The Canon Ixus 850IS combines 7.1 megapixels with a 3.8 x optical zoom lens with 28mm wide angle. This camera features face detection mode - auto focus and auto exposure. The Canon Ixus 850IS is a compact camera with ISO to 1600 and Image Stabiliser.

Movie Feature - The Canon Ixus 850 IS allows you to record movies with sound at 30 until the SD card is full.

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FEATURES OF THE CANON IXUS 850 IS
DiG!C III delivers the latest technology in a stylish compact design. Combining Optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology and striking design the 7.1 Megapixel IXUS 850 IS delivers rock steady, high resolution photos and movies. The Canon 3.8x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer, delivers blur free, high resolution photos. Fast performance and industry leading image quality thanks to Canon's DiG!C III processor means you never miss a shot. CANON'S FORMULA FOR AMAZING DIGITAL PHOTOS
- High resolution 7.1 Megapixel CCD delivers photo quality prints up to A3 size.
- Fully retractable Canon Ixus 850 3.8x optical zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer.
- 28mm wide shooting.
- High speed start-up, fast autofocus, smooth continuous shooting, and superior image quality thanks to the revolutionary new DiG!C III Imaging Processor.
- DiG!C III delivers Face Detect technology for perfect focus and exposure when photographing family and friends.
SOPHISTICATED DESIGN. ADVANCED FEATURES.
- Huge 2.5 inch high resolution LCD for easy review of photos and movie files.
- Perfect for parties, ISO 1600 and face detect makes people shots in low light conditions easy.
- Aquarium mode for great results when shooting through glass.
- Safety zoom enables use of digital zoom while maintaining image quality.
- The Ixus 850 supports SDHC (High capacity SD cards)
STRIKING PHOTOS.
- The Ixus 850 has auto and manual shooting modes, including a range pre-set scene modes customised for Portrait, Digital Macro, Night Snapshot, Kids & Pets, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater, Colour Accent, Colour Swap and Stitch Assist.
- Selectable sensitivity from ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600 - like having different ISO film loaded at once.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES FOR THE IXUS 850 IS
- Metallic Neck Strap
- Waterproof Case WP-DC9 (40m)
- AV Cable AVC-DC300
- Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
- AC Adaptor Kit ACK-DC30 (contains compact Power Adaptor CA-DC10 and DC Coupler DR-30)
- Battery Charger CB-2LXE
- Battery Pack NB-5L
- High Power Flash HF-DC1
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