Canon Powershot D10 Reviews: Digital Compact Camera

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Canon Powershot D10 Reviews: Digital Compact Camera reviews

This digital camera is a good all rounder.

£276 at 2 retailers out of 409 retailers checked

8.8 out of 10 based on 81 reviews.

Canon Powershot D10: 12.1 MP (Megapixels), 3x optical zoom, SD Card storage, Yes image stabiliser digital Compact camera. See full product description

Ease of use	8.7
Image quality	8.8
Features	8.5
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	8.6
Overall rating	8.8

Some customer reviews of Canon Powershot D10

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Confirmed purchaser Point & shoot

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Great looking and well built easy and intuative to use
Bad points:: Low optical zoom

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	7.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 31 Dec 2010

Ollie , Maidstone Keen amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Great little slightly chucky camera. easy to use ie point and shoot. Bought for a holiday in the BVI's and it didnt let me (or everyone else who wanted the photos) down.
Bad points:: In auto mode the quality of underwater shots aren't great so remember to put in correct mode before diving. once done its good

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	8.0
Features	7.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 24 May 2011

Confirmed purchaser Point & shoot

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: It says it's water proof and is! I've taken it in the sea for two or three hours, then put in it water for 3 hours when getting home and have had no problems at all.
Bad points:: Reviewer left no comment

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	8.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 16 Jul 2010

Paul, Leicester Experienced amateur

Score 8.0/10

Good points:: Really the only underwater cam available for this money. Got it for parents going on holiday to Australia so they can use it on the Barrier Reef. Really well built.
Bad points:: Reviewer left no comment

Ease of use	7.0
Image quality	8.0
Features	8.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	8.0

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Confirmed purchase: 13 Dec 2010

Krissy, St Columb Major Experienced amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: The buttons are well designed...not too small or closely grouped.
The camera feels sturdy and the lens protrudes so it is easy to keep fingers off.
Overall it is good fun and much less cumbersom than a compact with waterproof houseing.
Bad points:: The set functions are not always acurate so I would have prefered to be able to change the A settings manually. Although the build quality is great, and you are sure that it will stand being dropped a few times, the camera is quite big in comparison to other leading competitors. The screen could be bigger and both that and the lens could do with some kind of protection from scratches.

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	6.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 10 Sep 2010

Confirmed purchaser Keen amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Just returned from a holiday in the Maldives and used this camera extensively whilst snorkelling on the islands reef. It was so easy to use and operate underwater where I managed to take some excellent shots and video of the varied and colourful marine life under the sea. Though a true test of this type of camera would be the longevity of its operation and waterproof funtionality over time, I can recommend this camera based on its excellent performance so far.
Bad points:: No bad points. Though it doesn't compare with the functionality and quality of the photographs produced by a Digital SLR camera, I bought it to do a particular job for which it exceeded my expectation with regard to performance and results.

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 10 Oct 2010

Confirmed purchaser Point & shoot

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Numerous shooting modes
Underwater capability
Canon quality pictures
Robust Build
Bad points:: Ugly looking
Bulky
Lanyard clip sticks easily

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 01 Oct 2010

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Product Features

Camera Type	Compact
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
Resolution (Megapixels)	12.1

Optical zoom ratio	3
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen size (Inches)	2.5
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital zoom ratio	4
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Type of image stabiliser	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Type of image stabiliser	Electronic
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Touchscreen	No
Touchscreen technology allows you to move and click things directly on the screen using your finger or a stylus pen.
3D	No

Colour	Blue
The main colour of the product.
Media format	SDHC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	MMC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	SD Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Timer	Yes

Weight (g)	190
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Shortest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/1
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/15
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Waterproof	Yes
If your camera is waterproof you will be able to film under water which is perfect for diving and snorkeling.
Viewfinder	LCD Monitor
RAW Format	No
GPS Receiver	No

Release date	2009-05-08
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.
Height in mm	6.7

Width in mm	103.6

Depth in mm	4.9

Serial Shot Mode	Yes
Bluetooth	No
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Autofocus	Yes
Changeable Lens	No
Highest focal length (Millimetres)	105

Lowest focal length (Millimetres)	35

Also known as: Powershot D10, Canon D10

Digital Cameras Buyers' Guide

Manufacturer's Description

Waterproof and shockproof*, the durable PowerShot D10 brings quality 12.1 MP imaging to active outdoor activities. Keep your hands free and your camera close with a range of great accessories.**

Pictures from the edge.

Shoot almost anywhere
The PowerShot D10 is ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities, from climbing to snorkelling. It offers water resistance to 10m, shock resistance for unexpected knocks or drops*, operates in temperatures as low as -10 C, and is fully protected from dust.

12.1 MP
A 12.1 Megapixel resolution gives you the freedom to crop or enlarge images, while retaining outstanding image detail.

3.0x zoom and optical IS
Canons 3.0x optical zoom lens features an optical Image Stabilizer, to guard images against blur caused by camera shake essential in active, high-movement activities.

Incredible images more easily
Smart Auto mode uses intelligent Scene Detection Technology to determine subject brightness, contrast, distance and overall hue. The camera then searches an incredible 18 possible modes, and selects the one which offers the perfect settings for the scene giving you great results from simple point-and-shoot operation.

DIGIC 4
Canons DIGIC 4 processor drives responsive operation, superb image quality and colour reproduction. Advanced Noise Reduction ensures richly detailed, cleaner images, even at high ISO speeds.

Extra-bright LCD
For easy framing and image review in any environment, a 2.5 PureColor LCD II offers twice the normal levels of brightness. A 2mm Perspex shield protects the screen against scuffs and fingerprints.

No more blur
Motion Detection Technology uses a range of advanced methods to ascertain movement of both camera and subject, plus the speed at which this motion occurs. The optimum ISO is then automatically set for any situation.

Face Detection Technology
A suite of Face Detection technologies detect up to 35 faces in a shot, adjusting key settings for optimal results with natural-looking skin tones. Blink Detection lets you avoid mistimed people shots, while FaceSelf-Timer takes a shot when an extra face is detected in the frame making group photos easy.

Active accessories
Two optional strap sets one for Shoulder & Neck, one with a Carabiner Strap – keep your hands free and your camera within easy reach. You can also customise the PowerShot D10 with a colourful front cover set.**

Range of shooting modes
A wide range of shooting modes and Special Scene modes including Underwater, Snow and Beach modes – delivers instant access to the right settings for any environment.

Movie mode
Supplement images with fun VGA movie clips.

The shock resistant testing methods are unique to this product and do not guarantee against damage or malfunction of the product.
*Optional straps not designed for underwater use.

More info at Canon's website

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