Canon has announced the 65x superzoom PowerShot SX60 HS, offering a
16.1MP CMOS sensor and a lens covering a whopping 21-1365mm equivalent
range. It's equipped with Wi-Fi and NFC, 1080/60p HD video, and an
articulated 3" LCD with 922k-dot resolution. Also included is a built-in
EVF with a 922k-dot equivalent resolution. The PowerShot SX60 HS will
be available in October for $549.99.
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THREE NEW HIGH-END, ADVANCED POWERSHOT MODELS FROM CANON U.S.A. EMPOWER PHOTOGRAPHERS TO CREATE AMAZING IMAGES AND VIDEO
PowerShot G7 X is the Company’s First One-Inch Sensor Compact
Digital Camera, PowerShot SX60 HS Digital Camera Boasts a Super 65x
Optical Zoom Lens and PowerShot N2 Digital Camera Features an Updated
Body Design with a Selfie-Ready LCD Touch Panel
MELVILLE, N.Y., September 15, 2014 – Canon U.S.A.
Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced three new
PowerShot models expanding upon its lineup of high-quality, compact
digital cameras, the PowerShot G7 X, the PowerShot SX60 HS and the
PowerShot N21. The PowerShot G7 X is the company’s first compact
point-and-shoot camera with a one-inch sensor, giving users an
outstanding portable camera that allows them to take high-quality
photographs and videos. The PowerShot SX60 HS camera features a 65x
Optical Zoom lens and amazingly broad focal length range equivalent to
21mm -1365mm, while the PowerShot N2 camera has a compact and unique,
stylish design with a selfie-ready, flip-up touch panel LCD that makes
it easy for social media fanatics to share their favorite photos and
videos via the camera’s Wi-Fi® and Near Field Communications (NFCTM)2
features.
“Canon continually strives to provide imaging enthusiasts with the
tools they need to create high-quality images and videos,” said Yuichi
Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “We believe in the
talent of those passionate about photography and these three new
PowerShot cameras allow photographers to capture, print and share their
most amazing images.”
The PowerShot G7 X Digital Camera Ideal for
those looking for DSLR features and quality in a compact point-and-shoot
body, the PowerShot G7 X digital camera is Canon’s first compact camera
with a one-inch sensor. The large, one-inch, 20.2-megapixel*
High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor delivers optimal performance with an ISO
range of 125 – 12,800. The sensor, along with Canon’s exclusive DIGIC 6
Image Processor, creates Canon’s high-sensitivity HS System delivering
excellent low-light performance so images and videos shot are clear and
sharp, helping to ensure that the finest details of the scene are
preserved.
Featuring an impressive, newly developed premium quality Canon lens
with 4.2x optical zoom ratio (equivalent to 24-100mm), together with a
maximum aperture range of f/1.8 to f/2.8 from wide to telephoto, the
PowerShot G7 X camera gives users the high level of optical performance
required to capture beautiful images when shooting portraits and crisp
clarity when shooting sweeping landscapes or creative macro shots. The
lens features a nine-blade curved aperture diaphragm to provide
beautiful, blurred backgrounds even at full-zoom range. And the camera’s
built-in ND filter expands the options for creative expression with
stills and videos. The PowerShot G7 X camera lets users fully realize
the clarity and creativity of their shots with the new multi-angle (up
to 180°) three-inch capacitive touch LCD panel featuring a screen
resolution of 1,040K dots.
Greatly improving a photographer’s ability to capture subjects in
motion is the camera’s High Speed AF and its 31 AF points, spread widely
across the picture area to help users capture every shot with accuracy
and ease. Paired with continuous shooting speeds up to 6.5 frames per
second, the PowerShot G7 X camera gives users the capability to take
their best shots in full resolution.
The PowerShot G7 X camera is equipped with built-in Wi-Fi technology,
so users can share their stunning still images and videos quickly and
easily online using compatible mobile devices3. Using the Mobile Device
Connect Button, users can connect to a compatible smartphone or tablet
easily, while direct uploading and storage of images and movies to the
web is easily done using Canon iMAGE GATEWAY4. For even easier
connectivity, the PowerShot G7 X camera also features NFC making initial
setup and pairing easier with a compatible Android device.
Photographers can also capture stunning Full HD video up to 1080/60p
with the PowerShot G7 X camera. Accessing the various video shooting
modes is easily done as the automatic and manual focus, along with the
exposure settings, can be controlled using the touch panel, the dial on
the back of the camera or a control ring on the lens and convenient
playback on a HDTV can be done via the camera’s HDMI port.
The PowerShot G7 X camera also offers multiple shooting modes giving
users the power of expression. For example, the advanced Star Mode
features four options to capture images of starry night skies with
impeccable quality. The “Star Portrait” and “Star Nightscape” modes
help capture the radiance of stars in the background while still
allowing photographers to capture a foreground subject. The “Star
Trails” mode turns star movement into a luminous still image, while the
“Star Time-Lapse Movie” mode makes beautiful video clips that show the
movement of the stars against a static background.
For even more creative expression, the PowerShot G7 X camera features
Canon’s unique Creative Shot Mode for still images, with four filter
categories – Retro, Monochrome, Special and Natural. Smart AUTO
technology selects 58 different pre-defined scenes for still shots and
21 for video making it possible to take beautiful images and video in a
variety of situations. The camera’s High Dynamic Range (HDR) Mode offers
ample versatility for creating still images with an artistic flare.
Additionally, the camera’s Intelligent IS automatically chooses from one
of eight modes to help optimize image stabilization for virtually
shake-free images in various shooting conditions.
For photograph purists, the PowerShot G7 X camera fully supports both
manual exposure control and the user’s choice of RAW, JPEG or RAW+JPEG
recording formats. The PowerShot G7 X camera also provides excellent
manual control operability with a touch panel, a programmable control
ring on the lens, an exposure compensation dial, and two customizable
buttons on the back in a sleek, compact body.
The PowerShot SX60 HS Digital Camera The new
PowerShot SX60 HS digital camera is the latest addition to Canon’s SX
high-power zoom lineup. With 65x optical zoom (equivalent to 21-1365mm)
and Optical Image Stabilization for steady images, this camera lets
users zoom in and capture special moments even at long range. This new
model includes a 16.1 megapixel* CMOS image sensor that, when paired
with Canon’s DIGIC 6 Image processor, creates Canon’s high-sensitivity
HS System to enhance low-light image quality. Further boosting the
performance of the camera’s 65x zoom lens is Canon’s innovative
Intelligent IS system which provides users with outstanding eight-mode
shake correction technology. For filmmaking enthusiasts, the camera’s
1080/60p Full HD video capabilities feature the choice of automatic or
manual exposure control together with a built-in stereo microphone and a
port for optional external stereo microphone to record life-like audio
with ease.
Like the PowerShot G7 X, the PowerShot SX60 HS camera is equipped
with built-in Wi-Fi technology, so users can share the amazing still
images and videos taken with the camera online quickly and easily using
compatible mobile devices. The camera’s Mobile Device Connect Button
makes it easy for users to connect to a compatible smartphone or tablet.
Images and movies uploaded to the cloud via Canon iMAGE GATEWAY can be
shared easily on social media platforms. The PowerShot SX60 HS camera
also includes NFC making initial setup and pairing easier with a
compatible Android device.
The PowerShot SX60 HS camera features Canon’s Face Detection and
Tracking AF system plus full resolution continuous shooting up to 6.4
frames per second (when not utilizing Tracking AF). The camera also
features a new EOS-style grip design for comfortable and secure
handling. Users can choose between a three-inch 922K dot Vari-Angle LCD
screen for low-or high-angle shooting and a high-resolution 922K dot
electronic viewfinder, ideal for shooting in bright outdoor conditions.
When shooting at extreme telephoto focal lengths, the Zoom Framing
Assist function remembers the user’s previous zoom position, zooms out
to locate the subject, and zooms right back into the saved position when
the button is released. An additional feature to this Zoom Framing
Assist allows users to preset a desired composition such as whole body,
upper body or face. Once this feature is enabled, the PowerShot SX60 HS
camera will zoom its lens automatically to maintain the desired
composition even if the subject moves closer or further from the camera.
Another new function called Zoom Memory makes it possible to quickly
return to the most recently used zoom position, even if the battery or
memory card is replaced.
To help make photographs and video that are creative yet simple to
capture, the PowerShot SX60 HS camera features Creative Shot mode and
Canon’s Smart AUTO mode that intelligently selects optimal camera
settings from 58 different pre-defined scenes for still shots and 21 for
video. The PowerShot SX60 HS camera also features full-manual exposure
and focus control, with the photographer’s choice of JPEG, RAW, or
JPEG+RAW capture modes. The PowerShot SX60 HS camera is fully compatible
with Canon EX-series Speedlites for professional quality lighting
effects.
The PowerShot N2 Digital Camera
The new Canon PowerShot N2 digital camera, with its stylish square shape, is packed with creative features that provide users with even more freedom to capture their most creative images. Featuring an 8x Optical Zoom lens (equivalent to 28-224mm), the camera gives users the imaging quality needed to capture great photos. The camera also houses a 16.1 megapixel* CMOS image sensor and DIGIC 6 Image processor so memories are preserved and can be shared for years to come.
The new Canon PowerShot N2 digital camera, with its stylish square shape, is packed with creative features that provide users with even more freedom to capture their most creative images. Featuring an 8x Optical Zoom lens (equivalent to 28-224mm), the camera gives users the imaging quality needed to capture great photos. The camera also houses a 16.1 megapixel* CMOS image sensor and DIGIC 6 Image processor so memories are preserved and can be shared for years to come.
With enhanced Wi-Fi capabilities, the PowerShot N2 allows users
looking to share creative images of moments with family and friends
anytime and anywhere. Using the Mobile Device Connect Button, users can
connect to a compatible smartphone or tablet easily. Images uploaded
to the cloud via Canon iMAGE GATEWAY can be shared easily on social
media platforms. The PowerShot N2 camera also includes NFC making
initial setup and pairing easier with a compatible Android device.
The sleek, distinct design of the PowerShot N2 camera features a
2.8-inch, 180 degree tilt, capacitive touch LCD screen and, in
combination with the camera’s new Self Portrait mode, makes this the
ideal camera for taking a spontaneous selfie. The screen also allows for
users to capture low-angle or difficult to shoot angles. Different from
the shutter ring on the PowerShot N camera, that could be pressed on
the top or bottom of the ring, the new shutter ring on the PowerShot N2
camera now functions with an all-round release, allowing users to hold
the camera in various ways as well as making it a great camera choice
for left or right-handed photographers.
The camera’s Creative Shot mode, which was also featured on the
PowerShot N camera, has been enhanced with added filters, giving users
the ability to easily apply either a Retro, Monochrome, Special or
Natural look to their photos. Also unique to this model, the advanced
movie shooting feature in Creative Shot mode combines several movie
clips automatically with special effects including super slow motion,
quick motion, and various filters for creating fantastic short films.
The PowerShot N2 camera also features Smart Auto Mode with 58 different
pre-defined scenes for still shots and 21 for video, so no matter the
shooting situation users can expect that their photo or video will be
captured just as they imagined.
Pricing and AvailabilityThe PowerShot G7 X digital camera is scheduled to be available in October 2014 for an estimated retail price of $699.99.
The PowerShot SX60 HS digital camera is scheduled to be available in October 2014 for estimated retail price of $549.99.
The PowerShot N2 digital camera is scheduled to be available in
December 2014 with a choice of black and white body colors for an
estimated retail price of $299.99.
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Specifications
| Price | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $549 |
| Body type | |
| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3072 |
| Other resolutions | 4608 x 3456, 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456, 2768 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1832, 2448 x 2448, 1952 x 2448, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1368, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 1232 x 1536 |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 16 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 17 megapixels |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Processor | DIGIC 6 |
| Color space | sRGB |
| Color filter array | Primary Color Filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100-3200 (6400 in low light mode at low resolution) |
| White balance presets | 7 |
| Custom white balance | Yes (2 slots) |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Super fine, fine |
| File format |
|
| Image parameters |
|
| Optics & Focus | |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 21–1365 mm |
| Optical zoom | 65× |
| Maximum aperture | F3.4 - F6.5 |
| Autofocus |
|
| Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
| Digital zoom | Yes (4x) |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Normal focus range | 0 cm (0″) |
| Macro focus range | 0 cm (0″) |
| Number of focus points | 9 |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 922,000 |
| Touch screen | No |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder resolution | 922,000 |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
|
| Scene modes |
|
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Flash range | 5.50 m |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe) |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
| Continuous drive | 6.4 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
| Metering modes |
|
| Exposure compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| Videography features | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Videography notes | Also offers Super Slow Motion, Miniature Effect, Digest Movie |
| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes (mini-HDMI) |
| Microphone port | No |
| Headphone port | No |
| Wireless | Built-In |
| Wireless notes | image sharing via Canon Image Gateway |
| Remote control | No (Wired) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion NB-10L rechargeable battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 340 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz) |
| Dimensions | 128 x 93 x 114 mm (5.04 x 3.66 x 4.49″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Timelapse recording | No |
| GPS | None |
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