Canon has just announced a new compact super-zoom digital camera to replace its PowerShot SX200 IS. The new model is called the PowerShot SX210 IS and features 14.1 megapixels, 14x optical zoom, 3-inch LCD screen, full manual controls and HD movie capture.

The camera incorporates the latest DIGIC 4 processing engine to allow for superb image quality and fast operation, as well as for a number of intelligent technologies such as Smart Auto, Scene Detection, Smart Flash Exposure and Intelligent Contrast.

The camera is equipped with a 28mm wide-angle lens which performance is enhanced by the advanced optical Image Stabilizer (IS) to compensate for camera shake and deliver blur-free images. Motion Detection Technology, in its turn, sets optimal shutter speed and ISO level for you to get crisp photos.

The SX210 Is offers you complete control over camera settings with the possibility to manually control aperture, shutter speed, ISO and focusing. It also has an array of creative shooting modes and Easy Mode for beginners and for those who want just to point and shoot.

The camera’s advanced Face Detection Technology can identify up to 35 faces in a frame. You can also make use of Smart Shutter technology that allows you to make the camera release the shutter with a smile or a wink.

The HD video mode starts with a dedicated movie record button and is enhanced by stereo sound, Smart Auto technology, optical zoom and a new Dynamic Image Stabilizer. The latter reduces the shake caused by a shooter’s movement.

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS – Specifications:

• 1/2.3″ Image CCD Sensor
• 14.1 Megapixels
• Maximum Image size: 4320 x 3240
• DIGIC 4 Image Processor
• 14x Optical Zoom
• Focus Length Equivalent: 28 - 392mm
• Aperture range: F3.1(W)-5.9(T)
• Lens-Shift Image stabilization
• 3.0″ TFT LCD Monitor with 230,000 pixels
• Macro Focus: 5 cm
• Servo AF/AE
• Metering: Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot
• Sensitivity: ISO 80-1600
• Shutter Speed: 15-1/3200 sec
• Exposure Modes: Auto, Easy, Program, Shutter & Aperture Priority, Manual
• 13 Scene Modes
• Face Detection
• Intelligent Contrast
• Continuous Shooting: 0.7 fps
• Movie Mode: 1280 x 720 @ 30fps [HD]
• Storage : SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus
• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
• Body Colors: Black, Purple, Gold
• Price Tag:  US $349

Canon launched its new LEGRIA FS300 series of
Standard Definition camcorders. The devices are lightweight, easy-to-use and combine image quality with advanced imaging features.

The series include the Canon Legria FS36, FS37 and FS306 models. They are almost identical and differ only in the amount of internal memory. The FS37 and the FS36 feature 16GB and 8GB of flash memory respectively while the FS306 offers none. All of them have a SDHC card slot for memory cards up to 32 GB.

At the heart of these camcorders lies the DIGIC DV II processor that offers the highest possible video quality at an affordable price. A genuine Canon Video Lens features 41x Advanced Zoom with a new Dynamic Image Stabiliser to make the image smoother and blur-free.

Shooting videos is very easy with the FS300 series. They offer a choice of 11 different shooting modes to capture the best possible footage, whatever the conditions, while Quick Start and Pre REC functions ensure that no crucial moment is ever missed.

In the camcorders’ Dual Shot mode you can take still photos or video without having to switch modes. And Canon’s unique Video Snapshot mode can shoot four second clips at a time – just like a TV show – to create sequences.

In addition, these new models a allow you to shoot for longer. They offer three and a half hours of recording time per charge, while Quick Charge mode provides up to a full hour of shooting from just 20 minutes of charge.

Canon LEGRIA FS Series – Key Features:

• DIGIC DV II Processor
• Genuine Canon Video Lens
• 41x Advanced Zoom (2000x digital zoom)
• 2.7” Widescreen LCD
• Dynamic Image Stabilizer
• Dual Shot Mode
• Video Snapshot Function
• Pre REC
• Quick Start
• Stereo Audio Recording
• SDHC Memory Cards up to 32 GB
• Flash Memory
  • Canon LEGRIA FS37: 16GB Flash
  • Canon LEGRIA FS36: 8GB Flash
  • Canon LEGRIA FS306: No Flash Memory
• Intelligent Lithium-Ion Battery System
• Quick Charge
• USB-out Connector
• 225g weight
• Availability: March 2010

Canon has added two more models to its budget, ‘A series,’ the Powershot A490 and A495. They were launched to replace the A480 and feature 10 megapixels of resolution, 3.3x optical zoom lens and 2.5″ LCD Screen.

There’s little difference between the two cameras: A495 offers slightly more sophisticated face detection then that of A490, a ‘face timer’ feature and two additional scene modes. Moreover, the A495 is available in more color options.

Both cameras feature point and shoot operation offering Smart Auto Mode with Scene Detection Technology, which automatically applies picture settings to suit shooting situation. The A495 automatically detects up to 18 different shooting scenes, while PowerShot A490 can detect up to 13 of them.

The A495 & A490 make use of i-Contrast technology that detects difficult lighting conditions and ensures that light or darker areas are captured in detail in the final image. At the same time the camera guarantee high performance in dark situations with the help of their Low Light mode while Motion Detection Technology prevents blur when capturing moving subjects.

To ensure bright portraits of your friends and family the cameras feature Advanced Face Detection Technology and Red-eye Correction. Moreover, a clever FaceSelf-Timer feature, available on the A495, will make the camera wait until an additional face enters the frame before the shot is taken.

Canon PowerShot A495 & A490 – Specifications:

• 1/2.3″ CCD Image Sensor
• 10.0 Megapixels
• Maximum Image Size: 3648 x 2736
• Movie Clips: 640 x 480 @ 30fps
• 3.3x optical zoom
• Focal length Equivalent: 37 - 122mm
• Aperture Value: F3.0-5.8
• Face Detection
• Closest Focus Distance: 1 cm
• Metering: Evaluative, Center-Weighted Average, Spot (Center)
• Sensitivity: ISO 80-1600
• Shutter Speed: 15-1/2000 sec
• Modes: Auto, Program, Special Scene, Movie
• Scene modes:
  • Both cameras: Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids & Pets, Indoor, , , Fireworks, Long Shutter, Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids & Pets, Low Light (2.0MP), Beach, Foliage, Snow, Sunset, Fireworks, Long Shutter
  • The A495: + FaceSelf-Timer, Poster Effect, Super Vivid
• Continuous Shooting: 0.9 fps
• Compatible with External Flash
• 2.5″ TFT LCD Monitor with 115,000 pixels
• Storage: SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus
• Power: 2 x Size-AA Batteries