Canon Powershot G10 14.7MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon Powershot G10 14.7MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Customer Review: seems like there might be film inside!
Summary: 5 Stars
This camera rocks. Don't worry about the high-ISO problems... no big deal. This is the first digital camera I've owned. I was hesitant to give up the "feel" of my Olympus 0M cameras, but I'm finally tired of paying for film-processing (esp. black and whites!... about[..] a pop now)
After searching online forever, I settled on the G10. I've had it for about a week. If, like me, you love the feel of your film-style dials, you will LOVE the layout of the G10. Canon really got the ergonomics right on this one. The aperture and f-stop controls remind me of my old gear... (on the LCD screen, you can scroll through your shutter speeds, etc.) this has made my digital transition easy and fun. I've played around with my wife's digital cameras... but they never had that analog feel to them. You can almost envision a roll of film inside of the solid G10.
I know that RAW is all the rage, but even the JPGs look great from this camera. And yes, I've shot it at high ISOs... and yes, there is noise, but like other(positive)reviews have said, it reminds me of film grain... doesn't bother me at all. Try to stay under 800 if you can... if not, oh well... you'll have some graininess to your image.
The G10 is the digital camera that film-lovers will fall in love with. Is it as versatile as a DSLR? No. Personally, I'd rather have an awesome camera that's easy to bring along than another SLR with a bag full of expensive lenses. Even with my film SLRs, I always ended up bringing along just one lens... too much of a hassle to lug the whole kit around.
I'm LOVING my digital rangefinder-esque Canon G-10!
Customer Review: The best compact camera under $1000.
Summary: 5 Stars
I was quite nervous about the G10. I would have hoped Canon would keep the resolution (megapixels) low in order to decrease noise, and when I saw the 15MP resolution, I assumed the photos would be sub-par. Nevertheless, I needed a full-manual compact camera and took the plunge.
I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised with the G10's performance. Indeed, the image quality is not the same as the shots from my 40D (digital SLR), but it is very good. The images are clear, sharp and vibrant. There is only minimal artifacting and noise at ISO 80 - 200. Unlike some of the other reviewers, I think ISO400 is fine for everyday shots. ISO800 is fairly noisy, and 1600 is a last resort setting. (But, make no mistake, the image quality at these settings is as good or better than all other compacts I've seen, including my Fuji F31fd, which is legendary for good low-light performance.)
If you are looking for an advanced point-and-shoot camera, I believe you won't find a better one than the G10. There are a few very expensive ($1000+) rangefinder and APS sensor compacts, but I haven't tried them.
One last thing to keep in mind when judging this camera. Because of the high resolution, the noise is going to be finer and more subtle when you look at an overall image. If you zoom in to 100% resolution on a 7MP photo, you are seeing twice the image area as when you zoom in to 100% on a 15MP photo. If you want to compare the G10's image quality to that of other cameras, make sure you zoom both images to the same size, and not just to 100%. Only then can you make an accurate comparison of the image quality.
Customer Review: Some Very Interesting Possibilities
Summary: 5 Stars
I have a camera closet with almost every major brand represented, Nikon being my primary. The camera was purchased as an everyday carry around street camera, and with one very special task in mind. Two-thirds of the way through the completion of a close up macro photography book, the very first thing I did after setting up the camera was to install the telephoto link tube followed by the addition of a 58/52 step down ring and a Canon close up diopter. The result was everything I had hoped for,(no vignetting with the 58/52 setup; 58mm and 62 mm closeup diopters will be no problem), and with a selection of such diopters ranging all the way to +10 the experiments have begun. I have taken note of comments regarding quality fall off above ISO 200. As I have no intention of using this camera above ISO 200 I am quite pleased. The view finder could have included some exposure information, but I do not find that fact to be or real import. I am simply spoiled having used "Flagship" cameras for so long. Set up was quick and intuitive and the first images were all of publication quality. The only accessory not provided by Canon is an LCD display protector. The camera is solid, the optics excellent and ease of use to an old hand was simple second nature. I doubt most folks will find serious fault with quality above ISO 200 as most photographers who will choose this little beauty will not be cranking out 11 x 14 and 16 x 20 color prints.For the most part I am an aperture preferred shooter and do not find the manual mode F/8 limitation to be a serious one. For money this is one fine camera.Customer Review: Does What It Should for What It Is
Summary: 5 Stars
I grew tired of dragging lenses around and a huge DSLR body. I found myself carrying my camera less and less. I did a lot of research trying to find some simpler solution and became interested in the G-10. I have used this camera for a couple months now and have taken 1000 photos. With all of the things that people say it can't do (zoom in like a 400mm lens,etc.) this thing fits the bill for a camera you can carry everywhere. It is true that the best camera is the one you have with you. I love this camera. Some have said it is heavy - if it wasn't heavy, they would say it is light and feels cheap. The G-10 feels excellent to me and the weight is fine to me. It does feel solid and well built. I use the camera exclusively on manual mode because I have a huge amount of creative leverage. I have experimented a lot with night shots of buildings and cities from elevated areas of my town and have seen excellent results. I love it, I have it with me everywhere, the battery lasts a long time and did I mention I really like this camera? I use an 8GB extreem III and I pack it around in a small'ish camera case from National Geographic. No, this is not a digital SLR. It can be a point and shoot if you want, I have a tripod in my car and make time exposures at night and dusk, etc. Once you get the menu and interface down, you'll be quick at setting up shots whenever you need to. And, if you need real speed, just flip to Auto mode and it's ready. Also, one last thing - Amazon.Com of course performed perfectly, too!Customer Review: A Near Perfect Point and Shoot Camera
Summary: 5 Stars
Canon Powershot G10 14.7MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom I am a serious amateur photographer. I want a camera that will perform in all types of situations. The G-10 is a successor to the prior top end range finder digital cameras in the Canon line. It is more expensive than most range finder digitals but I think it is well worth it.
The new model offers a 5X Optical Zoom (28 MM lens). It allows full control of ISO and White Balance and a number of other features that can be toggled - like Image Stabilization. Plus the image quality is up to 14.7 MP. I normally shoot with a 40D SLR but there are times when I simply do not want to carry along lenses and the other equipment. I first used this on a trip to Veracruz, Mexico and tried to push the limits of the camera. I don't like flash photography except in exceptional circumstances. With the available controls I was able to get the shots I wanted. That included some macro shots which would have been chancy with any other range finder camera. The G-10 has a large view finder to be able to see what you shot.
I will continue to use my SLR but the handy size and bounty of features will make this a prime candidate for everyday use. If you want to see some of the results of this camera - check out my shots from Tajin or the Cortez landing site on my FLickr site at [...]