Canon officially announces the Canon PowerShot ZOOM

[Canon Rumors Guy]

MELVILLE, N.Y., October 14, 2020 –– Hiking, birdwatching and nature gazing, consumers are embracing the beauty of the outdoors this season and beyond. With this in mind, it is important to have a convenient and intuitive imaging tool to explore the world. Developed to showcase an impressive telephoto reach in a user-friendly, compact design, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today launches the PowerShot ZOOM, the company’s first telephoto monocular.
Preorder the Canon PowerShot ZOOM $299
The lightweight telephoto monocular sports 100mm, 400mm and 800mm telephoto viewing capability1 with a one-touch switch, and is equipped with impressive instant zoom capability to help users view distant subjects. Additionally, the monocular can capture images and videos to a micro SD card, and by pairing it with a compatible smart device2 and the Canon Camera Connect app3, these files can easily be downloaded. This...

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[Chaitanya]

That is certainly very unique little product can see good use for this monocular that can take photos.

 

[bbasiaga]

Not just for the Japanese market after all!

 

[Canon Rumors Guy]

I can't wait to try one out. This is a cool looking product.

 

[Bambel]

Well.. 6 month ago i would have said that this is a very nice gadget to be used in a football stadium. But it seems that i have no other use for something like that for .. quite some time

 

[marathonman]

Waiting for the inevitable "Can't believe it doesn't have dual card slots" posts....

 

[Peter in Boulder]

I've been watching for an alternative to heavy and expensive image stabilized binoculars for a trip to Costa Rica that I hope to reschedule some day. This could be it.

 

[jam05]

Yep, gonna purchase that powershot zoom

 

[StandardLumen]

I love the concept of this product, and I want one, but I think I'm going to wait for reviews to see if the quality is good enough to make it more than just a novelty item.

 

[jam05]

I've been watching for an alternative to heavy and expensive image stabilized binoculars for a trip to Costa Rica that I hope to reschedule some day. This could be it.

 

[jam05]

Hope it arrives by Christmas. Should be a nice stocking stuffer. Unless I keep it for myself

 

[Hyperion]

39 inches EVF for 299$? I want one!

 

[snappy604]

I've been watching for an alternative to heavy and expensive image stabilized binoculars for a trip to Costa Rica that I hope to reschedule some day. This could be it.

pretty much nails the use case scenario I could think of for it. Curious on image quality.

 

[Hector1970]

I think it will sell well. I can see casual use at sports. It has potential for misuse which could help sales.

 

[gbc]

Well.. 6 month ago i would have said that this is a very nice gadget to be used in a football stadium. But it seems that i have no other use for something like that for .. quite some time

Hey, it's even better for standing OUTSIDE a football stadium and peering inside through the gates during a game!

 

[JaimeAndresPhoto1]

The perfect spy tool! I'm sure every P.I. in the world is waiting in line to buy this!

 

[MichaelPDX]

I just pre-ordered mine this morning. Should be great for hiking and bird watching!

 

[Juangrande]

I can't wait to try one out. This is a cool looking product.

I didn’t see anything about weather sealing, or did I miss that. Look like a fun carry around gadget for social media posting etc... would be great if it were waterproof somewhat like a smartphone.

 

[Juangrande]

I've been watching for an alternative to heavy and expensive image stabilized binoculars for a trip to Costa Rica that I hope to reschedule some day. This could be it.

I wonder how it performs in situations other than bright daylight.

 

[Sibir Lupus]

39 inches EVF for 299$? I want one!

I noticed this as well. I'm sure its supposed to be .39 inch. If it were true, it would be bigger then my living room TV! XD