Canon IXUS 285 HS A: Style and Performance in Pocket Size
This IXUS camera combines sophisticated style with powerful performance in a compact, pocket-sized design. Featuring a 12x optical zoom and Wi-Fi with NFC, it makes capturing and sharing your photos incredibly easy.
Key Features
The Canon IXUS 285 HS A offers a versatile 12x optical zoom lens, starting at a 25mm ultra-wide angle, perfect for capturing expansive scenes or getting closer to your subject. With ZoomPlus, you can extend the zoom up to 24x while maintaining high image quality.
- 25mm Wide-Angle Lens: Capture more in your frame, from landscapes to group shots.
- 12x Optical Zoom: Get closer to subjects without losing detail.
- 24x ZoomPlus: Extend zoom reach with enhanced digital zoom.
- 20.2 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor: Delivers detailed, high-quality images, even in low light.
- DIGIC 4+ Image Processor: Ensures fast performance and excellent image processing for sharp, vibrant photos and movies.
- 7.5 cm (3.0-inch) LCD Screen: A clear and bright display for easy framing and reviewing.
- WLAN and NFC Connectivity: Effortlessly share photos and videos wirelessly to smartphones, tablets, and other compatible devices.
Exceptional Image Quality
Enjoy remarkably detailed photos and movies, even in low light, thanks to the 20.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor and the DIGIC 4+ processor. The intelligent optical image stabilizer ensures sharp, blur-free results in any situation, while the 7.5 cm (3.0-inch) LCD provides a clear view of your scene.
Effortless Full-HD Video Recording
Capture your moments in motion with Full-HD (1080p) video recording in MP4 format. The optical zoom can be used during movie recording, and Dynamic IS image stabilization keeps your footage smooth and steady.
Creative Freedom and Easy Connectivity
Unleash your creativity with modes like Creative Shot, which automatically generates multiple artistic interpretations of your original photo. Get as close as 1 cm for detailed macro shots. With WLAN and NFC, connecting to your smartphone is simple, enabling easy sharing and remote shooting via the Canon Camera Connect app.
Technical Specifications
| Type | 1/2.3-inch type Back Illuminated CMOS |
| Effective Pixels | Approx. 20.2 MP |
| Total Pixels | Approx. 21.1 MP |
| Color Filter | RGB Primary Color Filters |
| Type | DIGIC 4+ with iSAPS technology |
| Focal Length | 4.5–54.0 mm (35 mm equivalent: 25–300 mm) |
| Zoom | Optical: 12x; ZoomPlus: 24x; Digital: Approx. 4x (up to 1.6x or 2.0x with digital teleconverter); Combined: Approx. 48x |
| Max. Aperture | f/3.6–f/7.0 |
| Lens Construction | 9 elements in 7 groups (1 double-sided aspherical UA lens, 1 double-sided aspherical lens, 1 single-sided aspherical lens) |
| Image Stabilizer | Yes (Lens shift-type), Approx. 2.5 stops [7]. Intelligent IS with 4-axis Enhanced Dynamic IS |
| Type | TTL |
| AF System/Points | 9-point AiAF (linked to face detection); Central Spot AF (middle) |
| AF Functions | Single, Continuous, Servo AF/AE [4], Tracking AF |
| AF Point Selection | Size (Normal/Small) |
| AF Assist Beam | Yes |
| Closest Focusing Distance | Approx. 1 cm (Wide) from front of lens in Macro mode |
| Metering Methods | Multi-zone (linked to face detection), Center-weighted average, Spot (middle) |
| AE Lock | Yes |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Optimized i-Contrast for automatic brightness optimization in dark image areas. |
| ISO Sensitivity | AUTO, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Shutter Speed | 1 - 1/2,000 sec. (factory setting); 15 - 1/2,000 sec. (total range; depends on selected shooting mode) |
| Type | TTL |
| Settings | Auto (incl. face detection WB), Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom. |
| Type | sRGB |
| Type | 7.5 cm (3.0-inch) LCD (TFT), approx. 461,000 dots |
| Field Coverage | Approx. 100% |
| Brightness | Adjustable in 5 levels. Quick-Bright LCD |
| Modes | Auto, Manual Flash On/Off, Slow Synchro |
| Slow Synchro | Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/2,000 sec. |
| Red-eye Reduction | Yes |
| Flash Exposure Compensation | Face Detection FE, Smart Flash Exposure |
| Flash Range (Internal Flash) | 0.5 - 4.0 m (Wide) / 1.0 - 2.0 m (Tele) |
| Modes | Hybrid Auto, Creative Shot, Special Scene Modes (Smart Auto for 32 shooting situations), P, Portrait, Intelligent Scene (Smile, Wink, Face Timer), High-Speed Continuous Shooting (5.0 MP), Handheld Night Scene, Low Light (5.0 MP), Fisheye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Vivid, Poster Effect, Fireworks, Long Exposure) |
| Movie Shooting Modes | Smart Auto (for 21 shooting situations), Program AE, Portrait, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, Vivid, Poster Effect, Fireworks |
| Creative Filters | My Colors (My Colors Off, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Darker Skin Tone, Lighter Skin Tone, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, Custom Color) |
| Drive Mode | Single, Continuous Shooting, Self-Timer |
| Continuous Shooting | Approx. 2.5 shots/sec. High-speed continuous shooting (5.0 MP): Approx. 7.2 shots/sec. (until memory card is full) [2] [3] |
| Image Size | 4:3 (L) 5,184 x 3,888, (M) 2,592 x 1,944, (M1) 3,648 x 2,736, (M2) 2,048 x 1,536, (S) 640 x 480 16:9 (L) 5,184 x 2,912, (M1) 3,648 x 2,048, (M2) 1,920 x 1,080, (S) 640 x 360 3:2 (L) 5,184 x 3,456, (M1) 3,648 x 2,432, (M2) 2,048 x 1,368, (S) 640 x 424 1:1 (L) 3,888 x 3,888, (M1) 2,736 x 2,736, (M2) 1,536 x 1,536, (S) 480 x 480 |
| Compression | Resizing possible during playback. Superfine, Fine |
| Movies | (Full-HD) 1,920 x 1,080, 29.97 fps; (HD) 1,280 x 720, 29.97 fps; (L) 640 x 480, 29.97 fps Miniature Effect (HD, L) 6 fps, 3 fps, 1.5 fps; Hybrid Auto (HD) 29.97 fps |
| Movie Length | (Full-HD & HD) Up to 4 GB or 29 min. 59 sec. [5]; (L) Up to 4 GB or 1 hour [3] |
| Photos | JPEG compression (compliant with Exif 2.3 [Exif Print]) / Design rule for Camera File system, Digital Print Order Format [DPOF] Version 1.1 |
| Videos | MP4 [Movie: MPEG4-AVC / H.264], Audio: MPEG4 AAC-LC (Mono)] |
| Canon Printers | Canon SELPHY photo printers and Canon inkjet printers compatible with PictBridge |
| PictBridge | Yes (via USB) |
| GPS | Via mobile device (in combination with Canon Camera Connect app and compatible mobile device) |
| Red-eye Correction | Yes, during shooting and playback |
| Intelligent Orientation Sensor | Yes, with auto rotation |
| Histogram Display | Yes, during playback |
| Magnify Playback | Approx. 2x – 10x |
| Self-Timer | Approx. 2, 10 sec. or custom setting |
| Menu Languages | English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Finnish, Italian, Greek, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Spanish, Ukrainian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai, Arabic, Romanian, Farsi, Hindi, Malay, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Hebrew |
| Computer | Hi-Speed USB (Mini-B compatible) |
| Other | HDMI Micro (Type D); A/V Output (PAL/NTSC); WLAN (IEEE802.11 b/g/n), (2.4 GHz only), with Dynamic NFC support [6] |
| Type | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC |
| PC and Mac | Windows 10/8.1/8/7 SP1 [9]; Mac OS X 10.9/10.10/10.11. For WLAN connection to PC: Windows 10/8.1/8/7 SP1; Mac OS X 10.9/10.10 |
| Other | CameraWindow DC; Map Utility; Camera Connect App available for iOS and Android mobile devices |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion Battery NB-11L / NB-11LH (NB-11LH battery and charger included) |
| Battery Life | Approx. 180 shots; Eco Mode: Approx. 265 shots; Playback Mode: Approx. 240 min. |
| Camera Cases / Straps | Camera Case DCC-1350; Camera Case DCC-1370 |
| Power Supply & Chargers | Battery Charger CB-2LFE; Battery NB-11L/NB-11LH |
| Other | Canon AV Cable AVC-DC400; USB Cable IFC-400PCU |
| Operating Environment | 0–40 °C, 10–90% relative humidity |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 99.6 x 58.0 x 22.8 mm |
| Weight (incl. battery and memory card) | 146 g (CIPA compliant) |
Product Assortment
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Dimensions / Logistics Information
| Product Name | Mercury Code | EAN Code |
|---|---|---|
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A BK EU26 | 7281C001AA | 4549292250978 |
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A BK SEE | 7281C007AA | 8714574693187 |
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A SL EU26 | 7284C001AA | 4549292251036 |
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A SL SEE | 7284C008AA | 8714574693200 |
| Accessory Name | Mercury Code | EAN Code |
|---|---|---|
| Battery NB-11LH | 9391B001AB | 4549292004472 |
| Battery Charger CB-2LFE | 8420B001BA | 4960999977324 |
| USB Cable IFC-400PCU | 9370A001AA | 4960999209906 |
| Audio-Video Cable AVC-DC400 | 2563B001AA | 4960999570754 |
| DCC-2400 Travel Case | 1534C002AC | 4549292072020 |
| Product Name | Mercury Code | Pack Type | Package Description | Quantity | Length (cm) | Width (cm) | Height (cm) | Net Weight (kg) | Gross Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A BK EU26 | 7281C001AA | EA | Individual | 1 | 15.9 | 13.8 | 6 | 0.3719 | 0.465 |
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A BK SEE | 7284C001AA | CT | Carton | 15 | 44.7 | 32.6 | 20.2 | - | 8.10 |
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A SL EU26 | 7281C007AA | EP | Europallet | 375 | 120 | 80 | 116 | - | 202 |
| D.CAM IXUS 285 HS A SL SEE | 7284C008AA | Layers per pallet | 5 | ||||||
| Cartons per layer | 5 | ||||||||
| Products per layer | 75 |
What's in the Box
- IXUS 285 HS A Digital Camera
- WS-800 Hand Strap
- NB-11LH Battery
- CB-2LFE Battery Charger
- Power Cable
- Manuals
