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Into Canon PowerShot consolidates its successful series with the introduction of the PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120, two new compact cameras that demonstrate the expertise of Canon’s exclusive image processing and optical design

Into Built to offer an exciting new level of image quality and performance in the range of compact prosumer Canon, both models boast an impressive speed and responsiveness.

Into Their heart is the new Canon DIGIC image processor 6, a powerful processor that allows you to get great images.

Into The sheer power of DIGIC 6 will extend the photographic experience and capture breathtaking images in a large variety of complex situations. HS System combines Canon’s DIGIC 6 and a type 1/1.7 CMOS sensor 12.1-megapixel high-sensitivity, to offer images with a wider dynamic range, low noise and high level of detail even in low light conditions, thanks to a sensitivity up to ISO 12,800.

Into offering more speed and performance, both cameras are equipped with click and run fast and responsive, with a burst of continuous shooting up to about 9 fps.

Into The photographers can also take advantage of an effective improvement in auto focus speed: PowerShot G16 is now 41% faster than its predecessor, the PowerShot G15, while the speed of AF PowerShot S120 is 50% faster than the previous model , the PowerShot S110. As surprising as G15 and PowerShot S110 had already significantly faster than their previous models S and G.

Into PowerShot G16

PowerShot G16 is equipped with a Canon lens super bright (f / 1.8-2.8), developed using high refractive glass and equipped with a reflective coating multiple exclusive, designed to handle specific wavelengths of light at the nanoscale.

Into Its 5x Optical Zoom offers incredible versatility with an aperture of f / 1.8 to 28mm wide-angle focal length and an aperture of f / 2.8 at the maximum focal length of 140 mm. This gives photographers the freedom to shoot in low-light conditions, using fast shutter speeds to freeze the movements even when using the optical zoom at maximum focal length.

Into Characterized by the typical style PowerShot G series G16 offers a range of manual controls and excellent handling for daily use, its lightweight aluminum body and sturdy makes it the ideal complement to a digital SLR.

Into Designed to be used quickly with one hand, the camera has a control dial on two levels, a dedicated video button, a customizable front wheel, a rear ring and a shortcut key, which makes it fast and simple l ‘access and adjustment of camera settings between shots and the other. In addition, the PowerShot G16 is the first G-series model to be equipped with wireless connectivity.

Into The PowerShot G-series cameras are often chosen by experienced photographers. A recent survey conducted on the site Canon Professional Network has revealed that anyone who owns a G-series camera, for 83% uses it for personal photographs and 53% for business purposes.

Into This result highlights the confidence that professional photographers have in the G-series, using it as an auxiliary camera in their daily work, but also to capture their private moments.

Into PowerShot S120

Into PowerShot S120 is the thinnest camera in the world and the first model of the S series to mount a lens f / 1.8 ³ . A 5x optical zoom ultra-wide 24mm f / 1.8 provides the flexibility to acquire a wide variety of subjects. The lens delivers sharp images even in low light conditions, thanks to its wide opening.

Into The ultra-wide-angle 24 mm is ideal for capturing wide landscapes, while the versatility of the 5x zoom makes it easier to approach the subject, and in combination with the range of aperture, allows you to take in all light conditions.

Into S120 provides a range of manual controls, demonstrating the perfect balance between size and outstanding image quality. Images can be shared directly to portable devices and social networks via the Wi-Fi settings and main settings can be adjusted in various ways, through the dedicated control buttons, the LCD touchscreen 7.5 cm (3.0 “) or by means of the control ring on the lens, typical of the series S. All this gives you full control by the photographer.

Into creative flexibility with manual control

Into Offering levels of control similar to SLR Canon EOS, both models are designed to allow full manual control of the main exposure settings. The cameras also offer multi-aspect shooting and RAW format for maximum freedom of composition and post-production.

Into The development of two new Creative Filters – Star and Blur Background – as well as the improved capacity HDR, encourage creativity while shooting. Coupled to superb ISO performance in low light, the Star mode with three different presets – Nightscape Star, Star Trails and Star Movies Time-lapse – allows users to photograph a vibrant sky.

Into The new mode Blur Background instantly creates the effect of a shallow depth of field automatically blurring the background, while an improved HDR mode provides maximum freedom being able to hand-held shooting in HDR mode.

Into Clarity with image stabilizer Intelligent IS

Into The famous Canon’s optical image stabilization, counteracts camera shake suppressing the blur in the photographs and the instability in the videos. Intelligent IS automatically detects the shooting situation and applies the mode of choosing the most appropriate image stabilization from seven preset variables.

Into Both models are equipped with an advanced mode Dynamic IS that operates on five axes reducing the typical movement of the camera that typically occurs when movies are recorded while walking, or you are on a moving vehicle.

Into Always connected

Into Operation Wi-Fi Canon available on both models means that images can be shared by uploading wirelessly directly on social networks when you are connected to the Internet, or through portable devices like smartphones and tablets.

Into The cameras also support encoding using GPS mobile device, allowing you to add location data to the shots, using the dedicated application of Canon smartphone or tablet.

Into The new safeguards Image Sync conveniently images more valuable. Users can select and send images via Wi-Fi using Image Sync, which intelligently determines the best method of image backup, either through the cloud storage online ⁴ is recorded on a PC, and sync automatically.

Into Full HD movies

Into PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120 support the format Full HD (1920 x 1080) 60p for video recording with stereo sound, perfect for capturing high quality creative video. With both cameras, optical zoom can be used while shooting, while Continuous AF ensures subjects always in focus.

Into PowerShot G16 features Fine Detail Processing Movie and advanced noise reduction at 60p for shooting movies even in difficult lighting conditions. Users can also manually focus before shooting with manual focus Focus Peaking that highlights areas of high contrast and facilitate a focus precision.

Into For better compatibility with smartphones and tablets, the PowerShot S120 and PowerShot G16 recorded in MP4 format and movies can easily be transcoded in-camera, compressing the clip size (up to 88% less) for a quick and easy sharing .

Into PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120 will be on sale from the end of September 2013 respectively at the suggested retail price of 604 EUR to 494 EUR for PowerShot G16 and PowerShot S120.

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Article Author: Nicol Garutti

Into The degree in Communication Sciences and its thesis on the Apple myth reveal the main aspects of my character: the enthusiasm to new things, love for writing and an interest in technology, applied above all to the the field of communications and new media. Born in Ferrara, I moved to Milan to accomplish my goal: write and become a journalist.

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