Testseek.co.uk have collected 97 expert reviews of the Canon PowerShot G11 and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon PowerShot G11.
October 2009
(84%)
97 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(88%)
49 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Great low light performance
Impressive image processing
Technology
Advanced creative options
Including RAW
Quality metering an autofocus
5x optical zoom and swivelling LCD
Flexible and versatile. Loads of controls within easy reach Sturdy build. Clear
Tilt-and-rotate screen
Good design with plenty of access to settings
Quality images up to 800 ISO
RAW mode
Rotating screen is back
Autofocus is responsive in most situations (assist lamp)
HDMI output
Flash shoe compatible with Canon accessories
Ultraversatile
Loads of quickaccess controls
High quality screen
Solid construction
Comprehensive feature set and manual control
Rangefinder-like dials
Good results (low noise) if sticking at ISO3200 or below
Solid feel construction
Vari-angle LCD
Better results at higher ISOs than we’ve witnessed from competing brands (if staying at or below ISO 3200)
Quality 5x wideangle lens
Heavy
Robust build
Chunky knobs and dials
Good image quality
The editors didn't like
Uninspiring looks
Can feel bulky and awkward
Easy to activate buttons by mistake
Image preview can be sluggish
No HD video
Barrel distortion at the wide end of the zoom. Not as compact as most compacts. No HD video
No HDTV video mode
Optical viewfinder not accurate
But at least it's there
Burst mode too slow
Battery life limited to 300 shots
Pushes the definition of “compact” to its limits
Barrel distortion at wide end
Pricey
Bulky
Less pixels than offered by its G10 predecessor
Poor continuous shooting speed (1.1fps)
Standard definition video
Still priced the same as an entry level DSLR (albeit a cheaper option than buying DSLR plus lens with equivalent focal range)
Abstract: The Canon Powershot G11 is an outstanding digital camera. It makes an excellent back up to a Digital SLR or as a more portable camera for anyone who does not want to carry round a Digital SLR. There is so much to like. To start with the picture qualit...
No doubt the G11 will have a tough job fending off large-sensor competitors, but shop around and you'll find it is still the best value-for-money option if you’re after a medium size compact with manual control and semi-professional output. I ju...
Abstract: The G11 sits at the pinnacle of Canon’s consumer models, and follows on from last year’s G10. Canon calls it the ‘ultimate compact’ and it costs almost as much as a standard digital SLR, so what goodies can we expect for that money?
Abstract: Since digital cameras were first developed in the late 1980s, sensor resolution has increased continuously every year, and almost every new camera or update of an existing model has featured a more powerful sensor. However there's a point at which simply ...
The G11 is a fantastic, discreet travel, street and documentary camera – if you want a well-built compact with tons of manual freedom and exceptional picture quality, you’ll love it. If you want all the versatility of a DSLR, you can get an entry-level...
It may be priced higher than a 10 megapixel entry level DSLR, but this offers a reliable back up for existing owners wanting to supplement their ‘proper’ camera with something more manageable, without compromising quality too much in the proce...
