Canon IXUS 285 HS 20.2MP 12x Compact Digital Camera - Silver
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About this product
The Canon IXUS 285 HS is a portable compact camera that slips into your pocket and captures everyday moments with quality. Its 20.2-megapixel CMOS sensor delivers sharp images, while the 12x optical zoom lens with a 25mm ultra-wide angle lets you frame landscapes to distant details without swapping lenses. The ultra-slim metal body weighs 146g, making it easy to carry, and the 3-inch LCD screen simplifies composing shots. Built-in Wi-Fi lets you share photos quickly, and the Auto Zoom feature helps you nail perfect framing at the touch of a button.
Beyond stills, this compact shoots Full HD 1080p video with sound, capturing moving moments with the same quality as photos. Image stabilisation keeps shots steady whether zooming or handheld, while intelligent scene mode adjusts settings automatically. The camera manages ISO up to 3200 for low-light performance, and continuous shooting at 2.5fps with a high-speed burst mode reaching 7.2fps captures fast action. It accepts microSD and microSDHC cards, connects via HDMI, and includes a rechargeable battery, carry strap, and 2-year manufacturer's guarantee.
Model number IXUS 285 HS A.
Product specification:
- 20.2 megapixels.
- 4x digital zoom.
- 25mm wide angle lens.
- 3in LCD .
- Continuous shooting up to 2.5 frames per second and up to 7.2 frames per second high speed burst.
- Image stabilisation.
- Red eye reduction.
- PictBridge compatible.
Features:
- Wi-Fi.
- Maximum ISO 3200.
- Intelligent scene mode.
- Self timer.
- Built-in flash.
Video:
- 1080p high definition video capture and playback with sound.
Memory card compatibility:
microSDHC, microSD, (not included).
General information:
- Size H5.8, W9.96cm.
- Weight 146g.
- Depth 2.28cm (when switched off).
- Rechargeable (included) .
- HDMI connection.
- Colour: silver.
- Carry strap, .
- Manufacturer's 2 year guarantee.
EAN: 8714574693194.
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Canon Ixus 285
I enjoy using Canons, I have a few, due to their very quick time between switching it on and being ready to take photographs. It does so possibly 600 or more times in a couple of hours during one of our surveys. This one is very expensive for what is an old camera and the only reason I bought it was familiarity. It's fine, but sometimes the autofocus doesn't work, or the flash delays the shot and the camera has to be restarted, when it works immediately, so something isn't quite right. There is no option if I want a Canon but to use this, but I am likely to try something else next time just to see what else is there. I have it on Program with the flash on, as it is primarily for inside shots and the quality is okay. If I take time with the shot, then they're good. It's just expensive for an old camera but I'll likely buy another....
Durie Heritage, Leominster, Herefordshire
Good small camera
I needed a camera that was easy to carry and didn’t need extra accessories like a zoom. This is prefect for my needs takes good photos and the zoom is reasonable. Smaller than I expected and lightweight fits into a pocket. Easily able to transfer photos to phone IPad
Sheila75, 65 or over
Fantastic Camera for Candid moments
I bought this about 2 weeks ago as i go travelling soon and needed a camera. Let it be known i did not buy this to become a photographer it is simply for memories and photos of me and my friends. I am quite shocked at how good it is for the price, its lightweight good quality has good features such as zoom focussing and portrait, settings that you can change including saturation, it’s easy to use and the photos are clear bright. A good tiktok recommendation.
Oldfielder, 18 - 24
Good quality camera. Easy to use.
I got this for Christmas and I love it I love the quality of it!
Evaaaa, 18 - 24, Leicester
poor instructions
Bought as a Christmas present. Very poor instructions and earlier version were definitely better. Hence only 4 *.
Bill101, Orkney
super mini camera
very small and easy to use. ideal for quick pics on a dog walk or in town.
Rob001, 65 or over, Devon
No case
For the price of this camera could include memory card and most importantly case. Have to purchase this two items separately. Also was confusing which memory card suitable for this camera. Have not have a chance to use it yet so can’t really judge the quality.
Xxxx
FLIMSY - SO DISSAPOINTED
Flimsy - bought as a Christmas present. Extremely disappointed. Previously owned the ORIGINAL IXUS. Blumin BRILLIANT camera! Had that for many years, went all over the world . Should have invested in having that refurbished - doubt this will make it to next Christmas! Or indeed past my garden gate! Also purchased the SD card to accompany it as suggested on the Argos website/catalogue. DOESN'T fit-what a surprise. Canon get your act together - Argos stop selling this camera, & advertising that the SanDisk Extreme SDXC UHS-1 Card fits it-it doesn't. Even the battery seems FLIMSY compared to what was in production previously. Cannot comment on Picture Quality, Features, Ease of Use! Have to purchase another SD Card to actually use this camera - but site won't let me submit form with out Star Rating - SO DISAPPOINTED!
LOC, Devon
Brilliant
Brilliant camera really
Polly, 45 - 54
Functional and easy to use
PaddyH
Hello Tre,
I can advise the following for the Canon IXUS 285 HS 20.2MP 12x Compact Digital Camera - Silver:
Apologies, this won't be able to do it direct from the camera.
Thanks for using Q & A.
I purchased a SanDisk SDXC UHS-1, as specified, to go with the Canon IXUS 285 HS A. There is NO WAY this memory card fits in this camera! SO DISAPPOINTED! lot of money - totally wasted! Wanted to use it over Christmas. Also suggest anyone thinking of purchasing it - please read my review for the Canon IXUS 285 HS A!
Hello Bryony,
The Canon IXUS 285 HS 20.2MP 12x Compact Digital Camera - Silver requires an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card.
Thanks for bringing this to our attention, we'll review and amend this information as soon as possible.
Thanks for using Q&A
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