Typical price: £250
What is it: 8-megapixel compact with image stabilisation
What we think: A big screen, wide lens and wealth of features make this an impressive point-and-shoot
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 17 October 2007
Tags: Canon, Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS, resolution, menu items, quick access
We like:
Fast performance and excellent image quality; optical image stabilisation; face detection
We don't like:
No manual exposure controls; slightly heavy
Also known as:
Canon PowerShot SD870 IS (USA)
CNET UK judgement:
With a combination of impressive features, big screen and wide angle lens all serving up excellent photographs, the Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS shows that there's far more to digital photography than megapixels
Full review:
The Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS is the latest in the stylish IXUS range of all-conquering compacts. Priced at around £250, the 860 IS might seem costly for an 8-megapixel camera, but in fact Canon seems to have sidestepped the megapixel race and instead packed this model with plenty of features. Continue Reading...
Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS History
2 Oct 2007 in Crave
Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS: Born with style
The Canon IXUS 860 IS has (nearly) everything we want in a compact. Optical image stabilisation and a big screen top the bill on this stylish package
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