Canon IXUS 285 HS Compact 20.2 MP
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| MPN | Canon IXUS 285 HS BK EU23 |
| Model | Canon IXUS 285 HS BK EU23 |
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Analog signal format system Specifies the analog video signal standards that a device can receive or transmit, such as NTSC, PAL, or SECAM. Each value represents one of the common broadcast formats used worldwide.
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NTSC,PAL |
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Auto focus AF assist beam Indicates whether a camera or imaging device provides an assist beam for auto‑focus operation, typically used to illuminate the subject and improve focus accuracy in low‑light conditions.
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Yes |
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Auto focus AF points The total count of autofocus (AF) points available in a camera or lens. This number indicates how many distinct focus areas the device can use to lock onto subjects, affecting focusing precision and speed.
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9 |
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Auto focusing AF modes A list of the available autofocus modes that a camera or imaging device can use, such as continuous autofocus, single-shot autofocus, face detection, tracking autofocus, contrast‑detection autofocus, servo‑autofocus, AI focus, and other manufacturer‑specific combinations. Each mode is represented by a free‑text string.
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AI Focus |
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Battery life The duration a device can operate on a single charge before needing to be recharged, expressed in various time units such as hours, days or months.
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180 shots |
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Battery technology The chemical composition or classification of a battery, such as lithium‑ion, lithium‑polymer, nickel‑metal hydride, sealed lead acid, alkaline, zinc‑air, etc. It indicates the type of electrochemical reaction that stores and delivers energy in the device.
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Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
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Battery type The chemical composition or classification of a battery, such as alkaline, lithium‑ion, NiMH, or lead‑acid. It indicates the energy storage technology used in the product and helps users identify compatibility with devices that require specific battery chemistries.
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NB-11L / NB-11LH |
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Battery weight The mass of a battery expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It indicates how heavy the battery is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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16 g |
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Body The type of substance from which the main body or chassis of a product is made, such as metal, plastic, wood, glass, or composite materials. It helps users understand durability, weight, appearance, and suitability for specific applications.
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Nee |
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Brightness adjustment Indicates whether the device supports adjusting its brightness level. A value of "Yes" means the user can change the display or camera exposure brightness, while "No" indicates a fixed setting.
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Yes |
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Built-in microphone Indicates whether the product includes at least one built‑in microphone. A value of "Yes" means that the device has an integrated microphone, while "No" indicates it does not.
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Yes |
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Bundled software A list of software programs and utilities that come pre-installed or bundled with the product, such as operating systems, drivers, antivirus suites, or other essential applications.
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CameraWindow DC Map Utility Image Transfer Utility |
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Camera file system A list of the image and metadata file formats that a camera can capture or store, such as DPOF, Exif, RAW, MPF, or DCF. Each entry represents a distinct format supported by the device, allowing users to understand what types of files they will receive when using the camera.
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DPOF 1.1,Exif 2.3 |
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Camera playback The types of media playback that the camera can handle, such as movies, single images, slide shows, or thumbnails. Each value represents a distinct mode in which captured content can be viewed directly on the device.
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Movie, Single image, Slide show |
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Camera shutter speed The duration that a camera’s shutter remains open to expose the sensor or film, expressed in seconds or fractions of a second (e.g., 1/2000 s). It determines how motion is captured and affects exposure; shorter times freeze action while longer times allow more light for low‑light situations.
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2000 s |
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Camera type The general classification of a camera, such as compact, single‑lens reflex (SLR), mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (MILC), bridge, or video camera. It indicates the form factor and primary use case of the device.
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Canon IXUS 285 |
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Carrying Case The primary way a product is carried or supported, such as by hand, shoulder strap, backpack, belt, or other carrying mechanisms. This attribute helps users understand how the item can be transported and what accessories are required.
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Ja |
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Closest focusing distance The minimum distance at which a camera lens can focus on an object while maintaining sharpness and clarity. It is expressed as a linear measurement (e.g., meters or centimeters) and indicates how close the subject can be to the sensor before the image becomes out of focus.
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0.01 m |
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Colour The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
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Black |
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Combined zoom Represents the total magnification achieved by a camera or imaging device, combining both optical and digital zoom components. The value is expressed as a plain number (optionally followed by an "x" suffix, e.g., 4x or 5.6) without any unit. It indicates how many times the image or field of view is enlarged compared to its original size.
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48x |
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Compatible memory cards List of the memory card types that a device can read or write, such as MicroSD (TransFlash), SD, MMC, CompactFlash, and others. Each value represents a format that the device’s slot or reader supports for storage expansion.
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SD,SDHC,SDXC |
| Contrast adjustment | Yes |
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Depth The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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22.8 mm |
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Digital zoom Represents the multiplier that indicates how many times an image or field of view is enlarged by digital zoom. The value is expressed as a number without units, such as "4x" or "1.5x", where the numeric part indicates the factor of increase.
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4x |
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Direct printing Indicates whether the device can print directly from mobile devices, network shares or other sources without requiring additional drivers or software installation. A value of "Yes" means the printer supports direct printing technologies such as AirPrint, Mopria Print Service, or similar solutions; a value of "No" indicates that direct printing is not supported.
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Yes |
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Display The visual technology used by the product’s screen, such as LCD, LED, OLED, TFT or analog. It indicates the underlying display panel that determines image quality, color reproduction and power consumption.
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LCD |
| Display diagonal | 3.0" |
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Display Diagonal The measurement of a display’s diagonal, expressed in inches or centimeters. It represents the overall visual area available for content and is commonly used to compare monitors, televisions, laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices.
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7.62 cm (3") |
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Display resolution The pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates how many pixels are used to render visual content and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
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461000 pixels |
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Energy Star certified Indicates whether the product has been certified by Energy Star, a recognized standard for energy efficiency in appliances and electronics.
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No |
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External flash connector Indicates whether the product includes an external flash connector that can be used to attach a separate flash unit for additional lighting. A value of "Yes" means such a connector is present; a value of "No" (or equivalent) means it is absent.
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Y |
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Fastest camera shutter speed The maximum duration that a camera’s shutter remains open to expose the sensor or film, expressed in seconds or fractions of a second (e.g., 1/4000 s). It determines how motion is captured and affects exposure; shorter times freeze action while longer times allow more light for low‑light situations.
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1/2000 s |
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Field of view The proportion or angular extent that a device, such as a camera or binocular, can capture or display. Values may be expressed as a percentage of coverage (e.g., 100 %) or in degrees for horizontal/vertical angles (e.g., 160°). The attribute indicates how wide the field of view is relative to the sensor or lens.
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100 % |
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Flash exposure compensation Indicates whether the camera’s flash exposure compensation feature is enabled. A value of "Yes" means the device can adjust the flash output to compensate for lighting conditions, while "No" indicates this feature is not available.
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Yes |
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Flash modes A list of the available settings for a camera or imaging device’s flash system, such as Auto, Manual, Flash off, Flash on, Red‑eye reduction, Slow synchronization, and other manufacturer‑specific options. Each value represents a selectable mode that determines how the flash is activated during image capture.
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Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
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Flash range The minimum and maximum distance, expressed in meters, at which a camera’s flash can effectively illuminate a subject or scene. This range indicates the effective reach of the flash for proper exposure.
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0.5 - 4 m |
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Flash range (tele) The maximum distance at which the camera’s flash can effectively illuminate a subject, expressed as a numeric range in meters (e.g., "1 - 3 m"). This attribute indicates how far the flash light reaches under typical shooting conditions.
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1 - 2 m |
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Focal length range The minimum and maximum focal lengths that a camera lens or optical system can cover, expressed in millimetres (mm). It indicates the zoom capability of the device and helps users understand the field‑of‑view range available.
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4.5 - 54 mm |
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Focus Specifies the focusing behavior of a camera or imaging device, indicating whether it uses automatic focus, manual focus, or a combination such as auto‑manual. The value is expressed as a free‑text string that describes the mode in use.
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TTL |
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Focus adjustment Specifies whether the camera’s focusing system operates automatically or requires manual adjustment. Common values include "Auto", "Manual", and combinations such as "Auto/Manual".
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Auto/Manual |
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Full HD Indicates whether the product is capable of displaying or transmitting video at Full HD resolution (1920 × 1080 pixels). A value of "Yes" means that Full HD functionality is supported, while a value of "No" indicates it is not available.
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Yes |
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GPS Indicates whether the product includes built‑in GPS functionality, allowing it to determine geographic location without external devices.
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Yes |
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HD type The pixel dimensions of a product’s screen, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the total number of pixels that compose the display and is used to assess image sharpness and clarity across devices such as monitors, TVs, laptops, and cameras.
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1920x1080 |
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HDMI A list of the HDMI ports available on the product, each entry indicating the number of ports and their specific HDMI version or additional features (e.g., "2 x HDMI 2.0b", "1 x HDMI 1.4 with CEC"). This attribute helps users understand both the quantity and capabilities of the HDMI connections.
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Yes |
| HDMI connector type | Micro |
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Height The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
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58 mm |
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Histogram Indicates whether the camera includes a histogram display in its viewfinder or LCD screen, allowing users to assess exposure distribution.
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Yes |
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Image formats supported A list of the file extensions and codecs that a product can read or write for images. Each value represents a valid format such as JPG, PNG, BMP, GIF, HEIF, WebP, etc., and may include multiple formats separated by commas.
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JPEG XR |
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Image sensor size The diagonal measurement of the image sensor in a camera or imaging device, expressed in inches or millimeters. It indicates the overall active area available for capturing light and is commonly used to compare sensor sizes such as 1/2.3", 1/1.7", APS‑C, Full‑Frame, etc.
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2.3" |
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Image stabilizer Indicates whether the device includes an image stabilization system, either optical or electronic, that reduces camera shake to produce sharper photos and smoother video recordings.
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Yes |
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ISO Sensitivity The ISO sensitivity setting of a camera, indicating the sensor’s sensitivity to light. Values are typically numeric (e.g., 100, 200, 400) and may include an "Auto" option where the camera selects the appropriate ISO automatically.
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3200 |
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Languages support A list of natural languages in which a product is available or supported, including user interface, documentation, and audio options.
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Multi |
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Lens structure The aspect ratio describes the proportional relationship between the width and height of a lens’s image circle or sensor coverage, expressed as a simple fraction (e.g., 12/9). It indicates how wide or tall the captured image will be relative to its other dimension. This value helps users compare lenses for compatibility with camera sensors and desired framing.
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9/7 |
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Light exposure correction The adjustment applied to a camera’s sensor exposure to compensate for lighting conditions, expressed in Exposure Value (EV) units. Positive values increase brightness, negative values decrease it, and the step size indicates how finely the adjustment can be tuned.
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2 EV ( |
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Light metering The method used by a camera to determine the appropriate exposure settings based on the scene’s lighting conditions. Common modes include Centre‑weighted, Spot, Evaluative (Multi‑pattern), and Highlight‑weighted. The value is typically a single mode or a comma‑separated list of modes that can be applied simultaneously.
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Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot |
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Mac operating systems supported A list of macOS operating system versions that the product supports or is compatible with, such as "macOS 10.15 Catalina", "macOS 11 Big Sur" or newer releases. Each entry represents a distinct OS version that can run on or be supported by the device.
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Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
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Maximum aperture number The highest f‑number (aperture value) that a camera lens can achieve when fully wide open. It indicates the maximum light‑gathering capability of the lens and is expressed as an integer or decimal without units.
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7 |
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Maximum focal length The longest focal distance that a lens or optical system can achieve, expressed with a length unit such as millimetres (mm), centimetres (cm) or inches (in). It indicates the maximum field‑of‑view angle and zoom capability of the device.
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300 mm |
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Maximum image resolution The highest pixel dimensions of an image or display that a product can output, capture, or support, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the maximum resolution available for visual content on the device.
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5184x3888 |
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Megapixel The total number of megapixels that a camera sensor can capture, expressed as a numeric value without units. Higher values generally indicate greater detail and image quality.
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20.2 MP |
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Memory slots The count of physical memory slots available on a device for installing RAM modules. It indicates how many separate memory sticks can be installed or upgraded.
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1 |
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Minimum aperture number The total count of openings, such as holes or ports, present in a product. This value indicates how many separate apertures are available for access, ventilation, or connection purposes.
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3 |
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Minimum focal length The shortest focal distance that a lens or optical system can focus on, expressed with a length unit such as millimetres (mm), centimetres (cm) or inches (in). It indicates the widest field‑of‑view angle and is useful for understanding the camera’s ability to capture wide scenes.
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25 mm |
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Motion JPEG frame rate The number of frames captured per second by a Motion JPEG video stream, expressed in frames per second (fps). This value indicates the smoothness and temporal resolution of the recorded motion, with higher rates providing more fluid playback.
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29.97 fps |
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Near field communication Indicates whether the product supports Near‑Field Communication (NFC), a short‑range wireless technology that allows data exchange between devices when they are in close proximity.
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Yes |
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Orientation sensor Indicates whether the product is equipped with an orientation sensor, a device that detects its position relative to gravity or the Earth's magnetic field. A value of "Yes" means the sensor is present; "No" means it is absent.
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Yes |
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Photo effects A list of photographic effects that can be applied to images, such as black‑and‑white, sepia, vivid, or other stylistic filters. Each value represents a distinct effect that may be available in the product’s software or hardware.
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Black&White, Negative film, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid |
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Photographer type The skill or experience level of the photographer, indicating whether they are a beginner, advanced, expert, or other proficiency category. This attribute helps buyers understand the expected expertise behind the product and can guide them in selecting equipment suitable for their own skill level.
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Beginner |
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PictBridge Indicates whether the product can send images directly to a printer that supports the PictBridge standard without requiring an intermediate computer.
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Yes |
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Power source type The type of electrical supply that powers the device, such as mains electricity, batteries, USB power, or a combination of these options.
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Battery |
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Rechargeable Indicates whether the product contains a rechargeable battery or can be recharged via an external charger, allowing operation without disposable batteries.
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Yes |
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Resolución The number of megapixels captured by a camera’s sensor, expressed as a single numeric value (e.g., 12.3 MP). This metric indicates the overall detail and clarity that the camera can record in still images or video frames.
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21.1 MP |
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Self-timer Indicates whether the device’s self‑timer function is available and can be activated by the user.
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2.10 s |
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Sensor type The type of sensor technology used by a device to detect and measure physical quantities such as light, temperature, motion or pressure. Common values include CMOS, CCD, CIS, BSI, laser, ultrasonic, and other specialized sensor names.
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CMOS |
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Shooting modes A set of selectable camera settings that determine how the sensor is exposed to light and other shooting parameters. Each value represents a mode such as Auto, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Manual or combinations thereof, controlling shutter speed, aperture, ISO and other exposure parameters.
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Auto |
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Slowest camera shutter speed The longest duration that a camera’s shutter remains open during exposure, expressed in seconds or fractions of a second (e.g., 30 s, 0.5 s). This value indicates the maximum time the sensor is exposed to light for each frame and helps users understand how long a camera can capture motion before freezing it.
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15 s |
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Supported aspect ratios The proportion between the width and height of a product’s display or image, expressed as two numbers separated by a colon (e.g., 16:9). It indicates whether the content is designed for widescreen, square, or other aspect ratios.
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1:1 |
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Touch screen Indica se un dispositivo dispone di una interfaccia touch screen che rileva l’input tattile. Il valore è "Sì" (o equivalente) quando il dispositivo include uno schermo touch e "No" altrimenti.
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Yes |
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USB connector The physical interface of the main USB port on a device, such as USB‑A, USB‑B, USB‑C, Micro‑USB or Mini‑USB. It indicates the shape and electrical characteristics that determine compatibility with cables, adapters and peripherals.
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Mini-USB B |
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USB Version The generation and version of the USB standard supported by a product, expressed as a numeric revision followed optionally by descriptive suffixes such as "Gen 1" or "Gen 2". This attribute indicates the maximum data transfer rate and compatibility with USB devices.
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2.0 |
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Video formats supported A list of video file formats and codecs that a product can play or record, such as MP4, AVI, H.264, or 4K. Each entry represents a supported combination of compression technology and file extension.
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H.264,MP4,MPEG4 |
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Video recording Indicates whether the product has the capability to record video. A value of "Yes" means the device can capture video, while a value of "No" indicates that it cannot.
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Yes |
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Video resolutions The pixel dimensions of a video image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the resolution that a device can display or record.
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5760x1440 |
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Viewfinder The type or presence of a viewfinder on the camera. It indicates whether the device has a built‑in optical or electronic viewfinder, and if so, what kind it is (e.g., real image finder, electronic viewfinder, etc.). Values can be "Yes" for a standard viewfinder, "No" when none is available, or a descriptive string that specifies the viewfinder model or feature.
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No |
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Voice recording Indicates whether the product is able to record audio voice signals. A value of "Yes" means the device has a built‑in microphone and recording function, while a value of "No" indicates that it does not support voice recording.
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Yes |
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Wi-Fi Indicates whether the product has built‑in Wi‑Fi capability, allowing it to connect to wireless networks without requiring external adapters or dongles.
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52mm |
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Wi-Fi standards A list of the wireless networking protocols and frequency bands that a device can connect to, such as 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi‑Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) or Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax). The values are typically separated by commas and may include both the technical name and a consumer‑friendly label.
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802.11b,802.11g,802.11n |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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99.6 mm |

Canon is a Japanese multinational corporation that specializes in the manufacture of imaging and optical products, including cameras, camcorders, photocopiers, steppers, and medical equipment. It has a wide range of products for both personal and business use, and is one of the leading brands in the digital camera market.






