The Canon Powershot G9 is one of the most advanced compact digital cameras you can buy. It has a number of features you would expect to find on a Digital SLR. For this reason the Powershot G9 is likely to appeal to photographers who would like a camera with many key features, but one that is much smaller and more compact than a Digital SLR. Many photographers may also be tempted to use it as a second camera and as an alternative when a larger camera is not practical.
As well as the extra features the Powershot G9 also handles more like a Digital SLR. This is because some of the features and controls that are usually hidden in the menu system are controlled by buttons and dials on the camera body. This adds conveniences and saves critical time too. You will also notice that the build quality of the camera is a big step up from more basic Canon Powershot models.
This type of camera is a good choice for someone who is more serious about photography and sees it as a hobby.
Canon Powershot G9 Details
Style
Advanced Digital
Megapixels
12
Zoom
6x
LCD Screen
3
MemoryCards
SD/SDHC
Resolution
4000 x 3000, 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, 4000 x 2248
File Formats
JPEG/RAW
Focal Length Equivalent
35 - 210mm
Shutter Speed
15 to 1/2000 seconds
Aperture
f/2.8-f/4.8
Sensitivity
AUTO, High ISO Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
White Balance Settings
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Underwater, Custom1, Custom2
ExposureCompensation
-2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps)
Viewfinder
Optical
Flash Modes
Auto, Flash On, Flash Off, Red Eye Reduction, Slow Sync Speed
Flash Range
4m
Shooting Modes
Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Sports, Night Snapshot, Kids & Pets, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater
Maximum Movie Resolution
640 x 480
Maximum Movie Frames Per Second
30 fps
Maximum Movie Duration
To capacity of memory card
Macro Focus
1cms
Metering
Evaluative, centre weighted, spot
ManualControls
Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual
Image Stabilisation
Yes
Lens Converters
Yes
Self Timer
10 seconds or 2 seconds
Video Out (TV Playback)
Yes
Computer Connection
Yes
Batteries
Lithium ion
Dimensions
106.4 x 71.9 x 42.5
Weight
320g
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Canon Powershot G9 Specification
