Canon Digital Ixus v2

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Sensor 2 megapixel, 1/2.7-inch 2.1MP CCD
Lens Canon, f2.8-4, 2x zoom
Focus Auto, 10-57cm macro mode
Exposure Program AE
Metering Evaluative, spot
Monitor 1.5-inch 120,000 pixels
AE Compensation +/- 2EV, 1/3EV increments
Flash Auto, on, off, slow synch, red-eye
Video output NTSC or PAL switchable
Movie recording AVI
Other features PC connected shooting, Stitch Assist panoramic mode
Image storage CompactFlash Type I
Batteries Lithium-ion NB-1LH 3.7V
AC adaptor Supplied
Weight 180g (without battery or CF card)
Dimensions 87mm(w) x 57mm(h) x 26.7mm(d)
Transfer USB
OS Windows 98/Me, 2000, XP, Mac OS 8.6-9.2, OS X 10.1

Verdict When it first came out, the Digital Ixus had no rivals. Other makers are now producing excellent all-metal sub-miniature models, but the Digital Ixus remains a beautifully-made classic

Features: 78
Images: 80
Build: 95
Value: 70
Final Score: 81