Reviewing the travel camera Canon IXUS 125 HS

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The Canon IXUS 125 HS travel camera boasts a compact, stylish design that catches the eye. Additionally, this camera is equipped with advanced features such as optical image stabilization (IS) and fast autofocus.

The Canon IXUS 125 HS travel camera (also known by another name, Canon PowerShot ELPH 110 HS, in some markets) features a compact, stylish design that catches the eye. Additionally, this camera is equipped with advanced features such as optical image stabilization (IS) and fast autofocus. In the following article, we will delve into more details about this camera.

Design of the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera

The IXUS 125 HS travel camera is a model belonging to Canon's Ultracompact line. The camera has a rectangular box-shaped design, with the edges of the front surface rounded for easy grip. It is designed to be compact with overall dimensions of 93.2 x 57 x 20 mm, and a weight including the battery of 140 g.

The IXUS 125 HS camera is a model belonging to Canon's Ultracompact line, featuring a sleek, lightweight design.

The front of the camera is designed entirely smooth, housing the usual lens, built-in flash, and focus indicator light positioned slightly to the right. On the left side is the mode dial with the Canon logo embossed and the model name.

The top edge of the Canon IXUS 125 HS travel camera features only 3 function buttons.

The top edge of the Canon IXUS 125 HS travel camera features only 3 function buttons: power button, shutter button, and zoom ring stacked on top of each other.

The Canon IXUS 125 HS features a 3-inch PureColor II G TFT LCD screen.

The rear of the camera, as usual, is where the screen is located. The Canon IXUS 125 HS features a 3-inch PureColor II G TFT LCD screen positioned to the left. To the right of the screen are functional buttons such as the video mode switch, directional pad, playback button, and menu button.

The bottom edge houses the battery compartment and memory card slot along with a tripod mounting screw.

On the right side are the ports for connecting the camera. The bottom edge houses the battery compartment, memory card slot, and tripod mounting screw.

Specifications and auxiliary features of the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera

The Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera is equipped with a 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor, with a resolution of 16.1 megapixels. The camera's processor is the DIGIC 5 processing chip, with an ISO range from 100 to 3200.

The Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera is equipped with a 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor, with a resolution of 16.1 megapixels.

The lens of the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera has a focal length of 4.3-21.5 mm (equivalent to a 24-120 mm focal length lens on a full-frame sensor). The aperture ranges from f/2.7 to f/5.9, and it also features IS image stabilization. This lens is capable of macro photography with a minimum focusing distance of 3 cm.

The lens of the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera has a focal length of 4.3-21.5 mm (equivalent to a 24-120 mm focal length lens on a full-frame sensor).

The Canon IXUS 125 HS travel camera only supports capturing JPEG files with resolutions of 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 2664, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480. It can record videos with resolutions of 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps).

The Canon IXUS 125 HS travel camera also features a slow-motion recording function at 640 x 480 with 120 frames per second, or 340 x 240 pixels with 240 frames per second. Canon has also improved the noise of the zoom motor and allows optical zoom during video recording, a significant advancement for the brand. The Canon IXUS 220 HS travel camera does not come with features like GPS and wireless connectivity. Additionally, this camera includes a fisheye effect to create curved photos and a wide-angle view.

Image quality of the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera

The focal range of the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera is from 24-120 mm, covering a wide range from street photography to portraits. The maximum aperture of f/2.7 is achieved at a focal length of 24 mm.

Photo taken with the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera at 24 mm focal length, f/2.7 aperture, and ISO 100

Photo taken with the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera at 48 mm focal length, f/4.5 aperture, and ISO 100

Photo taken with the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera at 120 mm focal length, f/5.9 aperture, and ISO 160

JPEG photos taken with the Canon IXUS 125 HS compact camera are processed to achieve high sharpness, showcasing fine details. The dynamic range of the photos is wide, and the white balance capability is good, resulting in accurate colors.

Conclusion

Advantages:

- Professional design, convenient and easy controls

- Compact and easy to carry in your pocket

- Good photo quality

Disadvantages:

- Screen resolution is not high.

- Does not save photos in raw format.

- Does not have built-in wireless connectivity.

- No HDMI connectivity

Minh Huong

(Source: photographyblog)