Exceptional Optics and Wi-Fi Connectivity Help Photographers Get Creative with Three New PowerShot Models from Canon U.S.A.

Canon U.S.A., Inc. today announced the addition of three feature-packed digital cameras – the PowerShot G15, PowerShot S110, and PowerShot SX50 HS digital cameras – providing advanced features, greater focusing speed and multiple-shot speed in sophisticated, compact camera bodies. 

PowerShot G15 Digital Camera

Canon PowerShot G15

The PowerShot G15 introduces a new 28mm wide-angle f/1.8 – f/2.8 lens with 5x optical zoom for low-light shooting or dramatic shallow depth of field. The PowerShot G15 shoots 1080p Full HD video with a built-in stereo microphone and zooming is enabled for optimal framing while recording.

The PowerShot G15 retains an accessory shoe for Speedlites and an optical viewfinder as an option to the bright 3.0-inch 922,000-dot LCD display. The PowerShot G15 can accommodate additional optional accessories such as the Tele Converter Lens, a Conversion Lens Adapter to allow the attachment of a Macro Ring Lite or Macro Twin Lite to the camera, and a threaded Filter Adapter for 58mm lens filters. The new PowerShot G15 also has an optional WP-DC48 Waterproof Case, capable of diving to depths of up to 130 feet.

PowerShot S110 Digital Camera

Built-in Wi-Fi features allow the PowerShot S110 to share images and video to social networking sites through the Canon iMAGE GATEWAYⁱⁱⁱ or to Wi-Fi enabled devices such as iOS or Android smartphones and tablets^iv with the free download of the Canon CameraWindow app^v, or to other select PowerShot cameras, or to a PC. The advanced wireless features let the camera act as a wireless network and record GPS data^vi acquired from a smartphone using the free download of the Canon CameraWindow app^vii, or send images directly to a Wi-Fi compatible printer^viii.

The PowerShot S110 includes a 24mm wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom and bright f/2.0 aperture. The PowerShot S110 comes with 1080p Full HD video, built-in stereo microphone, optical zoom while shooting, and convenient playback via HDMI output. Camera menu navigation, image playback and viewing has been made simple and intuitive with a 3.0-inch wide capacitive touch panel LCD screen, along with Canon’s Touch Shutter feature.

PowerShot SX50 HS Digital Camera

The new PowerShot SX50 HS includes a high-powered 50x optical zoom (24-1200mm) and 24mm wide-angle lens with Optical Image Stabilization for clear steady images even at full telephoto. To help maximize the potential of the 50x zoom lens, are incredible 1080p Full HD video capabilities of the PowerShot SX50 HS with stereo sound and optical zoom while recording. 

The PowerShot SX50 HS also features advancements in Canon’s AF system with improved AF times and reduced lag over previous SX-series models. For those tricky overhead or low-angle shots, the camera features a new 2.8-inch vari-angle LCD screen (461,000 dots) and Zoom Framing Assist to help users locate, track and capture subjects while using the extreme telephoto on the PowerShot SX50 HS.

Pricing and Availability

The new PowerShot G15, PowerShot S110 and PowerShot SX50 HS digital cameras are expected to be available in October 2012 for an estimated retail price of $499.99, $449.99 and $479.99, respectively.