Canon PowerShot G11 Reviews
Digital camera - prosumer - 10.0 Mpix - optical zoom: 5 x - supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC, MMCplus More product details
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September, 2010
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Review summary for the Canon PowerShot G11
By (alaTest Semantic)Read the full review
alaTest has collected and analyzed 701 reviews from magazines and websites. People appreciate the portability. The image quality also impresses, but many are less positive about the price.
Experts rate this product 81/100 and users 90/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon PowerShot G11 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 100/100 = Excellent quality.
September, 2010
Canon PowerShot G11
By (cnet.com)Read the full review
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.
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By Gordon Laing (cameralabs.com)Read the full review
The G11 shares a number of key specifications with its predecessor, including a 28-140mm equivalent 5x stabilised zoom, full manual exposure control, flash hotshoe, RAW recording, and a retro-styled body which looks virtually unchanged from the front ...
5x zoom with 28mm wide and 1cm macro.; Flash hotshoe, RAW files and high ISOs.; Great quality 2.8in / 460k articulated screen.; Good controls, build and ergonomics.; 5x zoom with 28mm wide and 1cm macro.; Flash hotshoe, RAW files and high ISOs.; ...
Slow burst shooting - just 1.1fps at full res.; No HD movies or zooming when filming.; Noise better than G10, but beaten by M4/3.; Slow burst shooting - just 1.1fps at full res.; No HD movies or zooming when filming.; Noise better than G10, but ...
The PowerShot G11 continues Canon's strategy for recent G-series models by essentially taking the previous version, adding a handful of new features and reinstating some from earlier classics. In the former camp, the G11 now features scene detection, ...
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November, 2009
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avoid this camera unless you own cs4 or cs5..."
By amigaman69 (cnet.com)Read the full review
This is a great camera, but sadly the raw for...
great camera
how are you supposed to view the raw images, the supplied software is a joke...you need to buy cs4 or cs5 to view the pics
July, 2010
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Best non SLR anywhere near its price range"
By mauisean (cnet.com)Read the full review
Anyone just starting with serious photography...
As a professional photographer I need a small compact for some assignments. My other backup camera died on a trip, so I dropped in to a local store and picked up the G11. Meets all my needs. Color depth, overall metering, control, Raw function
slow start up. Have to be careful with type of automatic focus chosen (whether center or face, etc). Give camera time to 'see' the scene in low light. Insure you read the manual. It does come with manual, regardless of other review stating only on CD
June, 2010
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A lot of fun to use"
By eddydavik (cnet.com)Read the full review
It's a fun camera to use that allows you to t...
very quick and crisp pictures
Lots of features I have yet to understand... may take a while. Also a bit bit on the heavy end compared to most other compact cameras
May, 2010
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Manufacturer's Description
The PowerShot G11 is a compact camera that will find favor with professionals and advanced amateur photographers due to its superb image quality, full manual control of settings, and RAW shooting capability. If it's not practical or safe to carry a large DSLR a high-specification compact such as the PowerShot G11 is a fantastic choice. It's great for photographers looking to capture high resolution, high quality, and low light images without having to carry a large SLR system in their kit...
Canon PowerShot G11
Canon PowerShot G11 Details
Brand
Audio Input
Microphone Operation Mode
Mono
Microphone Technology
Electret condenser
Type
Microphone
Battery
Battery Form Factor
Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name
Canon NB-7L
Camera Flash
Red Eye Reduction
Yes
Type
Built-in flash
Digital Camera
Digital Camera Type
Prosumer
Supported Flash Memory
SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard / SDHC Memory Card / MultiMediaCardplus
Dimensions & Weight
Depth
1.9in
Height
3in
Weight
12.5oz
Width
4.4in
Display (Projector)
Diagonal Size
2.8in
Diagonal Size (metric)
7.1cm
Display Form Factor
Rotating
Technology
TFT active matrix
Type
LCD display
Exposure Parameters
Shooting Programs
Snow / Night snapshot / Kids & pets / Beach / Foliage / Indoor / Sunset / Sports mode / Underwater / Night scene / Low light / Fireworks / Stitch assist / Portrait mode / Landscape / Aquarium
Header
Manufacturer
Canon
Model
G11
Packaged Quantity
1
Product Line
Canon PowerShot
Lens System
Lens Aperture
F/2.8-4.5
Max Focal Length
30.5mm
Min Focal Length
6.1mm
Optical Zoom
5
Type
Zoom lens
Optical Sensor
Optical Sensor Size
1/1.7 / 1/1.7"
Optical Sensor Size (metric)
14.9 mm ( 1/1.7 ) / 14.9 mm ( 1/1.7" )
Optical Sensor Type
CCD
Sensor Resolution
10Megapixel
Optical System
Built-in Optical Image Stabilizer
Yes
Image Stabilizer
Optical
Optical Viewfinder
Type
Real-image zoom
Storage Floppy Drive
Type
None
Video Input
Digital Video Format
H.264
Digital Zoom
4
Face Detection
Yes
ISO (Max)
12800
Light Sensitivity
ISO auto / ISO 3200 / ISO 1600 / ISO 80 / ISO 200 / ISO 400 / ISO 800 / ISO 100
Shooting Modes
Frame movie mode
Special Effects
Vivid Red / Vivid Blue / Vivid Green / Darker Skin Tone / Lighter Skin Tone / Color Swap / Color Accent / Custom Effect / Neutral / Sepia / Black & White / Positive Film
Still Image Format
RAW + JPEG
Type
Digital camera
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
Optical
Manufacturer's Description
The PowerShot G11 is a compact camera that will find favor with professionals and advanced amateur photographers due to its superb image quality, full manual control of settings, and RAW shooting capability. If it's not practical or safe to carry a large DSLR a high-specification compact such as the PowerShot G11 is a fantastic choice. It's great for photographers looking to capture high resolution, high quality, and low light images without having to carry a large SLR system in their kit bags. The G11 features face detection technology that can detect and track numerous faces within the frame to ensure the correct exposure and focus for them. An enhanced i-Contrast system optimizes the dynamic range of subjects to deliver shadow details whilst avoiding highlight blow outs.
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Prices for Canon PowerShot G11: from $425.00.
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