Canon IXUS 130 Digital Camera – Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 Inch PureColor LCD
Posted by Notcot on Sep 22, 2010 in Photography |
The ultra-thin, elegant 14.1 Megapixel IXUS 130 is the slimmest wide angle IXUS ever, with no compromise on style or performance. It incorporates all the features you need to take stunning shots and effortlessly create HD movies clips.(P)Combining high image quality with ease of use it has a versatile 28mm wide-angle lens with 4 x optical zoom and optical image stabilisation for blur free images as well as a host of new and improved intelligent Canon technologies.
- Ultra-slim metal IXUS
- 14.1 MP
- 28mm wide 4x zoom. Optical IS
- 6.9 cm (2.7 inch) PureColor II G LCD
- Smart Auto Face Detection. Hints & Tips
Canon IXUS 130 Digital Camera – Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 Inch PureColor LCD
Review by Ronald for Canon IXUS 130 Digital Camera – Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 Inch PureColor LCD
(5 / 5)
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As with all the other positive reviews I don’t have anything extra to add EXCEPT CHOOSING THE CORRECT SDHC CARD for this and any other quality camera using HD video recording. If you wish to make video recordings of a longer duration than 25/35 seconds, make sure you choose an SD card that is a MINIMUM CLASS 4. I recently bought this camera, a case and an 8 gb SD card as advertised by Amazon stating most people purchase it ‘when buying this camera’ (which happens to be a CLASS 2). When my recordings were being cut short to less than half a minute, I scoured the internet to see if anybody else had this problem-and yes they had-but no answers as to why. After scrolling through the Canon literature, in the small print it tells you quite nonchalantly “don’t use an SD card of a lower value than Class 4 or your recording could stop at any given time..” – this quote isn’t verbatim but is the general crux. I am not forwarding any blame on Amazon or Canon but I think that there should be a recommendation of a minimum value SD card and what would happen if you ignored the advice.
Of course, should you wish to make ‘mini recordings’ of just a few seconds then the standard Class 2 is for you. Needless to say, there is a jump in price for the higher Class 4. I hope this review is of help to anyone about to choose this or maybe any other quality camera that has the fabulous HD feature.
Review by Wainwright Simpson for Canon IXUS 130 Digital Camera – Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 Inch PureColor LCD
(5 / 5)
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I decided to upgrade from my Canon Ixus 50,which was an absolute revelation when it came out, to the Ixus 130. The 50 is still perfect and my brother is delighted with it, his first digicam. The 130 is a design masterpiece – so small, I could not see it in the box at first, but surprisingly although thinner it is slightly longer and taller. Lightweight but solidly constructed & easily fits in your pocket. Fundamentally, the controls are very similar, but more intuitive, so you do not need to digest volumes of complicated instructions. If you want a point and shoot, you cannot go wrong with this. It also has plenty of functionality, a wide angle lens for group and vista shots as well as a telephoto & the vids are amazing. If you are a real camera head, you will want to keep your SLR, but a pound to a penny, you cannot resist a compact for portability and versatility. This is simple to use and also has many advanced features, which help you take the perfect shot. If you want to get a lot more techie, you can use the program mode. I am going to have fun with this and you will too. I will update my review in a few months after I have given it a complete road test.
UPDATE OF IXUS 130
This camera will re-awaken your interest in photography. I used it on two holidays & the difference in quality between the earlier Ixus 50 & this is simply staggering. I would not have thought it possible. Point & shoot is superb, but it is easy to switch to programs specifically for sunny beach shots, sun-sets etc & zoom in on detail other cameras can not get to. Amazing, I am so pleased.
Review by Milina for Canon IXUS 130 Digital Camera – Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 Inch PureColor LCD
(5 / 5)
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Compared to my old camera this one is amazing. It was very easy to set up and use. The picture quality is great and I can finally capture the photos of my children that I want as it takes the picture really quickly before they move. The zoom is more than enough for the type of day to day photos I want to take. It’s small but not fiddly. Was worried that it didn’t have a view finder but the picture quality on the LCD screen is great even in bright sunlight. I haven’t tried out all the features yet but really happy with it so far.
Review by A. Chandarana for Canon IXUS 130 Digital Camera – Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 Inch PureColor LCD
(4 / 5)
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I ordered the Canon IXUS 130 to take on holiday to Las Vegas in March 2010. The main features that i was attracted to included:
- Compact Size
- 4x Optical Zoom
- Canon brand (positive experience with other Canon cameras)
- 2.7″ Screen
My purchase did not disappoint!
The camera looks stunning; clean lines, robust design and sheer compact-ness (if that’s even a word!). The ergonomics are also great; the buttons are exactly where you would want them to be and the software interface is very intuitive.
For point-and-shoot usage the IXUS 130 leaves little to be desired; the images produced are generally very clear and bright. There are also some cool features in the scene mode that produce some fun images: Fish-eye effect (pretty self explanatory), smart shutter (which detects and captures when someone smiles) miniature effect (which makes big structures look like they are made of lego!).
Video capture is also impressive. You can shoot at resolutions up to 720p which I believe is technically HD. The sound capture associated with shooting video is far better than I had with my previous Casio Exilim camera.
Review by monkey puzzle for Canon IXUS 130 Digital Camera – Black (14.1 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 2.7 Inch PureColor LCD
(5 / 5)
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I am so happy with my Canon Ixus 130 camera as it is so slim and stylish. Picture quality is really good and also the video recording facility which I use a lot and download onto my laptop. The camera is instantly easy to use after a quick run through. Would prefer the zoom button to be the flat rocking type rather than the plastic stick bit sticking up on the top of the camera, but I suppose I can live with that.Very light and slim camera and looks great when in a skin pouch and easy to carry around even in a small evening handbag. The zoom is amazing and much better than I had expected as can have amazing detail in the picture if you wish.