Canon Releases PowerShot SD4000 IS (IXUS 300HS)

Canon has released the PowerShot SD4000 IS (IXUS 300HS in Europe) ultra-compact camera. It features the company's new 'HS' system that promises better low-light performance and high-speed photography through a combination of a 10MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 processor. It sports a 28-105mm equivalent f/2.0-5.3 stabilized zoom lens (much like that seen on the S90), 3 inch LCD and P/A/S/M shooting modes. The camera also features a Super Slow Motion movie mode that records 340x240 movies at 240fps, as well as 720p HD movies capture.

High speed, high impact – Canon delivers performance
and style with the stunning new IXUS 300 HS

Canon today bolsters its luxury IXUS range with the launch of the incredible new IXUS 300 HS – a stylish and powerful premium compact digital camera capable of capturing outstanding stills and High Definition (HD) video. Available in blasted steel silver, matt black or glossy white*1 finishes, the new model offers a supercharged combination of speed, usability and creative control – making it perfect for those who wish to make a statement with the technology they own.

The IXUS 300 HS is the first model to feature Canon’s new HS System, combining a high-sensitivity 10.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor with fast DIGIC 4 processing for enhanced low light performance and high-speed shooting.

A bright, f/2.0 wide-angle lens provides the ability to use faster shutter speeds and make subjects stand out by creatively blurring the background, while a range of manual settings offer a new level of artistic flexibility to IXUS users who wish to explore, and develop, their photographic skills.

IXUS 300 HS key features:

• High performance IXUS in a stunning stainless steel body
• 10.0 Megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS
• Bright f/2.0, 28mm, 3.8x genuine Canon lens with optical Image Stabilizer
• HS System with DIGIC 4 for fast shooting and low noise in low light
• 240 fps Super Slow Motion Movie. High-speed Burst: 8.4 shots/sec*5
• Wide 7.5 cm (3.0") PureColor II G LCD with enhanced strength and visibility
• Smart Auto and Smart Flash Exposure for great photos in all situations
• HD movies (720p) with optical zoom, stereo sound and HDMI
• Creative shooting with P, Av and Tv modes, Low Light, Fish-eye and Miniature Effect
• Smart Shutter with Smile, Wink Self-Timer and FaceSelf-Timer

The IXUS 300 HS is compatible with a range of IXUS accessories including flash units, and a soft leather case is also available to complement and protect the unique design.