Canon PowerShot SD940 IS / Digital IXUS 120 IS / IXY 220 IS

Canon PowerShot SD940 IS

The Canon PowerShot SD940 IS is part of the Digital ELPH Camera from canon that features a 12.1-Megapixel sensor, 28mm wide-angle lens with 4x Optical Zoom lens and Optical Image Stabilization that facilitates a wide variety of shooting conditions in the field. The digital camera also features 720p high definition (HD) movie shooting capabilities plus HDMI output connector for easy playback of video and photos on an HDTV. It sports a 2.7-inch PureColor System LCD with a wide viewing angle, which allows users to share photos and video with friends and family, as well as navigate their way through the features and functions of the camera. The SD940 comes in colors of muted metallics in blue, black, silver and brown. Scheduled to be available in September, the PowerShot SD940 IS Digital ELPH Camera retails for an estimated price of $299.99.

Features

The Canon PowerShot SD940 IS digital camera features Optical Image Stabilization and DIGIC 4 Image Processor, the proprietary technology from Canon that supports signal processing speeds and image quality. The camera also features Smart AUTO technology that can track moving faces and 22 different shooting situations by identifying the surroundings and adjust settings to ensure proper lighting and focus, providing performance in any situation, from group snapshots, to landscapes, to portraits and more. Other features include the ability to shoot 720p High-Definition (HD) video, the PureColor System LCD and a touch screen user interface for navigation through images and menus. The 12.1-Megapixel High Sensitivity System in the SD940 IS provides operation in low-light situations and reduce noise at high ISO speeds, while the High Sensitivity System which is combined with the DIGIC 4 image processor, results in a faster shutter speed to help reduce subject blur and camera shake in recorded images. The High Sensitivity System also allows users to utilize the camera in situations where the flash cannot be used, such as in a wedding or concert hall.