The New Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS digital camera : Canon re-energises its Digital IXUS compact camera range with a new model: the Digital Cameras IXUS 980 IS, which replace the Digital IXUS 960 IS. The flagship 14.7 Megapixel Digital IXUS 980 IS brings several exciting ‘firsts’ to the IXUS range – including manual control, and a striking design available in stylish, head-turning black, as well as traditional IXUS silver. The new IXUS 980 IS camera uses Canon’s new DIGIC 4 processor, for fast performance and richly detailed, clean images in a huge number of shooting situations. The Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS by Canon digital camera.
Photo enthusiasts and style ‘appreciators’ alike will be thrilled with the launch of IXUS 980 IS. Available in two stylishly chic colours of classic matt black and silver, this 14.7mp, 3.7x optical zoom with OIS and DIGIC 4 imaging processor camera also features Manual control function. Available in Black & Silver.
Manual Mode on the Canon IXUS 980 IS
For those looking to take their photography to the next level, the Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS offers a first for Digital IXUS: a Manual Mode that allows control of shutter speed and aperture . This is ideal for unusual lighting situations or expressive, experimental shots. For split-second photo opportunities, a second new mode – QuickShot – uses the optical viewfinder for framing and focusing, virtually eliminating shutter lag. The Canon IXUS 980 IS also features Canon’s optical Image Stabilizer technology, for blur-free shots throughout the zoom range and in low-light conditions.
– Canon IXUS 980 IS Review
Author : Cliff Smith
Published : 13th May 2009
Manufacturer : Canon
Price : £238.30 (Exc VAT)
As reviewed : £280.00 (Inc VAT)
– Canon IXUS 980 IS Features
• 14.7 Megapixel resolution
• Colour variations: Black or Silver
• 3.7x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
• Manual control
• DIGIC 4 for outstanding images and fast response times
• Great people shots with Face Detection AF/AE/FE/WB
• FaceSelf-Timer and Face Select & Track
• Targets blur with High ISO Auto, optical Image Stabilizer, Motion Detection and Servo AF
• Auto Red-Eye Correction in shooting and playback
• i-Contrast boosts brightness and retains detail in dark areas
• 2.5” PureColor LCD II with wide viewing angle plus optical viewfinder
• Multi Control Dial and customizable My Menu
• Smooth, 30fps VGA movies
