Revision based on a production EOS-G12This is the last in our series of ' Quick ' Reviews. We use this format for the cameras that are functionally similar and identical in terms of output in templates that we have already reviewed. We test to confirm the quality of the image is identical (noise testing and shots of our ' than ' scene study at all), then focus the review about the differences between the two cameras. Learn all about the camera you are interested in we recommend reading not only the rapid, but also the full review of the Canon Powershot G11.Canon Powershot G series has a bold market high-end compact camera. Originally designed to provide users of film SLR ladder (relatively) affordable in passionate about digital imaging, in the last ten years have evolved to become what they are now-suction compact cameras and high-quality, attractive bodies according to existing DSLR users, fitting in ' mainstream ' niche between offers compact and small DSLRS cameras G series.
As can be seen in our recent group test high-end compact camera, the competition in this market segment is fierce. But not only the Canon Powershot G12 have faced this crop's latest compact cameras, also deals with fierce competition from a completely new category-mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. In recent months, Panasonic, Olympus, Sony and Samsung have started attacking the high-end compact aggressively market with high quality, but very small cameras with larger sensors (APS-C or four thirds). A camera like the Olympus pen and recently inaugurated-PL 2 with its collapsible zoom kit 14-42 mm isn't much bigger (and more expensive) than the G12 and it has a four thirds sensor considerably larger (over 5 x the light-gathering area).
Together with the Nikon Coolpix, Canon Powershot P7000 G12 is the largest "traditional" (i.e. fixed lens, small sensor) compact camera currently available. Is the comfort of its 28-140 mm (equivalent) embedded, zoom and articulated LCD enough to make it stand out from today's crop of compact cameras and mirrorless interchangeable lens? Read our quick review to find out. The G12 is very similar to its predecessor, the G11, in terms of specifications, but Canon has made some significant improvements. Here is a list of the main differences: check the ISO slightly lighter (4 g) higher resolution video mode (720 p up to VGA) up to 12800 ISO expansion (2 .5MP) in 1/3 EV stepsNew front control dial (similar to that found on the EOS DSLR) greater choice of appearance ratiosHybrid IS modeHDR modeElectronic spirit levelTracking AF mode Video mode • MOV [h.264 + Linear PCM (stereo)]:1280 x 720 at 24 fps
640 x 480 @ 30 fps
320 x 240 @ 30 fps
Miniature effect (HD), (L) 6 fps, 3 fps, 1.5 fps
• MOV [h.264 + Linear PCM (monaural)]:
640 x 480 @ 30 fps
• 320 x 240 @ 30 fps MOV [h.264 + Linear PCM (stereo)]:
1280 x 720 at 24 fps
640 x 480 @ 30 fps
320 x 240 @ 30 fps
Miniature effect (HD), (L) 6 fps, 3 fps, 1.5 fpsAspect Ratios • 16: 9
• 3: 2
• 4: 3
• 1: 1
• 4: 5 • 16: 9
• 3: 2
• 4: 3
• 1: 1
• 4: 5LCD screen • 3.0 TFT LCD monitor "
• 460,000 dots
• Approx. 100% coverage
•2.8? Angle TFT LCD monitor of Various
• 460,000 dots
• Approx. 100% coverage • 2.8 "" Vari-angle TFT LCD monitor
• 460,000 dots
• Approximately 100% coverageViewfinderReal-image zoom, optical zoom viewfinderReal-image, optical viewfinder
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The range of SD/IXUS consists of ' style oriented ' of Canon compact cameras, and like the rest of the market is fragmented into many niches, the range has grown to accommodate a growing variety of needs. The SD4000 is on top of current training, offering a 3.8 x wide-angle zoom (despite its Point-and available below) and aperture priority mode. Also the SD4000 is the first of his family to be based on a backlit CMOS sensor that allows high speed modes and promises to improve performance in low light conditions.Style low-key of the SD4000 is belies the fact that it is indeed a very compact camera. In addition to the news on a backlit CMOS sensor, also has a lens that begins with a 28 mm equivalent, F2, 0-impressive, even if it ends in a F5 1.3 rather less worthy of note at the end of its 105 mm equivalent zoom range. We're curious to see the effect of using a CMOS sensor to hand back lit in the SD4000 is, because in our experience the promises made for low-light ability of these sensors (which collect light from what would be the back of a conventional CMOS design and then remove all supporting circuitry from the path of light), are not always evident compared to some of the most modern CCD designs.However, the SD4000 is capitalize read faster than CCDS, CMOS sensor, 720 p HD video offer, 3.7 fps full resolution continuous shooting, image resolution 8.4 fps reduced and even movies that are played 240 fps to 30 fps to give a slow motion effect. Being the top of the range compact style of Canon SD4000 is also has a selection of extra shooting mode as miniature and fisheye (fake tilt/shift) modes. 28-105 mm equivalent, F2.0-5.3 image stabilized lens10 million pixel 1/2.3 "sensor (0.28 cm?) 3.0-inch LCD screen (16: 9 aspect ratio, 230 k dots) 720 p 30 fps HD video capture3.7fps back-illuminated CMOS continuous shooting at full resolutionISO 125-3200 (6400 at reduced resolution) HDMI outputSensor • type 1/2.3"
just released: Our quick review of the Canon PowerShot G12 enthusiast compact. As the G12 does not arrive in time to be included in the high-end compact camera tests, now we had the chance to put together our quick review that looks at the differences between his predecessor, and competitors. Inherits most of the major features of the G11, G12 sees the addition of an EOS-style front control dial, hybrid, multi-aspect ratio of shooting and recording 720 p HD video.