Top Price Canon G12 10 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.8 Inch Vari-Angle LCD
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- 10.0-megapixel sensor and the DIGIC 4 Image Processor combine to create Canon's HS SYSTEM for improved low light performance
- Shoot 720p HD video in stereo sound; HDMI output
- Canon's Hybrid IS compensates for angular and shift camera shake during close-up shooting
- 5x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer; 28mm wide-angle lens; optical viewfinder
- Capture images and video to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card, MultiMediaCard, MMC Plus Card, HC MMC Plus Card (not included)
Feast your eyes on an updated G Series digital camera: The G12. It's ready to impress the advanced amateurs who have always celebrated the G Series. The G12 is still loaded with powerful technologies that has made the G Series cameras so renowned, like the Canon HS SYSTEM, 2.8-inch Vari-angle PureColor System LCD, and RAW + JPEG image modes. Now, this flagship camera paves the way with these new upgrades like 720p HD Video with stereo sound to get crystal clear footage, multiple aspect ratios, High Dynamic Range, Electronic Level, Tracking AF, a Front Dial and much more to give you even more creative control than before!
Olympus OM-D EM-5, Panasonic Lumix FT10 , Fuji S2980, Panasonic DMC-FS45EB-V, Canon IXUS 230 HS, Fujifilm FinePix XP50. Sony Alpha SLTA33L, Sony - Alpha DSLR-A300, Panasonic Lumix GF2, Panasonic Lumix FT10, Panasonic DMCFZ48EBK, Canon IXUS 500 HS, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2HEB-K , Nikon Coolpix S3300, Olympus SH-25MR , Olympus SH-21, Sony DSCW630, Canon Powershot SX240, Panasonic Lumix TZ6, Fuji HS20 , Sony NEXC3KB, Canon PowerShot A2400, Canon EOS 350D , Sony DSCTX10 , Nikon Coolpix S9300, Nikon S9100,Samsung MV800, Panasonic Lumix FZ100, Fujifilm X-S1, Olympus SP-720UZ, Olympus SP-810UZ, Pentax Optio RZ18, Fuji F600 EXR, Sony NEX7KB.CEH, Canon IXUS 950, Pentax Q , Nikon Coolpix S6200, Sony HX10, Olympus TOUGH-8010, Canon IXUS 500 HS
Canon PowerShot G12 Highlights
10.0 Megapixel sensor combined with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor creates Canon's HS SYSTEM
The PowerShot G12 employs the HS SYSTEM by combining a powerful 10.0 Megapixel CCD sensor and Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor. Thanks to this technological advancement, the G12 is dramatically more sensitive than cameras with identical megapixel counts, and delivers spectacular images with minimal noise. Increased sensitivity demands a higher ISO speed, and the PowerShot G12 delivers with a new maximum setting of ISO 3200. Blur and camera shake are notably reduced for the ultimate in sharpness and clarity.
In addition, a new Low Light mode lets you capture images in an astonishing range of conditions. The camera automatically adjusts the ISO speed from ISO 320 to ISO 12800 in relation to ambient brightness, subject movement and camera shake.
Shoot 720p HD video in stereo sound and play back on an HDTV via the HDMI output
The PowerShot G12 lets you record video in beautiful high definition (1280 x 720 pixels). The camera also makes it easy to enjoy HD videos (and still photos) on your HDTV with a mini-HDMI connector for direct connection to a high-definition TV monitor. You'll enjoy the HD experience with no degradation of image or audio in the signal, plus the ability to display up to 130 still images at once.
Canon Eos 550d, CANON EOS 600D , Canon EOS 450D , Olympus TG-620, Sony NEX7B.CEH, Fujifilm FinePix XP150, Nikon Coolpix S6300,Samsung WB150, Nikon Coolpix S6200, Fuji Finepix S2950, Canon IXUS 230, Panasonic DMC-FZ38EB-K, Nikon 1 J1, Panasonic Lumix FS33,NIKON - D 3100, Nikon D40, Sony DSCW630, Olympus TG-320, Canon A4000 , Canon EOS 300D , Sony TX20, Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III,Olympus E-PL3, Canon PowerShot G10, SONY DSC-HX10V, Canon EOS 550D, Fujifilm FinePix S4200, Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS , Olympus TG-320, Canon PowerShot S100, Sony NEX5N, Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS, Ricoh GRD IV, Panasonic DMC-GX1XEB-K , Olympus SH-25MR , Olympus SH-21, Olympus TG-610, Fujifilm FinePix F300EXR, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, Olympus E-PL1 , Sony DSLR-A200K , Sony Alpha A230L,Fujifilm FinePix T400
The PowerShot G12 also includes spectacular video functionality. When shooting video, you can get up close with the 5x Optical Zoom for riveting detail and realism, from the overall appearance to facial expressions! And the camera's Smart AUTO technology that helps ensure the perfect still image works to bring that same quality to your video.
Shooting and recording modes including RAW + JPEG
The PowerShot G12'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.
Canon's Hybrid IS compensates for angular and shift camera shake during close-up shooting
The PowerShot G12 is equipped with Canon's highly advanced Hybrid IS function, which corrects camera shake from two sources to deliver sharp, blur-free images even when you zoom in close to your subject.
Hybrid IS employs both an angular sensor and an accelerometer, enabling it to suppress both the blur caused by the angle of the camera and the "shift blur" that happens when your subject moves parallel to the camera, a problem that is especially noticeable at large zoom factors.
Samsung WB700, Canon EOS 7D, Samsung WB210 , Fujifilm FinePix T400, Sony WX100, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, Nikon S6150, Olympus TG-310, Sony NEXC3DS.CEH, Panasonic DMC-FT4EB-S, Sony A65, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 , Fujifilm FinePix S9500, Samsung ST200F,Nikon Coolpix S6300, GMYLE TM 12MP, Ricoh CX6, Sony Bloggie Sport , Sony Alpha 57, Olympus E-PL3 , Canon PowerShot A4000, Sigma SD15 , Sony A77, Canon PowerShot SX30, PANASONIC WATERPROOF , Canon SX240 HS, Fujifilm FinePix T400 , Canon EOS 500D, Canon Powershot S3 IS, Casio Exilim EX-ZR , Sony DSCHX7V, Nikon D5000, Samsung WB 150, Olympus TG-810 , Olympus FE-4040, Nikon Coolpix S8200, Canon EOS 1100D, Nikon D70, Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR , Fujifilm FinePix S2980, Casio Exilim EX-FH100, Canon A3300 IS
With the ability to produce clear, steady images in all situations and at any zoom length, the PowerShot G12 is the camera you'll want to take everywhere.
2.8-inch Vari-angle LCD with 461,000 dots plus an optical viewfinder
The PowerShot G12 gives you a large 2.8-inch PureColor System 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. It is a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images.
5x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer, plus a 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
The camera is equipped with a long, 5x Optical Zoom, and 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.
The G12 is a highly versatile camera with a wide-angle zoom lens that reaches all the way from 28mm at the wide end to 140mm at the telephoto end (35mm format equivalent). You'll capture more image in every shot, and add greater depth to your overall photography.
Nikon Coolpix S610, Sony DSCT70HDPR, FujiFilm Finepix S2980, Sony Alpha SLTA55V.CEH, Nikon Coolpix S3300, Canon SX240 HS, Canon PowerShot G9, Sony NEX-5N SLR, Olympus VR-340 , Sony NEX5AS , Canon PowerShot A1300, Sony DSCTX9N , Sony DSCHX5VB, Nikon D50,Nikon Coolpix L120, Nikon D60, Pentax Optio WG-2, Canon IXUS 500, Sony DSC-T99, Canon PowerShot A3300, Panasonic TZ8, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1XEB-S, Panasonic DMC-G3, Sony NEXC3DB.CEH, Nikon Coolpix S6300, Nikon Coolpix S6200, Fujifilm FinePix S4200, Canon IXUS 240 HS, Pentax K-r DSLR, Olympus SH-25MR, Casio Exilim EX-FH100, Casio Exilim FH20, Nikon Coolpix L810, Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150, Canon - PowerShot E1, Olympus OM-D EM-5 , Kodak Easyshare Z5120, Samsung NX100, Samsung WB150
Optional accessories including Speedlite flashes, underwater housing and Tele-Converter Lens are available
The PowerShot G12 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 G12 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 G12, Filter Adapter FA-DC58B and WP-DC34 Waterproof Case is also available.
High Dynamic Range scene mode combines multiple shots into one picture
Shooting in high contrast environments can often result in photos with overexposed and underexposed sections. So to tackle this problem, Canon developed the High Dynamic Range shooting mode to make select PowerShot cameras even more intuitive. Under High Dynamic Range* the camera will shoot three different exposures in a succession (underexposed, overexposed and normal) and then merge them into a single image. Underexposed areas are combined with the overexposed and vice versa, resulting in an evenly detailed image with flattering shadows and highlights.
Panasonic Lumix FS30, Fujifilm X-Pro1, Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR , Bushnell Trophy Cam XLT, Fujifilm FinePix SL240, Olympus SP-620UZ,Sigma DP-1, Sigma DP2, Sony DSCJ10, Sony DSC-TX55S, Canon Powershot A480, Canon PowerShot A2400, Canon EOS 450D, Canon Digital IXUS 120 IS, Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3, Canon A495, Samsung DV300F, Sony DSC-W630, Fujifilm FinePix SL300, Samsung F30, Panasonic DMC-G2K, Panasonic Lumix FT2, Olympus E-PM1, Pentax K-x , SONY SLT-A65V, Olympus E-PL3, Nikon 1 V1, Olympus E-PL3 , Canon PowerShot SX210, 5 Mega pixel Wildlife, Sony DSCTX5B, Leica D-LUX 5, Panasonic DMC-SZ7EB-T, Casio EXILIM EX-Z370, Kodak EasyShare,Pentax K-5 , Sony DSCW530, Canon SX200 IS , Fujifilm FinePix XP50 , Panasonic Lumix FS11, Nikon 1 J1, Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR
Product Description
Olympus OM-D EM-5, Panasonic Lumix FT10 , Fuji S2980, Panasonic DMC-FS45EB-V, Canon IXUS 230 HS, Fujifilm FinePix XP50. Sony Alpha SLTA33L, Sony - Alpha DSLR-A300, Panasonic Lumix GF2, Panasonic Lumix FT10, Panasonic DMCFZ48EBK, Canon IXUS 500 HS, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2HEB-K , Nikon Coolpix S3300, Olympus SH-25MR , Olympus SH-21, Sony DSCW630, Canon Powershot SX240, Panasonic Lumix TZ6, Fuji HS20 , Sony NEXC3KB, Canon PowerShot A2400, Canon EOS 350D , Sony DSCTX10 , Nikon Coolpix S9300, Nikon S9100,Samsung MV800, Panasonic Lumix FZ100, Fujifilm X-S1, Olympus SP-720UZ, Olympus SP-810UZ, Pentax Optio RZ18, Fuji F600 EXR, Sony NEX7KB.CEH, Canon IXUS 950, Pentax Q , Nikon Coolpix S6200, Sony HX10, Olympus TOUGH-8010, Canon IXUS 500 HS
Canon PowerShot G12 Highlights
10.0 Megapixel sensor combined with the DIGIC 4 Image Processor creates Canon's HS SYSTEM
The PowerShot G12 employs the HS SYSTEM by combining a powerful 10.0 Megapixel CCD sensor and Canon's DIGIC 4 Image Processor. Thanks to this technological advancement, the G12 is dramatically more sensitive than cameras with identical megapixel counts, and delivers spectacular images with minimal noise. Increased sensitivity demands a higher ISO speed, and the PowerShot G12 delivers with a new maximum setting of ISO 3200. Blur and camera shake are notably reduced for the ultimate in sharpness and clarity.
In addition, a new Low Light mode lets you capture images in an astonishing range of conditions. The camera automatically adjusts the ISO speed from ISO 320 to ISO 12800 in relation to ambient brightness, subject movement and camera shake.
Shoot 720p HD video in stereo sound and play back on an HDTV via the HDMI output
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Canon Eos 550d, CANON EOS 600D , Canon EOS 450D , Olympus TG-620, Sony NEX7B.CEH, Fujifilm FinePix XP150, Nikon Coolpix S6300,Samsung WB150, Nikon Coolpix S6200, Fuji Finepix S2950, Canon IXUS 230, Panasonic DMC-FZ38EB-K, Nikon 1 J1, Panasonic Lumix FS33,NIKON - D 3100, Nikon D40, Sony DSCW630, Olympus TG-320, Canon A4000 , Canon EOS 300D , Sony TX20, Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III,Olympus E-PL3, Canon PowerShot G10, SONY DSC-HX10V, Canon EOS 550D, Fujifilm FinePix S4200, Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS , Olympus TG-320, Canon PowerShot S100, Sony NEX5N, Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS, Ricoh GRD IV, Panasonic DMC-GX1XEB-K , Olympus SH-25MR , Olympus SH-21, Olympus TG-610, Fujifilm FinePix F300EXR, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, Olympus E-PL1 , Sony DSLR-A200K , Sony Alpha A230L,Fujifilm FinePix T400
The PowerShot G12 also includes spectacular video functionality. When shooting video, you can get up close with the 5x Optical Zoom for riveting detail and realism, from the overall appearance to facial expressions! And the camera's Smart AUTO technology that helps ensure the perfect still image works to bring that same quality to your video.
Shooting and recording modes including RAW + JPEG
The PowerShot G12'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.
Canon's Hybrid IS compensates for angular and shift camera shake during close-up shooting
The PowerShot G12 is equipped with Canon's highly advanced Hybrid IS function, which corrects camera shake from two sources to deliver sharp, blur-free images even when you zoom in close to your subject.
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Hybrid IS employs both an angular sensor and an accelerometer, enabling it to suppress both the blur caused by the angle of the camera and the "shift blur" that happens when your subject moves parallel to the camera, a problem that is especially noticeable at large zoom factors.
Samsung WB700, Canon EOS 7D, Samsung WB210 , Fujifilm FinePix T400, Sony WX100, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, Nikon S6150, Olympus TG-310, Sony NEXC3DS.CEH, Panasonic DMC-FT4EB-S, Sony A65, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 , Fujifilm FinePix S9500, Samsung ST200F,Nikon Coolpix S6300, GMYLE TM 12MP, Ricoh CX6, Sony Bloggie Sport , Sony Alpha 57, Olympus E-PL3 , Canon PowerShot A4000, Sigma SD15 , Sony A77, Canon PowerShot SX30, PANASONIC WATERPROOF , Canon SX240 HS, Fujifilm FinePix T400 , Canon EOS 500D, Canon Powershot S3 IS, Casio Exilim EX-ZR , Sony DSCHX7V, Nikon D5000, Samsung WB 150, Olympus TG-810 , Olympus FE-4040, Nikon Coolpix S8200, Canon EOS 1100D, Nikon D70, Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR , Fujifilm FinePix S2980, Casio Exilim EX-FH100, Canon A3300 IS
With the ability to produce clear, steady images in all situations and at any zoom length, the PowerShot G12 is the camera you'll want to take everywhere.
2.8-inch Vari-angle LCD with 461,000 dots plus an optical viewfinder
The PowerShot G12 gives you a large 2.8-inch PureColor System 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. It is a perfect feature for gathering friends and family around to see your images.
5x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer, plus a 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
The camera is equipped with a long, 5x Optical Zoom, and 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.
The G12 is a highly versatile camera with a wide-angle zoom lens that reaches all the way from 28mm at the wide end to 140mm at the telephoto end (35mm format equivalent). You'll capture more image in every shot, and add greater depth to your overall photography.
Nikon Coolpix S610, Sony DSCT70HDPR, FujiFilm Finepix S2980, Sony Alpha SLTA55V.CEH, Nikon Coolpix S3300, Canon SX240 HS, Canon PowerShot G9, Sony NEX-5N SLR, Olympus VR-340 , Sony NEX5AS , Canon PowerShot A1300, Sony DSCTX9N , Sony DSCHX5VB, Nikon D50,Nikon Coolpix L120, Nikon D60, Pentax Optio WG-2, Canon IXUS 500, Sony DSC-T99, Canon PowerShot A3300, Panasonic TZ8, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1XEB-S, Panasonic DMC-G3, Sony NEXC3DB.CEH, Nikon Coolpix S6300, Nikon Coolpix S6200, Fujifilm FinePix S4200, Canon IXUS 240 HS, Pentax K-r DSLR, Olympus SH-25MR, Casio Exilim EX-FH100, Casio Exilim FH20, Nikon Coolpix L810, Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150, Canon - PowerShot E1, Olympus OM-D EM-5 , Kodak Easyshare Z5120, Samsung NX100, Samsung WB150
Optional accessories including Speedlite flashes, underwater housing and Tele-Converter Lens are available
The PowerShot G12 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 G12 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 G12, Filter Adapter FA-DC58B and WP-DC34 Waterproof Case is also available.
High Dynamic Range scene mode combines multiple shots into one picture
Shooting in high contrast environments can often result in photos with overexposed and underexposed sections. So to tackle this problem, Canon developed the High Dynamic Range shooting mode to make select PowerShot cameras even more intuitive. Under High Dynamic Range* the camera will shoot three different exposures in a succession (underexposed, overexposed and normal) and then merge them into a single image. Underexposed areas are combined with the overexposed and vice versa, resulting in an evenly detailed image with flattering shadows and highlights.
Panasonic Lumix FS30, Fujifilm X-Pro1, Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR , Bushnell Trophy Cam XLT, Fujifilm FinePix SL240, Olympus SP-620UZ,Sigma DP-1, Sigma DP2, Sony DSCJ10, Sony DSC-TX55S, Canon Powershot A480, Canon PowerShot A2400, Canon EOS 450D, Canon Digital IXUS 120 IS, Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3, Canon A495, Samsung DV300F, Sony DSC-W630, Fujifilm FinePix SL300, Samsung F30, Panasonic DMC-G2K, Panasonic Lumix FT2, Olympus E-PM1, Pentax K-x , SONY SLT-A65V, Olympus E-PL3, Nikon 1 V1, Olympus E-PL3 , Canon PowerShot SX210, 5 Mega pixel Wildlife, Sony DSCTX5B, Leica D-LUX 5, Panasonic DMC-SZ7EB-T, Casio EXILIM EX-Z370, Kodak EasyShare,Pentax K-5 , Sony DSCW530, Canon SX200 IS , Fujifilm FinePix XP50 , Panasonic Lumix FS11, Nikon 1 J1, Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR
Product Description
Canon's 4342B001 PowerShot G12 10MP Compact Digital Camera is ready to impress the advanced amateurs who have always celebrated the G Series. The G12 is still loaded with powerful technologies that has made the G Series cameras so renowned, like the Canon HS SYSTEM, 2.8-inch Vari-angle Pure Color System LCD, and RAW + JPEG image modes. Now, this flagship camera paves the way with these new upgrades like 720p HD Video with stereo sound to get crystal clear footage, multiple aspect ratios, High Dynamic Range, Electronic Level, Tracking AF, a Front Dial and much more to give you even more creative control than before.
As I'm an old film guy who has resisted digital photography almost as much as dentist visits, I've really avoided making the jump. Of course, I've had a few small point and shoot cameras for quick snapshots. But recently, I've found it necessary to get a camera with more capabilities and quality.
Canon Digital IXUS 80, Sony NEXVG10EBDI , Panasonic Lumix G10, Canon IXUS 310, Ricoh CX6, Panasonic DMC-FT20EB-D, Olympus E-510,Fujifilm FinePix F 750, Olympus E-P3, Panasonic DMC-FZ18, Panasonic DMC-FS40EB-K , Nikon 1 V1 , Canon S90, Sony DSCWX50, Olympus E-PL3, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, Panasonic Lumix FT2, Sony DSCW210S, Panasonic DMCLX3, Panasonic DMC-GX1XEB-S, Panasonic FX700,Olympus Pen E-P1, Olympus E-P3, Panasonic Lumix FT1 , Canon IXUS 230, Nikon Coolpix S9300, Sony DSCTX5S , Panasonic Lumix G1,Nikon 1 J1 , Nikon S6300, Pentax K-01, Pentax Q Compact, Nikon 1 J1 , Canon EOS 60D, Canon G11 , Samsung ST70, Canon IXUS 240,Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT, Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR, Olympus E -PL3, Olympus E-PL1 , Canon IXUS 1000 , Nikon Coolpix L810, Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-HX100V, Pentax O-VF1,
I'd love to have a higher-end DSLR, but flying these days really doesn't lend itself to lugging a big camera bag with a couple of lenses, flash, etc. I gripe just taking my shoes off at the security checkpoint. And I am avoiding paying checked bag fees as much as I possibly can!
Last April, I finally decided to get something a bit nicer, and after weeks of searching through review after review, I finally settled on a Fuji HS10. At first, I loved that camera. Then, I discovered that particular unit was eating batteries with the voracity of John Pinette at a Vegas buffet. So, back it went. And I waited and continued to research.
Then, along comes Canon with this G12. Remember, I'm an old film guy, so I like some controls. But after 5 minutes playing with this camera, I was most impressed. Startup - it's ready to go in a flash. Focus - spot on for 99% of the photos I've shot (nothing's perfect), and that 1% I can peg on me for focus issues. Low light? Simply amazing! This camera's ability to compensate for low light is borderline spooky. Combined with the lens image stabilization, I've taken shots that would have required a tripod, cable release, and good old-fashioned luck with a film camera.
Sports mode is very good. While the 'rapid-fire' shots aren't blazing fast, they are sharp, clean, and quick to save. In fact, the camera is fast with saves in most every mode I've tried. And speaking of modes, I discovered one that I've fallen in love with - Nostalgia mode. With a quick click of the front-mounted scroll-wheel, one can age a photo making it appear a bit washed out and grainy. For artistic shots, this mode just made me feel like I was working darkroom magic without the darkroom!
Some folks have complained that it's too big for a pocket. I didn't really have any issues with that. In fact, I think that for everything this camera can do, it's size is one of the biggest selling points.
I just returned from a quick trip to Jamaica where I took all sorts of shots. The ones that got the most compliments were the low-light shots. And everyone that asked and showed this camera were amazed at what it was able to do.
As I'm an old film guy who has resisted digital photography almost as much as dentist visits, I've really avoided making the jump. Of course, I've had a few small point and shoot cameras for quick snapshots. But recently, I've found it necessary to get a camera with more capabilities and quality.
Canon Digital IXUS 80, Sony NEXVG10EBDI , Panasonic Lumix G10, Canon IXUS 310, Ricoh CX6, Panasonic DMC-FT20EB-D, Olympus E-510,Fujifilm FinePix F 750, Olympus E-P3, Panasonic DMC-FZ18, Panasonic DMC-FS40EB-K , Nikon 1 V1 , Canon S90, Sony DSCWX50, Olympus E-PL3, Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, Panasonic Lumix FT2, Sony DSCW210S, Panasonic DMCLX3, Panasonic DMC-GX1XEB-S, Panasonic FX700,Olympus Pen E-P1, Olympus E-P3, Panasonic Lumix FT1 , Canon IXUS 230, Nikon Coolpix S9300, Sony DSCTX5S , Panasonic Lumix G1,Nikon 1 J1 , Nikon S6300, Pentax K-01, Pentax Q Compact, Nikon 1 J1 , Canon EOS 60D, Canon G11 , Samsung ST70, Canon IXUS 240,Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT, Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR, Olympus E -PL3, Olympus E-PL1 , Canon IXUS 1000 , Nikon Coolpix L810, Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-HX100V, Pentax O-VF1,
I'd love to have a higher-end DSLR, but flying these days really doesn't lend itself to lugging a big camera bag with a couple of lenses, flash, etc. I gripe just taking my shoes off at the security checkpoint. And I am avoiding paying checked bag fees as much as I possibly can!
Last April, I finally decided to get something a bit nicer, and after weeks of searching through review after review, I finally settled on a Fuji HS10. At first, I loved that camera. Then, I discovered that particular unit was eating batteries with the voracity of John Pinette at a Vegas buffet. So, back it went. And I waited and continued to research.
Then, along comes Canon with this G12. Remember, I'm an old film guy, so I like some controls. But after 5 minutes playing with this camera, I was most impressed. Startup - it's ready to go in a flash. Focus - spot on for 99% of the photos I've shot (nothing's perfect), and that 1% I can peg on me for focus issues. Low light? Simply amazing! This camera's ability to compensate for low light is borderline spooky. Combined with the lens image stabilization, I've taken shots that would have required a tripod, cable release, and good old-fashioned luck with a film camera.
Sports mode is very good. While the 'rapid-fire' shots aren't blazing fast, they are sharp, clean, and quick to save. In fact, the camera is fast with saves in most every mode I've tried. And speaking of modes, I discovered one that I've fallen in love with - Nostalgia mode. With a quick click of the front-mounted scroll-wheel, one can age a photo making it appear a bit washed out and grainy. For artistic shots, this mode just made me feel like I was working darkroom magic without the darkroom!
Some folks have complained that it's too big for a pocket. I didn't really have any issues with that. In fact, I think that for everything this camera can do, it's size is one of the biggest selling points.
I just returned from a quick trip to Jamaica where I took all sorts of shots. The ones that got the most compliments were the low-light shots. And everyone that asked and showed this camera were amazed at what it was able to do.