Canon IXY 650 is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 51,000, brand new and sealed, with a 20.2MP CMOS sensor, a 12x optical zoom and Full HD video. Canon sells this same camera as the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS in the Americas and the IXUS 285 HS in Europe and much of Asia, while the IXY 650 name belongs to the Japanese market. The Canon IXY 650 zooms from a 25mm wide angle to 300mm, adds optical image stabilization and shares photos to your phone over Wi-Fi and NFC. See it at the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for parents, teachers, estate agents, insurance assessors and travellers across Kenya, the Canon IXY 650 fills the gap a phone leaves. Phones look sharp at arm's length but turn soft and grainy when you zoom on a child crossing the stage at a Kenyatta University graduation or a lion resting across a valley in the Mara. The Canon IXY 650 uses real glass to bring distant subjects close without cropping the picture. It slips into a shirt pocket at about 147g, and it spares your phone's storage and battery for M-Pesa, calls and maps on a long day out.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya, Mascom International sells the Canon IXY 650 sealed from a walk-in Nairobi CBD store, with a 12-month warranty we handle ourselves. Canon first released this model in Japan in 2016, so it suits buyers who want simple point-and-shoot zoom rather than the newest video features. Customers across Nairobi tell us they want a camera they can hand to a grandparent or a teenager without a lesson. Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches Nakuru, Eldoret and Kisumu the next business day. Call or WhatsApp us to reserve the Canon IXY 650, or come and test the zoom in person.
Common Questions About the Canon IXY 650
How much is the Canon IXY 650 in Kenya?
The Canon IXY 650 costs KSh 51,000 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, brand new and sealed. The price includes the NB-11LH rechargeable battery, a battery charger and a 12-month warranty serviced at our Kimathi Street store. A memory card is not part of the box, so budget for an SD card. Delivery is pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties, so you pay by M-Pesa or cash when it arrives. For a much longer zoom, the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS costs KSh 92,000, which is KSh 41,000 more.
Should I buy the Canon IXY 650 or the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS?
Choose the Canon IXY 650 for a slim, simple zoom camera at KSh 51,000, and the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS at KSh 92,000 if you need far more reach. The Canon IXY 650 and its 12x zoom cover stage events, family gatherings and street scenes well. The SX740 HS adds a much longer zoom, a newer image processor and higher-resolution video, which matters for wildlife and sport from the stands. The Canon IXY 650 is thinner and lighter for a pocket. If you film more than you photograph, the SX740 HS is the better spend.
How do I charge the Canon IXY 650 in Kenya, especially during power cuts?
The Canon IXY 650 charges its NB-11LH battery in the supplied external charger. Because this is a Japanese-market camera, confirm on WhatsApp whether the charger needs an adapter for Kenya's three-pin sockets. A full battery gives about 180 shots, or about 265 in Eco Mode, so one spare NB-11LH battery covers a long day during KPLC outages. Charge both batteries whenever power is on. In hot weather, never leave the camera on a car dashboard in Mombasa or Garissa, since heat shortens battery life.
Is the Canon IXY 650 better than a smartphone camera?
The Canon IXY 650 beats most phones at zoom, because its 12x optical lens reaches 300mm without cropping the image. Many phones rely on digital cropping or a small telephoto lens, so distant faces at a school play or a Safari Rally stage come out soft. Newer phones may beat the Canon IXY 650 in dim restaurants and at night, thanks to heavy software processing. The camera also leaves your phone free for calls, M-Pesa and WhatsApp. Buy it for reach and simple handling, not for night shots.
How many photos does the Canon IXY 650 take on one charge?
The Canon IXY 650 takes about 180 shots per charge in standard use and about 265 shots in Eco Mode, according to Canon. Playback alone runs for about 240 minutes. For a full graduation at the University of Nairobi or a wedding in Kiambu, 180 shots can run short, so a spare NB-11LH battery is a sensible add-on. Switch off Wi-Fi when you are not sharing photos to save power. A 32GB SD card holds about 6,000 photos, so the battery runs out long before the card fills.
Can I send photos from the Canon IXY 650 to my phone for WhatsApp?
Yes, the Canon IXY 650 has built-in Wi-Fi and Dynamic NFC, so you can send photos to an Android phone or iPhone without a cable. Install Canon's Camera Connect app, pair the camera once, then move selected shots across to post on WhatsApp, Instagram or Facebook. Android phones with NFC can tap the camera to connect faster. The Wi-Fi runs on the 2.4GHz band only, so keep the phone close during transfers. For full albums, copying the SD card to a laptop is quicker.
Is the Canon IXY 650 good for estate agents, insurance assessors and field reports?
Yes, the Canon IXY 650 suits professionals who document property, vehicles and sites. The 25mm wide angle fits small rooms, and the 12x zoom picks out roof damage or a number plate from a distance. Estate agents in Kilimani and Westlands get clean listing photos without carrying a large camera. Assessors and NGO field staff can keep work photos off their personal phones. Optical image stabilization holds zoomed shots steady, and the 20.2MP files print cleanly in reports.
Who should buy the Canon IXY 650 and who should skip it?
Buy the Canon IXY 650 if you want a pocket camera with real optical zoom for family events, travel, property photos or school functions, and you value simple controls. It suits parents, teachers, grandparents and field staff. Skip it if you need higher-resolution video, quick low-light shooting or far longer zoom for wildlife; the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is the better fit there. Creators who film action, sport or underwater scenes are better served by the GoPro HERO13 Black at KSh 48,000.
Technical Specifications
Sensor and Image Quality
- 1/2.3-type back-illuminated CMOS sensor — wiring sits behind the light-catching layer, which helps indoor and evening shots.
- 20.2MP effective resolution — enough detail for large prints, or to crop a group photo down to one face.
- DIGIC 4+ image processor — Canon's processing chip handles colour, noise reduction and the HS low-light system.
- ISO 80 to 3200 — ISO sets light sensitivity; higher values brighten dim rooms at the cost of some grain.
- 9-point AiAF with face detection — the camera finds faces and focuses on them automatically in group photos.
- 3.0-inch LCD with about 461,000 dots and 100% coverage — what you see on screen is what the photo captures.
Lens and Stabilization
- 12x optical zoom, 25mm to 300mm equivalent — wide enough for a small room, long enough for a stage across a hall.
- About 24x Progressive Fine Zoom — Canon's digital extension that doubles the reach while limiting quality loss.
- f/3.6 at wide angle to f/7.0 at full zoom — aperture is the lens opening, and lower numbers let in more light.
- Lens-shift optical image stabilization of about 2.5 stops — the lens moves to cancel hand shake at long zoom.
- Automatic IS mode selection — the camera picks the right stabilization mode for still, panning, close-up or walking shots.
- 4-axis Dynamic IS for video — steadies handheld clips when you walk while recording.
Video Capabilities
- Full HD 1920 x 1080 video at 29.97 frames per second — sharp clips for YouTube, WhatsApp status and family archives.
- HD 1280 x 720 at 29.97 frames per second — smaller files for quick sharing on slower mobile data.
- MP4 format with H.264 video — plays directly on phones, laptops and most modern TVs without conversion.
- Mono AAC audio from the built-in microphone — fine for speeches and family clips, but not for music recordings.
- About 130MB per minute of Full HD footage — a 32GB SD card holds roughly four hours of video.
- Micro HDMI Type-D output — connect to a TV to play back photos and clips for the whole family.
Battery and Storage
- NB-11LH lithium-ion battery supplied — the camera also accepts the NB-11L, so either works as a spare.
- About 180 shots per charge, or about 265 in Eco Mode — Canon's tested figures for typical shooting.
- About 240 minutes of playback per charge — review a full day's photos on screen without draining the battery.
- External battery charger in the box — charge one battery while you shoot with another.
- SD, SDHC and SDXC card support — any standard SD card works, from small cards to large SDXC capacities.
- About 5MB per 20MP photo — a 32GB card stores roughly 6,000 photos.
Connectivity and Build
- Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n on 2.4GHz — wireless transfer of photos to phones and tablets through Canon's app.
- Dynamic NFC — tap an NFC-equipped Android phone to the camera to start a connection.
- Hi-Speed USB with a Mini-B connector — copy files to a laptop with a standard cable.
- AV composite output — plays photos and clips on older televisions without HDMI ports.
- Body measuring 99.6 x 58.0 x 22.8 mm — slim enough for a shirt pocket or a small handbag.
- About 147g with battery and card — light enough to carry all day on a wrist strap.
Package Contents
The Canon IXY 650 box contains the camera, an NB-11LH rechargeable battery and a battery charger, the core items Canon confirms for this model. A memory card is not listed among the contents, so pick up an SD or SDHC card before your first shoot. Because this is a Japanese-market unit, confirm the charger's plug type and the menu language settings with us on WhatsApp; a simple adapter fits Kenyan three-pin sockets if needed. Spare NB-11LH batteries and camera cases are sold separately.
Warranty
The Canon IXY 650 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. That includes faults in the lens, zoom motor, screen, buttons and supplied battery that come from manufacture. Bring any claim, with your receipt, to our service desk at the Old Mutual Building in Nairobi CBD.
Where to Buy the Canon IXY 650 in Kenya
The Canon IXY 650 is available at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Walk in, try the full zoom range, take a few test shots and check the screen before you pay. Canon made the IXY 650 in more than one colour, so confirm the finish in stock on WhatsApp before you visit.
Speak to us directly:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties, by M-Pesa or cash at your door. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and major towns such as Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu and Thika receive them the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your camera is backed by the 12-month warranty above. We give honest specifications, accurate pricing and after-sales help you can reach in person in Nairobi CBD.
