Canon PowerShot G10

Canon has a rich history of building quality cameras, both digital and non digital alike. The PowerShot G10 continues that tradition. It boasts a broad range of features such as 14.7 megapixels, 28mm wide angle lens, and Canon’s DIGIC 4 Image Processor.

The styling of the G10 is decidedly simple. There is nothing flashy about its appearance. In fact at first glance it looks like a standard film camera from 25 years ago. It has a small hand grip on one side of the front with the lens on the other side. And like older film cameras it also has a look through view finder which is becoming somewhat scarce.

Standout Features

• 14.7 Megapixel resolution
• 5x Optical Zoom
• DIGIC 4 Image Processor
• 3 Inch LCD Screen

Features

It seems lately the name of the game in digital cameras has been more megapixels is better. While this may or may not be true, Canon has outfitted their G10 with a 14.7 Megapixel image sensor. This resolution will ensure that you have photo quality prints, no matter the size of the print. The higher resolution will also allow more post shot photo editing.

When other manufacturers are boasting about their 3x optical zoom, Canon equipped the G10 with high powered 5x optical zoom. The 28mm wide-angle lens lets you get up close and personal to your subjects as well as capture more in your frame.

Canon’s DIGIC 4 Image improves face detection so your camera focuses on your subject’s face rather than some other obscure object in the foreground. It also adds other improved features such as: Servo AF, Face Detection self timer, and intelligent contrast correction.

With its large 3 inch LCD screen it is even easier to review your photos after taking them. The new PureColor LCD II screen provides even greater contrast and more accurate color reproduction.

Summary of Reviews

The expert reviewers enjoyed shooting with the PowerShot G10. The design was functional and was fun to shoot with. The images captured by the PowerShot G10 were of high quality. It was clear that Canon designed this camera for the photo enthusiast and did a good job of it. One of the few quirks with the camera is that it seems to take a little too long between shots. Otherwise this is a great enthusiast level digital camera.

To contradict the expert reviews, the users felt the camera was fast and responsive, especially when used with high speed memory cards. The build quality is solid and feels rugged and sturdy. The LCD screen is bright, even bright enough to view in sunlight.

Summary

The Canon PowerShot G10 is perfect for anyone looking for near dSLR performance without the price tag. This camera would also work well to complement the digital SLR user.