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Canon PowerShot G9 Digital Camera {12.1MP}
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$371.00
Canon PowerShot G9: the compact that shoots RAW.
The G9 arrived in 2007 as the compact camera serious photographers had been asking Canon to build. A 12MP 1/1.7-inch CCD sensor, full RAW support, a hot shoe for Canon Speedlites, and a complete manual exposure stack, aperture priority, shutter priority, full manual, gave shooters genuine creative control in a body that fits a jacket pocket. The 35–210mm equivalent 6x optical zoom covers a wide working range, and optical image stabilization keeps frames clean at the longer end. Macro focus down to 1 cm opens up close-up work that most compacts simply cannot handle.
The 3-inch LCD and an optical tunnel viewfinder give you two ways to compose, and the hot shoe means you're not locked into the built-in flash when the light gets complicated. Shutter speeds run from 15 seconds to 1/2500 sec, ISO reaches 1600, and timelapse recording is baked in. For a camera this size, that's a capable toolkit. The G9 has been a proven choice for photographers who want something pocketable but refuse to give up RAW files and flash control.
Who It's For
Travel photographers who need a real RAW workflow without carrying interchangeable lens gear will find the G9's file quality and 35–210mm zoom range genuinely useful on the road. Street shooters benefit from the compact body paired with full manual exposure and a fast 1/2500 sec shutter. Close-up and table-top photographers can work down to 1 cm macro focus, a spec uncommon even among dedicated compacts. Wedding or event photographers wanting a discreet backup body with hot-shoe flash compatibility and RAW output get a camera that doesn't compromise on the files that matter.
Key Features
- 12MP 1/1.7-inch CCD sensor with full RAW support
- 6x optical zoom covering 35–210mm equivalent focal length
- Optical image stabilization for telephoto handheld shooting
- Macro focus to 1 cm for close-up work
- Hot shoe for Canon Speedlite external flash units
- Shutter speeds from 15 seconds to 1/2500 sec
- Aperture priority, shutter priority, and full manual exposure modes
- 3-inch LCD and optical tunnel viewfinder for composition
FAQ
- Does the G9 shoot RAW?
- Yes. RAW support is built in, giving you full post-processing control over color, exposure, and white balance. JPEG is also available in Super-Fine, Fine, and Normal quality levels.
- What's the zoom range?
- 6x optical zoom covers 35–210mm equivalent, enough for wide landscapes and tight telephoto framing without switching lenses. Optical image stabilization keeps the longer focal lengths steady.
- Can you use external flashes?
- Yes, there's a hot shoe for Canon Speedlites and compatible third-party units. The built-in flash handles basic fill-in work, but the hot shoe opens up proper flash control when you need it.
- How close can you focus?
- Macro mode focuses down to 1 cm, which handles serious close-up work. Normal focus range is 50 cm, so you have genuine macro capability in a pocket-size body.
- What's the shutter speed range?
- 15 seconds to 1/2500 sec. Long exposures are possible with a tripod, and the 1/2500 top speed plays nicely with ISO 80 in bright sunlight without stopping down.
- Does it have manual exposure control?
- Full manual mode is there, plus aperture priority and shutter priority. Exposure compensation goes ±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps, so you have real creative control over how the sensor meters the scene.
- Can you record video?
- Yes, but at modest resolutions. Maximum is 1024 x 768 at 15fps, stepping down to 640 x 480 at 30fps and lower resolutions. Timelapse recording is also built in.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) |
| Resolution | 12.0 MP |
| Mount | Fixed Lens |
| ISO Range | Auto, Hi Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1,600 |
| Stabilization | Optical |
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) |
| Battery | Canon Lithium-Ion Battery Pack & charger |
| Video Resolutions | 1,024 x 768 @ 15fps, 640 x 480 @ 30/15fps, 320 x 240 @ 30/15fps, 160 x 120 @ 15fps |
| Focal Length Equiv | 35–210mm |
| Optical Zoom | 6× |
| Digital Zoom | 4× |
| Uncompressed Format | RAW |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Super-Fine, Fine, Normal |
| Other Resolutions | 3,264 x 2,448, 2,592 x 1,944, 1,600 x 1,200, 640 x 480 |
| Image Ratio | 4:3 |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
| Normal Focus Range | 50 cm (19.69") |
| Macro Focus Range | 1 cm (0.39") |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 sec |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2,500 sec |
| Aperture Priority | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | Yes |
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Screen Dots | 230,000 |
| Flash Range | 4.00 m |
| External Flash | Yes (hot-shoe) |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
| Storage Types | SD/SDHC/MMC |
| Storage Included | 32 MB SD card |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | No |
| Remote Control | No |
| Dimensions | 106 x 72 x 43 mm (4.17 x 2.83 x 1.69") |
| Weight | 370 g (0.82 lb / 13.05 oz) |
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| Brand Name | Canon |
|---|---|
| Memory Card Type | SDHC |
