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The Canon PowerShot SD630 (IXUS 65 in Europe) is virtually the same camera as the Powershot SD600 except that it has no view finder and instead has a larger 3.0 inch LCD for lining up photos.
It too is a 6 megapixel camera with a 4x Optical Zoom, 16 shooting modes and 30 frames per second movie shooting.
It shoots at up to 800 ISO and has a two tone brushed metal look.
The Canon PowerShot SD630 will retail for $399.99.
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Featuring a high resolution 2.5" LCD screen, the steel-bodied Digital IXUS 60 draws on original IXUS designer Yasushi Shiotani's 'box and circle' concept to achieve a look of classic elegance. The innovative Digital IXUS 65 sports a massive 3.0" LCD, unique Touch Control Dial and a two-tone finish in brushed silver and ebony black.
Both cameras incorporate leading edge features into ultra slim bodies, including:
- 6.0 Megapixel resolution
- 3x optical zoom 35–105mm (35mm equivalent) with UA lens
- DIGIC II, iSAPS and 9-point AiAF for fast, sharp results
- 16 shooting modes
- My Colors in-camera photo effects
- 30fps VGA movie clips with sound
- High ISO Auto and ISO 800 for flash-free indoor shooting
- Widescreen (16:9) still image recording
The Digital IXUS 60 and Digital IXUS 65 sit above the Digital IXUS 55 in the IXUS range and will appeal to style-conscious consumers seeking large displays, advanced functionality and great image quality in a compact and elegant camera.
"These new additions to the Digital IXUS range exemplify everything IXUS stands for – leading design, innovative technologies and outstanding performance," said Mogens Jensen Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe.
Big screen appeal
The Digital IXUS 60's 2.5" LCD screen allows for sharp composition and reviewing with no squinting or eyestrain. The screen's wide angle of view makes it easier to share playback with a group. The speaker and mode switch have been repositioned on this model for a firmer grip, while the base of the mode switch acts as a thumb rest for added comfort.
A huge wide-angle 3.0" LCD screen – the largest to ever grace a Canon compact digital still camera – is just one of several landmark innovations on the Digital IXUS 65. A new Touch Control Dial replaces the mode dial - touching the dial displays a mode icon on the LCD for quick and easy function selection, particularly after dark. The dial can also be used to scroll through images during playback. A new Image Inspection Tool makes use of the large LCD screen by simultaneously displaying a newly shot image and a magnified section of the image – ideal for checking details before leaving the scene. The magnified spot can be moved between AF points or to any point on the image.
Increased ISO speed
Stylish compact cameras are generally used indoors, at parties and in other low light situations where the use of the flash can spoil the ambience of the scene.
The Digital IXUS 60 and Digital IXUS 65 incorporate ISO 800 to facilitate flash-free shooting indoors and minimise the effects of camera shake. A new High ISO Auto setting automatically sets exposure using the higher range of ISO sensitivities, prioritising faster shutter speeds for reduced image blur. Dedicated ISO buttons on the cameras allow quick switching between ISO settings.
Creative shooting
Canon's My Colors photo effects can now be applied both before and after shooting to images, offering users more opportunities to customise their creations without having to connect to a PC. The Digital IXUS 60 and Digital IXUS 65 offer 16 shooting modes including a Manual mode, which enables selection of ISO, white balance and other exposure settings. Preset scene modes assist with tricky lighting conditions, including an Underwater mode for shooting underwater with the optional Waterproof Case. Color Accent and Color Swap modes enable dramatic colour effects to be applied to both images and movies without the need for a PC or image manipulation software.
A new Widescreen recording mode (2816 x 1584 recording pixels) allows for still image capturing in 16:9 format – perfect for viewing images on widescreen television or printing wide format (10 x 20cm) photos with a SELPHY CP series Compact Photo Printer.
The cameras’ movie features enable recording of 30fps VGA movie clips of up to 1GB . A 60fps QVGA mode is ideal for recording fast action sequences and analysing them in slow motion, while the handy Compact mode records up to 3 minutes in low resolution for easy sharing via email.
Printing and other new features
A new dedicated and easy to access Print menu simplifies printing of multiple images. Full PictBridge support means users can print directly to any PictBridge compatible printer without the need for a PC. The cameras' ID photo and movie stills features are also available when connected to a SELPHY CP Compact Photo Printer. A Print/Share button allows one-touch printing and easy uploads to Windows or Mac systems.
The cameras menu systems now feature support for Arabic, bringing the total number of supported languages to 23.
Accessories
- Optional Waterproof Cases (Digital IXUS 60: WP-DC3, Digital IXUS 65: WP-DC4) allow users to bring the cameras to a depth of up to 40 metres for compelling underwater shots. Specially designed Weights (WW-DC1) are available to control camera buoyancy.
- Soft Leather Case (DCC-60)
- Digital IXUS Metal and Leather Neck Straps
- Compact AC Power Adapter (ACK-DC10)
- Battery pack NB-4L
The cameras are compatible with MMC/SD cards, and come supplied with a 16MB Canon memory card.
The PowerShot SD600 Digital ELPH will be available in March for an estimated selling price of $349.99 and the PowerShot SD630 Digital ELPH camera will be available in April for an estimated selling price of $399.99.
Get the latest price on the Canon PowerShot SD630 at Amazon.
CNET has posted a review of the Canon PowerShot SD630 and gives it a rating of 7.6 out of 10. They write - 'It may be small, but the Canon PowerShot SD630 is fierce. This little 6-megapixel point-and-shoot manages to pack zippy performance and snappy photos into a package you can fit in your pants pocket. If you have large hands, you'll probably find its control layout a little uncomfortable, and it doesn't have an optical viewfinder, but the SD630 is still a great compact camera.'
Steves Digicams has posted a comprehensive review of the Canon Powershot SD600 Digital ELPH where they write - 'Image quality, when using Large SuperFine mode, was good for a 6-megapixle model. The majority of our outdoor samples were sharp and showed good overall exposure. However, I did notice a bit of edge softness on some of our images, but no more than the typical consumer camera. Color saturation is pleasing for a coNsumer model, and when you're feeling a bit creative, there are a multitude of "My Colors" to choose from (Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, B&W, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, or Custom Color) to give your images that certain look; you can even adjust the color after you have already captured an image. The SD600's 3x optical zoom lens offers an average zoom range of approx. 35-105mm (in 35mm equivalence), which provides a moderate wide angle field of view for interior and landscape shots, and telephoto coverage useful for portraits or to bring your subjects a bit closer. The lens exhibited moderate barrel distortion at wide angle, but relatively no pin cushioning at the telephoto end of the zoom range. Noise levels were good when using lower ISO speeds (ISO 80 or 100 for example), but as we see all to often with consumer models, as the sensitivity is increased so does the amount of visible noise. Luckily, the camera does do a great job of using the lowest setting possible when the ISO is set to Auto.'
Digital Trends posts their review of the Canon PowerShot SD630 where they recommend - 'I really enjoyed shooting with the Canon SD 630 Digital ELPH. It takes very nice photos with colors that are spot on. The compact camera feels right and can be easily carried for the spur of the moment snapshots. It�s designed for the point-and-shoot crowd or someone who just wants a shade more options in their photographic arsenal. Anyone who wants to adjust the aperture or shutter speed should look elsewhere. Although a solid camera I did find myself wishing for optical image stabilization since the camera is so small, it�s hard to hold rock steady. For less than $400, that�s too much to ask for. If you want it, Canon has the new $499 6MP SD700. That said anyone who picks this baby will be happy with the decision.'
Digital Camera Tracker reviews the Canon PowerShot SD630 where they write - 'Taking pictures with the Canon SD630 was enjoyable and easy. In the picture quality area there is nothing to complain about because the SDF630 delivers snappy photos with vivid color that seem to jump right off the monitor. It's fast to turn on, power up and recycle time between shots seemed almost instantaneous. I did not like how Canon buried the important features several layers down in the menus. If there's one thing that will bring a camera's fun level down it's when manufacturers hide the really important functions several layers down.'
DCRP reviews the Canon PowerShot SD630 Digital ELPH and writes - 'While not perfect, the Canon PowerShot SD630 Digital ELPH is a good choice for those who want the largest LCD possible on an ultra-compact camera. It offers a nice combination of features and performance in a stylish package that you can take anywhere. The SD630 is an ultra-compact camera made of metal and plastic. It's well built for the most part, save for the flimsy plastic door over the memory card and battery compartment. Canon kept "button clutter" to a minimum on the camera, and they've equipped it with a unique four-way controller that also doubles as a scroll wheel in playback mode. Unfortunately, the controller/wheel is too small for my fingers, making scrolling rather difficult. The main event on the SD630 is undoubtedly its 3-inch LCD display, and the one here is pretty impressive, with high resolution and excellent low light visibility. There's no optical viewfinder, though, which can be frustrated when you're shooting in bright outdoor light.'
Lets Go Digital reviews the beautiful little Canon Digital IXUS 65 and writes - 'All in all, the exquisite Canon IXUS 65 leaves little room for complaint. Maybe the battery could be a bit longer lasting and a little more zoom would also be welcome. But that’s all. I can’t help being positive about this camera. It’s a must and not just for the trend setters in our midst! '
Think Camera posts their review of the Canon Ixus 65 where they give it a rating of 7 out of 10 and write - 'The Canon Ixus 65 delivers beautiful pictures that are packed with detail far beyond what you might expect from a 6MP compact. The camera feels good in your hand and looks attractive and all the controls are well laid out and easy to use. While I had it on test I couldn't help thinking there was something missing. We've seen low light specialist, wide angle cameras and ultra ultra compacts. The Ixus 65 isn't any of these - it's a solid all rounder that will deliver great pictures. The styling still looks good 10 years on but without an all metal body this camera isn't going to turn heads. On the plus side it does have a HUGE screen and the easy controls give you great pictures. It really just lacks something to make you love it. '
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Posted by Darren in our Canon category on February 21, 2006