Rugged, Clippable Outdoor Design
The weather-sealed 90 g body clips on for active outings, and the clip doubles as a viewfinder for screen-less shooting.
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IVY REC
A rugged, clip-on digital camera designed for outdoor snapshots and simple use. It gained attention as a fun alternative to phone shooting in active settings.
General Information
BrandCanon
NameIVY REC
Product Highlights
13 MP Photos and Full HD Video
A 13 MP CMOS sensor captures stills, while video records at up to 1080p 60 fps with electronic image stabilization.
Wireless Mobile Connectivity
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy 4.2 support mobile connectivity, with GPS data available through the mobile app.
The Canon IVY REC is a 13-megapixel, screen-less point-and-shoot camera with a clippable outdoor design, electronic image stabilization, Full HD video, and wireless mobile connectivity.
Media Reviews
drekitech5.3/10
Canon Ivy Rec Review – An Ivy Wreck? – drekitech
The reviewer states the camera is not worth its full price, noting major faults such as poor image quality and a difficult-to-use app. However, they found the experience of shooting without immediate feedback surprisingly fun and worthwhile at a significantly discounted secondhand price.
Photofocus0/5
Canon's new IVY REC camera shows just how out of touch the company is - Photofocus
The reviewer criticizes the camera for lacking groundbreaking features, noting that modern smartphones perform equally well or better. They argue the product demonstrates that Canon is out of touch with the current market.
Digital Camera World
This Canon is the worst camera I've ever bought
The editor-in-chief describes the IVY REC as the worst camera he has ever bought, criticizing the poor quality of the sensor, which he claims is inferior to old mobile phones. He describes the images as muddy and poorly defined.
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Video Analysis
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Canon IVY REC: The Experimental Adventure Camera | Indy News
135,817 views • 7 years ago
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i love this terrible camera - Canon Ivy Rec
102,909 views • 2 years ago
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Canon Invents the GoPro Hero 2 HD! | Ivy Rec or Ivy Wreck? | Canon Ivy Rec Review with Video Samples
12,595 views • 6 years ago
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Canon Ivy Rec Review
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10:24
Canon Ivy REC Review and crappy unboxing ...well kinda.
1,560 views • 6 years ago
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Canon Ivy Rec Outdoor Digital Camera on QVC
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 1000 shots | shots |
| Body Type | point-and-shoot / clippable outdoor activity camera (screen-less) | |
| Connectivity Options | Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n), Bluetooth Low Energy 4.2, GPS via mobile app | |
| Image Stabilization | Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) | |
| Iso Range | AUTO (ISO 100–3200) | |
| Lens Type | Fixed zoom lens | |
| Max Frame Rate | 60 fps | fps |
| Sensor Resolution | 13 MP | MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | |
| Storage Support | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC (Class 10 or above recommended; up to 256GB) | |
| Video Resolution | 1080p (Full HD) up to 60fps (also 1080p 30fps; 720p 30fps) | |
| Viewfinder Type | none (screen-less; clip doubles as a viewfinder) | |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | |
| Weight | 90 g | g |
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