The Canon IXY 1 incorporates a 12x optical zoom lens with 28-336mm* wide-angle capabilities and, and, employing a light-folding retractable prism lens barrel and advanced mounting technology, realizes a body depth measuring only 19.8 mm. The camera features Smart AUTO with Face ID that, combined with Intelligent IS, detects and automatically applies the optimal settings based on up 205 different shooting scenes. Furthermore, the IXY 1 enables images and video to be sent wirelessly to smartphones, computers or other Canon products with Wi-Fi connectivity, enabling video and images to be shared via e-mail, SNS and video sharing sites.

In addition to a 3.2-inch Wide Touch Panel monitor, the IXY 1 features the HS System, which combines a high-sensitivity approximately 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor and high-performance DIGIC 5 image processor to deliver beautiful imaging results even in low-light settings. Other features supporting exceptional performance include Full HD video recording, ZoomPlus technology enabling up to 21x digital zoom, and an improved shutter-release time-lag performance that has been reduced by approximately 17% compared with its predecessor, the IXY 51S, released in September 2011.

The IXY 1 features aesthetically pleasing dimensions that adhere to the golden ratio (1.618:1), a ratio of harmonious proportions that have been used throughout history in art and architecture.

* 35 mm film equivalent