Canon Powershot G9

This really is an enthusiast/Prosumer compact camera. I had to give this camera full marks as when reviewed as how it is intended to be used it really is unbeatable. some reviews are very negative of this camera but 9 times out of 10 they are comparing it (unfairly) to digital SLR's. IMO, its a great compromise between a true compact camera and an SLR. Honestly it isnt really small enough to be classed as true compact, however it is small....ish, I find it easy to fit in my jacket (not my jeans) pocket. So whilst not slim, it is MUCH smaller than an SLR! The MAnual setting are superb, I was very impressed by the usability of the manual jog ...  Read the complete review

Retro, robust styling, an aesthetic property that you don't come across often these days. Especially with modern and sleek designs being quite popular, hence dominating the market. The appearance of this camera can be simply described as a mini SLR. When you use the camera, you can't help but feel like a true professional paparazzi, because the top of the camera looks very "busy" with a wide range of different buttons and controls placed across it. From first glance, the slot on the top of the camera would lead you to image the possibilities with this camera. It supports the use of an external flash via a hot shoe connector that brings you the ...  Read the complete review

I absolutely love this camera. My review differs slightly to the ones above as i am clearly not such a good photographer as the other reviews here. I'd call my self a keen amateur. I previously had a Fuji compact and was upset when i saw the fantastic quality of photos my dad was getting with his SLR. But i didn't want an SLR. Having a young child i like the ease of having a compact camera with me the whole time so i never miss anything. After much thinking, review reading and trialing in shopd I relised what i was looking for: Great Picture Quality Great zoom, with option to ignore digital zoom A decent battery ...  Read the complete review

Camera came onto the market in around October 2007 and I bought it around 2 months ago. I intended to buy a Nickon SLR (D60 or 90) and came away from shop with this camera and I have been absolutely thrilled with it. The reason I bought this camera is that the shop let me try different cameras for a couple of hours and I was just so impressed with the difference in quality of photos that this camera took, as well as ease in using it, and the features it includes. Afterwards I did wonder if I had made the right decision as I don't usually change my mind in shops once I have done all my research. However, one of my friends who has a degree in photography, has ...  Read the complete review