Powershot G10
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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