Canon PowerShot SX230 HS compactcamera 14x zoom

The new PowerShot SX230 HS is the first Canon digital camera equipped with a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) antenna, which enables the camera to automatically receive GPS satellite signals and record the information on Exif data.

In addition to a wide-angle 28 mm*1 14x optical zoom lens, the SX230 HS features the HS System, which combines a low-noise, high-sensitivity 12.1-megapixel CMOS sensor and Canon's high-performance DIGIC 4 image processor to realize exceptional imaging results with minimal blur and reduced noise even when shooting in low-light conditions without using a flash or tripod.

The new PowerShot SX230 HS makes possible the recording of impressive Full HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) video at 24 frames per second (fps) with high-quality stereo sound, and allows users to take advantage of the 14x optical zoom during movie shooting.

The model offers Canon's Smart Auto feature, which newly includes Advanced Subject Detection, making possible the automatic detection and tracking of non-human subjects, such as pets and vehicles. The feature ensures that such subjects remain in focus with the proper exposure within the frame. Furthermore, with the addition of four new scenes, the camera now incorporates a total of 32 specially defined shooting scenes, determining the ideal settings to realize high quality shots of any subject regardless of the lighting conditions.

The new Canon PowerShot SX230 HS sports a refined alumite finish and is available in three color variations: black, red and blue.

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