Sleek and formidable; a masterpiece of high-tech miniaturization. The tiny 4.0 Megapixel Digital IXUS 40 is a seductive blend of extraordinary power, flawless styling and super... more
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etc.With the provided adapters you can also use this memory card in devices with SD slots, e.g. in digital cameras.As a rule you will also not need a card reader to read and write on this card on your PC or notebook/laptop, as most devices of this type have an SD Slot.
etc.With the provided adapters you can also use this memory card in devices with SD slots, e.g. in digital cameras.As a rule you will also not need a card reader to read and write on this card on your PC or notebook/laptop, as most devices of this type have an SD Slot.
case is made from high quality tough fabric and has excellent padding to protect your camera against those scrapes and drops that inevitably happen. It is the perfect case for today's digital camera. The case also has a secure belt loop at the rear of. As well as this the case also has an additional internal pocket for spare memory cards.
A review by susancarter on Canon Digital IXUS 40 February 15th, 2006
Author's product rating:
Picture Quality
Excellent
Range & Quality of Features
Diverse
Ease of Use
Very Easy
Durability
Good
Overall Look & Design
Good
Value for Money
Excellent
Advantages:
Small, light, easy to use, great pictures, cheap printing
Disadvantages:
Low battery warning doesn't give much time
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
Introduction ========== I'd been thinking about a digital camera for quite some time now but always thought it was too expensive. It was only when a friend took our wedding photos with his digital camera that I realised how wrong I was. The cost per print is far less than traditional film and because you choose what to print, you don't waste loads of money printing rubbish. You end up with fewer, better quality photos because you can see whether the photo has "come out" straight away. I was always taking duplicate photos "just in case" and getting double prints when the film was developed because the cost of reprints was so high. Now I can get as many copies of my best photos for just 10p/print and I'm not spending a fortune on dud photos.
My brother had just bought the Ixus 30 and recommended it as decent quality and easy to use. I decided to go for the Ixus 40 as this was exactly the same but with more mega pixels (4 rather than 3) which gives greater scope for photo enlargement. The basic features we (my technophobe husband and I) were looking for were: decent number of mega pixels; reasonable optical zoom; decent LCD screen; and nothing too expensive. At £140 the Ixus 40 met the bill.
The Package =========== Along with the camera, the box contains: - Wrist strap - Camera to PC USB cable - Audio-Video cable - One camera battery - Cover for battery - Battery charger - Software CD-ROMs - Instruction Manual - Direct print instructions - Quick start guide - Small (16MB) memory card
The memory card is basically enough to get started until you buy a larger one of your choice. It seems to be fairly standard that cameras only come with a small memory card (I guess then you can buy one according to your budget and requirements) but I've found the one supplied is a useful backup for when our main memory card is full and I don't have time to transfer the photos to the computer.
Size and Weight ============= The camera measures approximately 8.4 x 5.3 x 1.9 cm (width x height x depth) and with the battery it weighs just over 150g. This makes it pretty handy for taking photos on the move as no one wants to be lugging a huge brick about. It means you are more likely to have it handy for that unexpected photo opportunity.
Batteries ======= We have only recharged the battery about four times so I can't make detailed judgements on the battery life yet although it seems to last a good length of time. I would expect the battery to last for a whole day out taking lots of pictures. The manual says… Charging takes 90 mins which is pretty decent however, the main problem is that the amount of battery life left when the low battery warning comes on is very short. I would therefore say it is probably a good idea to buy a second battery so that a fully charged spare is always to hand.
Main Features =========== - Three levels of photo quality ("superfine" for photos that you want enlarge/zoom without losing resolution through to "normal" which provides decent 6"x4" photos and takes up much less memory.
- Various shooting modes (auto, manual, portrait, digital macro, might snapshot, kids&pets, indoor, and underwater). We tend to just use "auto" because we're lazy and don't want to work out all the settings to take the best photo but we have used the digital macro to take close ups of my engagement ring. My husband also tested it out on geranium flowers and you could zoom right in and see the pollen grains, stamen, etc.
- Continuous capture mode
- Timer (useful if you want to be in the photo or if you want the camera to be perfectly still when it takes the photo).
- Auto standby mode (saves battery)
- In auto mode, you can effectively "point and shoot"
- Quick start up (you can turn it on and take a picture in 3 seconds)
- 2" LCD viewfinder (also has a standard manual viewfinder)
- Automatic focussing
- Combined optical and digital zoom of up to 11x (I'd say this along with the fact you can instantly review your pictures is one of the best features)
- 30 frame per second video recorder (isn't amazing quality but fun if you don't have a video camera)
- "Direct print" with compatible printers; ours isn't so we haven't tried this.
General photo taking ================ For most photos, as I've said, we just use the "auto" setting. There are buttons for switching the flash between on, red-eye reduction and off and for switching between normal, timer and continuous photo mode so you can change quickly without having to go through the menus. The only time my photos don't really come out too well is when I do close ups with the flash but they are usually fine when I turn the flash off and make sure they are well lit instead. The zoom toggle switch is pretty standard so the camera is pretty good for all standard photo taking.
Instruction Manual ============== The instruction manual is quite comprehensive. I read a small amount to get me started (mainly about the physical things like battery, memory card, where all the buttons are etc.) but found that once I knew a few features, it was easiest to just work out the rest. Most of it seems to be self explanatory although I do use the manual from time to time (for example today I used it to find out how to work the continuous shooting mode) to check things.
Ease of Use ========== My technophobe husband managed to learn how to use the camera fairly quickly without much reference to the instructions and now spends ages just taking photos for fun as opposed to taking photos he wants to print and keep which I think is a good indicator that it is fairly easy to use.
As I said before, it is a small, lightweight camera which means it is convenient to carry in a coat pocket. The LCD screen is a good size and gives a very good indication of how the photo has come. Unfortunately it doesn't come with a carrying case but we just keep it in a large coin purse.
The menus are easy to navigate - this is a camera you can just pick up and take pictures with
The button to operate the camera is in a standard location on the top in one corner. Pressing half way shows you what the camera is focussing on which can be helpful. It also beeps to tell you if it cannot focus and when the flash isn't on that it is too dim.
There are effects available such as "vivid", sepia and black&white but to be honest, there's not really much point as one can just as easily take them all with standard colours and then edit them on the computer afterwards.
Uploading photos to computer ======================= The camera comes supplied with a USB cable and uploading is fairly quick and easy. The first time I uploaded it took me through a "wizard" which set up all the settings for transferring photos. I bought a memory card immediately - the camera can hold a lot of images, but memory cards are cheap these days so it never hurts to have more storage.
Available Accessories ================= There are additional accessories available to buy from Canon including - rechargeable batteries - battery charger - "all weather" (waterproof) case - needed for underwater photos in conjunction with underwater mode - memory cards.
Negatives ======== There are only two negatives I can think of: Firstly, it does not come with a camera case (although this seems to be standard for digital cameras). Secondly, we have been caught out by the battery running flat as it does not give much advance warning before it runs out. Other than that it is brilliant.
Conclusion ========= I would say that this camera gives pretty decent value and gives good quality photos for the average person. It has good specifications and a large range of features which makes it a very good deal. Overall I'd recommend it to anybody except for professionals (who wouldn't be asking my opinion anyway). If you want a small, low cost, decent quality camera it is worth looking at. It's easy to use, you can take it anywhere and the picture quality is excellent. I look forward to buying the Ixus 2000 in ten years time!
Advantages: Brilliant shots, tiny, fast and stylish (steel)! Excellent movie and long-exposure modes. Disadvantages: Images a little noisy. Included software bloated (but ignorable).
...is, brilliant, with the typical Canon colour quality. The camera is clearly geared towards beginners and experienced photographers who want to take good, clean, quick shots. It has very good presets for lots of image modes (indoor, outdoor etc.), as well as macro modes and can even support long exposures up to 15 seconds. For the experienced photographer, just about anything worth tweaking can be tweaked, from ISO rating to exposure. Do not use this ... ...them. That's what professional cameras are for. This camera is perfect for quick snapping and casual use (parties, holidays, children, parents etc.).
The movie-mode is the best movie-mode I've ever seen for a camera - it can do 640x480@30fps, and 320x240@60fps (amongst others), along with sound, and will record until it fills the memory card. The 60fps mode is rather fun since you can then slow it down using third-party video editing software for ...
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Advantages: Good size, high quality image, range of features Disadvantages: No case
I brought this digital camera at Xmas last year, and it has not even started to lose it's appeal yet!!
It is a small, asthetically pleasing camera; metallic grey, that comfortably fits into any pocket, and also includes a wrist strap, to ensure it cannot be stolen or lost. It is extremely light
At 4.0 Mega Pixels, there is more than enough picture quality in my opinion to take any picture imaginable, although because of the lens quality and other ... ...than a few other 4.0 MP cameras out there on the market. Memory cards for it are also relatively cheap, when considering the quality of the image being taken.
A simple slide-across button can transport you between take picture/take video/slideshow, and the menu button takes you straight to a main menu including picture settings for example, and even a menu for you adjust items such as a start up picture.
The buttons concerning options such as the ...
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...but i didn't think "oh canon are rubbish, look how easily that broke", i was amazed at how little amount of damage there was to it after what was a rather devastating tumble. First of all the camera's looks, it really is tiny for the spec, it is very slim and minimalist. The buttons are well laid out and are labelled sensibly, making the camera easy to get to grips with. In terms of ease of use, the camera is excellent. For the basic user it really ... ...tag is also excellent, I picked mine up 6 months ago for aboyt 200 quid and even at that price it was a steal. I really recommend this camera, canon make excellent cameras and this is no exception, paired with a canon printer you cannot lose, thoroughly recommended, for anyone. ...
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Advantages: Compact, easy to use, automatic and manual functions, lightweight, quality pictures Disadvantages: Not good for zooming in for macro photos
...It also comes with the Canon Zoombrowser software disc and cable which allows you to download your pictures from the camera straight onto your computer. Once the programme has been installed onto the computer - which is as simple as following the instructions on the screen, the photo's are downloaded automatically as soon as the camera and the computer are connected to each other. The software is very user friendly.
The manual functions on the camera ... ...use for those photographs that will take a little while to set up and that use filters and different lenses. For the money, the Canon Ixus compact range is excellent and is everything you need to take fantastic photo's with only a little knowledge of the process. ...
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Advantages: Excellent lense quality with a small, sexy design Disadvantages: no viewfinder
...have been using and selling canon cameras now for more than 6 years, and I have to say this is my favourite ixus model to date. One of the smallest cameras in its class, it can turn heads with its looks and its results. Much improved on the older version, this model has 4 mega pixels, which is more than enough for A4 printing and smaller. A large LCD screen on this camera makes it much easier to compose and review your shots. This model comes with ... ...will not find a bigger zoom in such a small design. All the basic features which you would expect from in this price range but in the smallest, sexiest design I have seen yet. This camera could not be easier to use either, from basic point and shoot, to selecting pre-program modes such as landscape, portrait and macro (close-up). The video mode on this model (which also has sound) is very good quality and can be viewed comfortably on a large screen ...
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Advantages: hi-speed, user-friendly, easy to handle and great pixels Disadvantages: none, not so durable
...It is a trend now to own a digital camera. Maybe 40% of households through out the world own a digital camera. Digital Cameras are really useful to catch memorable moments or for school work.
CanonDigitalIXUS 70 is a gadget for all. It is use-friendly that can be manipulated by users with ease.
Physical:
With its unique design, people will be fascinated. It can also be handled with ease. It is 19.40 mm in thickness. It weighs 125g excluded the card and battery.
Trivia:
CanonDigitalIXUS is the smallest and slimmest digital camera in Canon series.
Pixels:
It offers 7.1 megapixels and 3x zoom lens whoch is equal to 35-105mm, and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
Other features:
It has a red-eye Correction when playback.
Provides Face detection.
Provides Nose Reduction....
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Advantages: Small, powerful, versatile Disadvantages: Not much!
...This is now the second CanonIXUSdigital camera I have now owned, and I cannot recommend this range of cameras enough! The first one was the 4.0megapixel IXUS purchased 3 and half years ago, and I have never had any reliability problems with it. I expect this model to be no different.
In keeping with the character of the IXUS range, the IXUS 900 TI is a great all round camera. It offers up to date and powerful zoom and picture quality features, and has all the other standard settings you would expect of a digital camera. I must admit that I am not the greatest photographer around, and one of the qualities of the Canon is that I almost feel the camera does much of the work for me in turning out great photos!
If you are an experienced and dedicated photographer who requires very high specs and certain features, you would...
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Sleek and formidable; a masterpiece of high-tech miniaturization. The tiny 4.0 Megapixel Digital IXUS 40 is a seductive blend of extraordinary power, flawless styling and super high-speed processing. The 4.0 Megapixel sensor on the Digital IXUS 40 is ideal for prints up to A3 size. One secret behind the super sleek and slim body is a new UA (ultra-high refractive index aspherical) 3x optical zoom lens, which delivers outstanding, uncompromising image fidelity in an incredibly compact size. The large, high-definition 2.0" LCD screen allows immediate review of images and playback of very long high quality 30 fps VGA movie clips with sound (recording of up to 1GB movie files possible). You can even shoot up to 60 sec of fast QVGA action at 60 fps for slow motion review. Canon's DIGIC II processor links all key camera functions and includes a dedicated movie processor, driving fast auto-focus, outstanding camera performance and quick start-up times. Highly complex image processing algorithms necessary to deliver superb image quality are handled fast and efficiently to keep you ready for the next shot and to allow for rapid, smooth continuous shooting. iSAPS instantly analyzes the scene and makes adjustments even before the shutter release is pressed. It optimizes exposure, white balance and auto-focus settings in every shooting situation for consistently brilliant results. Six scene modes help you create great results with confidence in tricky shooting conditions, while a fully automatic 9-point AiAF system gets even off center subjects sharply in focus. Connect the camera to any PictBridge compatible photo printer, push the Print/Share button and within seconds, you'll be holding a full color print - it's that simple. When connected to a Canon SELPHY CP series printer, you can even print handy ID photo prints.
22.11.2006
