{"id":18797,"date":"2012-02-07T16:40:42","date_gmt":"2012-02-07T06:40:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=18797"},"modified":"2012-02-07T16:40:42","modified_gmt":"2012-02-07T06:40:42","slug":"the-canon-powershot-sx260-hs-gets-you-even-closer-to-the-action-with-an-amazing-20x-optical-zoom-and-the-powershot-a-series-gets-a-face-lift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=18797","title":{"rendered":"The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS gets you even closer to the action with an amazing 20x optical zoom, and the PowerShot A-series gets a face lift"},"content":{"rendered":"

SYDNEY, 7 February, 2012 <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Canon Australia has today launched the Canon<\/strong> PowerShot SX260 HS; <\/strong>the new leader <\/strong>in slimline, high-performing compact cameras delivering an impressive 20x optical zoom, 25mm wide-angle lens, high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and GPS technology for worldwide image tracking, making it the perfect companion for adventures near and far. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Available in Australia from March 2012, the PowerShot SX260 HS<\/strong> is equipped to deliver true-to-life colour and clarity to whatever photo challenge is set by the user, simply at the press of a shutter button.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe amazing 20x optical zoom capabilities of the PowerShot SX260 HS<\/strong> deliver unmatched optical versatility, allowing users to bring far away images into frame, such as familiar faces in a crowd, a championship-winning goal or wild animals on safari, without taking a step,\u201d says Kai Lebens, Brand Manager \u2013 Digital Still Cameras. \u201cMatched with Canon\u2019s unique trio of TruCapture <\/em>technology features which include image stabilisation (IS), DiG!C 5 image processor and High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, PowerShot SX260 <\/strong>users are assured every expression and experience is captured faithfully with accurate colour and clarity\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n

Introducing the PowerShot A-Series<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Also launching today is the new PowerShot A-series<\/strong> compact range. Canon\u2019s revitalised PowerShot series delivers an energised line-up of new features for users that demand high-quality images from an affordable, compact package. Delivering both high-quality still and moving images with HD video recording capabilities, the range offers <\/strong>the perfect suite of tools to capture photo memories and spontaneous moments from travels abroad, sporting games, music festivals or family events like baby\u2019s first steps or birthday celebrations.<\/p>\n

Across the PowerShot SX260 HS<\/strong>, PowerShot A4000 IS<\/strong>, PowerShot A2400 IS<\/strong> and PowerShot A2300 <\/strong>models, new and improved features<\/span> include:<\/p>\n