To expand the series of Point and Shoot cameras, while the array of DSLR, SLR and mirrorless cameras are already in market to lure photographers and general users as well, Canon has made one. As the usability of Point and Shoot camera still exists and can still exert people towards it. The best example over here is the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS. The elder brother SX50 HS was launched two years ago and won the market with its 50x zoom range.
Now, the younger one has come with more power and more efficiency to leave all cameras behind. The 65x Optical Zoom camera is ready to hit the market with its technique and features. This shooter is the next in the SX series. To capture clear images from a very large distance, there is Optical Image Stabilization and 65x optical zoom which is calculated as focal length of 21-1365mm. An inventive creation by Company for photography au courant is killer in looks and functioning.
To boast the image quality, there is a DIGIC 6 Image processor which is mated with a 16.1 megapixel CMOS image sensor, capable enough to develop low-light images with high-sensitivity HS System. Thanks to its 65x optical zoom feature which fulfills the dream of users that love to click images with super zoom effect. This is not the limit for the digital cam’s excellence, an eight-mode shake correction technology is perfect for maintaining the image stabilization.
This digital compact camera possesses with 1080/60p Full HD video capability to make the videographers happy. For doing this, users will have the option of automatic or manual exposure control which is paired with a port (for optional external stereo microphone) and built-in stereo microphone which is capable enough to record videos impeccably and easily.
This camera also comes embedded with Wi-Fi connectivity to offer quick image and video sharing directly to the compatible smartphone as PowerShot G7 X does. There is a Mobile Device Connect Button also to make the connectivity easy between compatible smartphone/tablet and camera. The Company has also provided the option of cloud storage using Canon iMAGE GATEWAY that helps to share images and videos from the digital shooter to social networking websites. NFC support gives it a boost in connectivity feature.
Face Detection and Tracking AF system are few other features of this PowerShot SX60 HS shooter which can shoot upto 6.4 frames per second. Users also have the option of choosing the one between three-inch 922K dot Vari-Angle LCD screen and 922K dot electronic viewfinder. First one is meant for 'low-or high-angle shooting' and the second is built for ‘bright outdoor conditions’.
This imaging gadget also features Zoom Framing Assist to preset the composition of image even the subject comes closer or further, and Zoom Memory is capable to move back to the previously used zoom position, without taking care of battery and memory card replacement. This camera is designed with EOS-styled grip to make the handling easy and comfortable.
Its Smart AUTO mode and Creative Shot mode offer the option of selecting one scene from the 58 pre-defined scenes for taking still image and give 21 options for videos. PowerShot SX60 HS camera includes focus control, full-manual exposure and also compatible to use with Canon EX-series Speedlites. It is said that this point and shoot camera will hit the market in October and will be priced at $549.99.