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title: "Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS 10.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 12x Ultra Wide-Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Black)"
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# Full 1080p HD Video with Stereo Sound World's thinnest 0.76-inch body 12x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS 10.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 12x Ultra Wide-Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Black)

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** € 524.39
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Slim, smart, and zoom-ready — your pocket-sized creative companion!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS 10.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 12x Ultra Wide-Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Black) by canon
- **How much does it cost?** € 524.39 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Cinematic Memories:** Record smooth Full HD 1080p videos with stereo sound and instant playback via HDMI output.
- • **Crystal Clear Shots:** 10.1 MP BSI CMOS sensor with DIGIC 5 processor delivers bright, sharp images even in low light up to ISO 3200.
- • **Ultra-Slim Powerhouse:** Carry the world's thinnest 12x zoom camera everywhere without bulk.
- • **Zoom Into Every Moment:** 12x optical zoom paired with a 28mm wide-angle lens captures stunning detail and expansive scenes.
- • **Smart Shooting Made Simple:** 58 Smart AUTO modes plus Face ID ensure perfect shots effortlessly, every time.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS is a sleek, ultra-compact digital camera featuring a 10.1 MP BSI CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 processor for vibrant, clear images. Its standout 12x optical zoom with a 28mm wide-angle lens and optical image stabilization lets you capture everything from sweeping landscapes to detailed close-ups. With 58 Smart AUTO modes including Face ID, a 3-inch PureColor LCD, and Full HD 1080p video recording with stereo sound, this camera blends professional-grade features into a stylish, pocket-friendly design perfect for on-the-go millennials who never want to miss a moment.

## Description

The Canon 6169B001 PowerShot ELPH 520 HS 10.1MP Ultra-Thin Compact Digital Camera, in black, is a mere 0.76 inches thick and the world's thinnest 12x zoom camera. Canon's pursuit of perfection has driven the development of miniaturization including a lens and 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor that, powered by Canon's DIGIC 5 Image Processor, create images as breathtakingly beautiful as the camera itself. The camera's 12x Optical Zoom and 28mm Wide-Angle Lens is a marvel of optical technology. The Wide-Angle lens gives you more to work with in every shot, adding depth, perspective and grandeur as called for. The camera's sensor was specifically designed for this lens, so even at the long end of the zoom images are bright and clear. It is also packed with the technologies including Smart AUTO with Face ID and Full HD Video. Brimming with a full range of advanced technologies the PowerShot ELPH 520 HS digital camera makes the ultimate style icon incredibly effortless.

Review: Great camera, big zoom - I'm really happy with this camera. It takes great snapshots, and it is so small that I can always have it with me. Nobody will ever mistake it for a several thousand dollar DSLR, either in price, weight, or picture quality, but the 12x zoom in such a small package was the sweet spot for me. And lets face it, for most of us, being able to get the shot because you have your camera is much more important than the really high quality picture--that you're never going to blow up to room size anyway--that you would have got if only you hadn't left your big, heavy, awkward DSLR at home! Some folks have compared the quality to cell phones. There's no comparison. I can get shots that are just dark blobs on the iPhone. The battery is pretty small, though, so make sure you have two or three, which I have always done anyway (they're small, so it isn't that big a deal). Be careful if you buy an off brand battery: Many of them have LESS capacity. Don't go by the picture, many of them appear to be photoshopped to say 1000mAH, but the specs give you the real value. I picked up the Wasabi Power Battery for Canon NB-9L and Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS, ELPH 510 HS, ELPH 520 HS, ELPH 530 HS , and it seems OK so far, but I haven't rigorously tested it. The reviews were pretty good, though.
Review: Amazing full-feature camera in a small package! - I had always been a little intrigued by the Canon ELPH series of cameras but had not purchased one until now. This 520 HS with the CMOS sensor fills my needs for a little pocket camera that works indoors without a flash. In most cases I get a very good image by using the program mode, and allowing a little time for the autofocus to stabilize. The optical zoom works excellent and integrates easily with the digital zoom to reach way out to grab a distant feature, although image quality suffers with digital zoom, as should be expected. This little box fits easily into my cell phone holster allowing it to be always accessible, which is often the best feature of a point and shoot camera and the secret to getting many interesting shots! With the low price and Canon reliability, this is a great bargain and is now my travel companion of choice Dave S

## Features

- World's thinnest camera with a 12x Optical Zoom 28mm Wide-Angle lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
- Canon's HS SYSTEM with a 10.1 MP CMOS Sensor with DIGIC 5 Image Processor (up to 3200 ISO)
- 3.0-inch PureColor System LCD
- Smart AUTO with 58 predefined shooting scenarios and the new Face ID function
- Full 1080p HD Video in Stereo Sound with a dedicated Movie Button and HDMI Output for HDTV viewing

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B006UMM1AY |
| Aperture modes | F3.4-F5.6 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9, 4:3 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Tracking |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #85,276 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #713 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 8 Bit |
| Brand | Canon |
| Built-In Media | Battery, Battery Charger, HDMI Cable, Remote, Tripod, Warranty Card, Wrist Strap |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 28 Mm |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Computers, HDTVs, and other devices that support JPEG files via USB or HDMI |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 2.8 |
| Crop Mode | 16:9 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (436) |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 461000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | [ESTIMATE] LessThan1000 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 10.1 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Automatic, Movie Digest, Program |
| File Format | RAW |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 10 |
| Flash Memory Type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Flash Memory UHS Speed Class | U1 |
| Flash Memory Video Speed Class | 10 |
| Flash Modes | [POSSIBLE VALUES: Auto, On, Off, Slow Synch, Rear Curtain Synch] |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 |
| Focus Features | Contrast Detection |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Ultracompact |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00660685048706 |
| HDMI Type | Type C Mini HDMI |
| Hardware Interface | AV Port |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Weight | 5.5 Ounces |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle, Zoom |
| Manufacturer | Canon |
| Maximum Aperture | 5.6 f |
| Maximum Focal Length | 336 Millimeters |
| Maximum Image Size | 10.1 MP |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 Seconds |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Focal Length | 28 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
| Model Name | Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS |
| Model Number | 6169B001 |
| Model Series | ELPH |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Optical Zoom | 12 |
| Photo Filter Size | 28 Millimeters |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 10.1 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Real Angle Of View | 75.5 Degrees |
| Recording Capacity | 60 Minutes |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS |
| Series Number | 520 |
| Shooting Modes | Underwater |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG |
| Total Still Resolution | 10.1 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 660685048706 013803146769 |
| Video Capture Format | AVC |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Write Speed | 2.8 fps |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9, 4:3
- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Aperture:** 5.6 f
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 336 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 12
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** BSI CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** RAW

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great camera, big zoom
*by D***R on July 28, 2012*

I'm really happy with this camera. It takes great snapshots, and it is so small that I can always have it with me. Nobody will ever mistake it for a several thousand dollar DSLR, either in price, weight, or picture quality, but the 12x zoom in such a small package was the sweet spot for me. And lets face it, for most of us, being able to get the shot because you have your camera is much more important than the really high quality picture--that you're never going to blow up to room size anyway--that you would have got if only you hadn't left your big, heavy, awkward DSLR at home! Some folks have compared the quality to cell phones. There's no comparison. I can get shots that are just dark blobs on the iPhone. The battery is pretty small, though, so make sure you have two or three, which I have always done anyway (they're small, so it isn't that big a deal). Be careful if you buy an off brand battery: Many of them have LESS capacity. Don't go by the picture, many of them appear to be photoshopped to say 1000mAH, but the specs give you the real value. I picked up the Wasabi Power Battery for Canon NB-9L and Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS, ELPH 510 HS, ELPH 520 HS, ELPH 530 HS , and it seems OK so far, but I haven't rigorously tested it. The reviews were pretty good, though.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing full-feature camera in a small package!
*by D***K on March 19, 2013*

I had always been a little intrigued by the Canon ELPH series of cameras but had not purchased one until now. This 520 HS with the CMOS sensor fills my needs for a little pocket camera that works indoors without a flash. In most cases I get a very good image by using the program mode, and allowing a little time for the autofocus to stabilize. The optical zoom works excellent and integrates easily with the digital zoom to reach way out to grab a distant feature, although image quality suffers with digital zoom, as should be expected. This little box fits easily into my cell phone holster allowing it to be always accessible, which is often the best feature of a point and shoot camera and the secret to getting many interesting shots! With the low price and Canon reliability, this is a great bargain and is now my travel companion of choice Dave S

### ⭐ ** Bad for video!! Only read if you are buying for primarily video / vlog / vlogging ***
*by C***E on February 13, 2014*

I have to give this product one star. I feel bad doing this, but if you are like me and only plan on using the camera for video vlogs / vlogging, you will be disappointed. I bought this camera because its small form factor and the video specifications, on paper, is an improvement compared to the ELPH 330 HS. On paper, the 520 HS is superior in that it can record 1080p@30fps vs the 330 HS's 720p@30fps. It is newer than the 330 HS, and its base price is higher. There are positive reviews all over the web and there are not many negative reviews. I could not, however, find reviews that specifically target video. So I went for the 520 and hoped for the best. The camera feels solid, and I cannot knock it for its form factor and its performance when taking photos. It seems to excel at taking photos, and its slim design makes it easy to carry in your pocket. At first it seemed awesome as I recorded the first few videos. I noticed that autofocus was not turned on, and I continued recording after I turned on the autofocus setting. Once I started to edit the clips, I heard a sound that resembles a mix between a metal click and a plastic click. It is repetitive and consistent. At the bottom of this review I will provide a link so you can hear the sound I'm describing. I first thought that the sound could be coming from the plastic dongle of the wrist strap hitting the side of the camera as I moved around. It made sense and it would explain the metal / plastic sound I heard. After removing the strap, however, the sound continued. I noticed that the microphone is embedded into the metal ring around the lens. Usually the microphone is under the flash (as in the 330 HS). This small difference actually makes a rather large impact on the audio quality and makes the 520 HS's microphone super sensitive to any motion of the lens. Once I became aware of the root cause, I searched for any reviews that referenced the same problem. I found only one review that I would consider a trustworthy source (PC magazine- [...] ) PC magazine hit the nail on the head and noticed the issue, but since they were mostly focused on photo specs, the problem only received one sentence in their page long review. Here is what PC magazine says: “The camera can zoom and focus while recording, but the sound of its lens moving in and out is audible on the soundtrack." I read the PC magazine review prior to purchasing this camera, but the issue did not stand out. Furthermore, the 330 HS has the same sound issue when focusing, but the *key* difference is that the 330 HS has a faster autofocus mechanism, and on top of that, the microphone is below the flash. Both of these factors diminish the sound from the lens in the 330 HS. Since the microphone is literally on top of the lens in the 520 HS, the sound of the lens is amplified rather than filtered out. It was very disappointing and I can’t believe Canon did not pick up on this during QA. I don’t understand the benefit of moving the microphone into the lens. Lastly, I am not the only one with this problem. There are two other popular vloggers that I know of who recently upgraded to the 520 and their initial reviews were positive. After a few weeks of video, however, they also noticed the problem. Since they use several different camera models simultaneously, it took longer for them to catch this issue. During this time, however, I bought the camera. So if you plan on buying this camera for primarily video work (such as vlogging), DON’T buy this camera!!! Go with the 330 HS instead. -Michael & Claire One of my videos that highlight the issue: [...] (listen at 3:35 but it happens throughout the video). I usually hide it with background music, but that only goes so far.

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