Canon launch IXUS 1000 HS digital camera to mark ten years of the range: Official pics

Canon are today launching the IXUS 1000 HS digital camera to mark ten years of their popular IXUS compact range.

The first in the line to offer both a 10x optical zoom and 1080p video recording abilities, Canon claim it is the slimmest camera of its kind and their most advanced IXUS model thus far.

The IXUS 1000 HS features a 10MP CMOS sensor with optical image stabilising courtesy of the Canon DIGIC 4 processor. ISO speeds max out at 3200 at the highest resolutions, but can reach ISO 6400 when dropping to 2.5 megapixels.

Elsewhere are a host of auto-settings, including Smart Auto and Best Image Selection, and novelty modes like a Fish-eye lens effect and miniature modes.

The IXUS 1000 HS’s key features according to Canon are:

10x optical zoom with IS
Compact, stylish metal body
HS System with 10.0 MP CMOS
Full HD movies. Dynamic IS
7.6 cm (3.0″) PureColor II G LCD
Super Slow Motion Movie
Smart Auto and Smart FE
Shooting modes. Best Image Selection
Wink Self-Timer
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Scroll down for some more images of the IXUS 1000 HS range.