The Canon IXUS 220 HS has 12 megapixels and a 5x wide angle zoom lens. It is a handy snapshot camera with one or two extra features that help to make the IXUS 220 HS stand out from the competition. These include a High Definition movie mode that offers a higher resolution than the standard pocket digital camera.

The all round capabilities of the movie mode are likely to prove to be one of the main attractions of the IXUS 220 HS. For example Canon have added an upgraded image stabilisation system that they call Dynamic image stabilisation, especially for movies. This helps you to produce sharp, clear movie footage. High Definition movies can be up to 4GB in size or a maximum of 10 minutes in duration. You are also able to shoot slow motion movies.

The IXUS 220 HS is certainly pocket sized. It is a little less than 20mm wide and should therefore slip into most pockets easily. It comes in three colours; red, silver and black. The body is made out of stainless steel. The LCD screen is 2.7 inches.

If you are looking for a camera you can use underwater Canon have made two waterproof cases available. These are the WP-DC41 (waterproof to 40m) and WP-DC320L (waterproof to 3m).

Features:

• Premium image quality even in low light using the HS System with 12.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor
• HS System (12.1 MP)
• 24mm, 5x zoom. Optical IS
• Stainless steel body
• 6.7 cm (2.7") PureColor II G LCD
• Full HD with optical zoom. Dynamic IS
• Smart Auto (32 scenes)
• High-speed Burst & Super Slow Motion Movie
• Movie Digest
• Creative shooting modes
• Optional Waterproof Cases

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