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The New Canon Powershot G11 Compact Camera
August 20, 2009 | Gadgets & Reviews | 2,365 views
Canon Powershot G11. Canon has announced a successor to its flagship PowerShot G10 compact released last year. The Canon Powershot G11 replaces the G10′s 14.7MP sensor with what it describes as a high sensitivity 10 MP CCD though it still uses the same 28-140mm equivalent stabilized lens. The camera also gains a tilt and swivel LCD, though the size drops to 2.8 inches. Flash sync speed increases to 1/2000. Other features include Dual Anti-Noise System (more sensitive sensor and Digic 4 offering a claimed 2-stop improvement over the G10), RAW shooting and P/A/S/M shooting modes. HDMI output is also added.
PowerShot-G11
Professional photographers will benefit from the Powershot G11’s greatly expanded dynamic range. Canon’s new Dual Anti-Noise System combines a high sensitivity 10.0 Megapixel image sensor with Canon’s enhanced DIGIC 4 image processing technology to increase image quality and greatly improve noise performance by up to 2 stops (compared to PowerShot G10). The PowerShot G11 also includes i-Contrast technology, which prevents high-light blowout whilst retaining low-light detail – ideal for difficult lighting situations.
The premium quality Canon lens delivers picture-perfect performance, offering a 5x wide angle (28mm) zoom with optical Image Stabilizer (IS). This allows handheld shots to be taken at much slower shutter speeds (4-stops) than conventional non-IS models – allowing perfect shooting in darker conditions or at a lower ISO. Greatly reducing blur caused by camera shake, photographers can shoot at longer focal lengths and in lower light conditions without the need for a tripod.
| SPECIFICATIONS | Canon Powershot G11 | ||
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| Sensor | • 1/1.7″ Type CCD • 10 million effective pixels |
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| Image Sizes | • 3648 x 2736 • 3648 x 2048 • 2816 x 2112 • 2272 x 1704 • 1600 x 1200 • 640 x 480 • 320 x 240 |
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| Movie | • 640 x 480 @ 30fps • 320 x 240 @ 30fpsUp to 4GB or 1 hour |
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| Lens | • 28-140mm (35mm equiv) • f = 6.1 – 30.5 mm • 5x optical zoom • F2.8-4.5 • Construction: 11 elements in 9 groups (1 double-sided aspherical element) |
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| Focus / AF Mode | • Auto focus :TTL - Face Detection / 9-point AiAF - 1-point AF (center or Face Select and Track) - Fixed centre or Face Select and Track • Manual focus• Single • Continuous • Servo AF/AE |
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| Focus Distance | Closest focus distance 1 cm | ||
| Image Stabilizer | Yes (Lens-Shift) | ||
| Metering | • Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame) • Center-weighted average • Spot (center or linked to Face Detection) |
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| ISO Sensitivity | • Auto • ISO 80 • ISO 100 • ISO 200 • ISO 400 • ISO 800 • ISO 1600 • ISO 3200 |
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| Shutter Speed | • Auto (1 – 1/4000 sec) • 15-1/4000 sec |
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| Shutter Speed | • Auto (1 – 1/4000 sec) • 15-1/4000 sec |
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| Shooting Modes | • Auto • Program AE • Shutter Priority AE • Aperture Priority AE • Manual • Custom (2 modes) • Special Scene • Stitch Assist • Low Light • Quick Shot • Movie |
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| White Balance | • Auto (including Face Detection WB) • Daylight • Cloudy • Tungsten • Fluorescent • Fluorescent H • Flash • Custom1 • Custom2 • Underwater • White Balance Correction |
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| Self Timer | • 2 or 10 sec • Custom or FaceSelf Timer |
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| Continuous Shooting | • Approx. 1.1 shots/sec. • AF: Approx. 0.7 shots/sec. • LV: Approx. 0.8 shots/sec. (until memory card becomes full) |
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| Flash | • Auto, Flash On, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Red-eye reduction • Slow Sync Speed : Fastest speed 1/2000 sec • +/- 2EV in 1/3 stop increments • Face Detection FE compensation • Safety FE • Flash exposure lock • Manual Power Adjustment • Second Curtain Sync • Range (Auto ISO):50cm – 7.0m (wide) / 4.0m (tele) |
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| External Flash | E-TTL with EX series Speedlites, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX, Canon High Power Flash HF-DC1 | ||
| Viewfinder / LCD | Real-image zoom, Optical Viewfinder
E-TTL with EX series Speedlites, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX, Canon High Power Flash HF-DC1 |
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| Storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | ||
| Battery | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-7L | ||
| Dimensions | 112 x 76 x 48 mm | ||
| Weight | 355 g | ||
Powershot G11
The PowerShot G11 gives photographers the freedom to perfectly shoot fast-paced action. Quick Shot mode takes images almost instantly after pressing the shutter, so fast moving objects are always captured, whilst Servo AF/ AE continuously adjusts focus and exposure to optimise settings when photographing moving subjects.
The PowerShot G11 is equipped to deal with any light condition. Low Light mode enables photographers to shoot up to ISO 12,800 in reduced 2.5MP resolution at 2.4fps capturing brilliant shots indoors without the need for a flash, whilst a built-in Neutral Density (ND) filter decreases light levels by 3 stops allowing creative control in bright conditions.
The camera’s highest flash synchro speed has been increased to 1/2000th seconds, reducing the possibility of overexposed bright scenes. A real time histogram displays brightness levels on the PureColor II VA LCD screen, so photographers can easily view conditions and change settings when shooting.
Underwater Casing WP-DC34
Underwater photographers can even team the PowerShot G11 with the specially designed Waterproof Case WP-DC34 – an underwater housing allowing full control of the camera at depths down to 40m. The PowerShot G11 includes an HDMI port so users can review images on a full HD screen via an optional HDMI cable.
The PowerShot G11 can be used with a wide range of Canon accessories, including the Speedlite 270EX, 430EX II and 580EX II; Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX and Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX flashes for enhanced shooting options; the Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2, Speedlite Bracket BKT-DC1 and Remote Switch RS-60E3.
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how much does this cost here in the philippines? is it available in hidalgo? thanks
I just purchased one from Amazon as I can’t keep my mind off this since it came out last August. I read mostly positive reviews and it’s a great camera for those avid photographers but doesn’t wanna lug around the bulky SLRS.