Canon Powershot G10 14.7MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

Product Description Canon Powershot G10 14.7MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom From Canon
Advanced amateur photographers are a discerning group, and theyve flocked to Canons G-Series for its ability to meet and exceed their demands. The third-generation PowerShot G10 is a stunning successor, loaded with uncompromising specs like 14.7 megapixels, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and Canons new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for notably improved face and motion detection. This is a camera that supports and nurtures creativity, with a full range of shooting and recording modes and compatibility with exciting accessories including Speedlite flashes.

Product Details
Amazon Sales Rank: #30 in Camera & Photo
Brand: Canon
Model: G10
Dimensions: 1.80" h x 3.10" w x 4.30" l, .77 pounds
Display size: 3
Included Software: Yes
Features
14.7-megapixel resolution for the highest image quality and editing flexibility
5x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 28mm wide-angle lens
DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves Face Detection; full range of shooting and recording modes, including RAW
3.0-inch PureColor LCD II with even greater true-to-life color reproduction
Capture images to SD/SDHC memory card

Editorial Reviews Canon Powershot G10 14.7MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom From Canon
Manufacturer Description
Advanced amateur photographers are a discerning group, and they’ve flocked to Canon’s G-Series for its ability to meet and exceed their demands. The third-generation PowerShot G10 is a stunning successor, loaded with uncompromising specs like 14.7 megapixels, a 28mm wide-angle lens, and Canon’s new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for notably improved face and motion detection. This is a camera that supports and nurtures creativity, with a full range of shooting and recording modes and compatibility with exciting accessories including Speedlite flashes.

PowerShot G10 Highlights Canon Powershot G10 14.7MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom From Canon
14.7-megapixel resolution14.7-megapixel digital camera for the highest image qualityThe PowerShot G10 is equipped with a 14.7-megapixel CCD. Combined with unsurpassed DIGIC 4 image processing, this impressive pixel count delivers richly detailed photos that resonate with lifelike depth from shadows to highlights. An important benefit to the G10’s lofty pixel count is the flexibility it lends to the editing process. With 14.7 megapixels of resolution, any portion of any shot is a great candidate for enlargement. Enlarge and crop as your creative vision demands, confident that the detail you need is there for you.

High-powered 5x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer plus a 28mm wide-angle lensThe camera is equipped with a long 5x optical zoom, and Canon’s own Optical Image Stabilizer Technology keeps images steady and blur-free all through the zoom range--even in low light--by detecting motion and generating a corrective signal. Because it is an optical system, more corrective movement is allowed and there is no degradation of image quality.

New DIGIC 4 Image Processor improves Face Detection, adds Servo AF, Face Detection Self-Timer and Intelligent Contrast Correction DIGIC 4 Image ProcessorCanon’s proprietary DIGIC Image Processors have long set its cameras apart from the competition, and the new DIGIC 4 sets the bar even higher. Faster, more accurate noise reduction delivers better image quality, even at high ISO speeds. iSAPS Technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the advanced DIGIC 4 Image Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance. A new Face Self-Timer automatically detects an increase in the number of faces and makes the appropriate adjustments. For instance, to include photographer’s face in a group shot, there’s no need to rush in. Just put the camera on a stand or tripod, and specify Face Self-Timer, and the camera will wait for the photographer’s face to get on-camera before it takes the shot. Motion Detection now tracks moving subjects in a much larger range, and the new Servo AF retains focus on a moving subject after the shutter button is pressed halfway -- allowing you to wait for the perfect shot without refocusing. Also, Face Detection and Motion Detection are markedly improved.

Intelligent Contrast CorrectionDIGIC 4 also makes possible the new i-Contrast (Intelligent Contrast Correction) system, which controls the compensation level in pixel units to brighten dark areas while leaving bright areas unchanged for better images where the main subject is dark, and more natural transition. The PowerShot G10 can even use i-Contrast in playback mode to adjust images that were shot without the setting activated. Red-eye Correction provides three options for removing red-eye from subjects in flash pictures.1) The Red-eye Correction during shooting actually identifies and corrects red-eye in human subjects as pictures are taken.2) The G10 can be set to automatically detect and correct red-eye during image playback.3) You can manually locate any red eyes in a scene during image playback on the LCD screen, and command the camera to remove them. Life doesn’t give you second chances to capture special times. That’s why the G10 features ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater shooting flexibility. ISO can be expanded to 3200 when you select ISO 3200 Special Scene mode. Full range of shooting and recording modes including RAW + JPEGThe PowerShot G10’s RAW mode lets you shoot images without JPEG compression. It gives you clearer images and complete creative control in editing. RAW images are transferred directly to the computer where they can then be edited using image adjustment software or a processing application to adjust your images as you please. The camera can also be set to allow the simultaneous recording of both RAW and JPEG images while shooting. Also, with 26 Shooting Modes including 17 Special Scene Modes, you’re ready for whatever shot comes your way. Large 3.0-inch PureColor LCD IIThe PowerShot G10 gives you an extra-large 3.0-inch LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. But size is only part of the story. Canon’s PureColor LCD II offers more spectacular color, resolution and contrast even at an angle (compared to PureColor LCD). The screen is highly durable and easy to see in any light with a scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coating. It is a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images. A wealth of accessories including optional Speedlite flashesThe PowerShot G10 is compatible with the Speedlite EX series that is for all EOS series SLR cameras. Attach a Speedlite 580EX II to the hot shoe, then you can set and control the flash on the "Flash Control" menu in the camera. With the 580EX II, the G10 is given extra functions such as autoflash metering, FE lock and Flash exposure compensation; continuous shooting with external flash. Also Canon’s Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 enables you to have multiple slave flashes and wireless control. A Tele Coverter lens designed for the G10 and High-Power Flash designed for all PowerShot cameras are also available. Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloadingThe PowerShot G10's Print/Share button makes direct printing easier than ever. Simply connect the G10 to a Canon PIXMA Photo Printer or SELPHY Compact Photo Printer or any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the lighted Print/Share button and print! Also use the Print/Share button to transfer images to a computer (Windows and Macintosh). Print your own ID photos in up to 28 different sizes or use the Movie Print function to output multiple stills from a recorded movie on a single sheet with a Canon SELPHY Compact Photo Printer. What's in the Box
PowerShot G10 Camera body
Neck Strap NS-DC8
Battery Pack NB-7L
Battery Charger CB-2LZ
AV Cable AVC-DC300
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
Digital Camera Solution Disk

Customer Reviews
Controversial and promising. Bought this camera in a BEST BUY store in lower broadway here in Manhattan. That was a very silly decision of me to buy it in that store. I will get back to this a little later. I had great hope for this camera as i shoot a lot of macros of jewelry and fine watches. Previous cameras were either lost or given as a gift so i decided to buy this G10. I also considered a Canon XSI which would produce the best in-door pictures with its big sensor and sharp optics if bought seperately. Clearly i opted for this one trying to get something compact for carrying aroung in a bag on a day-to-day basis. My verdict? I`m greatly disappointed. I chose a P-mode and tried to adjust things in a camera settings. My first disappointment was when i didn`t find a Sharpness setting. That`s too bad, then i couldnt find a contrast mode... Was that for real, i kept asking myself. Ok, lets give it a try. All the pictures i took indoors came out flat, dim and ugly. Even compared to my previous Lumix fx8 that i gave to my father on a trip overseas were bad enough. Panasonic simply beats G10 by a margin. I returned the camera even though they charged me 15% of restocking fee. That was my fault, i should have bought in a dedicated camera store like Broadway 17St or J&R... I lost roughly 75$$ but still was eager to return it. Now i`m exploring reviews of Panasonic LX3, i will probably go for it.
More speed required I bought the G10 so as not to bring around a DSLR (400D). After looking at lots of G10 samples on the Internet, I felt that the ISO performance matches my F31fd. I'll do my review in the good and bad point format. I'm a hobbyist and don't print photos. All my photos are for web view typical 1024px wide.

Good --------------------------------------------------------------------------
Image quality - Image quality is very good for a P&S camera. The colours for my photos turned out really well. And there's RAW for more tweaking. Focal length - Great range at 28-140mm. My typical usage on a DSLR is 28-88mm equivalent. I rarely go up to 140mm. Lens speed - It's great at the wide end f2.8. But goes down to f4.5 on the telephoto. Focusing on this end is slow. I've a lot of blurred people shots when shooting at f4.5. I've to turn the ISO up very high. Noise - I felt that it's comparable to my F31fd, which means it's great. Your noise tolerance might be different. For me, and my web images, I can go up to ISO 800. The drawback is contrast and color starts degrading at higher ISOs. My view on noise is: As long as it doesn't distract the viewer from the photo, it's alright. Dials - The exposure, ISO and mode dials are brilliant. I shoot at wrong ISO on my DSLR frequently, not on the G10. Design and build - Excellent. Feels really good in hand. Battery life - Excellent. It can go up to 400 shots. File transfer speed - True USB2.0 speed. It's very fast. Menu - Clear and simple LCD - Large, clear and bright.

Bad

Focusing speed - This is major drawback. Even at f2.8, it focuses as fast as I can say "focusing". It's worse at f4.5. I'm very impatient and always press the shutter full without looking at the LCD focus to get the shot. It's very challenging to do people shots, almost impossible when the subjects are slightly moving, unless again the ISO is very high. Speed of the camera - When reviewing images, half pressing the shutter will take a split second to go back to shooting mode. After shooting, the image takes another split second to appear on LCD for review. I'm pampered by my DSLR which offers instant switching between review and shoot mode. Speed of the zoom - There are seven stops. It seems to take forever from wide to telephoto. If I see a great shot and my camera is not in the correct zoom range, I have the dreaded feeling of missing the shot. 14.7MP - There's no real advantage here with respect to noise. There's no difference in noise level from shooting 5MP and 14.7MP at any ISO. Image quality is the same if I shoot big and scale down. You can print larger images though, but I don't print. Optical viewfinder - 77% coverage. It's almost useless to use it for framing. Every time I accidentally move the viewfinder to my eyes to use it, I feel disappointed.

Conclusion -------------------------------------------------------------------------- To be honest, even though it takes great pictures, I was very disappointed by all the functional speed issues. I'm very surprised that most of the reviews I've read on the Internet said it was a snappy performance camera. Maybe my expectations are too high comparing it to a DSLR's speed. It's not fair to compare the image quality to a DSLR so I won't. But given its small sensor, I must say it produces spectacular photos. But the thing is, sometimes a great picture moment only appears for an instant. If the camera isn't fast enough to capture that, spectacular photos doesn't matter anymore. For me, an impatient guy, the drawback on speed is enough to balance all the good points. I would recommend this camera for shooting things that don't move a lot, e.g. landscape, holidays with posing people etc.
For Control Freaks Calling all control freaks. If you are used to having control over your photographic experience but are tired of lugging your heavy, clunky DSLR with you or, worse yet, not having a camera with you at all times, then this is a great alternative. Let's be clear about one thing...THIS IS NOT A DSLR! But this is the best alternative that will fit in your pocket. (jacket, not pants) Don't miss anymore shots! This is a great little camera.