[With Sample Photos] A Palm-Sized Night Scene Machine: Walking Shinjuku at Night with the Canon IXY 100F

Released in 2013, the Canon IXY 100F.

It has a distinctive way of capturing light, unique to digital cameras of that era, that sets it apart from today's overly high-quality smartphone cameras.

This time, we introduce its charm with four sample photos taken while carrying it around Shinjuku at night.

A shot that compresses the depth of the city. Just raise the camera and press the shutter, and the buzz of the night is captured as it is. Highlights on the signs are kept under control, and the gradation from shadows to highlights creates a somehow nostalgic texture.

Shot under the strong light sources that symbolize Shinjuku at night. Newer models would "correct it too neatly" in this situation, but the 100F renders the strong light of the signs dramatically, giving it an atmosphere that looks great on social media.

Even an ordinary vending machine scene comes out clear and rich in texture thanks to efficient light capture. At 12.1 megapixels, a resolution that suits today just right, it renders the soft reflections of the vending machine's interior lighting and the colors of the many bottles without noise.

Compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand, and light enough to take anywhere easily.
The IXY 100F is a camera that brings everyday snapshots closer to you.

Operation is simple, and it is a pleasure how quickly you can shoot as soon as you power it on.
Even if you know little about cameras, it is so easy to use that you will naturally want to press the shutter.

The images have colors that are not too flashy yet still leave a solid impression.
Especially in scenes like street lights and vending machine glow at night, ordinary scenery feels somehow emotional.

Rather than chasing specs, it is a camera that reminds you of the joy of casually capturing everyday life.

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