Canon
Marketing (M) Sdn. Bhd. is pleased to announce the latest digital camera to join
its PowerShot lineup, the PowerShot Pro90 IS digital still camera. This is Canon's
first digital camera to incorporate a built-in 10x zoom lens with optical Image Stabilization.
The PowerShot Pro90 IS is the latest example of Canon's ongoing commitment to provide
consumers with high-quality, easy-to-use products by combining its expertise in camera
and lens design with advanced digital imaging technology.
The new Pro90 IS tops Canon's current lineup of PowerShot-series cameras. In addition
to its 10x zoom lens with image stabilization, it incorporates a multitude of advanced
features including 12 EOS system-based picture-taking modes; wide exposure sensitivity
(equivalent to ISO 50-400); several manual settings; and movie recording and playback
with audio. Other advanced features include a highly ergonomic handgrip plus a variable-angle
LCD monitor for easier handling and greater shooting flexibility; full compatibility
with Type I and II CompactFlash memory cards, including high-capacity IBM® microdrives;
optional accessories including supplementary lenses and a hot shoe for EX-series
Speedlites; and a comprehensive software bundle for Mac and PC.
Additional camera features include shutter speeds from 8 seconds to 1/1000 second;
an iris diaphragm; built-in flash with five control modes; an eye-level electronic
viewfinder with dioptric correction; a wireless remote controller; and a high-capacity
lithium-ion battery that can be recharged in the camera.
The Canon PowerShot Pro90 IS also offers numerous advanced digital features including
a 1/1.8-inch, 3.34 million pixel CCD (2.6 megapixels recorded); high-speed plug-and-play
USB data transfer plus optional RS-232C serial interface; switchable video output
format (NTSC/PAL); and a wide selection of image quality settings including JPEG
and RAW as well as adjustments for contrast, sharpness and color saturation.