Note that you need to mount the G12 on a tripod or stable surface to avoid camera-shake.Ĭontinuing our hands-on tour of the Canon PowerShot G12's top plate, just to right of these dials we find a springy raised nipple-style shutter release button surrounded by a rocker switch for operating the optically stabilised 5x zoom (28-140mm equivalent on a 35mm camera), and behind this again the on/off button. The new High Dynamic Range scene mode automatically takes three exposures of the same scene at different settings, then combines them in-camera to create a single image with greater dynamic range. OK, so it's not a deal breaker, but it does feel like a missed opportunity when most other compacts offer this functionality. Unfortunately the 5x optical zoom is still disabled when filming, though a 4x digital version can be deployed. The G12 also boasts stereo sound courtesy of microphones positioned either side of the flash hotshoe and you can use the Miniature creative filter during recording to spice up your footage.
#CANON CAMERA G12 720P#
The upgrade to 720p HD video quality at 1280x720 pixels at 24fps is a big improvement on the G11's VGA quality and is more than adequate for most users and situations. The latter features settings for auto capture, program, shutter priority, aperture priority and manual, along with two user customisable settings, a smattering of scene modes (18 in all), a Low Light and Quick Shot modes, and finally a video mode.
#CANON CAMERA G12 ISO#
The new Auto ISO feature allows the maximum ISO speed to be set, therefore specifying what ISO range the G12 will use if you leave it up to its own devices.
#CANON CAMERA G12 FULL#
Still, given its target audience what's here will be relatively self-evident the top plate housing the same half-penny sized wheel for adjusting exposure (+/- 2EV) as found on the G11, along with a hotshoe for an accessory flash (in addition to the built in bulb), plus a larger wheel for adjusting the ISO speed in 1/3 stop increments (80-3200 at full resolution) upon which is mounted the smaller shooting mode dial, resembling the upper tier of a wedding cake. In what comes across as a cursory gesture, a very slim quick start guide is included.
#CANON CAMERA G12 MANUAL#
If we've a grumble, it's that annoyingly for a creatively rich camera, the full manual is provided on CD only. Those who love getting hands-on will relish as we did being able to turn the G12's top plate rangefinder-like dials to select ISO speed and adjust exposure as well as select capture options from a more standard-issue shooting mode dial. With its beefy design, as with its predecessors the G12 won't fit into a trouser or shirt pocket like the latest IXUS, though if you have a deep-pocketed coat you'll be all right. Unlike some, they're also large enough to be easily and quickly accessed in the heat of the action. The Canon PowerShot G12 feels very well made, with a layout that while busy avoids looking cluttered, and controls that both offer just the right amount of stiffness and resistance. Canon's developers are confidently suggesting 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it', with a smattering of new features for 2010. It looks virtually identical to the G11, with a solid feel, tank-like construction. Ease of Useįirst impressions are that, outwardly, little if anything has changed in terms of shape and form from its family of forebears. The Canon Powershot G12 is available in black priced at £539 / €649 / $499.99. Brand new additions to the G12 include 720p HD video recording, a front control dial, hybrid image stabilisation system, multi-aspect shooting, High Dynamic Range mode, an electronic level, SDXC card compatibility and an optional Lens Filter Adapter.
The new Canon G12 inherits most of the core features of its predecessor, the G11 - 10-megapixel CCD sensor, 2.8 inch vari-angle LCD screen, 5x, 28-140mm equivalent zoom lens, RAW image capture, optical viewfinder, 4.2fps burst mode, flash hotshoe, 1cm macro mode, ISO 80-3200 and full range of manual shooting modes. The Canon PowerShot G12 is the 2010 version of Canon's premium compact camera, aimed at the DSLR owner looking for a backup model or the enthusiast who wants DSLR functionality without the added size and weight.
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