Canon UK Press Release

If you’ve exhausted the list of traditional ‘Dad’ presents and are looking for something extra special to give to yours this Father’s Day (19 June 2005), Canon’s range of digital kit could make the perfect gift. Whatever your Dad’s into, from extreme sports to classic cars, Canon has a gift that will suit.

For the ultra-stylish Dad
Canon’s Digital IXUS 700 packs 7 Megapixels into a brushed stainless steal ‘titanium grey’ body which won’t ruin the lines in his suit, and will impress on the golf course. Powered by the same DIGIC II processor found in Canon’s professional-series Digital SLRs, the IXUS 700 really is the thoroughbred of digital cameras.

For the emergent photographer Dad
For Dads who have exhausted the abilities of their ‘point and shoot’ compact camera, the EOS 350D Digital SLR can provide the answer. The camera combines features more commonly found in professional level DSLRs with an ease of use designed to appeal to first time users.

For the outdoor Dad
Whether it be scaling the side of a mountain, a day at the races or out sailing, Canon has a piece of kit that will help your Dad get more from his day. Our PowerShot range of cameras, including the new PowerShot S2 IS, are robust enough to survive an arduous climb or rough seas, and have excellent optical zoom lenses for capturing detail on the horizon.

If he likes nothing more than a day at the races, Canon’s latest binoculars, the 10x42L IS WP, with professional ‘L’ series lenses and Image Stabilising technology will mean he won’t miss any of the action. They’re also waterproof so come rain or shine will do the job expected of them.

Canon’s extensive range of Waterproof and All Weather housings enable our cameras to be taken in to the sea, buried in the sand, or out in even the stormiest conditions, meaning a picture opportunity needn’t be missed.

Imaging heritage
Canon has over 60 years history of manufacturing imaging equipment, from cameras, camcorders and binoculars through photo printers and multifunction peripherals to scanners and projectors. Our range of imaging equipment is designed to provide a complete solution for everyone from first time users, to enthusiasts and professional users.

Availability and reader enquiries
· Digital IXUS 700, available now priced at £399 RRP inc. VAT/ / €599.99 RRP inc. VAT.
· EOS 350D with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II lens, available now priced at £799.99 RRP inc. VAT/ €1199.99 RRP inc. VAT.
· Canon’s range of PowerShot cameras available from £199 RRP inc. VAT/ €289.99 inc. VAT. PowerShot S2 IS available from June 2005 priced at £469 RRP inc. VAT/€€689 RRP inc. VAT.
· Canon’s range of Waterproof and All Weather housings available from £99 RRP inc. VAT/ €149.99 RRP inc. VAT.
· 10x42L IS WP binoculars available now priced at £1499.99 RRP inc. VAT/ €2199.99 RRP inc. VAT.

Reader enquiries
UK - 08705 143723 / www.canon.co.uk    
Eire – (01) 2052400 / www.canon.ie