Canon Digital Ixus 100 IS

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Stylish cameras have always been a staple in most major camera manufacturers' lineup. In the past, these shooters looked good on the outside but not all performed up to par. With the rapid advancement of digital imaging technology today, we are seeing more stunning point-and-shoots that deliver quality pictures. The Canon Digital Ixus 100 IS is one such example. Not only is it a headturner with its good looks, it has decent performance, too. While some users may find the lack of a wide-angle lens a dealbreaker, the inclusion of an HD video-recording feature should somewhat make up for it.

Design

The Ixus 100 IS is available in red, too.

The first thing that hit us when we first laid eyes on the Ixus 100 IS is its size. The slim profile and small footprint are definitely its major selling points. Canon told CNET Asia that this point-and-shoot is the smallest Ixus ever produced. The company is marketing this shooter to women and the fashionable crowd, and we think its target audience will take to it.

The metal chassis is angular but the rounded corners make it look more svelte than techie. The buttons are flush against the surface, and while that complements its style, we had occasional difficulties pressing them. The zoom collar around the shutter button has a tiny lip which can be difficult to operate, too. Overall, the controls took some getting used to.

Users with bigger hands may find the Ixus 100 IS too small to grip, and stubby fingers can also be a problem when pressing the buttons. Some users commented that they occasionally pressed two buttons at once. But considering the shooter is targeted at the women, these shouldn't be much of an issue.

The battery/memory card cover was a little flimsy, so we'd advise users to exercise caution when opening it.

That said, we found the Ixus 100 IS to be a sleek-looking camera that oozes plenty of style. For those who want a small, fashionable shooter, this Ixus rank tops aside from the Sony Cyber-shot T-series.

Tags: Button, Women, Sony Corp., Camera, Metal Chassis

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