Canon energises PowerShot A-series with new technologies for 2008
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 24 January, 2008: Canon today adds a range of powerful technologies to its PowerShot A-Series with the announcement of three new models: the 8.0 Megapixel PowerShot A590 IS and PowerShot A580 and
the 7.1 Megapixel PowerShot A470. All three cameras incorporate brand-new features for 2008 including blur-reducing Motion Detection Technology, Face Detection White Balance and Auto Red-Eye Correction as an option in shooting mode. In addition they bring Face Select & Track to the PowerShot A-series for the first time. The 4x optical zoom lens of the
PowerShot A590 IS also incorporates Canon’s renowned optical Image Stabilizer (IS) to counteract camera shake and further combat blur.
“Canon’s reputation is based on image quality, and with these three new cameras it continues to deliver on this promise,” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging, Europe. “PowerShot A-series users will find that all of these cameras deliver easy-to-use intelligent features, together with Canon’s renowned optics, for outstanding images as standard.”
Features PowerShot A590 IS, PowerShot A580:
8.0 Megapixels
4x optical zoom lens
Optical Image Stabilizer (PowerShot A590 IS)
New Motion Detection Technology with High ISO Auto
Enhanced Face Detection Technology
Automatic Red-Eye Correction in shooting and playback
DIGIC III and iSAPS for superb image quality and performance
2.5” LCD and optical viewfinder
Range of shooting modes including new Sunset and Easy modes
Full manual control (PowerShot A590 IS)
Range of optional lens accessories (PowerShot A590 IS)
Features PowerShot A470:
7.1 Megapixels
3.4x optical zoom lens
New Motion Detection Technology with High ISO Auto
Enhanced Face Detection Technology
Automatic Red-Eye Correction in shooting and playback
DIGIC III and iSAPS for superb image quality and performance
2.5” LCD
Range of easy to use shooting modes including new Sunset mode
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