Canon PowerShot G11

664 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
portability (162)
usability (148)
performance (134)
screen (105)
image quality (93)

Negative
viewfinder (22)
shutter (7)
memory (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 664 reviews of Canon PowerShot G11. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Opinions about the image quality and screen are generally positive. The performance and usability are also appreciated, but opinions are divided on the price. There are some less positive opinions about the memory and shutter.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon PowerShot G11 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon PowerShot G11

alaTest has collected and analyzed 64 user reviews of Canon PowerShot G11 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the screen and image quality. The performance and usability also get good comments, whereas some have doubts about the shutter. There are some mixed views about the viewfinder.

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91% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Canon PowerShot G11

alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 user reviews of Canon PowerShot G11 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the screen and size. The design and performance also get good feedback. The reliability and viewfinder get critical opinions, while there are some mixed reviews about the portability.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Ben Long (pcworld.com)

Canon PowerShot G11

Canon's G-series of advanced point-and-shoot cameras have long held a place somewhere between small point-and-shoots and full-featured SLRs.

Very nice design ; Very good low light performance ; Very good image quality ; Great flip-out LCD screen

Lost some nice features from the G10 ; Rear buttons too easy to accidentally push

The G11 will appeal to point-and-shoot users who are ready for more power, control, and quality, but don't want to carry around a camera with the bulk of an SLR.

Feb, 2010

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

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Canon PowerShot G11

Optical viewfinder; articulated LCD; very good photo quality for its class.

Shot-to-shot performance still a little sluggish; no HD video.

Though it doesn't offer the whizziest new features like an interchangeable lens or a tiny size, the Canon PowerShot G11 still delivers a good shooting experience for photography enthusiasts. Plus it's the only model that includes an optical viewfinder.

Dec, 2009

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Expert review by : Richard Butler (dpreview.com)

Canon PowerShot G11 Review

The Powershot G series has represented a fairly formidable presence at the top of the compact camera tree. From a keen photographer point-of-view, there's little on the market that can match its mixture of zoom range, lens flexibility, build quality...

Very good all-round image quality (albeit without the G10's excellent low ISO resolution) Generally good high-ISO performance for a compact camera, surprisingly good high ISO raw output Flexible lens range with effective image stabilization Very little...

Rather slow lens (in terms of aperture) by traditional G series standards Movies limited to VGA resolution High ISO images lose saturation and detail (and offer no control over noise reduction) Focus prone to hunting (and focus failure) in low light at...

The G11 is the latest in a well-established line of compact cameras aimed at enthusiasts and, with its large-bodied, retro styling it would appear to be just as aspirational at its predecessors. However, there's hardly a niche left in the camera market...

Dec, 2009

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Expert review by : William Chambers (steves-digicams.com)

Canon PowerShot G11 Review

Canon's latest "flagship" PowerShot model, the G11 continues the traditions laid forth by its predecessors by offering top of the line features, along with extensive exposure control and access to various EOS accessories. At the same time, the G11 is...

Dec, 2009

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Canon PowerShot G11

If you're in the market for an enthusiast's compact digital camera, the PowerShot G11 makes a good choice. It produces good photos in Smart Auto mode, yet allows all the creative control you could want. It's a bit pricey - you can get an entry level...

10 megapixel resolutionOptical viewfinder2.8 inch fully articulating LCD screenImproved Smart Auto mode

Heavy noise in images taken at high ISOs

The Canon PowerShot G11 digital camera is Canon's latest model in the...

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (photographyblog.com)

Canon PowerShot G11 Review

The Canon PowerShot G11 is the newest member of Canon's serious compact camera range, predominantly aimed at the DSLR owner looking for a backup compact or the enthusiast who wants DSLR functionality without the added bulk. At first glance the Canon...

Priced exactly the same as its still current predecessor in the G10, the G11 offers the advantage of a flexible LCD screen plus higher ISO options. If neither is particularly important and a higher resolution will serve better, then the older G10 is...

Oct, 2009

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Expert review by (etechreviews.net)

Canon Powershot G11 Series

The Canon Powershot G series has really been a satisfying model for the photography lovers for many years. Now the Canon Powershot G11 has become the latest in this series. It has slowly gained a lot of popularity due to its potential of having...

Jan, 2013

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Expert review by : allychevalier (brighthub.com)

Review of the Canon PowerShot G11 Digital Camera

This is the first page of a camera review of the Canon PowerShot G11, covering the general concept of the G11 as an affordable yet high end point & shoot, the image quality including megapixel restraint and RAW support, the usability and ergonomics of...

May, 2011

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Expert review by : Jeff Keller (dcresource.com)

PowerShot G11

), and while some of its specs seem like a step back, the changes are mostly for the better

Very good photo quality ; About a full stop advantage over most of the competition in low light ; Nice 5X zoom lens with 28 - 140 mm range (though a faster aperture range would've been nice) ; Optical image stabilization ; Well built, rangefinder-style...

Some useful features from the G10 are gone: remote capture, Auto ISO Shift, voice recording ; Continuous shooting mode won't win any awards for speed ; Movie mode is just VGA, with no use of optical zoom ; Ergonomics aren't great: cluttered buttons on...

When glance at the comparison table between the PowerShot G10 and G11 that I posted at the start of the review, you might think "wow, what a step down". While the G11 is missing some features from the G10 and has a smaller LCD and a slower burst mode,...

Jun, 2010

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Canon PowerShot G11 Review

Canon PowerShot G11 reviewed by ConsumerSearch, which notes pros and cons, along with reviews and ratings for the Canon PowerShot G11 and comparisons to other Digital Cameras

Comprehensive manual and automatic controls; RAW format support; 5x optical zoom; Wide-angle 28 mm lens; Articulating LCD display; Optical viewfinder

Bulky size; No HD video recording; Stiff control wheels

May, 2010

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