The Canon IXY DV S1 represents a new category of camcorder, sporting a minimalist, yet sophisticated, mono-form design while realizing the world’s smallest and lightest body among 2-megapixel-class^* Photo DV camcorders. Equipped with a 2.2-megapixel CCD sensor^**, an RGB primary color filter, and Canon’s proprietary DIGIC DV image processor, the new camcorder realizes excellent image quality for both video and still images. Usability is further enhanced with a new configuration allowing the camcorder’s LCD panel to open easily with just one touch, a 10x optical zoom lens fitted with an internal lens cover, and a simple 3-position mode dial which enables users to quickly and easily match preset camera settings to shooting conditions when capturing either video or still images.

This digital camcorder feature outstanding design and operation enhancements, offering a variety of convenient and practical functions, including a backlight button for the LCD monitor, which allows users to view images in bright conditions, and an easy-to-use menu screen. In addition, users can enjoy Direct Print features incorporated into the PictBridge-compatible camcorders in a variety of ways, such as with the PRINT/SHARE button, which allows them to easily print still photos with just the touch of a button.

* For 1CCD-equipped DV camcorders, as of July 21, 2005
** CCD utilizes 1.23-milion pixels when recording video images on tape or DVD, and 2.0-million pixels when recording still images on card media