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What is it: 12.1-megapixel compact with 5x super-wide zoom
What we think: Ticks numerous boxes, but it's not especially cheap and not particularly exciting
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 5 November 2009
Tags: Canon, Canon Digital IXUS 200 IS, compact camera, widescreen display, picture quality
We like:
Good zoom range; decent lens quality; effective touchscreen controls
We don't like:
Black borders on the LCD display when shooting stills; over-sensitive rear control dial; weak definition at high ISOs
CNET UK judgement:
With the Digital IXUS 200 IS, Canon seems to have aimed for steady evolution rather than technical innovation. The 200 is a perfectly decent camera, but it's far from a must-have
Full review:
The new, 12.1-megapixel Digital IXUS 200 IS resides near the top of Canon's Digital IXUS range. Only the Digital IXUS 980 IS and Digital IXUS 990 IS seem to sit above it, although it's hard to see what they've got that the newcomer hasn't. Available for around £255, the 200 gives you a 5x extra-wideangle zoom, a high-definition movie mode and a touchscreen interface. What more could you ask for? Continue Reading...
Canon Digital IXUS 200 IS History
20 Aug 2009 in Crave
Canon IXUS 120 IS and 200 IS: Why, a touchscreen! How novel
These aren't just cameras: these are Canon IXUS cameras. The IXUS 200 and 120 may not be pushing the envelope of compact camera design, but they are slick little snappers
19 Aug 2009 in Crave
Canon IXUS 200 and 120, and PowerShot SX20, S90 and G11 announced
Canon announces its first touchscreen and latest compacts with the launch of the IXUS 200 and 120, and PowerShot SX20, S90 and G11
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