The 12.1-megapixel Canon Digital IXUS 105 - called the Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS in North America - boasts classic IXUS styling, combining a slim and chic body with a 28-112mm equivalent, optically stabilised zoom lens. The IXUS 105 features a Smart Auto mode with Smart Flash Exposure and Scene Detection Technology plus Face Detection, FaceSelf-Timer and Auto Red-Eye Correction. A 2.7” rear screen and VGA movie recording at 30 frames per second round off the features list. The Canon IXUS 105 will be available from March 2010 priced at £189 / €219.

Canon Press Release

IXUS 105 – capture the fun, in style

The IXUS 105 boasts classic IXUS styling, combining a slim and chic body with a range of impressive functions for easy, everyday shooting. Available in silver, brown, pink and aqua Some colour variations of the IXUS 105 may not be available in all regions, the IXUS 105 offers a choice of classic and pastel colours to project a stylish and personal feel. A bright, 6.8cm (2.7”) PureColor LCD II screen is also great for framing and viewing shots.

12.1 Megapixels provide high resolution pictures bursting with colour and detail. Low Light mode also makes it easy for all users to take great photos in challenging, dimly-lit conditions. The IXUS 105 is also able to capture VGA movies at 30fps with sound, offering users the capacity to go beyond stills and record memories in video as well.

YouTube™ upload – get video online in minutes
The IXUS 130 and the IXUS 105 feature an integrated YouTube™ upload function in the supplied CameraWindow software application, providing the capacity to log-in and upload video directly from the camera to the Internet via a computer.

Never stop shooting with SDXC memory
Both new models are also compatible with new SDXC memory cards. Offering storage capacity of up to 2TB, SDXC memory allows users to shoot huge volumes of images without having to change cards. SDHC memory cards are also supported up to 32GB, providing instant compatibility with the vast number of memory cards already available.

CANON iMAGE GATEWAY – share your stories
Owners of the new IXUS 130 and IXUS 105 cameras are entitled to free membership of CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, an online facility for sharing photos and video. Users can take advantage of up to 2GB of personal storage capacity, creating enough room for hundreds of high-quality images. Mobile browsing is also supported, making it easy for friends and family to view photos on the move.

Key features:
12.1 Megapixel IXUS with compact metal body in four colour options
Genuine Canon 28mm wide-angle 4x zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
6.8cm (2.7”) PureColor LCD II
Smart Auto with Smart Flash Exposure and Scene Detection Technology for great looking photos in all situations
Face Detection, FaceSelf-Timer and Auto Red-Eye Correction
Combats blur with ISO Auto, Motion Detection Technology and IS
i-Contrast helps retain shadow and highlight detail
DIGIC 4 processing for ultra-fast response and high image quality
Range of shooting modes including Low Light
Smooth, 30fps VGA movies with Long Play for greater recording times

Pricing & Availability
The IXUS 105 is available from March 2010 priced at £189.00 / €219.00

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