Canon Powershot G10 Review

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Canon Powershot G10




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Canon Powershot G10

The G10 compared to an average CD disc.



Powershot G10 Features:

  • 14.7-megapixel CCD imager for up to 4416x3312 pixel images
  • Canon's DIGIC 4 image processor
  • 5x optical zoom covers 28-140mm f/2.8-4.5 zoom, 4x digital zoom
  • Lens-Shift type optical image stabilization system
  • 3.0" high resolution "Pure Color II" LCD with 461k pixels and 100% frame coverage
  • Advanced TTL AiAF 9-point autofocus system
  • RAW image capture (RAW+JPEG also available)
  • Low-light focus assist illuminator
  • Full Auto, Program AE, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority, Manual, and Custom exposure modes
  • 17 Pre-programmed creative scene modes for specific shooting situations
  • Movie mode w/sound at resolutions of 640x480 or 320x240 (30fps), length limited to memory capacity (4GB clip size max.)
  • 1.3fps Continuous burst capture of Large/Fine images
  • Face Detection AF/AE/FE/WB and new Face Detect Self-timer mode
  • Evaluative, Center-weighted or Spot metering options (fixed to the center or linked to the AF frame)
  • Stitch Assist mode for perfect panoramas
  • Exposure compensation: +/-2EV in 1/3-step increments
  • White Balance: Auto, 7 presets and two Custom settings
  • Orientation sensor that automatically detects vertical or horizontal shooting
  • Light-guide zoom flash, angle changes with focal length
  • Hot shoe accommodates Canon Speedlites
  • Shutter speeds of 15 seconds to 1/4000 second
  • Selectable ISO settings from 80 to 1600 (3200 using special lower resolution scene mode)
  • Built-in microphone and speaker
  • Sound Memo option allows you to add up to 60 seconds of sound to an image
  • Powered by Canon NB-7L 7.4v 1050 mAh Li-ion battery pack
  • Direct print and PictBridge Compatible
  • USB 2.0 high-speed connectivity for PC and Mac
  • SDHC/SD/MMC/MMC Plus compatibility
  • Optional lens adapter and Tele Converter TC-DC58D
  • Optional High-Power Flash HF-DC1
  • Optional Waterproof Housing WP-DC28


The PowerShot G10 camera kit includes: Lithium Battery Pack NB-7L, Battery Charger CB-2LZ, Neck Strap NS-DC8, Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM, USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU, AV Cable AVC-DC300, and Manuals.

The Canon PowerShot G10 is available now for estimated selling prices of US$499.99.


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