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PowerShot SX420 IS Support
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System requirements for applications

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Before downloading software from the Canon homepage, please confirm system requirements for individual applications using the information in the table below.

System Requirements

Windows

Operating SystemWindows 8 /8.1 (64-bit /32-bit)
Windows 7 SP1 (64-bit /32-bit)
*Can also be used with Windows 10 (desktop mode only).
CPUCore 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or higher (recommended Core I series or later)
RAM2.0 GB or more of RAM (4.0 GB or more recommended)
DisplayResolution: XGA (1024 x 720) or more (1600 x 1200 or more recommended)

Macintosh

Operating SystemMac OS X 10.10
Mac OS X 10.9
CPUCore 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or higher (recommended Core I series or later)
RAM2.0 GB or more of RAM (4.0 GB or more recommended)
DisplayResolution: XGA (1024 x 720) or more (1600 x 1200 or more recommended)

List of Software

The camera can be used with the following computer software.

Download the files from the Canon website and install the software.

Software ApplicationOverview
CameraWindowImport images to your computer. For more information, please refer to List of Functions Available in CameraWindow 8.10.
Map UtilityUse a map to view GPS information that has been added to images.
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