The Canon Powershot G9 12.1 Megapixel Digital Camera
The Canon Powershot G9 is a step between compact and professional SLR cameras. It provides outstanding still photography capabilities as well as video capture. Don't missing seeing the G9 in action, through the photos and video posted below.
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The Canon Powershot G9 12.1 MP Digital Camera
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Canon PowerShot G9 12.1MP Digital Camera with 6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Amazon Price: $649.99 (as of 07/11/2009)
This Canon Powershot G9 offers a 12.1-megapixel CCD capable of capturing all of the detail needed for photo-quality poster-size prints. It also features 6x image-stabilized optical zoom which assures clear, steady images through the entire zoom range and even in low-light situations.
The G9 features a 3.0-inch LCD display and optical viewfinder. The G9 also has face detection technology to help assure your subjects and are in focus and includes in-camera red-eye fix. It offers 25 shooting modes, including 9 special scene modes and offers users the ability to record images as RAW or JPEG files for creative control.
Shooting and Scene Modes on the Canon Powershot G9
Shooting ModesThese automated settings allow even beginners to capture outstanding images in specific conditions.
Auto
In this mode the Canon Powershot G9 chooses the settings for the user; a "no brainer".
P Program
This mode gives the user control of exposure compensation while other settings are determined by the G9.
AV Aperture-priority
In this mode the user determines the aperture setting to get focus on the subject or throughout the entire scene. The user's aperture selection will then dictate to the G9 which shutter speed to use.
AV Shutter-priority
Want to make use of stop or blur action? With this mode the user sets up shutter speed and the Canon Powershot G9 determines the right aperture. User's won't have to worry about noise even with slow exposure times thanks to Canon's noise reduction system.
Manual
This mode gives the user control of shutter speed and aperture when desired.
C Custom
Users can define and store settings to create the effects they desire.
Stitch Assist
Want to create amazing panoramas? This mode allows users to align sequential images to get a capture an entire scene.
Movie
With the Powershot G9 users can also shoot video:
Special Scene Modes
Portrait
For a more professional look the Canon Powershot G9 will set a large aperture, creating an image with a sharply focused subject and blurred background.
Landscape
In this mode the G9 will give the greatest depth of field for a sharp focus throughout the scene using a small aperture.
Night Scene
In this mode the G9 provides proper exposure for night time and low light scenes while using a slow-sync flash for the subject.
Sports
Shooting fast action such as a football game? The Canon Powershot G9 will autofocus on the subject in this mode.
Foliage
The perfect mode for explosive color common in an autumn scene.
Snow
Shooting in a snow covered scene can be a lighting nightmare. Eliminate darkened subjects and the odd bluish tint commonly found when shooting on a winter day with this setting.
Beach
Bright sunlight can create shadows, users can eliminate darkened faces using the Beach mode.
Fireworks
Automatic adjustments to capture the quick and brilliant light of fireworks in a darkened sky.
Aquarium
Eliminate glare using this automatic flash-free exposure setting that results in life like color.
Underwater
Perfect for underwater images which have minimal backscatter effect. (Note: Waterproof case WP-DC21 must be purchased separately.)
ISO 3200
For users wanting even greater ability to shoot in very low light situations without the flash.
Indoor
With this setting, the G9 will capture indoor images with less blur and better color accuracy even without a tripod.
Kids and Pets
The perfect mode when trying to capture these moving targets!
Night Snapshot
Perfect when trying to photograph a person or animal versus a city skyline, fireworks, and so forth. The Canon Powershot G9 will adjust exposure for a brighter background while the nearby subject is lit by flash.
Color Accent
A special effect mode to to create a monochrome photo with a single accent color.
Color Swap
Don't like the color? You can change it.
Canon Powershot G9 Review
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Canon Powershot G9 Features Demonstrated
Canon G9 Features
This video highlights a number of the Canon G9 features. Shot one afternoon in Tempe, Arizona.
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Canon Powershot G9 Reviews
- dpreview.com
- A review with all of the camera's specifications and technical features listed.
- CNET Review
- Find out why CNET editors and users rated the Canon Powershot G9 "excellent".
- Photography Review
- Detailed review from photographyreview.com.
- The Washington Post Review
- The Washington Post says the Canon Powershot G9 is "worth the hype".
- Canon
- Not a critical review but Canon's complete description of the features and specifications of the Powershot G9.
The Canon Powershot G9 In Action
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packetlog wrote...
hi christine, you have great lenses on camera and gadgets. job well done!!! i enjoyed reading them. i was thining of getting a G9, it's a great camera but i fell for the new kid on the block and have ordered Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 recently (it has 2.0 lens!! and 24-60mm range). i hope Canon updates and comes out with G10 !!!
Posted September 20, 2008
Jewelsofawe wrote...
Cool lens! I lensrolled it to my photography lenses and gave it 5*...
Posted September 19, 2008
MusicMadness wrote...
Thanks for the lens. I'm a big fan of the Canon brand, and am in the market. The G9 looks like a remarkable piece of technology. 5 starts for you.
Posted September 07, 2008
bbug wrote...
Nice lens, looks like a great little camera for the weekend photographer.
Posted March 28, 2008
poddys wrote...
Nice lens. The Powershots are great cameras. I had an A620 now an A630, great features and great photos too.
Posted March 26, 2008
riff999 wrote...
What an amazing camera. I will be adding to it my wish list. Great site.
~Jane
Posted March 25, 2008
Introduction Photo Credit: tombothetominator
Shooting and Scene Modes Photo Credit: J.A.L.E.X.
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