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Canon G9 Powershot Digital Camera

★★★★★
4.7

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★★★★☆
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  • Bright lcd (139)
  • Quality construction (129)
  • Comfortable controls (123)
  • Easy setup (109)
  • Short lag time (94)
  • Easy to keep clean (75)
  • Easy to use (15)
  • Good battery life (10)
  • Good sized screen (10)
  • Great in low light (10)
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Cons

  • Long lag time (9)
  • Poor in low light (9)
  • Heavy (3)
  • Poor battery life (2)
  • Pricey (2)
  • Battery door obstruction (1)
  • Bulky (1)
  • Cheap lens (1)
  • Combination controls (1)

Best Uses

  • Travel (145)
  • Fun (120)
  • Art (66)
  • Photojournalism (59)
  • Documentary (53)
  • Outdoors (14)
  • Portraits (11)
  • Home (9)
  • Weddings (8)
  • Sports/action (7)
 
 
 

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Big Impact in a Compact Package
The PowerShot powerhouse: A class-leading 12.1-megapixel digital camera with unique Canon DIGIC III Image Processor, 6x optical zoom, and Optical Image Stabilizer.

12.1-megapixel resolution gives you plenty of rich, deep detail to work with. Blow up images to poster size, or enlarge and crop any section without fear of pixilation.

With DIGIC III, your images boast superior quality, the camera operates at top efficiency and battery life is enhanced. What's more, DIGIC III enables Canon's Face Detection Technology and red-eye correction to give you better, more true-to-life people shots. Simply press the Shutter Button halfway down, and the camera automatically pinpoints the faces in the scene and chooses the ideal focus point. The camera controls exposure settings and flash to keep every face looking bright and natural. Red eyes can be corrected during playback.

iSAPS Technology is an entirely original scene-recognition technology developed for digital cameras by Canon. Using an internal database of thousands of different photos, iSAPS works with the fast DIGIC III Image Processor to improve focus speed and accuracy, as well as exposure and white balance.

The camera is equipped with a long 6x optical zoom. Canon's own Optical Image Stabilizer Technology keeps images steady and blur-free all through the zoom range--even in low light--by detecting motion and generating a corrective signal. Because it is an optical system, more corrective movement is allowed and there is no degradation of image quality.



Creative Power in Your Control
Full range of shooting and recording modes including JPEG + RAW for the ultimate in creative control.

The PowerShot G9's RAW mode lets you shoot images without JPEG compression. It 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.

25 Shooting Modes, Including 9 Special Scene Modes

Auto
The camera chooses all the settings so you can concentrate on your subject.

P Program
Access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically.

Av Aperture-priority
You define the aperture to either isolate your subject or have clarity throughout the entire picture, and the camera will choose the corresponding shutter speed.

Tv Shutter-priority
You select the shutter speed to stop or blur action, and the camera finds the appropriate aperture. With slow exposure times, Canon's noise reduction system activates to ensure low image noise.

Manual
The ultimate in creative control, you set both aperture and shutter speed manually.

C Custom
Define and store your own settings to achieve the effects you prefer.

Stitch Assist
Build awe-inspiring panoramas by neatly aligning sequential images.

Movie
Shoot in High Resolution (1024 x 768 at 15 fps), VGA (640 x 480 at 30 fps/30 fps LP), QVGA (320 x 240 at 30 fps) for up to 1 hour or 4GB, QQVGA (160 x 120 at 15 fps) for up to 3 minutes or Time Lapse (640 x 480 at 1 second/2 second intervals) for up to 2 hours.

Special Scene Modes

Portrait
The camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject pop.

Landscape
For front to back sharpness, the camera sets a small aperture.

Night Scene
For impressive sunset or nightlife shots, the camera properly exposes the background and uses slow-sync flash for the subject.

Sports
Ensure highly accurate autofocusing when shooting fast-moving subjects.

Foliage
Capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms.

Snow
Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint.

Beach
Get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces.

Fireworks
Grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks.

Aquarium
Achieve proper flash-free exposure and natural hues at indoor aquariums.

Underwater
Capture underwater images with reduced backscatter effect. (Note: Optional waterproof case WP-DC21 required for shooting any underwater images. Waterproof case not included--must be purchased separately.)

ISO 3200
Expands the user's ability to shoot in dark settings without using the flash.

Indoor
Reduce blur and improve color accuracy when shooting handheld indoors.

Kids and Pets
Reduced focusing time freezes fast-moving subjects, so you won't miss those special shots.

Night Snapshot
Get natural-looking pictures with brighter backgrounds and subjects lit by flash.

Color Accent
Choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome.

Color Swap
Select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects.

A View That's a Pure Pleasure
Optical viewfinder plus large high-quality 3.0-inch PureColor LCD II screen for bright, accurate color with greater viewing from a wider angle and with an anti-glare, anti-scratch coating.

The PowerShot G9 gives you an extra-large 3.0-inch LCD screen for excellent control when framing your shots. But size is only part of the story. Canon's PureColor LCD II offers more spectacular color, resolution, and contrast even at an angle (compared to PureColor LCD). The screen is highly durable and easy to see in any light with a scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coating. It is a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images.

Canon technology maximizes quality and performance
Genuine Canon Face Detection Technology sets the focus, exposure, and flash automatically, leaving you free to compose a group, capture an unguarded moment, or coax the perfect smile. Plus the new Face Selector Button lets you select the primary face.

DIGIC III features Face Detection technologies, giving the you best possible results in any shooting situation. Face Detection AF/AE sets the focus point and exposure for the faces of your subjects. Face Detection FE adjusts the flash to correctly illuminate your subject to provide the best balance between your subject and the overall scene, eliminating the common problems of over- and underexposed faces.



And new Face Selector AF enables you to lock on and follow a specific face. The selected subject is tracked wherever the face moves in the frame.



The PowerShot G9 features ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations, giving you greater shooting flexibility.



Red-eye correction detects and corrects red-eye during playback. In unusual cases where red-eye is not automatically detected, it can easily be corrected manually during playback mode.



The Creative Freedom You've Wanted
Compatible with a wide range of accessories including EOS Speedlites, Canon supplementary lenses, and a waterproof case.

The PowerShot G9 is compatible with many shooting accessories, not only wide and teleconverter lenses, a waterproof case, and High-Power Flash designed for all of the PowerShot models, but also Speedlite EX series that is compatible with all EOS series SLR cameras. (Shooting accessories are not included; they must be purchased separately.) Attach a Speedlite 580EX II to the hot shoe, then you can set and control the flash on the Flash Control menu in the camera. With the 580EX II, the G9 is able to have extra functions such as autoflash metering, FE lock, and Flash exposure compensation. Canon's Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 enables you to have multiple slave flashes and wireless control. A waterproof case is also available for your underwater shooting.

The Complete Print Solution
Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Photo Printers, CP, and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.



The PowerShot G9's Print/Share button makes direct printing easier than ever. Simply connect the G9 to a Canon CP, SELPHY, or PIXMA Photo Printer or any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the lighted Print/Share button, and print! Also use the Print/Share button to transfer images to a computer (Windows and Macintosh).

Print your own ID photos in 28 different sizes or use the Movie Print function to output multiple stills from a recorded movie on a single sheet with a Canon SELPHY Compact Photo Printer.

Specification Description
Model 2082B001, 2082B001AA, CANPSG9, G9BK
UPC 013803083675
*Megapixels 12.1
AC Adapter ACK-DC20
Anti Shake Mode Yes
Aperture f/2.8-4.8
Color Black
color null
Compatible Battery NB-2LH
Compatible with Macintosh Yes
Compatible with Windows PC Yes
Continuous Advance (fps) 1.5
Depth (Inches) 1.67
Digital Zoom 4
Digital Zoom 4x
Effective Megapixel Count 12.1
Electronic Flash Built-in
Exposure Modes Aperture-Priority AE
Exposure Modes Auto
Exposure Modes Exposure Lock
Exposure Modes Manual
Exposure Modes Program AE
Exposure Modes Shutter-Priority AE
Flash Built-in with Red Eye Reducer
Focus Modes Auto
Focus Modes Macro
Height (Inches) 2.83
Image Format JPEG
Image Format RAW
Image Stabilization Optical Image Stabilization
LCD Display Size (Inches) 3
LCD Viewer 3 Inch
Lens Zoom Lens
Manufacturer’s Warranty - Hardware 1 Year
Movie Mode 1024x768
Movie Mode 160x120
Movie Mode 320x240
Movie Mode 640 x 480
Movie Mode AVI
Movie Mode Motion JPEG
Optical Viewfinder Yes
Optical Zoom 6
Optical Zoom 6x
PictBridge Compatible
Pixel Count 12 Megapixel
Removable Memory Type MultiMedia Card
Removable Memory Type Multimedia Card plus
Removable Memory Type SDHC
Removable Memory Type Secure Digital
Scene Modes Automatic
Scene Modes Beach
Scene Modes Fireworks
Scene Modes Indoor
Scene Modes Kids & Pets
Scene Modes Landscape
Scene Modes Night Scene
Scene Modes Night portrait
Scene Modes Portrait
Scene Modes Snow
Scene Modes Sports
Scene Modes Underwater
Select Camera Style Point & Shoot with Zoom Lens
Select Media Secure Digital Cards(SD),Secure Digital High Capac
Self Timer 10 Seconds
Self Timer 2 Seconds
Self Timer Yes
Sensitivity ISO 80-1600
Shutter Speed 15-1/2,500 sec.
size null
sku 63401
skuprice 499.9900
Sound Yes
Still Image Resolution (Max.) 4000 x 3000
Still Picture Capture Yes
Storage Media Type Secure Digital (SD) / MultiMedia Card (MMC)
style CANPSG9
taxable Y
USB Port (1) Mini-B
Video Movie Capture XGA - Up to 1024x768
Video Output NTSC
Video Output PAL
Weight (Pounds) .7
White Balance Auto
White Balance Cloudy
White Balance Custom
White Balance Daylight
White Balance Flash
White Balance Fluorescent
White Balance Fluorescent Light
White Balance Tungsten Bulb
White Balance Underwater
Width (Inches) 4.19

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Last update: Jun 12, 2009

Canon G9 Powershot Digital Camera Reviews

 
 
 

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[7 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
WOW

"After searching for weeks, I finally found this gem. I bought it and couldn't be more excited. When I opened the box, all I had to do was insert the memory card and battery and it was good to go! The features on this thing are incredible! My favorite thing is the options you have. I like that it has settings for all types of situations like foliage, and fireworks! wwoooww those disneyland firework photos came o..." Read Full Review »

Mar 14, 2008 by ANGCK

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Canon Powershot G9

"This G9 Digital camera has good features. Bad distortion at the widest angle. When zoomed out, lens intrudes into viewfinder. Good size for a compact. Price: To expensive for a compact. G9's menu is easy to follow. LCD not protected, has a wide viewing angle and easy to see in bright sunlight. Good quality the video capture but no zooming during video filming. Unexpected distortions. Lens holds sharpness fr..." Read Full Review »

Sep 12, 2008 by migcha

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Canon G9 Powershot Digital Camera Review

WOW

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Easy Setup
  • Easy to Keep Clean
  • Easy to use
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Art
  • Documentary
  • Fun
  • Travel
 

"After searching for weeks, I finally found this gem.

I bought it and couldn't be more excited. When I opened the box, all I had to do was insert the memory card and battery and it was good to go! The features on this thing are incredible! My favorite thing is the options you have. I like that it h …"  Read Full Review »

At the beach

At the beach
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another beach scene

another beach scene
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Escondido, CA
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[8 of 9 customers found this review helpful]

Canon G9 Powershot Digital Camera Review

A great all-around camera!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Easy Setup
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Art
  • Fun
  • Travel
 

"I bought this camera after reading other reviews and am not disappointed! I wanted a smaller, strong alternative to my rebel and the G9 delivers. I can do most of what I could do with the rebel, but it fits in my pocket. Plus the 12 megapixels is so impressive for shooting my painting subjects (anim …"  Read Full Review »

The first shot with the G9!

The first shot with the G9!
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[14 of 14 customers found this review helpful]

Canon G9 Powershot Digital Camera Review

wonderful things come in small packages

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Built in lense cover
  • Easy Setup
  • Easy to Keep Clean
  • Good looking
  • More »

    Cons

  • Combination controls

    Best Uses

  • Art
  • Fun
  • Travel
 

"I will be upfront that the only reason I did not purchase an SLR is am lazy. I am tired of carrying camera bags with a spare lense. When I covering a turn at a automotive race, it can be tiring holding the extra weight while you wait or track the cars around the track for the action shot. On day t …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 11 2008
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Moraga, CA
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Canon G9 Powershot Digital Camera Review

Fantastic Camera, Rivals Any DSLR

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Good lowlight performance
  • Great Battery Life
  • Has Camera RAW mode

    Cons

  • No include remote

    Best Uses

  • Anything you photograph
 

"The camera offers a novice a great camera to grow into while the more advanced shooter will be so pleased with the quality of images. While shooting on automatic will yield images with accurate, vibrant colors full of detail for close crops and enlargements there is also complete manual controls to …"  Read Full Review »

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Canon G9 Powershot Digital Camera Review

Canon Powershot G9

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Easy Setup
  • Easy to Keep Clean
  • Short Lag Time

    Cons

  • Poor Operation in Low Light

    Best Uses

  • Fun
  • Travel
 

"This G9 Digital camera has good features.

Bad distortion at the widest angle.

When zoomed out, lens intrudes into viewfinder.

Good size for a compact.

Price: To expensive for a compact.

G9's menu is easy to follow.

LCD not protected, has a wide viewing angle and easy to see in bright sunlight …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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