Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS is a 8MP 1/2.5 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS
Key Features — Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS
8MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 3264x2448 pixels, suitable for everyday snapshots and standard prints.
DIGIC III Processor: Canon's image processor from this era handles noise reduction and color rendering for improved image quality out of the camera.
Optical Image Stabilization: OIS compensates for camera shake during handheld shooting, reducing blur in lower-light or telephoto situations.
Face Detection AF: Automatically identifies faces within the contrast-detection AF system, helping keep subjects sharp in casual portraits.
Metal Body Construction: The all-metal chassis measures 90 x 57 x 26 mm and weighs 195g, making it genuinely pocketable and more durable than plastic-bodied compacts.
ISO 80–1600 Range: Provides flexibility to shoot across a range of lighting conditions, from bright daylight down to dimly lit indoor scenes.
Camera Specifications — Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.5 inch |
| Resolution | 8MP |
| Processor | DIGIC III |
| ISO Range | 80 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3264x2448 |
| Burst Rate | 1.3 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS
The Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS pairs an 8MP sensor in a 1/2.5-inch format with Canon's DIGIC III image processor inside a slim metal body measuring just 90 x 57 x 26 mm and weighing 195g. Maximum still image output reaches 3264x2448 pixels, and shooters can choose from five color profiles — Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Black & White — directly in-camera. Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) is built in to help counter handshake. The autofocus system combines Contrast Detection with Face Detection AF across 9 focus points, making it well-suited to casual portraits.
The 2.5-inch TFT LCD at 230,000 dots serves as the primary framing and review screen, complemented by an optical viewfinder. ISO sensitivity spans 80 to 1600. Video recording is available at up to 480p at 30fps in 8-bit depth.
The camera accepts SD and SDHC cards and runs on a Canon NB-5L battery, rated at approximately 230 shots per charge (CIPA). A built-in flash is included; no hot shoe is present. USB connectivity is supported.
Pros — Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS
- ✓Optical image stabilization (OIS) helps reduce blur during handheld shooting
- ✓Face Detection AF across a 9-point contrast-detection autofocus system aids casual portrait photography
- ✓Metal body at a compact 90 x 57 x 26 mm and 195g makes it genuinely pocket-friendly
Cons — Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS
- ✗Video is capped at 480p resolution, well below modern HD standards
- ✗No weather sealing, making it vulnerable to dust and moisture
- ✗Battery rated for approximately 230 shots (CIPA), which is relatively modest
Videos — Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS
Cameras.co.uk Guide to the Canon IXUS 950 IS — A561816