Canon Powershot G10 Reviews: Digital Compact Camera

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+ This digital camera scores high on build quality. - It has no outstanding negative points. “The g10 is extremely versatile for a compact and has many features found on more…” Colin, Dunfermline View all 197 real customer reviews

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197 verified purchasers have reviewed this product.
95% of people recommend it.

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A review from Jon, Reevoo's camera expert, can be read on the Reevoo blog "Decide What To Buy":http://www.reevoo.com/decidewhattobuy/2009/06/the-canon-powershot-g10-review/

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Build Quality	9.4
Ease of use	8.6
Features	9.1
Image quality	9.3
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.8
Overall rating	9.1

Experienced amateur (30)

Keen amateur (27)

Professional photographer (7)

Point & shoot (5)

Other (124)

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Dave, Washington , “Professional photographer”

Score 9.0/10

+ Has everything my DSLR has but small enough to fit in my pocket

- optical viewfinder a bit small with no data displayed within.

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25 of 26 people found this review helpful

purchased 23 Feb 2009

bruno, london , “Professional photographer”

Score 9.0/10

+ Solid 'classic' construction, lens, signal processing and image qulity

- None that I can see - you do need to see the instructional DVD to work out how to run some of the more sophisticated modes. But this is hardly a criticism

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8 of 8 people found this review helpful

purchased 20 Feb 2009

StevieRaff, Brighton , “Professional photographer”

Score 9.0/10

+ In your pocket Raw capture and whole lot more.

- You need a bigger pocket for both the size and cost.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 10 Mar 2009

Tim, Southampton , “Professional photographer”

Score 9.0/10

+ Ideal 'Car Camera' always to hand

- Reviewer left no comment

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 22 May 2009

john, tewkesbury , “Professional photographer”

Score 2.0/10

+ compact

- soft focus, poor image quality, very poor higher ISO quality, fiddly to use, viewfinder hopeless

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5 of 9 people found this review helpful

purchased 25 Mar 2009

alan, san cayetano murcia spain , “Professional photographer”

Score 10.0/10

+ wonderful picture quality from such a small user friendly camera.

- non as yet

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purchased 22 Aug 2009

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Expert reviews for Canon Powershot G10

PC Advisor expert review - by Kathleen Cullen

The 14.7Mp Canon PowerShot G10 is a stylish-looking compact camera.

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reviewed 18 Dec 2008

TechRadar expert review

We reviewed the PowerShot G9, this camera's predecessor, last year. The Canon PowerShot G10, then, has been over a year in the pipeline and yet on the face of it, the new camera isn't so very different from the old one. But there are some significant differences. The one that's likely to grab the most headlines is the G10's increase in resolution, offering a 14.7 megapixel sensor where the G9 had 12 megapixels. Actually, though, that's probably the least important difference. Numerically, it's not very much at all and, besides, pixel densities this high bring serious noise (and noise…

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reviewed 05 Dec 2008

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 (Megapixel)	14.7

Optical Zoom Ratio	5
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen Size in Inches	3
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.
Face Recognition	Yes
A function for automatically detecting peoples faces and correctly adjusting the focus and exposure to take the best photo
Image Stabilisation	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.
Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Memory Card Slot	Yes
Having a memory card slot allows you to save data to a memory card and then transfer it to another device. For example you may put a photo from your camera or mobile phone onto a memory card and then plug it into your printer to print directly. Memory card slots come in many formats: Compact Flash Card Memory Stick Duo Micro SD Card MMC SD Card SDHC Card
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	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
Macro Mode	Yes
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video Recorder	Yes
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes
Having a timer function is essential if you want to get into the shot yourself. Make sure your camera has this feature if you plan to go on holiday and capture photos of you and your friends or family having fun together.
Under Water	No
An under water feature means your camera is safe to dive with, usually between 3 and 5 metres. Most dSLR cameras will require expensive separate housing so consider investing in a waterproof digital compact first.
Dimensions (mm)	77.7x109.1x45.9
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (g)	350
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.
Resolution (Pixels)	4416x3312
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Shortest Shutter Speed	1/4000
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	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.
Max. Aperture Lens 1	f2.8-4.5
Measured in f-stops the aperture of a lens dictates the maximum amount of light captured. If you want to do low light photography look for something with a wide aperture like f2.8. The widest aperture is given as a range as it changes when your lens is zoomed in.
In-Built Memory (MB)	32

USB Port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components

Also known as: Powershot G10

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Manufacturer's Description

With a 14.7 Megapixel sensor, a 5x wide-angle lens and the ultra-rapid, advanced imaging power of Canon’s DIGIC 4, the PowerShot G10 pushes every boundary. RAW recording allows total post-shoot image control.

Features

14.7 Megapixels
Genuine Canon 5x wide-angle lens with optical IS
RAW and DPP support
DIGIC 4
Anti-blur technology
3.0” PureColor LCD II and optical viewfinder
Exposure Compensation and ISO dials
i-Contrast
26 shooting modes
Range of accessories

The power to excel.

14.7 Megapixels
A 14.7 Megapixel sensor provides rich detail for large-scale prints and creative cropping, while allowing you to make the most of the camera’s Safety Zoom and Digital Tele-Converter functions.

Quality 5x wide-angle lens
Capture more in your frame with a compact, high quality 5x wide-angle (28mm, f/2.8) lens. Canon’s optical Image Stabilizer technology counteracts the effects of camera shake, for crisp, blur-free images throughout the zoom range.

RAW recording
RAW shooting gives complete control over all image parameters in post-shoot editing. Support for Canon’s Digital Photo Professional (DPP) software allows Digital SLR users to integrate the PowerShot G10 into their workflow.

DIGIC 4
The latest in image processing technology, DIGIC 4 delivers extraordinary noise reduction. The result is richly detailed, cleaner images, even at high ISO speeds. DIGIC 4 also drives exceptional processing speeds and responsive operation.

Anti-blur
The PowerShot G10 combats blur with High ISO Auto and Motion Detection Technology, which ascertains movement of both camera and subject to set the optimum ISO, whatever the shooting situation. Servo AF tracks moving subjects to ensure they remain in focus.

Face Detection Technology
For easy, spontaneous portraiture the PowerShot G10 uses Canon’s Face Detection AF/AE/FE/WB. Face Select & Track optimises settings for a chosen person, while FaceSelf-Timer is ideal for self-portraits or group photos.

3.0" PureColor LCD II
The 3.0" PureColor LCD II has outstanding resolution (460K dots) for exceptional detail during framing or playback – while an optical viewfinder offers extra framing choice.

Convenient dials
Dedicated Exposure Compensation and ISO dials provide convenient adjustment of exposure and ISO without the need to access menus. A Multi Control Dial provides fast, accurate access to menu items, functions and images.

i-Contrast
i-Contrast analyses a scene during shooting or playback, then boosts brightness in dark areas. The result is improved contrast with detail retained in tricky lighting conditions.

Shooting modes
26 modes, including numerous automatic modes, make shooting in tricky situations easier. The PowerShot G10 also offers full manual mode, for total creative control.

Accessories range
A comprehensive accessory system includes a tele-converter, waterproof case and compatibility with Canon’s full range of Speedlite flashes.

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