Canon Powershot G10 Review

By Mike Flacy

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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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