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Canon PowerShot G11 Digital Camera (High Sensitivity 10.0 MP, 5x Zoom, 2.8 Inch Vari-Angle LCD)

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  • High sensitivity DIGIC 4 image processor with 10 million effective pixels
  • 5x optical zoom, 28-140mm (35mm equivalent), with 9-point auto focus
  • ISO sensitivity to 12800
  • 2.8 inch Vari-angle PureColor II VA screen
  • Features 640 x 480 MOV movie mode and RAW still image mode
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Canon PowerShot G12 Digital Camera (High Sensitivity 10 MP, 5x Zoom) 2.8 Inch Vari-angle Purecolor LCD Canon PowerShot G12 Digital Camera (High Sensitivity 10 MP, 5x Zoom) 2.8 Inch Vari-angle Purecolor LCD 4.4 out of 5 stars (78)
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  • Item Weight: 354 g
  • Boxed-product Weight: 907 g
  • Batteries 1 Lithium ion batteries required.
  • Item model number: 3632B017AA
  • ASIN: B002LSI1HS
  • Date first available at Amazon.co.uk: 19 Aug 2009
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 28,325 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

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Capture the exceptional with the ultimate digital compact camera
The PowerShot G11 is designed for the photographer who requires a small compact camera with the features of an SLR. The successor to the multi-award winning PowerShot G10, it not only gives you full manual control but also aperture and shutter priority. You can exposure compensate as well as manually focus to give to complete control over creativity. Known as the Pro's compact the PowerShot G11 gives you not only total control but maximum levels of detail . Features include 5x wide angle (28mm) zoom with optical Image Stabilizer (IS), which greatly reduces blur caused by camera shake, so you can shoot at longer focal lengths and in lower light conditions or at a lower ISO, without the need for a tripod. Add to that Canon's new High Sensitivity 10 Megapixel image sensor, Dual Anti-Noise System, a 2.8-inch Vari-Angle PureColor System LCD and choice of Smart Auto or full manual control and this truly is a groundbreaking, premium quality compact digital camera. No wonder the PowerShot G11 is the favourite compact of professional photographers and photo agencies the world over - and the perfect choice for advanced amateurs.

The Dual Anti-Noise System offers a new low light mode which greatly improves dynamic range and noise reduction for brilliant results.
The Dual Anti-Noise System offers a new low
light mode which greatly improves dynamic
range and noise reduction for brilliant results.
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Dual Anti-Noise system to deal with any light conditions
Canon's new Dual Anti-Noise System expands the range of shooting and allows you to successfully shoot scenes that were previously difficult, particularly in low light conditions. It combines a High Sensitivity 10.0 Megapixel image sensor, which uses the latest technology to increase the area of each pixel on the sensor by approximately 45% and greatly improves the signal to noise ratio, with Canon's enhanced DIGIC 4 image processing technology for improved noise reduction.

The results are spectacular. Camera shake and subject blurring is reduced in dark scenes and flash effective distance is extended so even background of your shot can be reproduced brightly. In scenes with large differences in contrast the dynamic range is greatly improved and highlight blowout and loss of detail in shadows is reduced - for great looking pictures every time.

Overall the Dual Anti-Noise System offers a maximum noise reduction effect (and increase in quality) equivalent to 2-stops over previous models. The system also makes possible a new low light mode that automatically adjusts the maximum ISO speed from ISO 3200 to ISO 12800 so you can capture spectacular 2.5MP images in an astonishing range of difficult low-light conditions that were impossible to shoot before. This makes it easier than ever to take stunning low-light portraits or retain the ambient light detail with late-night landscapes.

The PowerShot G11 also includes a built-in 3-stop Neutral Density (ND) filter and white balance fine control, which enables photographers to more accurately account for variations in natural and artificial light, such as differences in colour tone across various kinds of tungsten light bulbs. The ability to make such fine adjustments in-camera can cut processing time post-shoot - while enabling photographers to be more creative in the field.

Full creative control with RAW + JPEG
The PowerShot G11 includes manual mode that allows you full control over exposure settings so you can really make your photos your own, exploring not only the full potential of this powerful camera but also the limits of your own creativity. You can also shoot in RAW mode, which lets you shoot images without JPEG compression. This gives you clearer images and complete creative control in editing. RAW images are transferred directly to the computer where they can then be edited using image adjustment software or a processing application to adjust your images as you please. The camera can also be set to allow the simultaneous recording of both RAW and JPEG images while shooting.

Advance Scene Detection Technology gets the best from difficult shooting conditions.

Advance Scene Detection Technology gets
the best from difficult shooting conditions.
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Intelligent by design for the perfect image
Setting the PowerShot G11 to Smart Auto mode allows the camera to intelligently select the appropriate settings so you can concentrate on your subject. Advanced Scene Detection Technology automatically analyses shooting conditions then selects the perfect settings from 22 specially defined scenes. So whether you're photographing flowers, a captivating sunset or friends in the park you can be confident you're getting the perfect image.

With moving subjects - Servo Auto Focus/Auto Exposure (AF/AE) is in constant operation so they always in focus and correctly exposed so you never have to miss a shot, while Motion Detection Technology reduces subject blurring. For close ups the camera automatically switches to macro mode for sharp shots and, no matter what the setting may be, optimum exposure and flash controls ensure your subject is perfectly lit and dark and light areas are accurately reproduced. Photographers can also take advantage of Quick Shot - a shooting method that cuts shutter lag by using the optical viewfinder for focus and framing - so you have the freedom to perfectly shoot fast-paced action.

Large, bright 2.8-inch Vari-Angle LCD
The PowerShot G11 gives you a large 2.8" PureColor System Vari-Angle LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. But size is only part of the story. Canon's PureColor System LCD offers spectacular color, resolution and contrast even at an angle. The screen is durable and easy to see and being Vari-Angle it not only allows you to compose your shot at different angles (for example with macro photography) but it's also a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images.

The PowerShot G11 is compatible with the Speedlite range of flashes

The PowerShot G11 is compatible with the
Speedlite range of flashes
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Optional accessories including Speedlite flashes, underwater housing and Tele-Converter Lens
The PowerShot G11 is compatible with the Speedlite flash series intended for all EOS series SLR cameras. Attach a Speedlite flash to the hot shoe, then you can set and control the flash on the "Flash Control" menu in the camera. With a Speedlight, the G11 is given extra functions such as autoflash metering, FE lock and Flash exposure compensation; continuous shooting with external flash. Also Canon's Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 enables you to have multiple slave flashes and wireless control. A Tele-Converter lens designed for the G11 and WP-DC34 Waterproof Case are also available.

HDMI output for viewing still images on an HDTV
With the advanced PowerShot G11, you can capture breathtaking, high-resolution still images and impressive standard definition movies with ease. The camera also makes it simple to enjoy and share your stills and video movies with a mini-HDMI connector for direct connection to a high-definition monitor or HDTV, so every color and nuance can be appreciated like you intended them to be.

A world of advantages with Canon technology

The Optical Image Stabiliser automatically detects and corrects camera shake.

The Optical Image Stabiliser automatically
detects and corrects camera shake.
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Rich razor-sharp images - every time
The lens is the most important part of any imaging device and all Canon cameras incorporate lenses designed and manufactured by Canon to the most exacting standards - lenses based on over 60 years of experience for outstanding results.

The outstanding quality of Canon lenses is underscored by their use in most broadcast applications. For example programmes like Coronation Street, Casualty and X Factor and nature documentaries like The Blue Planet and Life, as well as the majority of outside broadcasts in the UK, are all recorded using Canon's state-of-the-art broadcast lenses.

Canon's market-leading Optical Image Stabiliser is a lens-shift system that automatically detects and corrects camera shake, whilst ensuring outstanding image quality. It can monitor for movement over 4,000 times per second, allowing handheld shooting at longer focal lengths and in lower light conditions without blur and giving you steady, crisp, brilliant images you'll be proud to shoot and share. Pioneered by Canon for their EOS Digital SLR cameras in 1987 it is the fastest in-lens image stabiliser available on the market (twice as fast as the nearest competitor) and ensures the PowerShot range has a top quality pedigree.

The 5x wide angle optical zoom lens on the PowerShot G11 lets you capture more image in every shot and adds more depth to your photography. Meanwhile a resolution of 10.0 Megapixels allows you to capture every scene in rich detail, ensuring oversize prints - even of cropped pictures - retain high image quality.

Face Detection locates faces in shot and automatically adjusts for natural skin tones

Face Detection locates faces in shot and
automatically adjusts for natural skin tones.
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Fast, intelligent processing even in tricky lighting conditions
Canon's most advanced image processor, DIGIC 4, lies at the heart of every Canon digital camera and delivers exceptional processing speeds, responsive operation and advanced noise reduction. It also makes possible intelligent evolved Face and Object Detection Technology, which finds and tracks moving subjects until you're ready to shoot, adjusting the camera settings for optimal results. Faces will have natural-looking skin tones and additional Blink Detection lets you avoid the disappointment of mis-timed people shots by displaying a 3 second warning if a person in the frame has their eyes closed. Red-Eye Correction is also an integral feature to ensure flawless photos.

A Face Detection Self-Timer also makes group photos and self-portraits easy. Once the shot has been set up, the camera records the number of faces detected in the frame when the shutter is depressed and the self timer started - it then waits for an extra face to get in the frame and adjusts focus and exposure before it takes the picture.

DIGIC 4 also makes possible Canon's enhanced i-Contrast feature, which offers improved contrast and greater detail in tricky lighting conditions. Available in either shooting or playback mode, i-Contrast analyses the exposure, dynamic range and other image characteristics of a shot then adaptively increases the gain in dark areas to produce heightened detail in those regions. It does this without blowing out correctly exposed parts of the image, while the noise reduction function of DIGIC 4 ensures minimal noise in the adjusted areas.

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Canon Powershot G11/10Mpix 2.8" LCD


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284 of 287 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding buy... 19 Oct 2009
The Canon G11 is an excellent camera.

As a professional photographer I was looking for a compact camera with excellent image quality and, above all, outstanding controllability. The G11 delivers.

Image quality - Up to 400 ISO the G11's image quality is excellent. Whilst the sensor exhibits more noise than an SLR, images are very sharp and colours are reproduced well. 800 ISO is very usable, one of the high point's of the lowering of megapixels and the addition of Canon's Digic 4 processor being very good high ISO performance. This is not a professional level SLR and if you are looking for brilliant low light performance you are much better off getting an entry level SLR and a bright lens. (Canon's 50mm f1.8 would be a good option for example.)

Build quality - This is one of the few slight negatives of this camera. Don't get me wrong, the build quality is very good, but not professional level. The main complaint is the control wheel on the rear of the camera, that feels flimsy, and can easily be turned accidentally. Some critics are saying there has been a drop in build quality from the G11's forerunner the G10. For the amount of money this camera costs the build quality should be exemplary.

The Screen - I've dedicated an entire section to this because it warrants it. The flip out screen is a brilliant addition. It has excellent resolution and colours and the ability to move the screen cures one of my biggest annoyances with compact cameras - using the screen in bright sunlight. The tilting screen lets you get a different perspective by shooting from above or below and when lending the camera to friends they can even flip it round and take self portraits.

Controllability - This is where the Canon G11 outclasses every other compact by a mile. The ability to select ISO, and exposure compensation from the top of the camera, as well as have one control wheel and a customizable button is, for me, the best thing about this camera. If I suddenly decide to shoot an aircraft flying overhead I want to be able to lower the ISO, get the camera to expose correctly against the sky, open up my aperture, zoom the lens and frame all within a few seconds. The speed with which I can do that on the G11 is not far off that of my professional level SLR.

If the sentence about changing all those things scares you then the G11 is not for you. Get the Canon S90 instead. It has the same insides, a very similar lens is more compact AND over £100 cheaper and is much better if you want a very good quality point and shoot. However, if you are used to an SLR and want to have similar controllability in a camera that you can put in your pocket then the G11 represents a brilliant buy.

Some more positives - The G11 can be paired up with any of Canon's flashguns and if all my other cameras broke/were stolen at a wedding I could still complete the shoot, and even fire a flashgun remotely to give directional light. I hope never to need it, but it opens up more creative opportunities. The lens zooms quite quickly and the shutter lag does not feel slow. Autofocus speed is good. You won't be shooting sports with the G11, but in general it is adequate.

The negatives:
The price - this is a very expensive compact. For the same price you could purchase one of several entry level SLR's and get more than one lens. If you want a small camera that gives nearly professional results, but need small package then the G11 will suit you - if you are a war photographer for example.

The write time - the time the camera takes to write files to the card is quite slow compared to an SLR. Being used to top professional speeds probably clouds my judgment, but it would be nice if I could reduce the lag time between shots. (Bear in mind that a fast memory card will help somewhat.)

Despite a few minor complaints the G11 still gets 5 stars. I wasn't expecting its image quality to be this good. If you demand controllability over your shots and need a compact camera then the G11 will be an excellent buy.
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225 of 228 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Canon G11 versus Canon G10... 26 Oct 2009
By nicjaytee TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Unfortunately, I purchased a Canon G10 just before the release of the G11 and for reasons explained below I've now bought a G11... which gives me the unusual and unexpected "privilege" of being able to compare the two side-by-side.

So what was so wrong with the G10 that I bought a G11? Nothing really other than the G10's noise at higher ISO settings. Is this a serious problem? Well, if like me, you want a camera that's a portable alternative to your DSLR and which operates very close to your DSLR's performance, then it probably is. How much so? Here's two examples that made me invest in the G11. The first was when using the G10 on a clear blue sky day to shoot sports events using its "Sports" program - the camera, correctly, chose shutter speeds of 1/1250 and, as a result, set ISO ratings at around 400 but, noise was evident at anything above 50% magnification and very marked at 100% magnification (this was, remember, in very bright light so the problem would be markedly worse in other situations). The second was when shooting indoors in late afternoon light without a flash - on the "Auto" program the ISO was, again correctly, bumped up to over 200 and, again, noise was evident at 100% or greater magnification - so much so, that I was forced to manually set ISO to under 200 with the resulting problems in slower shutter speeds.

You could say that I'm being overly "picky" here, but I don't think so... while these noise levels are perfectly acceptable in cheaper point & shoot cameras, they're really not acceptable in a camera priced at this level and, more importantly, they mean that it can't be used with confidence as a point & shoot alternative to my DSLR which was one of the main reasons for buying it. Sure you can overcome some of the ISO issues by using the camera's huge number of manual over-ride options but you shouldn't have to.

The problem, of course, is the mega-pixel count in the G10 which, while good for "marketing" purposes, is just too high for a camera this small and which therefore precipitates additional noise at even relatively modest ISO levels. Set the camera to under ISO 200 and you get the resolution advantage of 14.7 million mega-pixels but your shooting options are reduced; let the camera do the work and, in anything other than "normal" situations, noise could become a serious issue.

Time to assess how my newly acquired 10 megapixel G11 performs in similar situations... the answer?... brilliantly. My test shot comparisons between the two show noticeably reduced noise levels for the G11 at anything over ISO 200, with noise down to a level that, while not quite as good as my DSLR, is as close as you'd expect or hope for from this type of camera. And, while there's a slight resolution loss compared to the G10, it's so tiny that it's unnoticeable other than in a slow ISO rated shot (i.e. 80 or 100) blown-up to extremely high magnification levels but... am I really going to use the G11 rather than my DSLR for huge prints or professional quality studio or field work? Unlikely. Also, there seems to be a marginally better "feel" to the G11's shots at below ISO 200 which could well be the result of its claimed improvements in image processing or just my own perception. Whatever, the bottom line is that the G11 produces the same or better quality photos than the G10 in virtually all "real life" situations that I'm likely to use it for and, equally importantly, allows me to use it with the confidence that its end results will be extremely close to those that my DSLR would have produced if I'd had it with me.

Other than that, the two cameras are pretty much identical: the G11's fold out screen can be argued either way (it has obvious advantages in certain situations but it makes the camera feel a bit bulkier and slightly reduces the size of the screen's viewing area), there are a few more menu options in the G11 which most people will never use, the on/off button on the G10 is slightly easier to use (particularly with gloves on), and the G11 has additional "low light" and "quick shot" programs on the main dial, which are of limited practical value. In other words, unless you really do need a fold out screen, nothing worth writing home about.

Oh, and the price... the G11 is, at present, about £100 more than the G10 in the UK, which is a pretty big difference. Is a £100 price hike worth it for improved performance in certain situations? Well, that's your decision: the G10 is a perfectly acceptable and usable camera once you know its limitations but, if you don't want these limitations, or if you just want the confidence that the camera will perform at close to digital SLR levels in virtually all situations you throw at it, then the G11 is definitely worth the extra money. Anyone want to buy a G10?... it'll be on eBay soon.
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64 of 66 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the G11 8 Nov 2009
I'd had a G6 and loved its image quality if not its high noise over 200ISO.

I wanted a camera that offered the same sort of image quality as my DSLRs, usable image quality at higher ISOs, RAW files and which allowed the use of my Canon flashguns. The G11 ticks all of these boxes and offers the articulated screen that the G6 had. Oh, and a usable viewfinder. I hate standing there with a camera held out in front of me. It's an age thing I guess.

I've done shot by shot comparisons between the G11 and my 20D and Tamron 28-75 (a great lens) and was hard pushed to tell one camera's images from the other. The modern compact cameras are really impressive pieces of technology

Yes, it's too expensive and I could have bought another DSLR body for the same money. Thing is, though, it offers something much more useful and is a great travel camera.

I love it. I'd love it even more if it were cheaper but it really is the business.
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