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Canon PowerShot G11
$499.00
Released September, 2009
The Pros:Optical image stabilization. RAW format support. Large 2.8" tilt/swivel display with respectable resolution (461k dots).
The Cons:Lens is fixed. Poor viewfinder - 77% view, dim. No HD video mode.
Canon's PowerShot G11 is a mid-range digital camera that falls at the higher end of Canon's standard point-and-shoot (non-DSLR) camera line. It uses Canon's high-sensitivity DIGIC 4 image processor which enhances overall image clarity (especially in low-light settings), and has a maximum resolution of 10 megapixels.
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The G11 offers a wide range of pre-set shooting options, such as manual, portrait, landscape, aperture priority, sports, indoor, and more. Images can be viewed with the 2.8-inch LCD display which can be viewed from different angles to make taking certain shots easier. The camera's built-in lens is a 28mm wide-angle lens, and has 5x optical zoom. The G11 is targeted at amateur photographers who enjoy using a point-and-shoot camera, but have some experience with various shooting modes and some manual shooting. It also has a wide range of available accessories.
Features
- DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- 10.0 Megapixel resolution
- Numerous preset shooting modes (see manufacturer page for full range)
- 2.8 inch diagonal LCD display, with variable angle viewing
- 28mm wide-angle lens
- 5x optical zoom
- AUTO mode detects and selects which shooting mode is appropriate
- HDMI output
- Optical image stabilizer
- 15 - 1/4000 sec. shutter speed
- 10-second self timer
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optical image stabilization
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large 2.8" tilt/swivel display with respectable resolution (461k dots)
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improved noise reduction over the G10
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small, lightweight and affordable compared to larger DSLRs - ideal as a point and shoot for the mobile amateur or professional
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superb image quality for the size
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display is protected when closed
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great low light performance
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utilizes easy to find, capacious and affordable SD/SDHC memory
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HDMI output for viewing images on compatible high definition devices
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poor viewfinder - 77% view, dim
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same form factor as previous cameras in the series - slightly heavy and large
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lower resolution sensor than that found on the G10
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