Canon G2 a serious camera for the amateur

Digital camera - 4 Megapixel - Optical Zoom: 3 - Digital Zoom: 3.6x - Weight: 0.4 kg - Flash memory: CompactFlash Card - Viewfinder: Optical Viewfinder more

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Offering the highest image quality in its class, the PowerShot G2 utilizes the latest 4-megapixel CCD to capture pin sharp pictures with every click of the shutter. With a...
more...high-resolution 3X optical zoom lens, reduced shutter interval, completely lossless RAW image recording mode and new Digital Signal Processor (DSP) and RGB filter, the PowerShot G2 is a new photographic industry benchmark. The powerful PowerShot G2 was designed for truly creative digital photographers who demand precision image capture management. Three Auto-focus modes including continuous, single and 3 selectable AF points with 12 shooting modes (including Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE and fully manual exposure control) means the G2 can always deliver exactly what a photographer requires. Advanced image capture controls include a histogram exposure graph for image evaluation (as seen on the Canon EOS D30) that allows the photographer to see if an image is correctly exposed. Early indication of excess light or darkness allows exposure settings to be changed to obtain an optimal result. The histogram is displayed on the G2's vari-angle LCD monitor that twists and swivels to provide the most convenient viewing angle and adds flexibility when shooting in difficult or awkward situations. Development didn't stop there. The PowerShot G2 uses much less power than its predecessors, which means a lot more pictures from a single battery charge. Canon engineering gives a user more flexibility to take high-quality pictures whenever and wherever they want without worrying about running low on power. The versatility of the PowerShot G2 is enhanced by a comprehensive range of optional system accessories including Canon's full range of Speedlite EX flashguns making it possible to capture images in extreme low-light conditions. For low light close-ups the G2 supports Canon's Macro Ring Light (MR- 14EX) that can be fitted over a 250D close-up lens. For long distance work, a powerful 153mm tele-converter brings a subject right into the camera while a 27.2mm wide-angle converter makes it easy to grab those wrap-around wide-angle shots. All PowerShot G2 lens converters are compatible with the standard 3.6x step-less digital zoom. This means that high-quality images can be captured at any stage of the zoom process. Nothing but the best from the world's most technologically advanced camera manufacturer!

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Canon G2 a serious camera for the amateur

A review by yorkshireman on Canon PowerShot G2
September 11th, 2003

Author's product rating: Canon PowerShot G2 - rated by yorkshireman

Picture Quality	Excellent
Range & Quality of Features	Excellent
Ease of Use	Easy
Overall Look & Design	Excellent
Value for Money	Satisfactory

Advantages:	Image quality, good build quality
Disadvantages:	a little pricey

Recommend to potential buyers:

yes

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I own the black special edition G2 which was purchased in the US so paid a little less than the UK prices.

It is the fourth digital camera I have owned in 6 years and by far the best, the previous ones being Sanyo and Agfa.

The primary feature of any digital camera has to be picture quality, this camera certainly delivers this. With the picture quality covered the next thing for me personally is the build quality, everything about the Canon feels quality. Despite not being one which you can slip in your pocket the size is much less than some 35mm cameras.

It is packed with features from in-camera assistance in creating panorama images which can be "stitched" together with the supplied software to manual overide on the shutter speed and exposure settings. (this is very useful for night shots where lights usually cause awful glare with digital cameras.

With a 128Meg card in the camera you can store an amazing number so images on the camera .... details are

2272 x 1704 - 109 images
1600 x 1200 - 217 images
1024 x 760 - 376 images
640 x 480 - 781 images

When I think that my first Sanyo digital (640 x 480) stored 60 images this is an amazing leap forward in technology.

I could go on about all the features this camera has but will stick to the main points as technical specs can be viewed on the Canon Site. The battery life from the rechargeable battery is very good though I would advise getting a spare battery as back up.

One interesting point when I popped into a well known High Street photography shop to view the new G3 when it came out and found it selling less than the G2. Asking the shop assistant why I was told that the "feel" quality of the G3 is poor compared to the G2 and when Customers notice this they will not pay more for the G3, well thats what he said.

As mentioned previously the proof of the pudding of any digital camera is the photo quality and anyone who wishes to view some samples just needs to ask.

If you are a keen amateur photographer that wants to get into digital and still have the creative control you desire then pound for pound this is the camera for you.