Description The Canon IXUS IX240 is a premium APS compact camera featuring a 24–48mm f/4.5–6.2 zoom lens and hybrid autofocus. Designed for simplicity and style, it offers automatic exposure, drop-in film loading, and support for all APS formats (C, H, P). Its stainless steel body and retractable flash make it a standout in late-1990s compact design, ideal for collectors and casual shooters alike.
Condition Overall Condition: Excellent Powers up, not film tested
Included
Canon IXUS IX240 camera body
Original presentation box
Leather case
Instruction manual and promotional inserts
Collectors Notes Launched in 1996, the IX240 was Canon’s first APS compact and a design icon. Known as the ELPH in the US and IXY in Japan, it became a runaway success thanks to its sleek styling and innovative features. The boxed edition adds significant collector value, especially when complete with original accessories and documentation.
Key Features
24–48mm f/4.5–6.2 zoom lens (APS format equivalent)
Hybrid autofocus system (active/passive)
Automatic exposure with backlight compensation
Shutter speeds from 2s to 1/500s
Built-in retractable flash with red-eye reduction
Zoom viewfinder with AF and format indicators
Supports APS film formats: Classic (C), HDTV (H), Panorama (P)
Stainless steel alloy body
Compact dimensions: 90×60×27mm; weight: 180g
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