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| − | The '''Canon IXUS X-1''' is a compact [[APS]] camera, introduced by [[Canon]] in November 1999. It is one of the | + | The '''Canon IXUS X-1''' is a compact [[APS]] camera, introduced by [[Canon]] in November 1999. It is one of the quirkier [[IXUS APS cameras]], being designed for underwater use. The body has a large viewfinder, shutter release button and ''best shot selector'' dial for use whilst wearing diving equipment. The film and battery doors, and the date/time/message setting and mid-roll rewind buttons are hidden inside a hinged base which is waterproofed by an orange (rectangular) o-ring and a very positive catch. |
The IXUS L-1 name was used in Europe; in America, it was called the ''' ELPH SPORT ''', and in Japan, the '''IXY D5'''. | The IXUS L-1 name was used in Europe; in America, it was called the ''' ELPH SPORT ''', and in Japan, the '''IXY D5'''. | ||
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The Canon IXUS X-1 is a compact APS camera, introduced by Canon in November 1999. It is one of the quirkier IXUS APS cameras, being designed for underwater use. The body has a large viewfinder, shutter release button and best shot selector dial for use whilst wearing diving equipment. The film and battery doors, and the date/time/message setting and mid-roll rewind buttons are hidden inside a hinged base which is waterproofed by an orange (rectangular) o-ring and a very positive catch.
The IXUS L-1 name was used in Europe; in America, it was called the ELPH SPORT , and in Japan, the IXY D5.
Power comes from a CR2 3v battery.
Links
- IXUS X-1 in the Canon Camera Museum
