Canon SX280 HS and SX270 HS: The debut of the DIGIC 6 - Dphoto

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There are two compact digital cameras (pocket) are particularly suitable for travel photos the new Canon SX280 HS and SX270 HS , the strong n egg DIGIC image processor 6 , which curiously makes his debut on a Canon compact camera, and a 20x zoom, 25-500 mm equivalent, with stabilizer IS (up to 4 stops of income reported) .
More powerful than the previous ones, the Canon DIGIC processor 6 promises video Full HD in MP4 format ultra-fluid up to 60 fps and better pictures even in low light conditions. Canon says that the gain in terms of detail, is about 30% compared to previous models. The noise level is also significantly lower.

The Canon PowerShot SX280 HS also offers integrated Wi-Fi for instant connectivity with other devices such as tablet, smartphone or PC , or for a quick back-up online or by sending in a Canon printer compatib le.

On both machines a sensor high-sensitivity CMOS 12.1 megapixel and a PureColor LCD II G 3 inches with a resolution of 461,000 dots. A layer of tempered glass provides greater strength and protection. The high contrast is combined with the Quick Bright technology for optimal playback of video in full sun.

The range of sensitivity reaches ISO 6400.

On board the Canon PowerShot SX280 HS is also the GPS, which “Tag it” (flag) each image (or movie) with the local time and the location where it was taken. The built-in GPS logger function sets the position of the camera at regular intervals during a trip to trace the path with the Map Utility software, while the A-GPS functionality uses Wi-Fi to download GPS data more quickly, significantly reducing the time necessary to capture the satellite signal.

The transition from image mode to the video – with Full HD 1920x1080p at 60fps and stereo sound – is immediate thanks to the dedicated button. E ‘available technology Movie Fine Detail Processing (30 fps), which offers more detail.
The 20x optical zoom is used with movies, as well as the latest version of the stabilizer Intelligent IS, which features the Advanced Mode Dynamic IS: employs an image stabilizer that compensates for the five axes different types of camera shake, including those with a twisting motion and parallel, typical of the shooting while walking.

The Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and SX270 HS are essentially automatic cameras. Canon’s Smart Auto mode controls everything (detects up to 58 different scenes) and thus allows even novice photographers to take good pictures. For more experts there is a range of more advanced modes, including TV and AV mode to control the shutter speed and the aperture, or fully manual mode for complete control of the camera.

If set, the new feature Hybrid Auto records the four seconds before every shot with a 720p resolution. At the end of each day, four-second clips are merged into a single movie that tells the “behind the scenes” of the images of the day.
The photos can also be transformed using one of the seven creative filters (Soft Focus, Fish-eye, Miniature Effect, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Toy Camera Effect and Monochrome).

The new PowerShot measuring 106 x 63 x 33 mm and have a weight of about 233 grams. Autonomy declared lithium battery NB-6L is about 210 shots per charge.

The Canon SX280 HS and SX270 HS will be on sale from April 2013 to Price the suggested to the public, respectively, 360 Euros and 330 Euros including VAT. Among the optional underwater case dedicated waterproof up to 40 meters deep.