Canon EOS IX Lite APS SLR Camera w/ 22-55mm Lens

by Canon

Product Details

• Item Weight: 12.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004TH9K
• Batteries: 2 CR2 batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,636 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
  • #14 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Film Cameras > APS Cameras
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 31, 2000

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Canon incorporates the best features of its standard SLR cameras and Advanced Photo System features to produce the EOS IX Lite. It's smaller than most SLR cameras but retains all of the important features you've come to expect for creative control. Because it is an APS camera, film handling is fully automatic. Print quality improvement, index print sheets, and three different picture formats for traditional, wide angle, and panoramic shots are all built in.

The EOS IX Lite offers automatic adjustment for close-ups, portraits, landscapes, action scenes, and night shots. There is a high-performance three- point autofocus system, and an advanced built-in flash that activates automatically or can be shut off manually. This model includes a 22-55mm zoom lens, the ideal basic lens for the EOS IX Lite. The lens has an ultrasonic motor drive that delivers precise, silent, high-speed auto focusing.

It integrates six-zone exposure metering sensors with three autofocus points for ideal exposures in all kinds of lighting conditions. The autofocus system also detects whether the subject is stationary or moving, and automatically adjusts focusing so you can get great shots of sports events. This kit comes with a Canon 22-55mm EF lens; you can add any Canon EF lenses or Speedlites to expand your photographic capabilities.

Product Description

There are times when you need to take photographs that are professional quality, but you don't have the time or space to pack big-time equipment. The Canon EOS IX Lite is exactly what you need to pack when you're traveling light. Carry this SLR anywhere and everywhere to photograph everything. The EOS IX Lite takes advantage of what Canon calls the Advanced Photo System, a system that lets you change rolls in mid-stream, literally and figuratively. If you're in a lighting situation that requires more or less light than the roll you're currently shooting, change it, without sacrificing any of your photos. That's the beauty of the EOS IX. And just wait until you see the beauty of your photographs. Top quality, big time.

Customer Reviews

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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!, October 5, 2000

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This review is from: Canon EOS IX Lite APS SLR Camera w/ 22-55mm Lens (Electronics)

I was on the beach on the east coast, when my old tiny plastic lense camera quit funtioning! It was time to buy an SLR camera! I was skeptical about the APS film. Was it really better? YES. This camera is extraordinarily easy to use, yet retains all manual funtions, if so desired. I love the three different "angles" available (wide, regular,panaramic), and when you get your film back, the proof sheet even outlines the picture to show you what it would look like if you took a panaramic shot, and ordered a "regular" size reprint! These angles are easy to switch between, on the back of the camera. The menu system to access most functions is intuitive and practical. In addition, I finally have a red eye flash that REALLY works. The auto focus is goof proof, providing just the right feel, complete with beeps and green lights. The pictures are crystal clear, you feel as if you could dive into them! If you are toying with the idea of buying a "real" camera, give this one a look! It's lighter in weight than my old "waterproof active camera", and takes far superior pictures. These features plus the creative control both during the taking of the shot, and after you recieve your prints is outstanding. Would I make this purchase again? OH YES!

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating!, December 22, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Canon EOS IX Lite APS SLR Camera w/ 22-55mm Lens (Electronics)

Two camera stores advised against this neat little EOS IX camera because of the APS format. Film size, fuzzy prints, etc. were according to them the drawbacks. They were ready to sell me a 35mm. I don't know what caused me to ignore them, and purchased the EOS IX anyway for our trip to Tahiti. We shot 14 rolls of film, and I came to totally love the APS format - the variety of options in print shapes. After I got used to the great variety of functions (I do not use the full-automatic function), it was an absolute joy to work with this camera. The light weight is a definite plus on a vacation. I purchased a 100-300 mm lens to go with it. The photos we made are our pride and joy. Be sure, however, to have them developed by Kodak! I had to have my entire set re-developed after a fiasco with an in-house developer. (I got my money back.) The only reason why I do not give this camera 5 stars is that I feel the built-in flash is inadequate. I purchased another flash attachment. Otherwise, I highly recommend this camera for the vacation photographer who wants to venture beyond the 'point-and-shoot' little 'box-cameras-for-dummies!'

20 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Canon EOS IX Lite Kit, July 9, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Canon EOS IX Lite APS SLR Camera w/ 22-55mm Lens (Electronics)

This is a wonderful kit. I found that it was great for me, an amateur, as a beginner camera. The fact that the camera is an SLR, but has easy drop in film loading (APS film) really appealed to me. I would recommend this to any beginner who wants to start with a nice camera that can adapt as they learn.