canon powershot sx230hs 12 mp digital camera with hs system and digic 4 image processor black
experience the power . canon s hs system with a 12.1 megapixel cmos and digic 4 image processor improves shooting in low-light situations without the need for a flash and lowers noise levels at higher iso settings . the canon hs system takes the frustration out of low light shooting . the system delivers clear blur-free shots with all the ambiance intact and frees you from the sometimes unwanted effects of using the flash . beautiful low light shots are possible at both low and high iso speeds and the dynamic range is expanded to retain maximum detail in highlight and shadow areas . the system is the result of two technologies brought together in a compact powershot . the first is the 12.1 megapixel cmos sensor which positions the light-receiving surface for optimal light reception . more light means clearer blur-free images with plenty of detail and nuance even in dark areas . working together with the cmos sensor to deliver the hs system is canon s advanced digic 4 image processor which actively reduces noise and delivers high speed image processing . memorable moments in spectacular full hd . full 1080p hd video for exceptional quality with stereo sound plus a dedicated movie button for easy access . zoom optically while shooting video and keep footage stabilized with dynamic is . experiencing the brilliance of full 1080p hd video in a canon powershot elph digital camera has never been easier . with the convenient dedicated movie button you ll be able to instantly record everyday moments in amazing life-like realism at a push of a button . you can also operate the optical zoom while shooting video so you can get in close but don t worry about shaky footage because dynamic is will help keep your videos steady the ideal travel companion . remember where you were and when your pictures were taken with a gps tracker that records your location and a logger lets you view the locations on a map via canon s software . the new powershot sx230 hs digital camera is the first powershot digital camera to come equipped with global positioning system gps technology . now you can travel the world and let the camera automatically record the locations and local times of your stills and videos for you to vividly remember time and time again you can also maximize the usefulness of this gps technology by using the special bundled map utility software that makes sharing the memories of your worldly adventures very fun . besides displaying all your photos locations on a world map the sx230 hs digital camera s gps system can also track your route from photo to photo a great way to visualize how much you ve traveled during a particular trip you can also create and share custom maps like a personal mini-travel guide with friends and family members to give them ideas on what to see and do when they visit a particular destination . in certain countries and regions the use of gps may be restricted . therefore be sure to use gps in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country or region . be particularly careful when traveling outside your home country . as a signal is received from gps satellites take sufficient measures when using in locations where the use of electronics is regulated . this software uses google map for displaying maps . incredible zooming power . powerful 14x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer and a 28mm wide-angle lens . great overall zoom for a family vacation to your favorite tourist destination . a powerful 14x optical zoom with optical image stabilizer and a 28mm wide-angle lens provides a wide range of shooting possibilities that are great for traveling and everyday photography . the versatile 14x optical zoom will let you get the shot you want whether it s a close-up or a subject that s far away . an ultra wide lens will let you photograph large groups beautiful landscape and tall buildings while the optical image stabilizer will help keep images steady and clear . advanced smart auto for stills and videos that shine . smart auto intelligently selects the proper settings for the camera based on 32 predefined shooting situations . the powershot sx230 hs digital camera takes the quality of your still images and videos to a whole new level - automatically . the camera s advanced smart auto system detects a wealth of information about the scene you re shooting then automatically selects the optimal settings for you . now with an expanded range of 32 shooting scenarios the camera handles a wide variety of situations freeing you up to concentrate on composing your shot and capturing the moment you re looking for . from portraits to landscapes to action scenes the powershot sx230 hs digital camera has you covered whether you re shooting stills or videos . smart auto the camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity . p program access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically . av aperture-priority you define the aperture to either isolate your subject or have clarity throughout the entire picture and the camera will choose the corresponding shutter speed . tv shutter-priority you select the shutter speed to stop or blur action and the camera finds the appropriate aperture . with slow exposure times canon s noise reduction system activates to ensure low image noise . movie digest mode records a video clip before capturing a still image and then combines one day s worth of clips into a video . portrait the camera sets a large aperture focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject pop . kids amp pets reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects so you won t miss those special shots . smart shutter the camera automatically takes the photo when people smile wink or get into frame . high-speed burst the camera shoots continuously at a high speed of approx. 8.2 fps while you hold down the shutter . best image selection the camera takes five photos in succession and then chooses the best one out of the bunch . handheld night scene suppresses image blur even without the help of a tripod . low light for high quality image capture in an amazing range of dimly-lit situations . fisheye effect add a classic photo distortion without a fisheye lens . miniature effect for movies amp stills emphasizes perspective for a miniature effect by blurring upper and bottom portions of videos and stills . toy camera effect simulates photos taken with toy or pinhole cameras darkening the image at the edges to create a vignette effect . creative light effect transform background bright spots to stars hearts music motes and more . monochrome choose from three single-tone effects black-and-white sepia or blue . super vivid super vivid intensifies existing hues saturating the scene with bright colors . poster effect poster effect combines several similar shades into one color turning subtle gradations into eye-catching scene-popping contrasts . color accent choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome . color swap select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects . beach get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces . foliage capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage greenery and blossoms . snow shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint . fireworks grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks . stitch assist build awe-inspiring panoramas by neatly aligning sequential images . movie shoot in full hd 1920 x 1080 at 24 fps for up to 14 min . and 34 sec . or 4gb per clip . shoot in hd 1280 x 720 at 30 fps for up to 20 min and 43 sec . or 4gb per clip . shoot in vga 640 x 480 at 30 fps for up to 43 min . and 43 sec . or 4gb per clip and qvga 320 x 240 at 30 fps for up to 1 hour 58 min . and 19 sec . or 4gb per clip . also shoot in iframe movie format 1280 x 720 at 30 fps for up to 13 min . and 35 sec . or 4gb per clip . super slow motion movie record your clips in high speed approx. 240fps and then watch your videos in slow motion . actual results may vary from examples shown above . final image may vary depending on picture composition . easily turn your memories into videos . movie digest mode records a short video clip right before shooting a still image and then combines one day s worth of clips into one video . putting together a video containing highlights from family vacations important occasions and other special events is now easier than you might imagine . using the movie digest mode you can have the camera automatically record a short video clip up to approximately 4 seconds every time you shoot a still image . the camera will then combine an entire day s worth of clips into a single video . no editing required movie digest mode does all the work so you can sit back and enjoy your video add some fun to your photos new scene modes toy camera effect and monochrome add an artistic look to your photos . add some vintage nostalgia with toy camera effect . toy camera effect recreates this look by darkening the edges to make them appear as if they were photographed through a pinhole lens and adding contrast . monochrome lets you sway away from the usual black amp white combination . now you can choose from three single-toned effects black amp white sepia or blue to really give your photos the effect you re looking for . see the image on a big screen . large bright 3.0-inch wide purecolor system lcd with high resolution and wide viewing angle . the powershot sx230 hs digital camera s high resolution 461 000 dots 3.0-inch wide purecolor system lcd gives you the big picture whether you re shooting reviewing or showing off your images . this high-resolution screen offers a crisp clear picture to make shooting playback and using the camera s menu functions especially convenient . clear and bright it features night display for easy viewing in low light . 3.0-inch with purecolor system lcd screen