Small, flat and lightweight compact camera, for automatic pictures. With network function. Strengths: fast autofocus, basic operations are simple. Weakness: equipment rather simple. Camera overall satisfactory, with a tendency towards good.
Canon Ixus 285 Hs
4.5 - 54 mm, 20.20 Mpx, 1/2,3''Product details
Style in a pocket size:
This ultra-slim and stylish IXUS in a metal housing can be taken anywhere and features a flexible 25mm wide-angle lens with 12x optical zoom (24x ZoomPlus), allowing you to capture every subject – from very close to far away – in high-quality photos and movies. Auto Zoom determines the ideal zoom level at the push of a button.
Instant Full HD movie recording:
Recording great movies is fun and easy. Just press the button and the Full HD movie recording (1,080p) in MP4 format begins. For creative versatility, the optical zoom can also be used in movie mode, and thanks to Dynamic IS image stabilization, the recordings are high-quality and razor-sharp.
Quickly connected:
With Wi-Fi and NFC, you can connect the camera to a compatible mobile device with a simple touch. Image Sync automatically backs up new recordings to a cloud service; wireless remote control via mobile device allows for great group shots. The Wi-Fi button provides quick direct access to Wi-Fi functions.
Top-notch quality:
Enjoy exceptionally detailed shots – even in low light – thanks to the 20.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and Digic 4+ processor. The intelligent optical image stabilizer ensures sharp photos and movies in any situation, and the 7.2 cm (3.0 inch) LCD display offers an excellent view of the scene and recordings.
Simple creativity:
When you press the shutter button, Creative Shot automatically analyzes the scene and generates 5 additional unique interpretations of the original shot. With a minimum focusing distance of about 1 cm, you can capture impressive details of everyday objects; when shooting in Hybrid Auto mode, the camera automatically compiles an HD movie diary (720p) of the shooting day.
Continuous shooting mode | 2.50 FPS |
Camera type | Compact camera |
Wireless transmission | NFC, Wi-Fi |
Image sensor format | 1/2,3'' |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Item number | 5682540 |
Manufacturer | Canon |
Category | Cameras |
Manufacturer no. | 1082C001 |
Release date | 25.1.2016 |
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Colour | Violet |
Exact colour description | Violet |
Camera type | Compact camera |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Wireless transmission | NFC, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Flash integrated |
White balance | Manual |
Exposure type | Auto, Manual |
Exposure compensation | ± 2EV in 1/3 steps |
Self-timer delay | 10 s, 2 s |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash off, Flash Off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronisation |
Image sensor resolution | 20.20 Mpx |
Image resolution | 5184 x 3888 pixels |
Image sensor type | Backlit CMOS |
Image sensor format | 1/2,3'' |
Supported page ratios | 1:1, 16:9, 3:2, 4:3 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 80 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 3200 |
Focal length | 4.5 - 54 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 4.50 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 54 mm |
Optical zoom | 12 x |
Lens equipment | Image stabilisation |
Display size (inches) | 2.70" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Resolution | 461000 Pixels |
Viewfinder type | No viewfinder |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Minimum focus distance | 1 cm |
Autofocus type | AI |
Autofocus areas | 9 x |
Shutter speed | 15 - 1/2000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 15 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/2000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 2.50 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | Full HD |
Max. frame rate | Full HD (30fps) |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | JPEG |
Video file formats | mp4 |
Waterproof | 0 m |
Connections | Micro HDMI (Type D), USB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Power capacity | 2.90 Wh |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Battery charger, Power cord, Rechargeable battery, Wrist strap |
Width | 99.60 mm |
Length | 22.80 mm |
Height | 58 mm |
Weight | 147 g |
Length | 16 cm |
Width | 14 cm |
Height | 6 cm |
Weight | 518 g |
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Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Sony1 %
- 2.Canon1,2 %
- 2.Nikon1,2 %
- 4.Fujifilm1,6 %
- 4.RICOH1,6 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 7.Panasonic11 days
- 8.Olympus13 days
- 9.Fujifilm14 days
- 10.RICOH15 days
- 11.Canon21 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 3.Kodak3,1 %
- 4.Pentax3,2 %
- 5.Canon4,3 %
- 6.Olympus4,8 %
- 7.Rollei5,1 %

- With 25mm very usable wide angle range
- Good optical image stabiliser (for photo and video)
- Very good macro mode (from approx. 1cm subject distance)
- Fast and accurate autofocus in video mode
- Compatible with all tested memory cards up to 256GB
- Compatible with 256GB Lexar Professional 600x Speed (UHS-I, Class 10) SDXC Memory Card