Canon IXUS 120 IS, The Sexiest Pocket Camera

Thu, Oct 29, 2009

Digital Camera

Canon-IXUS-120-ISPerhaps this pocket camera is the thinnest and the ’sexiest’ of the IXUS family line. Yes, Canon IXUS 120 IS which has a 22mm-thin body was present. Armed with 12 MP CCD sensor and DIGIC 4 processor, this pocket camera the right choice to take the important moments.

Basically, this camera has a 4x optical zoom lens (28 mm-112 mm), which is considered sufficient to take the object in a long shoot, for a pocket camera in its class.

With its 12 MP sensor, IXUS 120 IS can produce a large-scale images up to 4000×3000 pixel resolution, like those of the ‘cousin’ of IXUS 200 IS. Though born on the same day, the latest series Canon Power Shot G11 and S90 which is intended for users who are a little more advanced, only has a resolution of 10 MP. Perhaps this is one reason why the latest series pocket camera IXUS feels special and worth having.

But what distinguishes IXUS 120 IS IXUS 200 IS is the expanse of its LCD screen, which is only 2.7 inches. While IXUS 200 IS is 3.0 inches. With PureColor LCD II technology, this LCD feels comfortable in the eye when viewed from any angle normal. In addition this technology also protects the LCD from scratches.

Performance IXUS 120 IS

We tried ability AF (Auto Focus) owned IXUS 120 IS, a special performance. Mode because the AF-Point Zoom it, can enlarge the object and automatically focuses on a particular area, just before the camera key is used to select the focus manually (by pressing the shutter button half).

Another interesting feature is face detection. When the user setting up the self-timer to take pictures with friends, IXUS 120 will wait until there are new faces have been detected before the picture was taken. The response to this pretty quickly.

One of the things that make we disappointed when trying IXUS 120 IS is, his body is too thin. Users will be less comfortable in operating the camera manually. Section menu button and directional pad, it seemed difficult to reach and less comfortable when gripped, especially for users with large hands.

Basically this camera is quite simple to operate. Especially with the optical image stabilizer was able to reduce the effects of motion blur due to shocks, while taking a picture. As a result when try to retrieve the object with maximum zoom or used for target objects in the night, the picture can be taken are clearly without the aid of a tripod / Monopods though.

The ability to record video in HD format

Canon IXUS 120 IS also has a feature to record video in High Definition format (HD) with a maximum resolution of 720p in 30 fps. Video recordings can be shared immediately, with a USB cable connectivity, A / V port or HDMI port.

We try to record video inside and outside the room, the sound quality was normal, even for dipreview to TV. Standards for the size of a pocket camera.

Unfortunately Canon does not include an HDMI cable in the box IXUS 120 IS. Canon only supply with cable port Audio / Video and USB cable.

Conclusion:

Armed with DIGIC 4 processor and a capable lens, this camera can capture precious moments wherever and whenever, even with minimal light. Its operation was quite easy, even for people who have never operated IXUS though.

In addition there is the ability to record HD video format, which can dipreview directly to your TV or processed with video editing software. Canon Canon software also includes utilities ie: ZoomBrowser EX 6.4 and PhotoStitch 3.1, in the box IXUS 120 IS.

If interested in ‘proposed’ pocket camera from the ranks of the sexiest latest IXUS family, the prospective buyers can spend Rp 3,500,000. A relatively expensive price for the size of a pocket camera in its class. 4 available colors (silver, black, brown and blue).

Pros:
+ Super slim thin as 22mm.
+ Rapid Response lens.
+ Can record HD video format.

Disadvantages:
- Price is relatively expensive.
- Less comfortable when gripped, impressed easily separated from the grip.


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