Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 24 January, 2008: Canon announces a fresh addition to its Digital IXUS range: the 8.0 Megapixel Digital IXUS 80 IS. The Digital IXUS 80 IS is available in four subtle colour variations and incorporates Canon know how: intelligent automatic features that produce flawless snapshots. Canon know how includes the brand new Motion Detection Technology feature, which determines the movement of the camera and subject so that everyone can say bye-bye to blur.

The Digital IXUS 80 IS incorporates other leading technologies including a 2.5” PureColor LCD II screen, DIGIC III image processor and 3x zoom with optical Image Stabilizer (IS). Together with enhanced Face Detection Technology and Auto Red-Eye Correction as an option in shooting mode, these features offer a significant step up in technologies.

“The Digital IXUS 80 IS is an attractive, intelligent addition to the Digital IXUS range,” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging, Europe: “It gives users access to the latest Canon technologies to assist them in tricky shooting situations, making even difficult set-ups simple point-and-shoot affairs. They can also match their camera to their personal style, by choosing from one of four colour options.”

Features:

• Stylish perpetual curve design in four colours
• 8.0 Megapixel image sensor
• 3.0x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
• High ISO Auto with new Motion Detection Technology
• Face Detection Technology with new White Balance and Face Select & Track functions
• DIGIC III with Noise Reduction technology
• Automatic Red-Eye Correction in shooting and playback
• 2.5” PureColor LCD II
• 18 shooting modes including new Sunset mode and My Colors photo effects
• Extensive movie options including VGA 30fps, Long Play and Time Lapse movie modes

Digital IXUS 80 IS - Press Release

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