Canon

Featuring an ultra wide-angle 24mm lens, 5.0x optical zoom and an intuitive touch screen interface, the 12.1 Megapixel Digital IXUS 200 IS combines cutting-edge technology with stylish IXUS design. The Digital IXUS 200 IS’s stylish two-tone metal body has a solid sculpted feel that’s easy to carry and a pleasure to use. Canon’s optical Image Stabilizer delivers blur-free results throughout the zoom range. The 12.1 Megapixel CCD captures a wealth of fine detail. Turn images into poster-size prints, or creatively crop images without losing detail. The easy-to-use touch-screen display enables intuitive control of numerous camera functions.

Canon has always associated itself with imaging and optical products, Canon has a wide portfolio that includes cameras, photocopiers, steppers and printers. Canon's predecessor Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory founded Canon Inc. in 1937. Canon went on to create the world's first camcorder with zoom lens in 1959. Canon celebrated its 50th anniversary in Europe to mark its long history of technological advancements in the imaging industry. Canon was originally named Kwanon back in 1934 with a prototype for Japan's first ever 35mm camera sporting a focal plane shutter. Today Canon is actively involved in the world of imaging - creating high quality products including their array of digital IXUS, Powershot digital cameras and HD camcorders.