Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS
Manufacturer
Canon
Model
Digital IXUS 800 IS
Price
£399
Web
Phone
0870 241 2161
Megapixels (effective)
6.0
Max resolution
2816 x 2112
Lens data
f/2.8-5.5 (35-140mm)
Zoom
4x opt , 4x dig
Focus / macro
3cm-inf/2cm
Shutter speed
15-1/1600sec
ISO sensitivity
A, Hi-Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800
Exposure modes
A, M, 11 scene modes
Metering options
E, S, CW
Flash modes
A, RE, SS, Fon, Foff
Connectivity
USB, AV
Weight
165g
Dimensions
90 x 57 x 26mm
Batteries
Lithium-ion
Storage
SD, MMC
LCD
2.5"
Features
7/10
 
The range of ISO settings and image stabiliser are great, but the lack of manual options is disappointing
Build quality
9/10
 
Extremely stylish with curves in all the right places and ergonomic button placings to match
Handling
9/10
 
It doesn't get much easier to use than this with a simple menu system and clearly marked buttons
Quality of results
8/10
 
Images are good from the six-megapixel sensor, which is becoming a compact camera standard
Value for money
6/10
 
It is a shame that this camera has such a there is not really enough here to justify it
Another stylish addition to the IXUS range, the 800 is an excellent all-round performer, though its lack of full manual controls may put some off at the price. There are better compacts out there for a second camera
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