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Brand | Canon |
Model Name | 6350B001 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 12.1 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/1.7 inches |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Max Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Movie, Program AE, Aperture priority AE, Shutter priority AE, Creative Filters, Movie Digest, Manual, Custom, Scene, Automatic See more |
Form Factor | Compact |
About this item
- 5x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens
- 12.1 MP High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor with DIGIC 5 Image Processor
- 1080p Full HD Video With a Dedicated Movie Button
- High-speed AF, High-speed Burst HQ for a maximum of 10 frames
- 12-bit Multi Aspect Recording in RAW + JPEG
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Zoom | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Image stabilization | 5.0 | 4.2 | — | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.0 |
Auto focus | 5.0 | 4.5 | — | — | 4.1 | 4.0 |
Picture quality | — | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.0 | — | — |
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display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | AMOLED |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 1 inches |
lens type | Zoom | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Macro |
zoom type | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom, Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom |
shooting modes | Scene, Underwater | Manual, Shutter Priority, Sports | — | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Sports | Automatic |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB | HDMI, Bluetooth, USB | USB | HDMI |
video resolution | FHD 1080p | 2160p | 1080p | 4K UHD 2160p | HD 720p | FHD 1080p |
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Auto Focus Technology | Selective single-point, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 922000 |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/1.7 inches |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 12.1 MP |
White balance settings | Auto, Custom |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Video Capture Format | AVC |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Viewfinder Type | Optical |
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Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 40 Grams |
Battery Life | 350 Photos |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 2.1 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Special Feature | Travel Charger |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Form Factor | Compact |
Hardware Interface | AV Port |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Lens Type | Zoom |
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Optical Zoom | 5 x |
Digital Zoom | 4 |
Maximum Aperture | 1.8 Millimeters |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 9 |
Camera Lens Description | 28 Mm |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Maximum Focal Length | 140 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 28 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 12800 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
Max Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Movie, Program AE, Aperture priority AE, Shutter priority AE, Creative Filters, Movie Digest, Manual, Custom, Scene, Automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Underwater, Scene |
Model Name | 6350B001 |
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Brand | Canon |
Model Number | 6350B001 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #154,131 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #954 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
ASIN | B009B0MY6S |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Battery Charger, Tripod, Battery, HDMI Cable, Neck Strap, USB Cable |
Assembly Required | No |
Processor Description | Digic 5 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.21 x 1.57 x 2.99 inches |
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Item Weight | 12.4 Ounces |
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The PowerShot G15 features a newly developed 5x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle, bright f/1.8(W) – f/2.8 (T) lens, Canon's HS SYSTEM, plus upgraded video capture in 1080p Full HD with stereo sound. The PowerShot G12 brings EOS line features like the 12-bit multi aspect RAW+JPEG formatting into a compact camera.
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Explore Imaging Excellence
Reaching new heights in speed, agility and creative possibilities, the PowerShot G15 gives photographers plenty of reasons to be delighted over. The excitement starts with the newly developed 5x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle, bright f/1.8(W) – f/2.8 (T) lens that performs beautifully across the entire zoom range, even in low light, and can create dramatic soft backgrounds with shallow depth-of-field. Additional great features for the PowerShot G15 include Canon's HS SYSTEM, which combines a High-Sensitivity 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor with the DIGIC 5 Image Processor for ultra-fast performance and phenomenal image quality, a new dual axis electronic level, plus upgraded video capture in 1080p Full HD with stereo sound. The PowerShot G15 is designed to inspire and support your advanced creativity with 12-bit multi aspect RAW+JPEG just like in Canon's EOS line of DSLR cameras, new High Speed AF which dramatically reduces lag time when shooting, and the ability to add optional Speedlite flashes and a Tele-Converter Lens. When you’re ready to take the next step in your photographic journey, PowerShot G15 is ready to get you there.
A Bright and Powerful New Lens
Newly developed 5x Optical Zoom (28mm140mm) and a bright f/1.8 (W) f/2.8 (T) lens allows you to capture more in your frame. It is also ideal for low-light conditions or using shallow depth-of-field for dramatic, soft backgrounds.
Newly engineered specifically for the PowerShot G15, the camera's 28mm Wide-Angle 5x Optical Zoom lens with a focal length of 6.130.5mm (35mm film equivalent: 28140mm) achieves f/1.8f/2.8, making it one of the camera's most exciting features. The Wide-Angle lens gives your images a distinctive sweep and grandeur, capturing landscapes, cityscapes, tall buildings and wide groups of people with ease. The large f/1.82.8 aperture allows you to achieve shallow depth-of-field for creating portraits with beautiful, soft background blur, and incomparable Canon optical technology delivers a high performance lens enabling incredible images, even in low light.
Beautiful Images and Fast Performance Start Here
12.1 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor
The PowerShot G15 employs a Canon 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, which delivers state-of-the-art imaging performance and is optimized for use in compact cameras. Utilizing a sophisticated light-capturing design, it provides high sensitivity for improved high ISO capture with reduced noise. It is also a high-speed design, capable of rapidly capturing and moving image data to the processor, enabling faster continuous shooting and faster autofocus.
Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor
The latest-generation Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor works with the PowerShot G15's image sensor to bring phenomenal increases in processing speed and power, delivering incredible detail in more situations, without the need for artificial light sources. Improved noise reduction produces clearer images when shooting in low light at high ISO speeds up to ISO 12800. The faster processing speed results in faster continuous shooting capability while maintaining full image quality. With the power of the DIGIC 5 Image Processor, the PowerShot G15 can achieve higher ISO sensitivity and even perform advanced functions like lens correction, special scene modes and much more.
Canon HS SYSTEM for exceptional low-light performance up to ISO 12800
The PowerShot G15 gives you the power to create images with spectacular depth, detail and emotional resonance. The 12.1 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor works in concert with Canon's own latest-generation DIGIC 5 Image Processor to create the renowned Canon HS SYSTEM. With the Canon HS SYSTEM, you'll experience excellent tracking performance even in low light, and achieve gorgeous still image quality even at high ISO speeds all the way up to ISO 12800; beautiful low-light shots are possible with minimal noise and maximum detail in highlight and shadow areas. The Canon HS SYSTEM lets you use higher shutter speeds to capture clearer images with reduced noise and blur in a variety of situations for incredible photos and videos.
Get the Complete HD Experience
Capture stunning 1080p Full HD video in stereo sound with a dedicated movie button; video functions include fine detail movie processing for lifelike images, zoom while shooting, and convenient playback on an HDTV via the HDMI output.
Simply touch the dedicated movie button, now conveniently embedded in the PowerShot G15's thumb pad, to start recording video in 1080p Full HD. Video captured in 1080p Full HD is breathtakingly vivid and realistic, and Canon's Fine Detail Movie Processing achieves beautiful videos with high resolution processing that records approximately 4x the amount of information during video shooting for even greater image clarity and sharp portrayal of even the most delicate of details. You're free to use the full range of the zoom in movie mode, and sound is recorded in stereo. An HDMI output allows you to view and share your video on an HDTV immediately, simply by connecting the camera to the TV with an optional HDMI cable.
Faster Focus and High-speed Shooting
High Speed AF greatly improves focus speed and High-Speed Burst HQ allows for continuous capture at a maximum of 10 frames* while maintaining superb image quality.
The PowerShot G15 is equipped with Canon's latest advancement in AF technology: High Speed AF. The result of several improved technologies, High Speed AF delivers significantly faster focus speed for a super-responsive shooting experience that lets you capture every great shot as it happens. Thanks to High Speed AF, the PowerShot G15's shooting time lag is dramatically reduced to only 0.22 seconds. The technology also powers the camera's new High-Speed Burst HQ, with continuous capture at a maximum speed of approximately 10 fps. Moreover, images captured in High-Speed Burst HQ maintain the camera's superb image quality.
* The continuous shooting speed is approximately 10.0 fps.
Optimal Image Stabilization in Any Situation
Intelligent IS automatically chooses from six different modes to optimize image stabilization for the shooting condition.
It's easy to capture clear, steady images with the PowerShot G15, even in low light without using a tripod. That's because the camera is equipped with Canon's innovative Intelligent IS. The system analyzes camera movement and applies the best shake correction method for the shooting situation allowing you to focus on framing and capturing your shot. For stills, the system automatically selects among Normal, Panning, Macro (Hybrid) and Tripod IS modes. When shooting video, the system automatically selects among Dynamic, Powered, Macro and Tripod IS modes.
Normal Corrects for a wide range of camera movement when shooting stills. Panning Panning motion is detected so that IS does not interfere with desired camera movement. Macro (Hybrid) Corrects for shift-type camera shake, which typically occurs in macro (close-up) shooting. Dynamic Effective for video shooting at wide-angle focal lengths, eliminating the unwanted shaking that typically occurs while walking. Powered Compensates for hand movement when shooting video at the telephoto end of the zoom range, where camera shake is magnified. Tripod When tripod use is detected, the Image Stabilizer is stopped because it is not needed.Set Your Creativity Free
Full range of shooting and recording modes, including 12-bit multi aspect RAW+JPEG as found in Canon EOS DSLR cameras, for the ultimate creative control.
As with many EOS DSLR cameras, the PowerShot G15 uses a 12-bit converter to process the output of the CMOS sensor, resulting in true color, smooth tonal transitions and natural gradations. The PowerShot G15 lets you shoot in RAW mode, which records all the information captured by the sensor, giving you outstanding flexibility and complete creative control when editing your images with Canon's powerful bundled software, and the camera allows you to record in RAW and JPEG formats simultaneously. Now in RAW mode, you can even select among several aspect ratios, including 16:9, 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, and 4:5.
Take Your Creativity Further with Optional Accessories
A host of optional accessories including Speedlite flashes, underwater housing and a Tele-Converter Lens expands imaging possibilities.
The PowerShot G15 lets you expand your creative options with a variety of optional accessories. Newly designed for the PowerShot G15, Tele-Converter TC-DC58E* enlarges the zoom's reach by 1.4x. A lens hood is included to block unnecessary light from outside the angle of view.
Several Canon Speedlite flashes are also available for use with the PowerShot G15 to give you advanced options for exposure and illumination*. Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX is perfect for close-up and macro shooting, and the innovative Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX delivers a directional quality to macro illumination.
With Underwater Housing WP-DC48, you can use your PowerShot G15 to document your snorkeling and diving adventures all the way to depths of 130 ft. (40m). The case is also great for protecting the camera from rain, ocean spray at the beach and any wet conditions.
* Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58L is required for Tele-Converter TC-DC58E and Speedlite flashes.
Bright, High Resolution LCD
Bright 3.0-inch LCD with 922,000 dots enables easy viewing, plus an Optical Viewfinder for added versatility.
The camera's big, bright 3.0-inch LCD screen makes framing, shooting and camera adjustments easy with a wide viewing angle, high contrast, and excellent color reproduction. Resolution is excellent at 922,000 dots; you'll see every detail of what you're shooting. For added shooting versatility, the camera is also equipped with a newly developed, real-image type Optical Viewfinder for an easy, familiar alternative to composing shots with an LCD screen. You can ensure a perfectly clear view by making dioptric adjustments within a range of approximately ±2 m-1 (diopter).
Additional Features
Dual Axis Electronic Level
The PowerShot G15 has a Dual Axis Electronic Level, featuring an artificial horizon over the image on the rear LCD screen or in the viewfinder for easy leveling while shooting. The dual axis electronic level shows both horizontal roll and vertical pitch, making it easy to identify when the camera is in a fixed level shooting position and ready to take the shot.
EOS-like Dial Setting
Like EOS Digital SLR cameras, the PowerShot G15 employs a pro-style Front Dial. The Front Dial can be set to control shooting parameters including focus, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, step zoom, exposure compensation, white balance, i-Contrast and aspect ratio.
Appending Copyright Information
The in-camera copyright information feature helps professionals secure control over images by setting copyright data directly into the camera and appending that information to each image file in the EXIF metadata.
Shooting Modes
PowerShot cameras offer shooting modes that make it easy to take perfect photos in a wide range of shooting situations by providing intelligent presets with optimized settings.
Shooting Modes/Special Scene Modes
Custom Define and store your own settings to achieve the effects you prefer. Manual You have complete control of exposure, selecting both aperture and shutter speed manually. Aperture-Priority You set the aperture, controlling depth-of-field. The camera automatically selects the shutter speed. Shutter-priority You select the shutter speed to stop or blur action, and the camera finds the appropriate aperture. With slow exposure times, Canon's noise reduction system activates to ensure low image noise. Program Access advanced exposure compensation features while shooting mostly automatically. Smart AUTO The camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity. Movie Digest Records a video clip before capturing a still image and then combines one day’s worth of clips into a video. Now easily playback and review clips, and delete unwanted scenes. Portrait The camera sets a large aperture, focusing the subject and artistically blurring the background to make your subject “pop.” Smooth Skin Removes dullness, wrinkles, and harsh shadows for beautiful faces. Smart Shutter The camera automatically takes the photo when people smile, wink, or get into frame. High-Speed Burst HQ Captures fast-action shots at full sensor resolution, by shooting continuously when the shutter button is held down. Handheld Night Scene Take clear and steady pictures at night without the use of a tripod. Underwater Capture underwater images with reduced backscatter effect. Optional Underwater Case required. Snow Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint. Fireworks Grab brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks. Stitch Assist Easy-to-use guidelines simplify the shooting of aligned multiple frames that can later be combined (using bundled software) to create panoramic photos. Creative Filters This setting provides easy access to special filter effects and scene modes, such as Toy Camera Effect, Poster Effect, Monochrome and more. High Dynamic Range The camera combines three different exposures to get one evenly lit image. Nostalgic Create the look and feel of old photographs using sepia tones and black-and-white. Miniature Effect for Movies & Stills Emphasizes perspectives for a miniature effect by blurring upper and bottom portions of the image. Soft Focus Creates a hazy ambiance that’s perfect for portraits and wedding photos. Super Vivid Super Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright colors. Color Accent Choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome. Color Swap Select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects. Movie Record video in stereo sound. Unwanted scenes can be deleted in playback mode. iFrame Movie The Apple® movie format, iFrame, makes it easier and quicker to import and upload videos while retaining high image quality. Super Slow Motion Movie Record your clips in high speed (approx. 240 fps), and then watch your videos in slow motion.Direct Connect to Your Printer
It's quick and easy to make beautiful prints from your PowerShot camera with Canon's Direct Print system. Directly connect your PowerShot camera to a Canon PIXMA or SELPHY photo printer with a USB cable and simply press the button to print; turn every favorite moment into an amazing photo.
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Customers like the quality, fit, ease of use, and light of the digital camera. For example, they mention it's a very good camera, takes fantastic photos, and is small. That said, they're pleased with the outdoor pictures and say it'll take great pictures. As for the fit, they say it fits small hands fine. As far as the ease of access is concerned, customers say the controls are intuitive and easy to access. As to the light, they note that it'd be great for low light photography.
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Customers like the quality of the camera. They say it is a very good camera, with a great processor. They also say it has a solid body, and superior in detail quality. The camera offers a well-rounded shooting experience, and is ruggedly built. Customers also mention that the camera has s a stunning LCD display.
"...sensor...however the sensor and image processor on the G15 is great quality and allows taking shots with lower than normal iso which is a big..." Read more
"...in plunking down $650-$750, this camera offers a well-rounded shooting experience and will probably give you many years of dependable operation and..." Read more
"...with the flash - **** - This silly little flash is actually pretty powerful. This is not a 580ExII by any means, but at close range it can be enough...." Read more
"...Battery life is fine, and the hot shoe works well with my Canon 430ex flash (though the flash is huge compared to the camera)...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the camera. They mention that it takes fantastic photos, the resulting photos are near DSLR quality, and clear pictures can be had all-around. They are also pleased with the outdoor pictures in sunny and very cloudy light. The G15 also shoots impressive video.
"...its own is wonderful: It shoots fast, has a great lens, and produces stunning jpegs. There are hundreds of ways to customize and extend it...." Read more
"...One feature that stuck out to me is the 1280x720 HD iframe recording, which can be imported right into Apple video editing software without losing..." Read more
"...fully zoomed makes it ideal for low light situations and offers excellent bokeh shots! Amazing macro capabilities...." Read more
"...Super fast focusing, great low light performance, awesome pictures, superb macros, stunning lcd display, great body, and the list goes on...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the digital camera. They mention that it's small, takes up very little space, and is a great camera for the size. The controls are convenient and fit their small hands fine. They also like how the setup adds to the size of the camera, making it easier to hold in various ways. The viewfinder is discreet and has a rapid enough response. Overall, customers find it to be a perfect portable camera that does fit in your pocket.
"...The camera is small which makes it absurdly easy to carry everywhere and to hold while capturing stills and video, but that size comes at the cost..." Read more
"...It's not necessarily pocketable but is slightly smaller and thinner than the G12...." Read more
"...I like how this setup adds to the size of the camera (easier to hold in various ways), and it protects the lens...." Read more
"...I am happy with my purchase. It's an amazing compact companion and I take it everywhere I go!..." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They say the controls and features are intuitively created, making it easy to access them. They also appreciate the layout of the menus and functions, which are more logical. Customers also mention that the viewfinder makes it much easier to capture action shots.
"...the back of the camera is the same as the G12 and G1X, generally straight-forward and logically placed...." Read more
"...I give my rating in stars, max is five.- Ease of use: so close to ***** that I posted above a picture I shot with it in a total of 10..." Read more
"...All of the controls are intuitive and easy to use, as are the menus, especially if you've used Canon cameras before...." Read more
"...I paid only half the price of my Canon t2i and this camera is so user-friendly...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the light of the camera. They say it's great for low-light photography, with a very bright lens and excellent low- light support. The camera has good sensitivity, and shoots great portraits in low light without flash. It has reliable AF and no problems even in lowlight. The LCD is bright and sharp, with true great colors, and the low-ligth settings that let you bypass a flash are some of their favorite.
"...the fastest in its class but it does have reliable AF and no problems even in low light locking on. Most folks will find it perfectly satisfactory...." Read more
"...The monitor is very crisp and a joy to view in most lighting situations (brightness can be adjusted, too)...." Read more
"...it's huge aperture even while fully zoomed makes it ideal for low light situations and offers excellent bokeh shots!..." Read more
"...Super fast focusing, great low light performance, awesome pictures, superb macros, stunning lcd display, great body, and the list goes on...." Read more
Customers find the controls of the camera user-friendly, intuitive, and excellent. They say the dials make it easy to manually change settings, such as with Aperture Priority. They also say the controls are laid out in a manner that allows them to make changes.
"...the camera to a novice family member to take shots, the auto mode is the most intelligent I've ever seen.....odds are they will still be able to..." Read more
"...I have not messed much with the movie mode but it has a few manual controls...." Read more
"...The controls are great and I was able to find my way around them almost immediately (coming from Canon DSLR) except for the zoom button, which will..." Read more
"...All of the controls are intuitive and easy to use, as are the menus, especially if you've used Canon cameras before...." Read more
Customers like the response time of the camera. They mention that it is fast, has excellent autofocus, and has a relatively large sensor. The shutter lag is minimal, and the image stabilization and fast optics work well. The G15 is fast and takes fantastic photos.
"...they have been shooting with the G15 for a few months..the camera is so quick to respond, especially in continuous mode for action shots...it is..." Read more
"...Most folks will find it perfectly satisfactory. Lens performance is quite snappy though, and you can zoom in and out relatively quickly...." Read more
"...Super fast focusing, great low light performance, awesome pictures, superb macros, stunning lcd display, great body, and the list goes on...." Read more
"...It has very good low light performance, auto focus and shutter lag time...." Read more
Customers find the digital camera light enough to carry all over, and not too heavy or bulky. They say it's a great compact camera to carry around on a daily basis, and is easy to take in aircraft carry-on bags. Customers also mention that the camera has a rugged feel and is not too light or flimsy.
"...The camera is small which makes it absurdly easy to carry everywhere and to hold while capturing stills and video, but that size comes at the cost..." Read more
"...features I love in my DSLR, it makes up for the difference in size, weight, and versatility. A great buy." Read more
"...The aluminum it is made off feels good and solid. It is not too heavy not too light, just about right...." Read more
"...The camera itself seems very solid with a good weight to it and not too heavy...." Read more
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Also, if you give the camera to a novice family member to take shots, the auto mode is the most intelligent I've ever seen.....odds are they will still be able to produce great shots w/o knowing what they are doing.
Caveats:
- Zoom range is OK but not super, if you're doing a lot of outdoor landscape photography or shooting birds/etc....well, there are better cameras built specifically for that niche, like the canon SX50.
- It will produce raw format files for those wanting to do extensive post production work, but when raw mode is enabled - there is a substantial slowdown. I'm more of an action photographer, and the G15 can give me close to a sustained 2 shots/second for up to 45 minutes when in jpeg only mode. After a certain point, the camera might start to overheat...and thats my clue to slow down. DSLR's may have faster processors for shooting images in raw format....the G15 is optimized for jpeg all the way through. RAW is just a slow add on for it.
- The default aspect ratio on the G15 is 4/3 which is the standard for point and shoots. However, 3/2 is a much better general use ratio that makes it easy to introduce still photos into HD video. DSLR's make this easy. For the G15, you have to switch to the 3/2 aspect ratio which immediately results in a reduction in about 1 Megapixel of image quality.
- The camera is small which makes it absurdly easy to carry everywhere and to hold while capturing stills and video, but that size comes at the cost of both the articulating display in prior G series cameras and practical limitations on what size equipment you'll mount to it when doing professional work. I can mount a speed 320ex speedlite flash to the G15 and it remains barely usable...I wouldn't mount a 430EXII. A wireless transmitter would be fine though if you can mount flash's off camera.
- You will get lots of anxiety from other photographers for using a camera with such a small sensor...however the sensor and image processor on the G15 is great quality and allows taking shots with lower than normal iso which is a big win.
- You will see extensive image noise if you use ISO >= 1600, the G15 is extremely sensitive to ISO levels. 90% of your shots you will be able to take at ISO400 or below though, and you can minimize the need to increase ISO either by using flash or modifying shutter/aperture. You can also enable special modes that will significantly optimize the quality of highlights and shadows in your images at the expense of a slightly higher ISO.
- If you are buying the G15 because it has an optical viewfinder, I'm not sure of the quality of it...I never use it, nor do I really miss the lack of the articulating electronic viewfinder.
Just as update, the following are the accessories I recommend as the minimum to get the most out of a G15:
- At least 1 additional Canon NB-10L battery. I have three batteries total which is enough to get me through the most intense of shooting days. The built in flash can deplete a battery in under an hour. If you are not using flash, you can probably get 4000 or so still images or a few hours of video on a single charge. However, the batteries take awhile to recharge...and I like to have at least 1 active and 1 spare whenever I leave the house...and all three batteries when on travel.
- As mentioned above, the 320EX makes the perfect complement flash for the G15. Even if you are happy with the built in flash quality of the G15, and the built in flash is more than OK, the 320EX provides the benefit of a much faster recharge interval which is most noticeable when taking night shots. Taking sustained shots with the internal flash at night is an aggravating experience with a 5-6 second delay between photos, essentially removing it from being able to cover action events. The 320EX minimizes camera slow down with a high burst capability and a fast ~2 second recharge when provided with nimh rechargeable AA's.
- SLIK PRO 700DX Professional Tripod with Panhead (615-315), you will need a tripod to make the best use of the video, timelapse, macro, night, and built in HDR modes of the camera. HDR especially is sensitive to any camera movement.
- Optek Premium Reference White Balance Card - 3 Card Digital Color Correction Tool
- SanDisk Extreme Pro 64 GB SDXC Class 10 UHS-1 Flash Memory Card 95MB/s SDSDXPA-064G-AFFP (I have three of these cards for multi-day travel that allow me to wait until I return from a 3-7 day trip before downloading photos). Yes, the camera seems to have a snappier response and be able to sustain a higher continuous burst rate with the 95MB/s UHS-1 cards. Those new to the G15 might scoff at the 64GB card size or the need to take 3-4K photos/day.....just wait until they have been shooting with the G15 for a few months..the camera is so quick to respond, especially in continuous mode for action shots...it is remarkably easy to find oneself taking 10x the photos one was taking with an earlier camera. ~200GB is what I've budgeted as the maximum I need for a week or two of shooting. I average ~8GB/hr.
- Satechi MTR-C Timer Remote Control for Canon EOS 60D, Digital Rebel XT, XTi, XSi, XS, T1i, T2i, T3i & Canon Powershot G10, G11 & Pentax K7 & ELAN SLR (Camera) -- cheapest and best way to take extended duration timelapse videos with the G15
- Case Logic DCB-303 Vertical Flash Camcorder Case (Black) (Camera) - Smallest high quality case that comfortably fits the G15 and a few accessories. I use this to house the G15 whenever I'm not using it, and I put this case into a larger leather one for extended travel.
The first thing I noticed when I took the G15 out of its box for the first time was its impressive build quality. Everything is tightly constructed and what feels like a tough mag alloy body. It's not necessarily pocketable but is slightly smaller and thinner than the G12. One minor complaint, however, is that the handgrip up front seems shallower than on the G12 so at first it doesn't feel as comfortable to grip. The battery is of a good size and the camera gets excellent battery life.
The control layout on the back of the camera is the same as the G12 and G1X, generally straight-forward and logically placed. The menu system has not changed at all from previous models... so if you're coming from the G12, you should be able to locate where everything is rather quickly. You have the function button for the most commonly accessed settings and the menu button for all other settings. The LCD on back, while sadly, not articulated like on the G12 is gorgeous...very bright and clear. The viewfinder is the same small one found in the G1X and G12..but it works okay when you can't use the LCD.
Canon promised improved AF performance over the G12 and it is most certainly quicker. It isn't the fastest in its class but it does have reliable AF and no problems even in low light locking on. Most folks will find it perfectly satisfactory. Lens performance is quite snappy though, and you can zoom in and out relatively quickly. The camera also has some of the most rock solid image stabilization on any camera I have seen.
The image quality that this camera produces is excellent considering its sensor size. You can of course wring out more detail out of your photos if you shoot RAW. But the JEPGS are excellent as well. Color performance is excellent. It produces punchy but accurate colors and the lens is decently sharp at all focal lengths. Noise is well controlled through ISO400 but you can still get decent results up through ISO1600, especially if you shoot RAW and don't blow the photos up to huge sizes. However, with the fast lens, you may never need to go that high. My one minor gripe with this camera is that it overexposes at times. You can correct that problem very quickly though by dialing in some negative exposure compensation. But overall, I think most people will find the photos that this camera produces very nice.
I have not messed much with the movie mode but it has a few manual controls. One feature that stuck out to me is the 1280x720 HD iframe recording, which can be imported right into Apple video editing software without losing any of its quality. If this feature is important to you...the new G16 does not have this feature so it might be worth sticking with the G15.
Judged by image quality alone, the Sony RX100 models are at the top of the enthusiast point and shoot heap. But if you're not interested in plunking down $650-$750, this camera offers a well-rounded shooting experience and will probably give you many years of dependable operation and great photos. This camera is soon to be replaced by the G16, which will command a $100 price premium over this model. The G16 is an overall much faster camera with about the same photo quality (maybe slightly improved high ISO performance), but if you're fine with slower AF and don't need the high burst rate of the G16, I would save your money and get the G15.