In October 2013, the Canon Powershot G16 compact high-speed camera was launched on the domestic market. Reviews from experts and first owners characterize it as a device with great potential, which is great for both beginners and professionals. In terms of image quality, the model surpasses most of the so-called point-and-shoot cameras and approaches semi-professional mid-range SLR cameras.
Appearance
The device has a compact, durable housing, which is made of magnesium alloy. There are several non-slip pads on it, thanks to which the Canon G16 does not slip out. Moreover, the user can shoot while making some adjustments in parallel while holding it with one hand. The weight of the device is 356 grams. The dimensions of the model somewhat exceed the dimensions of many analogues, which is due to the presence of a viewfinder and a large number of controls. Whatever it was, the camera fits easily into a trouser or jacket pocket. You can also wear it on a strap, for whichspecial fastenings are provided at the ends. Next to them are mini HDMI and A / V Out interfaces under the plugs. On the top edge, the developers of the Canon G16 installed a flash with a button to remove it, two mode wheels, a hot shoe, as well as shutter and on / off keys. At the bottom you can see a socket for mounting on a tripod, as well as compartments for a memory card and batteries. On the back side is a three-inch LCD screen.
Key Features
Japanese developers equipped the model with their proprietary Canon HS system, which includes a 12.1 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor and a DIGIC-6 processor. ISO sensitivity values for the Canon Powershot G16 range from 80 to 1280. The quality of the pictures taken with the camera is quite high. It should be noted that the device is equipped with a digital zoom. At the same time, as evidenced by the reviews of its owners, they should be used only in case of urgent need, since this negatively affects the picture. In general, the detail can be called decent, but there is some blurring in images of landscapes when zoomed in.
The performance of the Canon G16 model is also good in terms of serial work. In particular, its speed is about 9.3 frames per second when shooting until the memory card is full, and about 12.2 frames per second in a series of 5 shots. Thus, the camera can be called a good solution for capturing even very dynamic scenes.in development.
Optics
The Canon Powershot G16 is equipped with a 5x zoom lens. At the same time, its focal length is in the range from 28 to 140 millimeters. This is enough to effectively cover the vast majority of typical scenes in architectural, portrait, genre, macro or landscape modes. High aperture allows the device to focus clearly even under conditions of not the best lighting. Feedback from the owners of the model is a clear confirmation that beautiful pictures with a blurry background can be obtained even at a distance of one centimeter from the subject being photographed.
Auto Focus
The upgraded autofocus system has become one of the significant advantages of the Canon G16. Reviews of experts indicate that at the time of the release of the camera, in this indicator it became the best among all compact models from this manufacturing company. The response time of the system is less than 0.1 second, while the response delay takes only 0.22 seconds. If necessary, quickly shoot a suitable interesting episode, the user can do it instantly. In other words, the chances of catching the right moment depend more on its reaction, and not on the device itself.
Transmission of information
A very important feature of the model, many owners call the presence of a built-in Wi-Fi module. Via wirelessconnections you can directly share your footage with other cameras from this manufacturer. In addition, it allows you to send pictures to mobile devices (this is very convenient for storage and active use of social networks). In addition, thanks to the module, you can link pictures to the place of their creation, as well as remotely control the camera using a tablet or smartphone. At the same time, do not forget the possibility of direct printing photos on the printer directly from the camera.
In case of registration on the Canon Image Gateway service, the owner of the camera automatically gets free access to the cloud storage of information, as well as to a number of functions (for example, automatic synchronization and remote processing of material). You can activate the service not only through a computer, but also by pressing a special button on the device case.
Other features and functions
One of the main features of the Canon G16, as for a device in its class, is the ability to record images in RAW format. It should be noted that this function is usually characteristic only for professional-level cameras. It allows the photographer to improve or correct the color reproduction (especially for pictures taken in poor lighting).
For those people who like to experiment directly in the process of shooting, the developers offer a number of all kinds of creative filters that allow you to apply various effects to images. Among them are provided both standard options and those thatare proprietary Canon designs.
Quick access to the main settings is provided by the operation mode selector dial and the front control wheel.
The Canon G16 is also equipped with an optical viewfinder. Thanks to this, the photographer can turn off the liquid crystal display during operation, thereby saving battery power. In particular, in the standard mode of operation, a full charge of the battery lasts an average of 350 frames, and when the LCD screen is turned off, this number doubles.
The device is capable of recording videos in Full HD quality at a rate of 60 frames per second. In fairness, it should be noted that at the time of its release, far from all the more expensive modifications could boast of such an indicator.
Results
In conclusion, the Canon G16 compact camera, which is priced at approximately US$550, boasts a range of features and is capable of producing high quality photographs. It surpasses in most aspects almost all ordinary "soap dishes" and is able to unleash the creative potential of not only a professional photographer, but also a beginner in this field.
