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Canon PowerShot G11

10.0 megapixels

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  • User Score (690)
    8.9 8.9 from 690 reviewers
  • Expert Score (41)
    8.2 8.2 from 41 reviewers
  • Design (5)
    9.1 9.1 from 5 reviewers
  • Value for money (30)
    8.4 8.4 from 30 reviewers
  • Features (43)
    9.1 9.1 from 43 reviewers
  • Ease of use (40)
    8.4 8.4 from 40 reviewers
  • Performance (34)
    9.1 9.1 from 34 reviewers
  • Picture quality (49)
    9.4 9.4 from 49 reviewers
  • Durability (7)
    9.5 9.5 from 7 reviewers
  • Overall quality (13)
    8.8 8.8 from 13 reviewers
  • Battery performance (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Display (37)
    9.9 9.9 from 37 reviewers
  • Video quality (4)
    8.8 8.8 from 4 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (32)
    7.6 7.6 from 32 reviewers
  • Equipment (2)
    6.4 6.4 from 2 reviewers
  • Portability (5)
    8.9 8.9 from 5 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. What Digital Camera

    What Digital Camera
    9.2/10
    5 February 2010

    In the world of advanced compacts, the G series from Canon has long been regarded as one of the best. While the models aren't always as small as some other advanced compacts on the market, the sturdy design and advanced feature-set mean that they are always a popular model - either as a DSLR companion or as a more advanced model in a standalone capacity. The G11 continues this rich tradition and the improvements over the G10 are well received. Read more

    • Timeless design, excellent image quality, vari-angle LCD one of the best of its type
    • Viewfinder too small, crowded back-plate, soft shutter release

  2. Digitaltrends

    Digitaltrends
    8.0/10
    30 December 2009

    What can we say? Canon’s on a roll now and its top-end cameras are winners. Just as Nikon was in the zone about a year ago hitting everything out of the park, Canon is locked in. Even though the G11—around $439 at legit online dealers – is an excellent camera though, we’re very partial to the S90 which costs $399 and still love the Panasonic LX3. Read more

    • Very good picture quality, Wide-angle 5x zoom, Quality adjustable LCD screen, Optical image stabilization
    • Expensive, Slow at only 1.1 fps, Distorted viewfinder, No HD video

  3. Camera Labs

    Camera Labs
    8.8/10
    1 November 2009

    Like previous models in the series, the G11 shares much in common with its predecessor, but makes a handful of evolutionary changes to satisfy demands – although revealingly two of the major ‘advances’ here are actually blasts from the past. After many pleas, Canon’s finally brought back an articulated screen, a feature not seen since the G6 back in 2004. It’s also reduced the resolution to the same 10 Megapixels of the G7 2006 model. Read more

    • 5x zoom with 28mm wide and 1cm macro., Flash hotshoe, RAW files and high ISOs., Great quality 2.8in / 460k articulated screen., Good controls, build and ergonomics.
    • Slow burst shooting – just 1.1fps at full res., No HD movies or zooming when filming., Noise better than G10, but beaten by M4/3., Older G10 delivers more detail at 80...

  4. Digital Camera Review

    Digital Camera Review
    9.0/10
    30 October 2009

    When Canon brought out the successor to the G10 and dropped resolution from 14.7 to 10 megapixels, some eyebrows may have been raised. The trend in compact digitals has been to keep bumping up resolution (while not necessarily keeping pace with physical sensor size), but Canon heard some grumbling about the G10's noise performance and, to their credit, responded. Read more

    • Excellent image quality, Good AF and shutter performance, Excellent ISO performance, RAW shooting option
    • Inaccurate viewfinder, Large, heavy compared to most compacts, Expensive

  5. DP Review

    DP Review
    9 August 2011

    The visual differences between the G10 and G11 are not exactly pronounced - a slight tweak of the grip covering and the flash are the only things beyond the badges that give the game away. It's interesting to see the G11 alongside the smaller Panasonic LX3 (which has a similarly-sized sensor), and the Panasonic GF1 which has a much larger sensor (though would require a much larger lens to match the G11's 28-140mm equivalent range). Read more

    • Very good all-round image quality (albeit without the G10's excellent low ISO resolution), Generally good high-ISO performance for a compact camera, surprisingly good ...

  • User Reviews

  1. Canon PowerShot G11 10MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: paul c, Amazon
    9 December 2011 See Product at Amazon ($599.90)

    The Canon PowerShot G11 10MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Stabilized Zoom and 2.8-inch articulating LCD is a well designed, easy to use high quality camera. The neck strap is thin and uncomfortable. I replaced this with the Canon Camcorder Wrist Strap Canon WS20 Wrist Strap for all Canon Camcorders and have been very pleased with the security and control that this simple accessory affords. Battery life is good, but recommend a backup too. Read more or see product

  2. Canon PowerShot G11

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: denhall7, pcworld.com
    3 weeks ago

    Very nice camera...Middle of the road size wise but gets the job done...zoom button a little difficult to manipulate...but other than that no complaints here. Cant wait to try it out on Alaska trip :-) Check out my FB pics...more current ones of course. Let me know what you think. Read more

    • Middle of the road...size wise..but gets the job done.
    • zoom button...small.

  3. "Great camera after 70 years using film cameras."

    CNET
    10/10
    Reviewer: gofjohn, CNET
    2 August 2011

    I am primarily a family and travel vacation photographer. I started with an Argus camera as a young teen-ager in the late 1930s, borrowed a Leica for special occasions, graduated to a Pentax SLR with multiple lenses, succumbed to several Pentax and Olympus point and shoot cameras, before finally making the plunge to digital last year after much procrastinating, watching friends take pictures at light levels my film camera couldn't cope with. Read more

    • 1. Flippable "Vari-Angled" LCD image viewer reduces need for optical view finder. 2. Excellent image quality. 3. Amazing warranty support.
    • 1. Would like faster response. 2. Minimal instruction manual.

  4. Canon PowerShot G11 review

    4.8/10
    Reviewer: fuland, dpreview.com
    22 June 2011

    I can recommend this camera only for those, who want to use in full manual control for shooting raw. Generally the other features of this camera are useless. Pros: Swivel LCD, lens cap. Cons: I am after a one day trip; I shot more then 100 images. I had to discard 40%, because in auto mode with auto flash the exposure time was set (automatically) 1/8-1/30 sec (with firing flash)!!! I don’t understand. Why there is no enforced flash is auto mode. Read more

    • I can recommend this camera only for those, who want to use in full manual control for shooting raw. Generally the other features of this camera are useless. Pros: Swi...
    • My 6 years older Olympus C5060 is better, except low light situtations, and lans cap.

  5. IT IS ALL ABOUT PICTURE QUALITY

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: CAMPJEEP, J&R
    28 February 2010

    OUT OF ALL MY CANON POINT AND SHOOT CAMERAS I WILL CHOOSE THE G 11 IF IT IS A IMPORTANT PICTURE AND I HAVE TO GET IT RIGHT. I DOWN LOADED 2 PICTURES, ONE SHOWS YOU HOW THE (CANON SPEED LITE WITH A BOUNCE FLASH WORKS IN A DARK ROOM SORRY IT'S NOT A GREAT PICTURE. BUT IT WILL GIVE YOU A IDEAL HOW THE BOUNCE FLASH WORKS). THE SECOND PICTURE HAS BEEN CROPPED AND IS AT A FULL 5x ZOOM THOUGH A GLASS DOOR. Read more

    • Easy To Use, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Great Zoom, HAS A GOOD FEEL TO IT, Large Clear LCD
    • NO CAMERA IS PERFECT

  • WikiFreak Description

Canon PowerShots G11

The Canon PowerShot G11 is part of the G series line of digital camera that supports advanced features, a variety of shooting modes and compatible EOS accessories. The camera is designed as a pocket-sized camera with SLR functionality, and is ideal for the consumer who is looking to capture landscapes and professional portraits through a 10.0-Megapixel High Sensitivity System to capture images with a 5x Optical Zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilization. It has a 28 mm (equivale…

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Canon PowerShots G11

The Canon PowerShot G11 is part of the G series line of digital camera that supports advanced features, a variety of shooting modes and compatible EOS accessories. The camera is designed as a pocket-sized camera with SLR functionality, and is ideal for the consumer who is looking to capture landscapes and professional portraits through a 10.0-Megapixel High Sensitivity System to capture images with a 5x Optical Zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilization. It has a 28 mm (equivalent to 28-140 mm) wide-angle lens helps to get large groups into one shot at events such as a family reunion; a 2.8-inch vari-angle PureColor System LCD for on-camera previewing and reviewing of images from nearly every angle, while incorporating the optical viewfinder found on previous models; access to heavily used functions with two mode dials for adjusting ISO and exposure compensation, and a full range of shooting and recording modes, including RAW + JPEG for creative control when editing images. The camera also supports optional accessories, including Speedlite flashes, an underwater housing and a tele-converter lens. Scheduled to be available in October, the PowerShot G11 Digital Camera retails for an estimated price of $499.99.

Features

The PowerShot G11 digital camera features Optical Image Stabilization and DIGIC 4 Image Processor, the proprietary technology from Canon that supports signal processing speeds and image quality. The camera also features Smart AUTO technology that can track moving faces and 22 different shooting situations by identifying the surroundings and adjust settings to ensure proper lighting and focus, providing performance in any situation, from group snapshots, to landscapes, to portraits and more. Other features include the ability to shoot 720p High-Definition (HD) video, the PureColor System LCD and a touch screen user interface for navigation through images and menus. The 10.0-Megapixel High Sensitivity System in the G11 provides operation in low-light situations and reduce noise at high ISO speeds, while the High Sensitivity System which is combined with the DIGIC 4 image processor, results in a faster shutter speed to help reduce subject blur and camera shake in recorded images. The High Sensitivity System also allows users to utilize the camera in situations where the flash cannot be used, such as in a wedding or concert hall.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Canon’s top-range compact digital camera, the PowerShot G11 features RAW mode for unlimited editing options, a 28mm wide-angle lens and a 2.8-inch Vari-Angle PureColor System LCD. Add to that Canon’s new High Sensitivity System and high-speed ISO for incredible image quality. Peak low light performance with 10.0 megapixels and High Sensitivity System RAW+JPEG shooting and recording modes Large, bright 2.8-inch Vari-angle LCD with 461,000 dots Wide-angle 5x optical zoo…

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