The Canon Digital IXUS 120 IS (also known as the PowerShot SD940 IS Digital ELPH) is the slimmest wide-angle IXUS / ELPH to date. Small and perfectly formed - ideal for slipping into handbags and pockets – it can be taken anywhere to take capture important moments with its 28mm equivalent wide angle lens, 4x zoom and 12.1-megapixel image sensor. Technologies like scene and blink detection are on board to help novice users. The Canon Digital IXUS 120 IS / PowerShot SD940 IS Digital ELPH also includes a ‘Hints & Tips’ system so camera settings are clearly explained within the menu. Finally, the new Canon can capture 720p HD videos and output them via its HDMI port..The Canon Digital IXUS 120 IS / PowerShot SD940 IS will be available from early September 2009 priced at £299.00 / €349.00 / $299.99.

Canon UK Press Release

Super-slim and sophisticated

The Digital IXUS 120 IS is Canon’s slimmest ever wide-angle Digital IXUS - a powerful camera in an elegant frame.  Small and perfectly formed - ideal for slipping into handbags and pockets – it can be whipped out anywhere to take stunning images with its 28mm wide angle lens, 4x zoom and 12.1 Megapixel image sensor. All your shots can be comfortably reviewed on its beautiful 2.7 inch PureColour LCD II screen.

As with the Digital IXUS 200 IS the Digital IXUS 120 IS features Smart Auto mode with Scene Detection Technology so snapping is easy and picture quality is guaranteed.  The Digital IXUS 120 IS also includes a ‘Hints & Tips’ system so camera settings are clearly explained within the menu.  Blink Detection is another helpful feature to make sure you always get a perfect shot.  It immediately alerts you if any of your subjects had their eyes closed, letting you swiftly take a replacement photo.

Available in four subtle shades – black, blue, brown or silver - taking quality images on the move has been never so stylish and easy.

Shoot movies; share memories
The new Digital IXUS camera records 720p HD video letting you shoot high-quality video, as well as stunning stills.  Whether at a party with friends, travelling through exotic locations, or playing sport in the park, you can capture all your moving memories. 

Owners of the Digital IXUS 120 are entitled to free membership of CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, an online photo sharing service. Users can take advantage of great new features like the increase in storage capacity to 2GB in October, allowing the upload and sharing of hundreds of high-quality images. Friends and family can also enjoy viewing your online photo albums from their mobile phones with the new mobile phone browsing feature. In addition, owners of Canon PIXMA inkjet printers can now create, share and print images from their photo album using the new PIXMA Album Printing feature. CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is the ideal site for Canon users to share high-quality and memorable photos and video with family and friends.

Pricing & Availability

The Digital IXUS 120 IS is available from early September / 2009 priced at £299.00 / €349.00 RRP inc. VAT.

Canon USA Press Release

Canon PowerShot SD940 IS Digital ELPH Camera

Featuring:
# A 12.1-Megapixel sensor, 28mm wide-angle lens with 4x Optical Zoom lens and Optical Image Stabilization offering versatility when shooting in the field.
# 720p HD movie shooting capabilities plus HDMI output connector for easy playback of video and photos on an HDTV.
# A large, crisp 2.7-inch PureColor System LCD with a wide viewing angle, great for sharing photos and video with friends.
# Timeless colors of muted metallics in blue, black, silver and brown to match any mood.

Scheduled to be available in September, the PowerShot SD940 IS Digital ELPH Camera retails for an estimated price of $299.99.

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