Sunday, November 25, 2007

Canon Powershot G9 as the best by for a dandy


Key features of the Canon PowerShot G9 include the much-requested inclusion of a raw shooting mode, a bright new 3.0-inch screen and a new 12.1MP 1/1.7-inch sensor. The face detection, focus and handling have also been improved (the latter through a redesign of the grip and the addition of a small thumb grip) and the G9 is now compatible with Canon's ST-E2 wireless flash transmitter. One thing we have all asked for has now returned; RAW capture. The 6x optically-stabilized zoom remains the same.
Canon’s G-series fell out of vogue for a year or two when no new models released, but appeared with the release of the high-end G7. Now the G9 digital camera is the flagship of the entire PowerShot series with 12 megapixels, 6x optical zoom, image stabilization, and manual and automatic controls etc.
Canon Powershot G9 main features
- 12.1 Megapixels (1/1.7” sensor) with RAW mode for maximum image control
- 6x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer and SR coating
- DIGIC III and iSAPS for lightning fast response, superb image quality and advanced Noise Reduction
- Face Detection AF/AE/FE and Red-Eye Correction in playback
- 3.0” high-resolution, PureColor LCD II with extra wide viewing angle
- ISO 1600 and Auto ISO Shift
- Compact body with dedicated ISO and Multi Control dials
- 25 shooting modes including full manual control and 2 custom settings
- Extra telephoto reach with Digital Tele-Converter and Safety Zoom*
- Hot shoe support for Canon Speedlite flashes and optional lens accessories
Canon G9’s
Pros:
-Excellent color reproduction- Nice 6x lens with optical Image stabilization - Fast auto focus- Face tracking- Remote shooting
Cons:
-High noise levels over ISO 400- Limited dynamic range- Soft corners - 220-shot battery life- No optical zoom in movies- No RAW file shooting- Confusing user manuals
The Canon PowerShot G9 is a solid enthusiast camera for those who want something compact to complement a dSLR for $499.

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