Given the success of Canon's highly acclaimed G Series, it's no surprise that ambitious photographers have been eagerly anticipating the next model in its evolution. The wait has paid off handsomely with the introduction of the PowerShot G9. In image quality and functionality, the G9 stands above the competition with 12.1 megapixels of resolution, a 6x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer, and RAW mode for the ultimate in creative control. Sophisticated design and high-quality construction complement the technology and make the G9 a camera to be reckoned with.
The Canon G9 is the best compact digital camera available, but not quite perfect.
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Written By jvandegr
Date Written Dec 18 2007
Summary
Introduction My Canon A620 digital camera has been a faithful backup camera for over a year now. It does pretty much everything I ask of it and it's made me a big fan of Canon's A-series cameras. The next step up from this series of camera is...
Strength
Durable construction, great feature set, good controls, sharp lens across the zoom range.
Weakness
Slightly above average noise at all ISO settings, somewhat expensive.
Bottom Line
I can recommend the Canon G9 for its rugged build, sharp lens, and good controls. Image noise, handling, and price are all just a little less than desirable.
I am not a professional photographer but I have owned several digital cameras, including the Canon G2, G4 and G6. My review here of the latest G9 is based on personal use and a comparison to previous G series cameras. My comments will be general in...
Strength
Many features & capabilities; novice to professional; handsome & solidly built; good value.
Weakness
No swivel LCD; battery life could be better; inconvenient tripod mount & interface door locations.
Bottom Line
From novice to professional every camera enthusiast will appreciate this camera. Solidly built, handsome appearance and endless features make this point and shoot camera fun to use and master.
I have been a Canon PowerShot enthusiast for years now. Started from S100, went through S200, S320, S400, SD200, SD550, and my favorite SD700 which I left in India during one of my trips. Anyways, after SD700 I started looking at G-series and was...
Strength
Sturdy, Quality, Great Panoramic Shots, Crisp Colors, Feature Packed
the powershot g9 is the new flagship of canon's midrange digital cameras and it does deliver! First I must add that for those of you who think this camera looks familar, yes... it is based on the powershot g7 design and is in fact an update to the g7...
Strength
12MP, built in "photo lab" 3" lcd, long lasting battery
Weakness
a little heavy, lcd could have been adjustable
Bottom Line
This camera is perfect for beginners and professionals. it is another reason why i am switching everything to canon, a company that knows photography!
The best advanced point & shoot on the market. 12.1 mp Designed for the photographer who wants more from their shots than a point and shoot can give and doesn't want to carry around a DSLR. A big feature is the ability to shoot in RAW mode. If you're...
Strength
Good size, Shoot in RAW, Canon quality, Canon Accesories
Weakness
A little awkward in the pocket. No ergonomic grip. Mild Fringing
