Canon Digital IXUS 85 IS 1/2.3" 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver

Specs
Picture Quality
Image sensor size 1/2.3"
Megapixel 10 MP
Sensor type CCD
Maximum image resolution 3648 x 2736 pixels
Image stabilizer
Lens System
Optical zoom 3x
Digital zoom 4x
Focal length range 6.2 - 18.6 mm
Focusing
Focus TTL
Focus adjustment Auto
Exposure
ISO sensitivity 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto
Flash
Flash modes Auto, Flash off, Manual, Red-eye reduction
Flash exposure lock
Video
Video recording
Maximum video resolution 640 x 480 pixels
Video formats supported avi
Memory
Internal memory 32 MB
Compatible memory cards mmc, sd
Display
Display LCD
Display diagonal 6.35 cm (2.5")

Display
Display resolution (numeric) 230000 pixels
Camera
White balance Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Scene modes Beach, Children, Close-up (macro), Dusk, Fireworks, Night, Night portrait, Party (indoor), Sunset, Underwater
Photo effects Black&White, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid
Playback zoom 2x
Custom color
Design
Product colour Silver
System Requirements
Mac compatibility
Weight & Dimensions
Width 86 mm
Depth 20.4 mm
Height 54 mm
Weight 130 g
Other features
Video capability
Dimensions (WxDxH) 86 x 54 x 20.4 mm
Lens focal range f/2.8 – f/4.9
Lens system 6 elements in 5 groups
Built-in flash
Camera shutter speed 1/60 - 1/1500 s
35 mm camera lens equivalent 35 - 105 mm
Compatible operating systems Windows 2000 SP4 / XP SP2 / Vista Mac OS X v10.3 - 10.4
Digital SLR
Distributors
Country Distributor
1 distributor(s)
Reviews
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:13:01
Average rating:78
Uk has collected 26 expert reviews for Canon Digital IXUS 85 IS 1/2.3" 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Silver and the average expert rating is 78 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
Photoradar.com
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:12:51
Average rating:60
The casing and controls on the 10-megapixel Canon IXUS 85 IS have barely changed from the earliest 3-megapixel IXUS, which may sound lazy but we feel it's a very good idea.The flat finish of the sturdy casing makes it easy to hold securely and it's as ea...
  • The casing and controls on the 10-megapixel Canon IXUS 85 IS have barely changed from the earliest 3-megapixel IXUS, which may sound lazy but we feel it's a very good idea.The flat finish of the sturdy casing makes it easy to hold securely and it's as ea...
digicambuyer.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:12:51
Average rating:80
The 85 IS fits right into Canon's IXUS range with it compact size and striking features. Superficially the button and lens design have been improved since the IXUS 80. The IXUS 85 packs in 2 megapixels more into an almost identical body size and offe...
tracyandmatt.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:12:51
Average rating:0
A little while ago, our friends at Canon provided us with a very smart looking Canon Digital IXUS 85IS. This is the mid range camera in the latest Digital IXUS range of cameras from Canon. The IXUS range has been around for a number of years now, and t...
  • Staying true to the IXUS brand, the IXUS 85IS is a commendable well built and performing compact digital camera. It is very simple to use, light weight (Whilst still feeling very well built) and a fast performer with autofocus taking around ½ second ev...
techradar.com
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:12:54
Average rating:70
Canon has got the building of its IXUS cameras down to a fine art. The casing and controls on the 10-megapixel Canon IXUS 85 IS have barely changed from the earliest 3-megapixel IXUS, which may sound lazy but we feel its a very good idea. The flat finish...
  • Good layout, Very easy to use, Decent photo quality...
  • High price, Dodgy digital zoom...
webuser.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:12:55
Average rating:96
The last time we had a round-up of pocket digital cameras, just over a year ago, Canons IXUS 70 romped home, priced at a similar level to this one. The smallest of the snappers on test here, this years new sibling is just as impressive, keeping the...
alphr.com
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:12:57
Average rating:67
Canon's latest pocket snapper, the 85 IS, is the most recent in a torrent of compact cameras to land in the PC Pro offices recently, most from this one manufacturer. There are now no fewer than nine digital compacts in the IXUS range, and deciding whic...
  • Excellent build quality and ease of use undermined by distinctly average image quality...
pocket-lint.com
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:12:59
Average rating:80
The Canon IXUS 85 is a good little camera, but for some, the price premium might not justify the return over the 8MP offering of the IXUS 80...
  • Lightweight, easy to use, great screen...
  • Design a little bland, tingeing around highlights, corner blurring...
  • The Canon IXUS 85 is a good little camera, but for some, the price premium might not justify the return over the 8MP offering of the IXUS 80...
expertreviews.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:13:00
Average rating:80
Canons Digital Ixus 85 IS isnt as expensive or as feature-packed as the 970 IS, but its smaller body is more appealing. The optical viewfinder will please long-sighted people who struggle with LCD screens, although the view through it is small. Co...
Cameras.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 03:13:00
Average rating:86
The Canon IXUS 85 IS is one of the more stylish pocket cameras. It has 10 megapixels and a 3x optical zoom lens. Why Buy the Canon IXUS 85 IS?If you are looking for a pocket camera and picture quality is your prime consideration then the IXUS 85 IS sh...
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