Canon Digital IXUS 145 Red

MPN: 9157B007  |  EAN: 8714574615509  |  Model: Digital IXUS 145

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Choosist's Ratings

Canon Digital IXUS 145 Red - 9157B007 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Compact Cameras
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Home Videos
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Events Photography
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Just Right
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Travel
Outstanding
Event Videos
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Camera Body with Lens
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

As someone who just simply wants to point and shoot, this product just works.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Canon Digital IXUS 145 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 Digital IXUS 145 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.

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Canon device is a very good option!

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Video Scenarios

For those special occasions, this Canon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

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 Digital IXUS 145 is a great companion to have.

Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. 

Photo Scenarios

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the Digital IXUS 145 is an easy recommendation for this.

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 Digital IXUS 145.

Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Canon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the Digital IXUS 145 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^*}

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. Zoom capabilities are present as well which is great.

To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Canon is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.

Style

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Technical Specifications

Canon Digital IXUS 145 Red - 9157B007 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Compact
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Red
Camera
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.2-6.9
Camera File System DPOF, Exif 2.3
Image Formats Supported JPEG
Languages Support ARA, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HEB, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR
Multi Burst Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Playback Zoom (max) 10 x
Scene Modes Fisheye, Fireworks, Portrait, Beach/Snow
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
Shooting Modes Smart Auto (21 scenes detected), P, Portrait, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Snow, Fireworks
White Balance Auto (including Face Detection WB), Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Lock 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
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 9
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
Focus Adjustment Auto
Focusing Distance 1
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
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 Automatic Mode, Program Mode, Scene Mode
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 15 - 1/2000 s
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
Maximum Video Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 30 fps
Video Formats Supported H.264, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels
Audio
Built-in Microphone Yes
Lens System
Combined Zoom 32 x
Digital Zoom 4 x
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) 28 - 224 mm
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 Resolution (numeric) 230000 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Live View Yes
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/2.3
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 6.17 x 4.55 mm
Megapixel 16 MP
Technical Details
Image Processor DIGIC 4+
Other Features
PictBridge Yes
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
USB 2.0 (Mini USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Connector Mini-USB
USB Connector Type B
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 230 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 ImageBrowser EX
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 22.1 mm
Height 54.3 mm
Weight 127 g
Width 95.2 mm
System Requirements
Mac Operating Systems Supported Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows Operating Systems Supported Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Window
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 4608 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480, 4608 x 2592
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 10 - 90 %