Canon PowerShot D10 – Waterproof, Freezeproof and Shockproof

By Robert • Feb. 21, 2009

Canon PowerShot D10 Canon finally joins the waterproof camera party with the launch of the Canon PowerShot D10. A first of its kind for Canon, the PowerShot D10 comes equipped with a 12.1MP sensor, DIGIC 4 processor, and a 3x optically stabilized zoom lens. It can withstand depths up to 33 feet (10m), is freezeproof from 14 degrees F (minus 10 degrees C) and shockproof up to four feet (1.22m).

The PowerShot D10 also features a special 2.5″ PureColor LCD II, which has been specially modified for better outdoor performance. Protected by a 2mm protective shield, it offers double the brightness of a normal PureColor LCD II – facilitating easy image framing or image review in virtually any environment.

A new Smart Auto mode uses Scene Detection Technology to analyse the shooting scene in detail – checking subject brightness, contrast, distance and overall hue. The camera then selects the optimum mode from 18 possible choices, to ensure perfect settings for any scene.

Additional shooting modes include dedicated underwater, snow and beach modes. A new face self-timer simplifies group shots by waiting until the user enters the frame before shooting.

Price and Availability

The PowerShot D10 IS Digital Camera is scheduled to be available in early May for retail price of $329.99 (U.S. MSRP). In Europe, the camera will be priced at £379.00 / €449.00 RRP inc. VAT.

Accessories include a customized strap, face plates, and a carabineer hook (attached to a strap).

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