Canon PowerShot SX520HS
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| Model | Canon 4549292016512 |
| MPN | Canon 4549292016512 |
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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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Audio formats supported Lista de los formatos de audio que el producto puede reproducir o grabar, indicando códecs y extensiones relevantes.
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PCM |
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Batteries included Indicates whether the product comes with batteries included in the package. A value of "Yes" means that batteries are supplied, while a value of "No" indicates that no batteries are provided and must be purchased separately.
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Yes |
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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-6LH |
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Built-in flash Indicates whether the product includes a built‑in flash unit that can be used for illumination during photography or videography. A value of "Yes" means the device has such a flash; a value of "No" means it does not.
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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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ImageBrowser EX , CameraWindow, PhotoStitch |
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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 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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Bridge camera |
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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 |
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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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91.9 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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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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TFT |
| Display Diagonal | 7.62 cm (3") |
| Energy Star certified | No |
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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 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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±2EV (1/3 EV step) |
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Flash exposure lock Indicates whether a camera or imaging device has the ability to lock the flash exposure setting, preventing automatic changes during shooting.
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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 (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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1.3 - 3 m |
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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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HD type The pixel dimensions of a screen’s display expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920×1080). It indicates the number of pixels that can be shown on the monitor or device, affecting image sharpness and clarity.
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Full HD |
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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 | Mini |
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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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81.7 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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JPG |
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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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1/2.3" |
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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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100,200,400,800,1600,3200,Auto |
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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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Light exposure modes The set of camera settings that determine how the sensor is exposed to light. Common values include Auto, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Manual and combinations thereof. Each value represents a selectable mode that controls shutter speed, aperture, ISO or a combination of these parameters.
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Aperture priority AE,Auto,Manual,Shutter priority AE |
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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 10.8 Mountain Lion,Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
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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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4608 x 3456 pixels |
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Maximum video resolution The highest pixel dimensions that a device can output or support for video playback or recording, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the maximum resolution available for visual content on the product.
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1920 x 1080 pixels |
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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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16 MP |
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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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3.4 |
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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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30 fps |
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Number of batteries supported The total count of battery units that a product can accommodate or use simultaneously. This value indicates how many separate batteries are required, optional, or compatible with the device, helping users understand power capacity and replacement options.
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1 |
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Optical zoom The multiplier that indicates how many times an image or field of view is enlarged by the optical system of a camera, lens or other imaging device. The value is expressed as a plain number with an optional "x" suffix (e.g., 2x, 5x). It represents the ratio between the magnified and the original size and does not include digital zoom effects.
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42x |
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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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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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Quick start guide Indicates whether a quick‑start guide is provided with the product. A value of "Yes" means that a brief, introductory manual or overview is included to help users get started quickly; "No" indicates that no such guide is supplied.
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Yes |
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Resolution at capture speed The pixel dimensions of a screen when captured or recorded, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the resolution that can be obtained from a device’s display during capture or recording sessions and is useful for comparing visual quality across devices.
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1920x1080@30fps,640x480@30fps |
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Self-timer delay The amount of time, in seconds, that the device waits after a trigger before performing an action such as taking a photo or starting a recording. It represents the delay period configured by the user and is expressed as a numeric value or a set of values separated by commas.
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2,10 s |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
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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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Total megapixels 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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16.8 MP |
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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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AVC,H.264,MOV,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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640 x 480,1280 x 720,1920 x 1080 |
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Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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441 g |
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White balance The set of white‑balance settings available for a camera or imaging device. Each mode adjusts the color temperature and tint to compensate for different lighting conditions (e.g., Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Tungsten). The attribute may contain a single value or a list of selectable modes.
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Auto,Cloudy,Custom modes,Daylight,Fluorescent,Fluorescent H,Tungsten |
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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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120 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.













