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Canon PowerShot G10 is the successor of PowerShot G9 features 14.7 Megapixels CCD sensor, 5x
optical zoom (35mm film equivalent: 28-140mm), DIGIC 4 for better Face Detection, capability to shoot
RAW just like a DSLR camera, ISO 80-1600, and a 3.0-inch TFT color LCD with wide viewing angle.
The camera measures 4.30 x 3.06 x 1.81 in./109.1 x 77.7 x 45.9mm and weighs Approx. 12.3 oz./350g.
The PowerShot G10 is available from October 2008
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Canon PowerShot G10 Reviews
InfoSync reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“Pros: Great image quality. Awesome architecture and build. Full gamut of features. Cons: Image
quality fell a few inches short of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. Canon should have capped the
PowerShot G10 at 10-megapixels. ”
Rating:
ImagingResource reviews the Panasonic LX3 and writes;
“A close look at the Canon G10’s images makes it clear that the Canon G10 meets the enthusiast’s
standard. We’ve used no finer digicam and it easily earns a Dave’s Pick.”
Rating: N/A
PCWorld reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“Overall, the Canon PowerShot G10 was a pleasure to use, but I wish the company had focused more on
noise control instead of just cramming in more megapixels. I loved carrying this sturdy camera around
and I appreciated its highly useful dials, but for the money you can easily find better overall
performers.”
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Steve’sDigicams reviews the Panasonic LX3 and writes;
“. If you are one who isn’t quite ready to jump into the dSLR world, but wants one of the most powerful
and easy to use digicams on the market, look no further. With excellent image quality, speedy
performance, loads of exposure options and manual controls.. I have no problem giving the Canon
PowerShot G10 a very high recommendation. “
Rating: N/A
GoodGearGuide reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“The G10 is compact but it packs plenty of manual features and is ideal for an enthusiast who doesn’t
want to lug around a D-SLR. We found it to be very well-suited to low-light photography and macro
shots, but it will perform well in any situation. ”
Rating:
TrustedReviews reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“It is beaten on picture quality and portability by the smaller, lighter and slightly cheaper Panasonic
LX3…. It’s still an impressive camera and can produce excellent results, especially in Raw mode ”
Rating:

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Cameras.uk reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“I am struggling to think of a more impressive compact digital camera than the Powershot G10. It is
simply the best. Yes the price tag is high, but you pay for great picture quality, build quality and set of
features. ”
Rating:
Adorama reviews the Panasonic LX3 and writes;
“Where the Canon PowerShot G10 really excels is sheer image quality, and here its performance can
only be described as awesome—noticeably better than the G9 (which is very good indeed) and far better
than other digital cameras of comparable size and price.”
Rating: N/A
CNET reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“The good: Functional and fun shooting design; great enthusiast-oriented feature set; very nice photo
quality The bad: Should be a little faster shot to shot. The bottom line: The Canon PowerShot G10 is a
solid enthusiast digital camera for those who want something compact to complement a dSLR.”
Rating:
DigitalTrends reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“Highs: Versatile wide-angle zoom; terrific shots in good lighting; great feel and ergonomics. Lows:
Expensive; relatively slow; video should be higher quality; noise above ISO 400 ”
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TheOnlinePhotographer reviews the Panasonic LX3 and writes;
“So while Canon’s Powershot G10 may not be the ultimate imaginable single-lens camera it’s certainly
doing its part to close in on that goal. And, contrary to my October remarks, in the final analysis I did
find the G10’s incremental improvements over the G9 to be worth the investment.”
Rating: N/A
PhotoReview.au reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“Being much smaller and less conspicuous than a DSLR, the G10 is a great little camera for candid and
street photography. With the default settings, it is quiet enough not to be noticed and you can adjust the
volume of the start-up and shutter sounds - or even turn them off completely - if you want completely
noise-free operation. ”
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CNET.asia reviews the Canon G10 and writes;

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“Photographs taken with ISO 80 to ISO 400 were very much usable, with slow incremental digital
artifacts that were remnants from the work of the noise-reducing algorithm. We found pictures snapped
at ISO 100 to be the most pleasant and natural-looking. At ISO 80, the image was a bit soft, and from
ISO 200, we detected some grittiness in the picture… ”
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CameraLabs reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“G10 remains a superb compact camera. It’s built like a brick yet comfortable to use, boasts full manual
control along with a flash hotshoe and RAW recording, has an excellent looking screen, a flexible zoom
range with wide angle capabilities and decent stabilisation, and the potential to deliver images packed
with detail – again so long as you stick to the lowest sensitivities and largest apertures.”
Rating:
CNET.uk reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“We love the Canon Powershot G10: it looks and feels like a serious camera should, yet makes operation
easy with a selection of controls that aren’t as intimidating as they may initially appear. The Nikon
P6000 adds GPS and wireless connectivity to similar specs, while the Ricoh GX200 is smaller and
cheaper. But both would have to go some way to beat the Canon’s image quality.”
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ByThom compares the Panasonic LX3 VS Nikon P6000 VS Canon G10 and writes;
“If you need pixels, you need the Canon, hands down. If you need the fast, wide, defect-free lens, you
need the Panasonic. You don’t need the Coolpix…. For my mark, the Canon comes the closest for my
types of use, though the Panasonic provides capabilities that I sometimes need and stays in the bag, too.
The Nikon will get sold off and I’ll go back to waiting for Nikon to design a decent compact.”
Rating: N/A
ePhotozine reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“ISO80 is lovely with sharp detail on the petals. This detail doesn’t leave but problems have started to
leak through at ISO200. To be fair, this is at full size enlargement and for me, the image doesn’t become
unbearable until ISO1600 anyway. While ISO800 has the purple blobs in the shadow area and a distinct
loss of detail in the petals, it’s not threatening enough to worry over..”

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PhotographyBlog compares the Canon G10 to Nikon P6000 and writes;
” The Nikon Coolpix P6000 is a good camera, but the Canon PowerShot G10 is better - it’s as simple as
that. In terms of both features and handling, the G10 has the edge, and it was invariably the camera that
I reached for first…it’s easy to declare the Canon PowerShot G10 as the winner of our first head to
head review.”
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DCR reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“The bottom line in our opinion is that in spite of some minor imperfections, the latest PowerShot G
camera proves to be a very well rounded package. In short, even in the face of high expectations, Canon
delivered the goods with its latest flagship PowerShot.”
Rating: N/A
KenRockwell reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“I’d buy a Canon G10 and use it for landscapes, travel, nature and the weird stuff I shoot instead of
dragging along an SLR. Even if I was carrying an SLR, I’d rather grab a G10 than change lenses on an
SLR. The G10 is that good.”
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LuminousLandscape compares the Canon G10 to Nikon P6000 and writes;
” The P6000 holds up well against the Panasonic LX-3, with both of them being similarly sized. The G10
is quite a bit heavier and bulkier, with the trade-off being its higher image quality, better build, and
superior features over the P6000, such as a multi-frame raw buffer and live histogram.”
Rating: N/A
KenRockwell compares the Canon G10 vs Nikon D40 and writes;
“The G10 is great for taking out of a big pocket for shooting nature and landscapes, but it’s too darn
slow for anything that moves… ”
Rating: N/A
PhotographyBlog reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“The G10 is undoubtedly the best ever Canon G-Series camera, and is a serious alternative to both an

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entry-level DSLR and other similar compacts (most notably the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and the
Nikon Coolpix P6000). It ultimately fails to gain our whole-hearted recommendation, however,
principally because of the noisy images at slow ISO speeds”
Rating:
LuminousLandscape compares the Canon G10 vs Hasselblad H2 and Phase One P45+ back and
writes;
“though on prints up to 13X19 ″ differences are almost impossible to see, on-screen at 100% one can
fairly easily tell which files are from the G10. There are artifacts visible at the micro detail level and
one can easily see other hints of what one is paying for.”
Rating: N/A
60hzproductions compares the Panasonic LX3 VS Canon G10 and writes;
“The detail coming from this 14.7MP sensor really is quite remarkable. I was surprised…. Either of
these cameras would be an EXCELLENT choice for those wishing to buy a compact that can produce
excellent results. Really, you can’t go wrong with either”
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TheOnlinePhotographer reviews the Canon G10 and writes;
“Canon has now demonstrated that a small camera with a small sensor can provide the ergonomics,
speed, flexibility, and image quality that would please most serious photographers.”
Rating: N/A
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Canon PowerShot G10 Samples
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Canon PowerShot G10 Press Release
Canon today announces its new flagship PowerShot compact digital camera: the PowerShot G10.
Replacing the PowerShot G9, the PowerShot G10 is the first G-series camera to offer wide-angle
imaging via a 5x (28mm) zoom with optical Image Stabilizer. The addition of a 14.7 Megapixel sensor
and Canon’s new DIGIC 4 image processor ensures exacting image quality.
High quality, wide angle lens
With a 5x wide-angle (28mm) optical zoom lens, the PowerShot G10 combines outstanding wide-angle
capabilities – making it perfect for landscapes, architecture or interiors – with the telephoto reach needed
for flexible composition. Sharp, blur-free shots throughout the zoom range are assured by Canon’s
optical Image Stabilizer, which offers enhanced performance via a 4-stop advantage.
14.7 Megapixel resolution with RAW
A 14.7 Megapixel CCD sensor – the highest resolution of any PowerShot model – works in combination

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with Canon’s new DIGIC 4 processor, for uncompromising images that combine high detail with
extremely low noise levels. Such outstanding detail allows printing in sizes of up to A2, or creative
cropping in post-processing.
For the ultimate in post-processing control, the PowerShot G10 includes a RAW shooting mode – plus
support for Canon Digital Photo Professional software, for integration into professional photographers’
workflows.
DIGIC 4 for exceptional images
Canon’s new DIGIC 4 image processor uses improved algorithms and calculation accuracy, allowing the
PowerShot G10 to deliver two major advantages: ultra-fast operation, and rich, low-noise images with
outstanding clarity and colour reproduction.
DIGIC 4 also powers several intelligent onboard features. Canon’s new i-Contrast feature increases the
dynamic range in images to bring out previously unnoticed detail in dark areas, like shadows – without
blowing out lighter areas.
Canon’s anti-blur solution combats blur caused by camera shake and subject motion using a range of
technologies: optical Image Stabilizer, Motion Detection Technology and Auto ISO Shift, plus new
Servo AF – which, when engaged, continually adjusts focus on a subject moving towards or away from
the camera.
Designed for more
With a range-leading resolution of 461k dots, a large 3.0” PureColor LCD II allows easy framing and
ultra-detailed review of every shot; this is complemented by improved colour rendition and an
exceptionally wide viewing angle. For immediate, fingertip access to key settings, the PowerShot G10
includes a new dedicated Exposure Compensation dial and dual ISO/shooting mode dial.
Complete accessory system
A comprehensive accessory system now includes support for Canon’s Macro Ring Lite and Macro Twin
Lite, which offer powerful new possibilities for close-up shots and other creative photography. New
compatibility with the Remote Switch RS60-E3 allows easy shutter release when shooting with a tripod.
“Like no other compact camera, the PowerShot G10 delivers the power to excel,” commented Mogens
Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe. “It will appeal not only to photo enthusiasts, but also
to professionals seeking a powerful, compact addition to their kitbag.”
Pricing & Availability
The PowerShot G10 is available from October priced at £499.99 / €649.99 inc VAT
Features at a glance
- 14.7 Megapixel CCD sensor
- 5x wide-angle (28mm) optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
- RAW image recording plus support for Canon Digital Photo Professional
- DIGIC 4 for clear, sharp images, high-speed AF (including Servo AF) and fast response times
- Targets all the main causes of blur with High ISO Auto, optical
- Image Stabilizer, Motion Detection Technology and Auto ISO shift
- Great people shots with improved Face Detection AF/AE/FE/WB plus
- Face Select & Track and FaceSelf-Timer
- 3.0” PureColor LCD II (461k dots resolution) with wide viewing angle and optical viewfinder
- i-Contrast boosts brightness and retains detail in dark areas
- Dedicated Exposure Compensation and ISO dials
- 26 shooting modes with manual control and custom settings
- Accessories include tele-converter, Speedlite flashes and waterproof case

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37 Comments »
Comment by Roy Williamson
Oh dear. Canon has blown it. What a missed opportunity. Yes it is a fine camera but we were all
saying here that if they had included a fold out LCD then Canon would not be able to keep up with
demand. Oh well, lets wait for the G11.
2008-10-06 07:16:53
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Comment by OHM
Oh dear, Canon has blown it…
Not for the fold out LCD, though… Instead, its failure to answer pros demand for a pocket-able
camera resides in the small, noise prone CCD that they kept in the amateur domain, while adding
even more mega-pixels. Silly, very silly marketing people prevailed again in the decision making
process at Canon’s… :-(((
2008-10-07 20:24:34
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Comment by rs11gps
2009-01-15 23:53:51

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I had one of the early Canon G-1 models with a fold out… it got in the way, was small and
susceptible to breaking. I’m happy with the integrated screen.
I think they looked at their previous feedback and made a consious decision to go with the
integrated screen.
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Comment by Paul Guthrie
Seems Canon can get some of the equation right, nice useable camera, good to handle, well built,
useful lens, but give ‘em a gong for the noisy chip.
Yes I agree a fold out LCD would be worth the extra bulk, maybe an accurate optical viewfinder.
Perhaps the next evolution will be CMOS.
Hey folks at Canon there is a great opportunity here to create something memorable, the perfect
camera ?
You can do it, you have the technology. We’re all crying out for a Japanese built Leica M, Contax G2
digital equivalent, we know it will probably a bit more expensive, but if you will build it they will
come. I certainly will, but until then I wait in bitter disappointment.
2008-10-08 15:25:46
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Comment by bob fielding
just recieved my g10 camera.a little bigger than i expected.the pictures i shot are much better than my
old canon sd870 and my sd990.the controls are very easy to find.now i can leave my nikon 300 at
home when i travel.the quality is that good.paid list price at amazon with free
5 day shipping.the only problem i had was threading the black strap.highly recommended.very
good lens which is most important no grain effect indoors or outside on auto settings
2008-10-08 17:21:08
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Comment by Yiannis
Can I ask, in what way are the G10 pics better than the SD990’s? Because they have the same
sensor and processor and the SD990’s lens is the same as the SD950’s, which was pretty sharp
(apart from the very corners).
Thaat’s because I’m thinking of buying the SD990! Also, is the Servo AF any good?
Thanks
Yiannis
2008-10-11 18:42:52
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Comment by ryan
A fold out lcd would be a huge waste of space and make the camera weigh too much and useless in
an underwater housing.
2008-10-13 11:31:58