Canon Powershot G10 review

Canon’s top non-DSLR, the rugged, manly G10 sports 14.7 megapixels, a 5x optical zoom and extensive manual controls.

Pros
Canon has an almost unrivalled pedigree when it comes to digital photography, and that’s reflected in the fantastically sharp results you can achieve with the G10. Serious snappers will appreciate the wealth of manual shooting controls on offer, not to mention the ability to capture photos in an uncompressed RAW format (essentially a digital negative) for more flexibility in post-processing. The 5x optical zoom delivers a good range too, while the chunky metal body sits nicely in your hand. Oh, and the 3-inch screen is brilliantly clear and sharp.

Cons
If you’re looking for a pocket-sized camera this certainly isn’t it: the bulky body is a bit of a curse as well as a blessing. We also spotted some noise at higher ISO settings, as well as purple fringing next to high-contrast edges, such as tree branches against a bright sky.

In summary then…
A solid and serious compact that delivers bags of flexibility married to a good zoom lens and superb screen. It’s capable of taking fantastic photos when used properly, and the various knobs and dials make flipping between different ISO, aperture and shutter settings a breeze. The bulky size could put off those looking for a true compact, though.

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