Canon Powershot G12
Canon Powershot G12
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Canon Powershot G12
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B+
We've given the G12 a grade of B+.
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This product is ranked
| 22nd | of 27 | in $600 - $1000 |
| 31st | of 44 | in Canon Digital Cameras |
| 14th | of 24 | in Advanced Compact Digital Cameras |
| 41st | of 66 | in 10-12 Megapixels Digital Cameras |
Editor's Review
The G12 is Canon's latest high-end compact, an excellent camera for photo enthusiasts and anyone interested in very sharp shots from a relatively compact camera. The G series has traditionally been very well received in the photo-enthusiast community, so Canon stuck to the formula: it sports the same sensor, similar body, and familiar interface over last year's G11. Notable upgrades include 720p HD video, a high-sensitivity system (also seen in the SD4000 and S95 this year), and an upgraded image stabilization system. It's built like a brick, which diminishes its appeal to a degree, as does the lens; the range is nice, but it starts at f/2.8, where some competitors drop down to f/2.0 or lower. But if you want an optical viewfinder and tons of manual control on a compact camera, look here.
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Specifications
- 10 megapixels
- 5x optical zoom
- 28mm wide-angle
- Optical image stabilization
- 2.8-inch LCD monitor
- 720p HD video
- 1.7-inch CCD sensor
- Max aperture f2.8
- Optical viewfinder
- High dynamic range shooting
- Multiple aspect ratio modes
- DIGIC IV image processor
- RAW, JPEG formats
- Captures to SD/SDHC/SDXC media cards
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Release Date: Oct 10, 2010
Canon Powershot G12 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
jerry cortez (06/06/2012)
jerry- do you recomend g12 for a novice learning about cameras?
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Amber (01/10/2012)
I am debating in buying a Canon G12 or Canon Powershot S95. What is the true difference between them?
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D 3100 or G12 (s.n. nair — 09/06/2011)
Iam having a difficult time choosing between Nikon D3100, and canon G12. somebody pl. help...
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Erin (11/24/2010)
Is there a camera similar to the G12 that doesn't cost so much? I am looking for a camera that takes great quality pictures in any lighting and has a pretty good zoom. If someone can point me in the right direction that would be great. Thanks.
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by James DeRuvo (11/24/2010)
Well the previous g11 should be cheaper. You may want to check put the sx30 and the s95. Tr Panasonic lx3 is on par.
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Nikon P7000 (Deb — 01/25/2011)
I would look ath the Nikon P7000 as it is very very close to the G12 but cheaper.
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Brian (11/20/2010)
I'm trying to look for a camera that has picture quality of G12/S95 with the video capabilies of SX30 (optical zoom while recording) and perhaps having at least 10x optical zoom without going dSLR. Is there such a camera? Or should I keep on wishing?
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Liam McCabe (11/21/2010)
Sorry to disappoint, but keep wishing. Doesn't exist. In theory, it could. Just stick a bigger sensor into the SX30, basically, but it would be pretty darn expensive, easily $600-700, and most people who are willing to pay that much for a camera will go with a dSLR anyway.
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G12 or S95??? (Suess — 10/27/2010)
My Canon high end elf was stolen, but the pictures weren't nearly as fine as with my canon DSLR. Looking for something easy to carry in a pocket, but good enough for stunning photos...outdoor travel scenes, portraits at parties, etc. S95 or G12??? I really hated not having a viewfinder.
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by James DeRuvo (10/27/2010)
Unfortunately, viewfinders are getting fewer and farther between. But the SD line and the SX line have them.
But if you have the money, it's hard to not to say go with the G12.
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But if you have the money, it's hard to not to say go with the G12.
Best pictures ( — 10/27/2010)
I guess I'd rather go with the best picture for a point and shoot- is that the G12 or the S95, even without viewfinder?
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chris atkins (09/19/2010)
Why doesn't the G12 have 1080 HD video?
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Liam McCabe (09/20/2010)
It basically boils down to the type of sensor. The G12 uses a large CCD-type sensor, and CCD sensors can't get up to 1080 resolution for video from what I understand. Cameras with CMOS sensors can get up to 1080.
So it seems like a bit of an oversight on Canon's part, but it's on the same level as similar high-end compacts like the Panasonic LX5. It would have been nice, but I bet it was a cost issue, to keep the G12 below the $500 mark.
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So it seems like a bit of an oversight on Canon's part, but it's on the same level as similar high-end compacts like the Panasonic LX5. It would have been nice, but I bet it was a cost issue, to keep the G12 below the $500 mark.
