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Canon IXUS 970IS
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$549.95Price range
Review Date
Wednesday, 7th of May, 2008
Features
Camera Resolution : 10.0 MP
ISO Speeds : 100
ISO Speeds : 1600
ISO Speeds : 200
ISO Speeds : 400
ISO Speeds : 80
ISO Speeds : 800
Optical Zoom : 5x
What's Hot
5x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilisation, sharp images, good noise performance up to ISO 800, looks fantastic
What's Not
Some chromatic aberration issues, power button poorly designed
The Final Word
With few flaws a lot to like, the IXUS 970IS is another great compact camera from Canon. Its most noteworthy feature is the stabilised 5x optical zoom, but there should be something for most users in this package.
Digital Camera Features
Optical Zoom
5x
Camera Resolution
10.0 MP
Interchangeable Lens?
No
Focus Type
Autofocus
Focus Length Telephoto (cm)
33.0
Aperture Priority?
No
FlashType
Built-in
ISO Speeds
800, 1600, 80, 100, 200, 400
Max Shutter Speed
1/1600
Min Shutter Speed
15
Shutter Priority?
No
White balance
Auto
Fixed Image Resolutions
3648x2736
Image Sensor Type
CMOS
Image stabilization (Optical)?
Yes
Viewfinder
Optical
Continuous Shot?
Yes
Focus Length Wide (cm)
6.6
Digital Video
Video resolutions
640x480
Video speed (fps)
15, 30
Maximum movie length (minutes)
1
Display
Screen size
2.5 in
General
Length (mm)
95.4
Width (mm)
27.4
Height (mm)
57.2
Weight (g)
160
Media
Supported Memory Media
Secure Digital (SD)
Supported Video File Formats
Motion JPEG
Power
Battery Size
Proprietary
*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by GoodGearGuide in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. GoodGearGuide neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.
Compare Prices - Canon IXUS 970IS
Comparison Shopping: Prices and Stores
| Store | Price | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon IXY 820 IS Digital Camera (Jap Vers. of IXUS 970 IS) | |||
in Australia  | $365.00 + Shipping: Check site | Check site |  YouShop247 |
| Canon IXUS 970 IS Digital Camera | |||
in Australia  | $399.95 + Shipping: $18.00 | $417.95 | Shopping Safari |
| Canon IXUS 970IS Digital Camera | |||
in Australia  | $416.75 + Shipping: $20.00 | $436.75 | E-Tech-Direct |
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