Canon Digital IXUS 135 is an ultra-compact camera with 8x optical zoom, 16-megapixel sensor, built-in Wi-Fi and 2.7 "screen, available in blue, black, silver and pink.
Canon IXUS 135 is equipped withwide-angle 8x zoom lens with optical image stabilization. Video recording is performed at 720p resolution and 25 fps after pressing a dedicated button on the back panel. A compact camera easily fits in your pocket, and the metal case is available in several finishes. In Intelligent Auto mode, the camera automatically selects 1 of 32 scenes. Macro photography is possible at 1 cm from the subject, and Eco mode will extend the battery life from 200 to 275 frames. The camera supports Wi-Fi, which simplifies the exchange of images and allows you to use a GPS smartphone for geotagging photos.
Canon IXUS 135 features a compacta metal case that is small enough and light enough to be carried in your pocket, but it does not have anything to help capture, so using the supplied strap is highly recommended. On the back of the camera is a slider, allowing you to switch to automatic control. Other modes are available in the menu. There are also buttons for video recording, playback and menus, as well as a navigation bar with a function key in the center and quick access to macro, flash settings, display, exposure compensation or Wi-Fi in playback mode.
Built-in tips and tips explain everythingoption of the camera, simplifying its use. The function key allows you to recall the most frequently used settings, which simplifies their selection and modification. Using the menu button, you can select additional photo settings and settings. In playback mode, playback and printing settings are available.
In order to use the wirelessconnection, you must enter the playback mode and press the Wi-Fi button. The screen displays various available options represented by symbols. You can connect the camera to an existing network or create your own, and then connect the camera to the phone. Using the Canon Camera Window application on iOS or Android, you can view pictures, transfer them to your smartphone or share them, and also use your mobile device as a GPS recorder.
The battery life is limited to 200 pictures (in accordance with CIPA tests) and 275 frames in Eco mode. Using Wi-Fi is likely to lead to premature battery discharge.
The reaction time of the shutter is 0.125 s, with a widefocus - 0,3 s, with full zoom - 0,4 s. The camera is ready to shoot after 1.75 seconds after turning it on. The delay between two consecutive shots without using a flash is 3.3 seconds, and with a flash, 4.6 seconds. The speed of continuous shooting is 0,6 fps, and with flash - 0,3 fps. In general, the speed of focusing and reaction of the shutter Canon IXUS 135 reviews of users are called sufficient, although the serial shooting is not very fast, and the delay between frames is quite large.
To improve the dynamic range, you canUse the iContrast parameter, which allows you to improve the detail of the shadows. At the wide-angle end of the lens, there is noticeably little vignetting, but the barrel and cushion distortions are minimal and do not seem to affect most of the images. Detailing is reasonable, although the corners of the pictures become softer. Violet edging becomes noticeable when shooting trees, but it is not very visible in other situations.
At ISO 100, the noise is low, but increases to ISO200. At ISO 400, the noise continues to increase, reducing the detail of the image. Domination of interference begins at ISO 800, and ISO 1600 generally should be avoided. As expected, the camera with a CCD sensor has a low noise performance, and the maximum sensitivity is limited to ISO 1600 if the candle mode is not used when the image size is reduced to 4 megapixels and ISO is increased to ISO 3200.
AWB gives a warm result with light bulbsincandescent, and with the appropriate presetting the picture looks much more neutral. AWB works well under fluorescent lighting, and the preset gives a very slight tint.
Canon IXUS 135 offers several color options, effects and creative options. Built-in HDR mode or automatic panning is not available.
Recording of clips is made with a resolution of 1280x720 at a speed of 25 fps with monophonic sound. The quality seems good, and when the maximum optical zoom is achieved, digital becomes available.
Canon IXUS 135 costs about 119 pounds, whichsays a good price-performance ratio for one of the cheapest cameras with built-in Wi-Fi. If this functionality is superfluous, then for a smaller fee you can buy Canon IXUS 132. Alternative compact cameras with a longer than usual 10x optical zoom and wireless connection - Samsung WB30F, Panasonic Lumix SZ5 and Canon IXUS 255 HS. In addition, you will need to purchase a memory card and a case or bag to protect the camera.
Canon IXUS 135 - compact and stylish camera withgood 8x optical zoom. The photos are sharp due to optical stabilization, and on the back panel there is a 2.7 "screen. A larger display would deprive the camera of compactness, so this is an acceptable compromise, although a higher resolution would be pleasant. According to user feedback, the controls are of sufficient size, making the camera easy to use. IXUS 135 with Wi-Fi is slightly more expensive than the 132-th model, but competitors offer additional features, such as Full HD video and high-speed shooting. However, as a rule, they will cost a bit more.
