Released in 2012, the Canon IXUS 132 was an entry-level model in Canon's IXUS compact range, sold in North America as the PowerShot ELPH 115 IS and in Japan as the IXY 100F, aimed at casual users wanting a simple pocket camera.
It pairs a 16-megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with a 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 28-112mm at f/2.8-5.9, stabilised optically to reduce blur. The fixed 2.7-inch LCD carries 230,000 dots, video recording tops out at 720p HD, and a proprietary NB-11L lithium-ion battery supplies power.
Its Smart Auto mode selects scene settings automatically, keeping the camera simple at the cost of manual control, while the small sensor and modest maximum aperture mean noise becomes noticeable indoors or at the long end of the zoom.
Now a low-value used compact, the IXUS 132 suits buyers wanting a cheap, simple point-and-shoot rather than image-quality enthusiasts. Check the battery and charger are included, the lens extends without grinding noises, and the LCD is free of dead pixels or scratches.