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Compact cameras keeps things simple and is a good companion while capturing memories.
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Canon IXUS 185 camera would suit you adequately.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the IXUS 185 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 9 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Canon IXUS 185 will satisfy your needs..
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Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Canon IXUS 185 is a great companion to have.
For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (6.17 x 4.55 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image.
There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the IXUS 185 is a really good choice.
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the IXUS 185.
As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 6.17 x 4.55 mm(mm) sensor size, the Canon IXUS 185, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.
Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the IXUS 185 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.
Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 6.17 x 4.55 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Canon IXUS 185 has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.
The IXUS 185 is an eye-catching package with a bright and refreshing look. The perfect accessory to compliment your individual sense of style.
Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the IXUS 185 fits the bill.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | Compact camera |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
Product Colour | Silver |
Camera | |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.2-6.9 |
Brightness Adjustment | Yes |
Built-in Processor | Yes |
Camera File System | DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3 |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG |
Languages Support | Multi |
Orientation Sensor | Yes |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Playback Zoom (max) | 10 x |
Scene Modes | Fireworks, Portrait |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 10 s |
Shooting Modes | Auto |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Modes | Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
Flash Range (tele) | 1.3 - 1.5 m |
Flash Range (wide) | 0.5 - 3 m |
Flash Sync-speed | 1/2000 s |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 9 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
Closest Focusing Distance | 0.01 m |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus | TTL |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
ISO Sensitivity | 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 1600 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 100 |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Auto |
Light Metering | Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot |
Shutter | |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/2000 s |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 15 s |
Video | |
Analog Signal Format System | NTSC, PAL |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
HD Type | HD-Ready |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 29.97 fps |
Resolution At Capture Speed | 1280x720@25fps |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | H.264, MOV |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | AAC LC |
Audio System | Mono |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Lens System | |
Combined Zoom | 32 x |
Digital Zoom | 4 x |
Extra/Smart Zoom | 16 x |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 5 - 40 mm |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 8/7 |
Maximum Aperture Number | 6.9 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 224 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.2 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 28 mm |
Optical Zoom | 8 x |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | LCD |
Display Diagonal | 2.7 |
Display Diagonal (metric) | 6.8 cm |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 230000 pixels |
Field Of View | 100 % |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
Megapixel | 20 MP |
Sensor Format | Cropped |
Sensor Type | CCD |
Total Megapixels | 20.5 MP |
Technical Details | |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4+ |
Self-timer | Yes |
Other Features | |
Image Editing | Resizing |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
USB 2.0 (Mini USB) Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB Connector | Mini-USB B |
USB Port | Yes |
USB Version | 2.0 |
Battery | |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 210 shots |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Battery Type | NB-11L |
Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Packaging Content | |
Batteries Included | Yes |
Battery Charger Included | Yes |
Bundled Software | CameraWindow DC |
Hand Strap | Yes |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 54.3 mm |
Height | 22.1 mm |
Weight | 126 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 126 g |
Width | 95.2 mm |
System Requirements | |
Mac Operating Systems Supported | Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
Windows Operating Systems Supported | Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Hom |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 5152 x 3864 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 5152 x 3864, 3648 x 2736, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480, 5152 x 2896 |
Memory | |
Memory Slots | 1 |
Operational Conditions | |
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 % |