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The new high-end, advanced PowerShot model from Canon empowers photographers to create amazing images and video
PowerShot SX60 HS Digital Camera Boasts a Super 65x Optical ZoomMELVILLE, N.Y., September 22, 2014 – Canon Latin America. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced a new PowerShot model expanding upon its lineup of high-quality, compact digital cameras. The PowerShot SX60 HS camera features a 65x Optical Zoom lens and an amazing broad focal length range equivalent to 21mm -1365mm.
“Canon continually strives to provide imaging enthusiasts with the tools they need to create the high-quality images and videos,” said Kenji Kobayashi, president, Latin America, Inc. “We believe in the talent of those passionate about photography and this new PowerShot camera allows photographers to capture, print and share their most amazing images.”
The PowerShot SX60 HS Digital Camera:The new PowerShot SX60 HS digital camera is the latest addition to Canon’s SX high-powered 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.
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 tablet1. Images and movies uploaded to the cloud via Canon iMAGE GATEWAY2 can be shared easily on social media platforms. The PowerShot SX60 HS camera also includes Near Field Communications (NFCTM)3 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.
About Canon Latin America Inc.:Canon Latin America., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions. With approximately $36 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2013† and is one of Fortune Magazine's World’s Most Admired Companies in 2014. Canon Latin America., Inc., is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon Latin America., is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. In 2014, the Canon Americas Headquarters secured LEED® Gold certification, a recognition for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of high-performance green buildings.
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1. Compatible with iOS versions 6.0/6.1/7.0/7.1, Android versions 2.3.3/4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4 and Android tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4. Data charges may apply.
2. One-time registration is required on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY online+e photo album.
3. Compatible with Android devices version 4.0 or later.
*Image processing may cause a decrease in the number of pixels.
