Canon Releases New PowerShot GOLF Laser Rangefinder Camera

TapTechNews May 21st news, Canon has released a creative crossover new product - the PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera.

According to the introduction, this laser rangefinder camera combines the advantages of telescope technology and compact digital camera, and adopts laser ranging technology. Different from GPS ranging products on the market, it has high ranging accuracy and shooting function.

The PowerShot GOLF adopts an integrated compact structure design, weighing about 151 grams, suitable for users who need laser ranging and golf enthusiasts. Using a rangefinder in golf can improve the accuracy of distance judgment, support tactical decisions, improve the efficiency of the game, understand the complex site conditions and enhance the psychological stability of the players.

The PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera is equipped with a sensor of about 11 million pixels, and the measured distance is about 700-800 yards (TapTechNews note: about 640-732 meters). Its built-in lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length of about 410mm can also use 2x digital zoom to expand the focal length to about 820mm, and can capture the flagpole even at a long distance.

At the same time, the PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera is also a laser rangefinder with the functions of taking pictures and video recording. It can not only record photos in JPEG format and videos in MP4 format, but also help golfers measure and record distances to help them continuously improve the performance of each shot.

In terms of operability, the PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera adopts an electronic viewfinder and a simple interface to facilitate users to quickly get started and operate.

The PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera has a slope compensation function, which can not only measure the straight-line distance from the set target, but also measure the distance that the ball should fly out according to the fairway slope. In addition, when the ranging is completed or continuous ranging, the rangefinder will vibrate to remind in real time, and it also has the functions of flagpole locking, continuous ranging, and optical image stabilization.

Considering the use in the outdoor environment, the PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera supports the water drop resistance performance equivalent to IPX4.

It is worth mentioning that since the PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera can record photos and videos with the measured distance written, it can be replayed and reviewed after playing. By shooting the scenes such as the tee shot, the second shot, the putt, and the ground ball near the green, it helps users improve their skills. Not only that, the PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera also has the function of video recording memo information, which can play a role in reviewing the playing process.

Canon's PowerShot GOLF laser rangefinder camera will be released in July, and the pricing has not been announced yet.