werShot G10. A successor to the popular G9, which has been embraced by hobbyists and even some pro shooters, the G10 will be competing directly with the recently-announced Nikon Coolpix 6000. The top panel controls, which consist of knurled knobs that should keep traditioinalists happy, now includes an exposure compensation dial along with exposure mode and ISO control dials. Inside, the camera offers improved face detection, face select & track and Face Self-Timer, as well as some 26 shooting modes.As with previous models, the G10 offers RAW shooting and accepts optical and external flash accessories. The G10 also adds support for Canon’s Macro Ring Lite and Macro Twin Lite for close-up shooting. The Canon PowerShot G10 will be available in October for approximately $499.99.
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\nFor details and specifications, read the Canon USA press release:<\/i>
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\nCANON U.S.A. COMBINES ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY WITH A PROFESSIONAL STYLE DESIGN IN ITS LATEST ADDITION OF HIGH-END G-SERIES CAMERAS<\/b>
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\nCanon PowerShot G10 Digital Camera, the Flagship of the PowerShot line, Boasts Uncompromising Specs and High-Quality, Making It a Must-Have for the Advanced Amateurs<\/i>
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\nLAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., September 17, 2008 \u2013 Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the newest addition to its top-of-the line PowerShot G-series digital cameras. The PowerShot G10 digital camera offers serious amateur shooters and professional photographers several essential ingredients for a flagship model, including Canon’s new DIGIC 4 image processor, 28mm Optical Image Stabilized lens and RAW mode. This trilogy of style, performance and image quality is an ideal professional complement for anyone seeking the photo quality of a DSLR, combined with the convenient size of a point-and-shoot.
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\nAs the successor model to the popular PowerShot G9 digital camera, the PowerShot G10 digital camera is loaded with Canon’s latest technologies, including a long-anticipated 28 mm wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom, 14.7 megapixels and 3.0-inch Pure Color LCD II screen.
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\n“With exquisite image quality, the latest image processor and advanced functionality, the Canon PowerShot G10 digital camera brings an elevated level of performance and usability to the PowerShot line,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, senior vice president and general manager, Consumer Imaging Group, Canon U.S.A. “By enhancing key technologies in this camera, including our proprietary DIGIC 4 image processor, Canon has merged the functions typically found in a DSLR with a smaller body form to provide affordable and portable options to photo enthusiasts of all types.”
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\nControl Options
\nThe controller wheel is equipped with a dedicated Exposure Compensation Dial, which allows quick and intuitive adjustment of exposure compensation and the “My Menu” function for registering five user-selected options from the shooting menu, as well as 26 shooting modes. Additionally, the Custom Mode better allows the user to record two types of shooting parameter settings, thus offering the ability to arrange their most often used settings on their LCD display. A host of accessory options are offered, including the remote switch, Macro Ring Lite and Macro Twin Lite (when used with an additional attachment, available in January 2009). Now consumers can utilize similar accessories found in the Canon EOS line, therefore expanding a user’s ability to customize.
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\nCanon DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor
\nThe newly upgraded DIGIC 4 image processor, a proprietary technology, accounts for the camera’s higher performance levels, including significantly improved signal processing speed and higher image quality.
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\nOne of the most important new features made possible by the DIGIC 4 image processor is Servo AF, which is a form of continuous focus tracking for moving subjects. By pressing the shutter button half-way, the camera can track subject movement up to the instant of exposure, resulting in sharper photographs. Additionally, the processor’s high ISO speed noise reduction processing has improved substantially to enable consumers to shoot high-quality images, even in extremely dark situations without the use of a flash. The new Intelligent Contrast Correction function automatically improves image quality in high-contrast shooting situations.
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\nThe Genuine Canon Face Detection technology has evolved even further, thanks to DIGIC 4. Improved features include the ability to recognize human faces at most angles. Another innovation is the Face Detection Self-Timer, which automatically takes a photo two seconds after a new face enters the scene.
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\nAvailability and Pricing
\nScheduled to be available in October, the PowerShot G10 digital camera will have an estimated selling price of $499.99*. Kit contents will include a battery, charger, neck strap, USB and A\/V interface cables, Canon Digital Solutions Software CD, and a 1-year Canon U.S.A., Inc. limited warranty.
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\nSpecifications:
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\nSensor\t
\n\u2022 1\/1.7″ Type CCD
\n\u2022 14.7 million effective pixels
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\nImage sizes\t
\n\u2022 4416x 3312 pixels
\n\u2022 3648 x 2736 pixels
\n\u2022 3072 x 2304 pixels
\n\u2022 2560 x 1920 pixels
\n\u2022 2048 x 1536 pixels
\n\u2022 1600 x 1200 pixels
\n\u2022 640 x 480 pixels
\n\u2022 4416x 2480 pixels
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\nMovie clips\t\u2022 640 x 480 @ 30fps
\n\u2022 320 x 240 @ 30fps
\n\u2022 160 x 120 @ 15fps
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\nMaximum clip length\t
\n\u2022 640 x 480, 320 x 240: 4GB or 1 hour
\n\u2022 160 x 120: 3 mins
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\nFile formats\t
\n\u2022 JPEG (Exif v2.2)
\n\u2022 RAW
\n\u2022 AVI (Motion JPEG + WAVE)
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\nLens\t
\n\u2022 28-140mm (35mm equiv)
\n\u2022 5x optical zoom
\n\u2022 F2.8-4.5
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\nImage stabilization:\tYes (Lens-Shift)
\nConversion lenses:\tYes
\nDigital zoom:\tup to 4x
\nFocus:\tTTL
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\nAF area modes\t
\n\u2022 Face Detection AiAF
\n\u2022 1-point AF (center or Face Select and Track)
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\nAF lock:\tYes (on\/off selectable)
\nAF assist lamp:\tYes
\nFocus distance:\tClosest focus distance 1 cm
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\nMetering\t
\n\u2022 Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame)
\n\u2022 Center-weighted average
\n\u2022 Spot (center or linked to Face Detection)
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\nISO sensitivity\t
\n\u2022 Auto
\n\u2022 High ISO Auto
\n\u2022 ISO 80
\n\u2022 ISO 100
\n\u2022 ISO 200
\n\u2022 ISO 400
\n\u2022 ISO 800
\n\u2022 ISO 1600
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\nAE lock:\tYes (on\/off selectable)
\nExposure compensation:\t+\/- 2EV in 1\/3 stop increments
\nShutter speed:\t15-1\/4000 sec
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\nModes\t
\n\u2022 Auto
\n\u2022 Program AE
\n\u2022 Shutter Priority AE
\n\u2022 Aperture Priority AE
\n\u2022 Manual
\n\u2022 Custom (2 modes)
\n\u2022 Special Scene
\n\u2022 Stitch Assist
\n\u2022 Movie
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\nScene modes\t
\n\u2022 Portrait
\n\u2022 Landscape
\n\u2022 Night Snapshot
\n\u2022 Kids & Pets
\n\u2022 Night Scene
\n\u2022 Indoor
\n\u2022 Foliage
\n\u2022 Snow
\n\u2022 Beach
\n\u2022 Fireworks
\n\u2022 Aquarium
\n\u2022 Indoor
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\nWhite balance\t
\n\u2022 Auto
\n\u2022 Daylight
\n\u2022 Cloudy
\n\u2022 Tungsten
\n\u2022 Fluorescent
\n\u2022 Fluorescent H
\n\u2022 Custom
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\nSelf timer\t
\n\u2022 2 or 10sec,
\n\u2022 Custom or FaceSelf Timer
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\nContinuous shooting\t
\n\u2022 Approx 0.7fps until card is full
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\nImage parameters
\nMy Colors (My Colors Off, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Custom Color)
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\nFlash\t
\n\u2022 Auto, Flash On, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Red-eye reduction
\n\u2022 +\/- 2EV in 1\/3 stop increments
\n\u2022 Face Detection FE compensation
\n\u2022 Safety FE
\n\u2022 Flash exposure lock
\n\u2022 Manual Power Adjustment
\n\u2022 Range (Auto ISO):30cm – 4.6m (wide) \/ 2.8m (tele)
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\nViewfinder:\tOptical Viewfinder
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\nLCD monitor\t
\n\u2022 3.0″ TFT
\n\u2022 461,000 pixels
\n\u2022 100% coverage
\n\u2022 Adjustable
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\nConnectivity\t
\n\u2022 USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
\n\u2022 AV out (PAL \/ NTSC switchable)
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\nPrint compliance:\tPictBridge
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\nStorage\t
\n\u2022 SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus , HC MMCplus compatible
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\nPower:\tRechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-7L
\nWeight (no batt):\t 350 g
\nDimensions:\t109 x 78 x 46 mm
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