Canon IXUS 285 HS A Digital Camera
Design and Build
The Canon IXUS 285 HS A is an ultra-slim, stylish, and lightweight digital camera designed for portability. Its sleek metal body makes it easy to slip into a pocket or bag, ensuring you can carry it anywhere without hassle.
Lens and Zoom
Equipped with a versatile 25mm ultra-wide lens and a 12x optical zoom (expandable to 24x ZoomPlus), the IXUS 285 HS enables users to capture both sweeping landscapes and detailed close-ups with exceptional clarity. Optical Image Stabilisation ensures steady shots even at high zoom levels.
Image Quality
Featuring a 20.2 MP CMOS sensor and Canon’s DIGIC 4+ processor, the camera delivers sharp, vibrant images in various lighting conditions. The HS System enhances low-light performance, reducing noise and preserving detail.
Video Recording
The IXUS 285 HS supports Full HD (1080p) video recording, enabling users to capture smooth, high-quality movies. Intelligent Image Stabilisation ensures steady footage, even when shooting handheld.
Connectivity
Sharing is made simple with built-in Wi-Fi and NFC. Users can quickly transfer photos and videos to smartphones or tablets, or upload directly to social media platforms. Remote shooting via the Canon Camera Connect app adds convenience.
Ease of Use
The camera features a 3.0-inch LCD screen for easy framing and playback. Smart Auto mode intelligently selects the best settings from 32 predefined scenes, making it beginner-friendly while still offering creative options for advanced users.
Conclusion
The Canon IXUS 285 HS is a compact yet powerful digital camera option for those seeking portability without compromising on performance. With its stylish design, versatile zoom lens, excellent image quality, and seamless connectivity, it is ideal for everyday photography and travel. Whether capturing landscapes, portraits, or videos, the IXUS 285 HS delivers reliable results in a pocket-sized package.
Canon IXUS 285 HS A Digital Camera Specs
| Imaging Processor |
DIGIC 4+ |
| Image Sensor |
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| Camera Effective Pixels |
20.2 megapixel (aspect ratio: 4:3) |
| Sensor Size |
1/2.3 type |
| Lens |
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| Focal Length |
12x zoom: |
4.5 (W) - 54.0 (T) mm
35mm film equivalent: 25 (W) - 300 (T) mm |
| Focusing Range |
1cm - infinity (W), 1.0m (3.3ft) - infinity (T) |
| Macro: |
1 – 50cm (W) |
| Image Stabilizer (IS) System |
Lens-shift type |
| LCD Monitor |
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| Type |
7.62 cm type |
| Effective Pixels |
A461 000 dots |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| Focus |
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| Control System |
Autofocus: Continuous, Servo AF |
| AF Frame |
Face AiAF, Tracking AF, Center |
| Metering System |
Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot |
| ISO Speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) |
AUTO, ISO 80 – ISO1600
1-stop increments |
| Shutter Speed |
1 - 1/2 000s
15 - 1s (in Long Shutter mode) |
| Aperture |
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| Type |
Circular diaphragm |
| f/number |
f/3.6 - f/10.0 (W), f/7.0 - f/20.0 (T) |
| Flash |
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| Modes |
Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off |
| Range |
50cm – 4.0m (W), 1.0m - 2.0m (T) (1.6 – 13 ft (W), 3.3 – 6.6 ft (T)) |
| Hotshoe |
- |
| Shooting Specifications |
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| Shooting Modes |
AUTO, Hybrid Auto, Creative Shot, P, Portrait, Smart Shutter, High-Speed Burst, Handheld Night Scene, Low Light, Fish-eye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Snow, Fireworks, Long Shutter
Smile, Wink Self-Timer, Face Self-timer
Shooting movies is possible with the movie button |
| Continuous shooting (AUTO, P Mode) |
2.5 shots/s (In AUTO, P mode)
7.2 shots/s (In High-Speed Burst mode) |
| Recording Specifications |
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| Number of Recording Pixels |
Still Images: (4:3) |
4:3
Approx. Large: 5 184 x 3 888
Approx. Medium 1: 3 648 x 2 736
Approx. Medium 2: 2 048 x 1 536
Approx. Medium: 2 592 x 1 944
Approx. Small: 640 x 480 |
| Aspect Ratio: |
16:9 / 3:2 / 4:3 / 1:1 |
| Movies: |
1 920 x 1 080 / 1 280 x 720 / 640 x 480 |
| Power Supply |
Battery Pack NB-11LH |
| Number of Shots (CIPA compliant) |
180 images |
| Number of Shots (Eco Mode) |
265 images |
| Movie Recording Time (Actual usage time) |
40min |
| Dimensions (CIPA compliant) |
99.6 x 58.0 x 22.8mm (9.96 x 5.80 x 2.28 cm) |
| Weight (CIPA compliant) |
130g (4.59oz) |
| Other Features |
Wi-Fi, NFC |
