory card space allowing you to shoot for longer.
Image Processor
DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology
Lens
6.0 - 60.0 mm (35mm equivalent: 36-360mm)
Yes, shift-type
N/A
f2.8 - 4.3
Optical 10x Digital 4x
Focusing
Single, Continuous
Face Detection, 1-point AF fixed to centre or Face Select and Track
1cm at wide angle from front of lens in macro
Memory Card
SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus
Exposure Control
+/- 2 EV in 1/3 stop increments.
AUTO, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Evaluative linked to Face Detection AF frame, Centre-weighted average, Spot Centre
Shutter
1- 1/2500 sec factory default. 15 - 1/2500 sec total range varies by shooting mode
White Balance
Auto including Face Detection WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom
View Finder
N/A
LCD Monitor
3.0-inchTFT, approx. 230,000 dots
Flash
50cm-4.0m Wide-angle. 1.0m-2.5m Telephoto
Auto, Manual Flash On / Off
Yes
Shooting
Approx. 1.3 shots per second
Single, Continuous, Self-Timer, FaceSelf-Timer
Auto with Scene Detection Technology and Motion Detection Technology, Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual, Easy, Portrait, Landscape, Night Snapshot, Kids & Pets, Indoor, Night Scene, Sunset, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aqua
My Colors, My Colors Off, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Custom Color Limited
Recording Pixels / Compression
Fine, Normal
(L) 3648 x 2736, (M1) 2816 x 2112, (M2) 2272 x 1704, (M3) 1600 x 1200, (S) 640 x 480, (W) 3648 x 2048. Resize in playback (M3, S, 320 x 240)
Yes
Up to 4GB or 1 hour
(L)640 x 480, 30fps/30fps(LP) (M)320 x 240, 30fps
File Types
AVI
JPEG
Supported Operating System
Windows XP, Vista. Mac OS X v10.4 - 10.5
Interface
USB
AV
Power Source
2 x AA type alkaline batteries included OR Ni-MH rechargeable batteries recommended (optional) Lithium batteries (optional)
1. AA Alkaline Batteries 2. USB cable 3. Video cable 4. Software CD 5. Strap 6. Manuals