Typical price: £430
What is it: Large 12-megapixel compact with 6x zoom lens
What we think: A solid enthusiast camera for those who want something compact to complement a SLR
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 19 September 2007
Tags: Canon, Canon PowerShot G9, lens ring, lens, lag
We like:
A cornucopia of features; fast; built like a tank
We don't like:
Relatively significant distortion at the widest angle of view; when zoomed out completely, lens intrudes into viewfinder; no optical zoom during movie capture
CNET UK judgement:
If you're looking for a complement to your SLR, look no further. The G9 improves upon the G7 by improving photo quality and restoring raw format support while maintaining the same excellent performance and body design
Full review:
No, you're not having deja vu -- the Canon PowerShot G9 is virtually physically identical to its predecessor, the PowerShot G7. Continue Reading...
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Posted by: wobbo
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September 6, 2008
Posted by: mcppowe57
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